How to Enjoy Playing Watersports in Style? Costly Equipment Worth the Investment

Carol Highland
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Watersports are among the many activities that you can enjoy with friends and family. These fun group acts normally take place near water bodies like rivers, ponds, lagoons, or even beaches. The equipment required for watersports is not only costly, but also difficult to maintain. Overall, it’s a worthwhile investment, so here is what to buy to make your experience better.

1. A Paddle Board

A paddle board is a great investment to enjoy watersports in style. The equipment is not only durable, but also serves as a platform for a variety of water activities, including surfing and paddling. Most paddle boards are long and quite cumbersome, especially if you have to store them outside. Mounting it on your car can be difficult as well, so buy one that comes with an attachable deck rigging system or simