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Forbes
7 days ago
- Health
- Forbes
The Mayflower Inn: Your Visa To A Vivacious Face And Stronger Spirituality.
The beautiful Mayflower Inn in Connecticut is a posh property offering a wealth of wellness services and spa treatments for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation. As I write this story, I'm reminded of Dorothy and her companions in The Wizard of Oz. As I mentioned in my book, The Globetrotter's Get-Gorgeous Guide, this fantastic foursome stopped at a spa, on their way to The Emerald City, to experience total transformation! Do you remember? Dorothy had her hair done, The Tinman got oiled up, The Scarecrow got brand new straws, and The Cowardly Lion had his mane curled and his claws clipped. The adorable music still delights me – and I'm sure – millions and millions of other people. I felt pretty much the same way on my recent visit to The Mayflower Inn – not somewhere over the rainbow — but an award-winning property in Connecticut. I was there as part of their ongoing Visiting Masters series. The award-winning Mayflower Inn, Auberge Resorts Collection, is an exquisite country retreat and an antidote to urban stress. Nestled in 58 acres of beautifully designed gardens and woodlands in the idyllic town of Washington, Connecticut, it is situated less than a two-hour drive from New York City and is the quintessential country estate that's perfect for a restorative spa experience. As stated, it is part of Auberge Resorts Collection, a portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. Guestrooms at The Mayflower Inn are beautifully decorated to offer lavish luxury. The Mayflower Inn features a full-service 20, spa (called The Retreat), delightful dining and breathtaking grounds noted for stately specimen trees, formal gardens and acres of tranquil woodlands. It really is New England in a nutshell! The grounds are a large component of the Mayflower experience: Hiking, fly-fishing, archery, tennis and nature walks are also available on property, while biking and kayaking can also be arranged nearby. The verdant gardens and labyrinth are also used for meditation, outdoor yoga and guided afternoon walks. There is also a private Pilates studio, Technogym fitness equipment plus daily fitness instruction that includes yoga, Pilates, strength training, pool conditioning, Barre, HIIT, body sculpting classes, and more. It is a wonderful world of well-being (and also, very good gourmet cuisine). The Visiting Masters weekend is a posh program that brings top wellness practitioners in different areas here to the Connecticut countryside, for top-notch retreats, exclusive sessions, and deep healing. Each Visiting Master program is designed to help guests feel nurtured, grounded, and inspired to reach their full potential. The spa pool is a decadent delight at The award-winning Mayflower Inn. It was here that I experienced the marvelousness of Dr. Nigma Talib, a pioneering Naturopathic Doctor, and her exquisite Time Lift Facial. Dr. Nigma – as she likes to be called — is a renowned (and world-famous) Naturopathic Doctor (and author) based in Beverly Hills, who brought her 20+ years of experience and knowledge to the countryside for a retreat committed to empowering patients by addressing the root causes of health issues through personalized dietary advice, themed around enhancing gut health, supporting skin rejuvenation, and balancing hormones. In a lengthy interview, she explained to me how she has been able to combine stomach/gut issues, with her love of aesthetics and skincare. Dr. Nigma Talib is a world-famous and pioneering Naturopath who has created one of the most cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facials, with her unique TimeLift Facial Machine, which just debuted at The Mayflower Inn in Connecticut. Among other things, she has created science-backed beauty supplements including her optimally-absorbed, drinkable Super Vitamin C Cocktail sticks/packets that contain, among other things, a VitaBerry superfruit antioxidant blend containing 6,000 ORAC units per gram. (This is Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity, a test-tube analysis that measures the percentage of antioxidant capability in food. Broccoli, for example, she told me, only has an ORAC of 900-1000. 'It's like eating barrels of berries without the sugar and all the antioxidants in Vitamin C.') This particular posh Vitamin C product (which should probably accompany you on every single plane trip, to combat fatigue and stress), is one of the biggest sellers at Erewhon (along with other products and supplements in her Dr. Nigma line) in Los Angeles, and has been touted on the Poosh website of Kourtney (no last name needed). If you can't get to Erewhon, they can also be found at Dr. Nigma's website. Her cleanser contains volcanic ash from Mt. Etna, 'to pull out toxins,' she explained. And her award-winning Biocellulose Sheet Mask was curated with a scientist in Switzerland and made in France 'to keep your skin 's microbiome optimal,' she told me. 'Many of the top makeup artists in LA use this on their celebrity clients before events,' she told me proudly. After using it, 'You'll be hydrated for days,' she said. It is a prebiotic-infused sheet mask with marine collagen, plus edelweiss and seaweed extracts that act as second skin and deliver potent actives for long-lasting hydration. My lengthy 2.5-hour interview with her wasn't just a conversation – it was a fact-filled, fun and fascinating science lesson that taught me how beauty, food, facials, vitamins, gut health and skincare all intersect, for an enhanced appearance and more energy. Her dedication to state-of-the-art skincare is evidenced by her Time Lift Facial, which uses a special machine that she had meticulously developed for her in Milan, Italy. The Time Lift Facial (a marvelous mini facelift) if I can describe it in a few sentences, is a cutting-edge treatment that utilizes advanced technology created especially for Dr. Nigma which deeply exfoliates, cleanses pores, reduces puffiness, and enhances the appearance of fine lines, uneven skin tone, and dark circles. She told me that her Time Lift Facial stimulates collagen production and tightens loose skin. A very cold pressurized air system facilitates the infusion of Dr. Nigma's curated serums—plant stem cells, peptides, hyaluronic acid, B vitamins, Vitamin C, and Glycolic acid—into microdroplets for deeper penetration into the facial skin. The session concludes with a radio-frequency application that lifts and tightens the skin, improving serum absorption, using an algae as a conductive agent to tighten, lift and firm the skin- providing instant results. There are no needles and no downtime. You know what I say? Glow for it! You just might be brightened and tightened for days. Celebrities such as Chelsea Handler are huge fans (here is Dr. Nigma's Instagram post about how Chelsea Handler had the facial before hosting the Critics Choice Awards) but mere mortals can also experience this facial for themselves. When and where? Dr. Nigma plans to open her own Longevity Clinic in Beverly Hills in Summer of 2025. After September 20, 2025, you can book your own Time Lift Facial. 'I wanted to bring the whole person, from the inside out, working together as a team,' she explained to me. Dr. Nigma is also the author of Younger Skin Starts in the Gut and Reverse The Signs of Ageing. At the Mayflower Inn, I also experienced a Mini Mindset Coaching Session with Megan Monahan, who wrote what I believe is one of the best books I've ever read about Meditation – It's called Don't Hate, Meditate. (For me, it really explained how to meditate, and the benefits of it, in a very user-friendly and informative way.) Since learning to meditate in 2009 with Deepak Chopra and becoming a Chopra-certified instructor, Ms. Monahan has taught thousands to meditate through her platform. She works with brands like Lululemon, Unplug Meditation, Netflix, Facebook and Wanderlust. This terrific session gave me some great reflection-and-renewal tools to shift some of my personal perspectives, overcome obstacles, and make empowered decisions moving forward. So, here is where I channeled my inner Dorothy, found more spiritual power, and like The Cowardly Lion, found more courage in myself, and also experienced a life-enhancing, beautifying, First-Class facial. Who doesn't love that? Let me paraphrase Dorothy here, what she repeated three times, as she clicked her heels together — as this is what I also discovered: 'There's no place like om.' Now, if you would like to read on, and you are a beauty-and-skincare junkie like me, you may enjoy this poem that I wrote for my book, encapsulating my ever-present and ongoing obsession with all-things-beauty. Let me tell you – when I travel? I Brake For Beauty Products. I swear, it should be my bumper sticker! Besotted With Beauty © By Debbi Kickham I've always wanted to be a beauty – Like you. Or why not just a real cutie? At the sweet, tender young age of seven Nail polish and lipgloss were Seventh Heaven. There I was, with pink bow in my blonde hair Plus Evening in Paris scenting the air. And thus began my own beauty saga Before Madonna and Lady Gaga. I went on to Tinkerbell, then Tussy (When I was much too young to be fussy). Then I met my bestest friend L'Oreal Which clearly has been my own special pal. I rarely leave home without eyelashes curled And pouty lips from my friend Cover Girl. But – it's funny how some men also know Ultimate secrets, to offer a glow. Men like Charles Revson and Charles of The Ritz Had their particular, great beauty hits: Classic Lipsticks like Cherries In The Snow And special serums that go with the flow. Make no mistake, though; I often am seen With Nivea, Pareva and Maybelline. My little face always wants more, more, more, Of Chanel, Guerlain and 'J'adore Dior.' Avon calling is also just the thing With which to have a fine cosmetic fling. By heaps of freshener, toner and lotion You get a 'natural' look – I've an ocean. With a dusting of powder, gloss and rouge I can create my unique subterfuge. I look in the mirror and with a glance Capture myself in my own special trance. Take it from me – you can always look great, On every journey. You'll travel first-rate And make every part of trips you travel A beautiful trek where you won't unravel. Just follow my advice, and try the creams That will fulfill your best cosmetic dreams. Pack gorgeous goodies, with skirts, shoes and pants And you won't be sorry on Swiss or Air France. You'll eat, sleep, exercise and look your best In transit, on Emirates or just Northwest. This book is written to show and unfurl Travel and Beauty – the best of both worlds. For more about my Wanderlust and Wellness travels, please Follow me on Instagram at @DebbiKickham or check out
Hospitality Net
7 days ago
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Christian González has been appointed General Manager at Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection in Punta Mita
Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts, and residences, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christian González as General Manager of Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning, oceanfront enclave in Punta de Mita, Mexico. A respected hospitality leader with deep roots in the region, González brings over 25 years of luxury hospitality expertise and a passion for creating one-of-a-kind, culturally immersive guest experiences. In his new role, González will oversee all operations at Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, guiding the resort's evolution while preserving its essence as a soulful retreat where barefoot luxury meets vibrant Mexican culture. Raised in nearby Puerto Vallarta, González discovered his passion for hospitality through hands-on experiences at landmark resorts throughout Mexico, and his return to the region brings his career full circle. Known for his people-first approach, González fosters a culture of collaboration, authenticity, and heartfelt service. González joins Susurros del Corazón from Rosewood Mayakoba in Riviera Maya, where he most recently served as Acting Managing Director. During his tenure, he significantly enhanced the resort's operations and guest programming, known for blending commercial acumen with a commitment to excellence. Prior to that, he held senior leadership positions at premier resorts across Mexico.
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Netflix's star realtor reveals how much she pocketed in $75M real estate deal.... and how she spends it
Selling the City star Eleonora Srugo's success in the luxury real estate market is the result of the perfect formula. She got her education from top-notch schools, while her street smarts and hustle come from growing up in New York City 's SoHo neighborhood. Srugo says both come in handy when it comes to landing deals that often award her seven-figure commission checks. For instance, she will leave her personal driver in traffic and navigate the subway if there's even a chance she'll be late to a showing. 'I go to my own showings as much as I can — and that's a lot,' she tells from upstate New York, where she was attending a luxury beauty event for influencers at Auberge Resorts Wildflower Farms and spa. 'I like to be really present for showings. I don't want to be on my phone or distracted. I want to focus on sort of what the client is saying and how they're reacting.' But this wasn't a vacation. Srugo had a car take her back to Manhattan that same night — landing in bed at 2am, with just a few hours to sleep before morning showings. 'I had to get back for clients,' she says. The driver, meanwhile, is the result of a $75 million deal she closed on Central Park South, her most expensive yet. She bagged a nearly $4 million commission check from that one sale in 2023. 'I have a driver four days I week, but I know the subway like the back of my hand and know when it's going to be faster than a car,' she says. Srugo documents her lifestyle on Netflix's Selling the City, where viewers get a glimpse into the moneyed world she runs in. She's a top-notch broker who has her own offshoot within Douglas Elliman and is consistently ranked among the city's top 10 agents, landing her checks that are often seven figures per sale. Douglas Elliman is the premier residential real estate brokerage in the US. Those checks land her right where she wants to be, living in the lap of luxury- flying private, traveling the world, eating at expensive private clubs like Zero Bond, and getting personal phone calls from Fifth Avenue luxury boutiques with a hot tip on a new bag she may just love. 'Oh, I spend. I spend way too much,' she laughs. 'Hermès is my vice. I went in for sandals and left with a bag. They call me when something new comes in, they know my taste,' she says. The real estate queen is a pro at networking, juggling showing for billionaires by day cocktails with New York City Mayor Eric Adams by night. 'There are rumors the mayor and I are dating, but he is my friend,' she says. 'We hang out a lot.' She expertly handles ultra-rich clients and attends events nightly in order to rub shoulders with new potential buyers. Srugo is currently on the hunt for a buyer for a stunning $35 million penthouse in Gramercy Park. 'I'm never not working, my hairdresser just gave me a lead,' she says. She uses word-of-mouth to boost business too. Scrugo had recently been to a showing in the Hamptons, where she was also helping out a friend (an unnamed football star), who needed a mansion rental for the summer. 'The rentals we looked at yesterday in the Hamptons were between $1M and $1.5 million,' she revealed casually. 'Monthly.' 'My client's customization alone is costing about $500 thousand — they want custom sports setups, second homes for staff, specific mattresses. I'm in charge of getting all of it.' The entryway of a luxury apartment that Srugo has sold in New York City In the Hamptons, she was 'rolling with three SUVs' and the actual client wasn't even there. 'Just my team. I got home at 10pm., then had to rush to meet a friend — the mayor — and was up at 6am. to work out,' she says. Srugo says she didn't charge the professional sports star for the work, because a verbal stamp of approval from him will only lead to more clients. 'He'll go around and tell everyone how much he loved working with me,' she says. Srugo has no shame in enjoying the fruits of all this labor in her daily life. Along with work, her calendar for the day included cocktails with clients, checking out high-end coffee machines, and meeting '14 people from the luxury sector,' at a luxury brand event where she would be gifted loads of beauty products. Fashion is a major priority — to look the part for clients and for when the cameras roll. 'I took the looks seriously. I print out hairstyles, makeup inspiration, match them to outfits. I want to have moments.,' Srugo says. 'I'm a fan of the genre, I watched Housewives on Bravo for years. I wasn't going to skimp on clothes,' she says. But she doesn't just just splurge on fashion. 'I love experiences — concerts, sports games, travel, insane dinners. I'm also that person — I don't like asking to be invited. I host.' She invests in self-care, too -- hair, skin, massages, and facial 'treatments' are all part of the upkeep. In fact, she spent a lot of the $75 million on cosmetic procedures and shopping she says. 'I regret not taking that big check and plunking it down into real estate.' Srugo says. 'I spent it on cosmetics and shopping and restaurants.' But she does have a $40,000 custom built closet at her NoHo apartment, which she uses to house that massive wardrobe.
Hospitality Net
22-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Allen Highfield has been appointed General Manager at Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection in Telluride
Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences, is pleased to announce the appointment of Allen Highfield as General Manager of Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection, the premier alpine resort in Telluride, Colorado. With a dynamic career spanning more than two decades in hospitality, Highfield brings a wealth of operational expertise, deep experience in mountain resorts, and a leadership style rooted in a commitment to enriching the guest experience. A hospitality industry veteran, Highfield draws on more than ten years of service excellence in mountain resort destinations including Aspen, Bachelor Gulch, Lake Tahoe, and Deer Valley. His proven operational acumen has earned him progressive leadership roles with esteemed brands such as The Ritz-Carlton and Montage International. Highfield is thrilled to return to the mountains to lead Madeline Hotel & Residences into its next chapter of success. In his new role, Highfield will oversee all operations at Madeline Hotel & Residences, ensuring the seamless execution of the property's already impeccable standards and furthering its legacy as the leading alpine resort in Telluride. Recognized for his approachable guidance strategy, Highfield's appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Madeline. Outside of his professional pursuits, Highfield is an avid alpine enthusiast with a deep passion for the outdoors. An accomplished skier, fly fisherman, and mountain biker, he embraces mountain life year-round, and enjoys sharing these adventures with his wife, Samantha, their two children, Abigail and Grahame, and their beloved dog, Beau Alexander.
Hospitality Net
16-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Laura Villalobos has been appointed General Manager at Etéreo, Auberge Resorts Collection in Playa del Carmen
Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences, is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura Villalobos as General Manager of Etéreo, Auberge Resorts Collection, the ethereal oceanfront retreat nestled within the exclusive Kanai development on Mexico's Riviera Maya. A seasoned hospitality leader with over 20 years of experience, Villalobos is recognized for her operational expertise, strategic vision, and passion for crafting meaningful guest experiences rooted in emotional connection. In her new role, Villalobos will oversee all operations at Etéreo, guiding the resort while honoring its core pillars: extraordinary food, wine & spirits; joyful and rejuvenating wellbeing, and exhilarating encounters with nature. Known for her intuitive leadership and ability to build high-performing teams, she will solidify Etéreo's position as a soulful retreat rooted in connection, culture, and care. Villalobos joins Etéreo from Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City, where she most recently served as Commercial Director and played a central role in repositioning the hotel as one of the capital's top luxury destinations. Throughout her career, she has held leadership roles spanning sales, marketing, and operations and is known for balancing precision and creativity to deliver exceptional results. Raised in Puerto Vallarta and born in Mexico City, Villalobos brings a deep understanding of Mexican culture and a heartfelt connection to the region.
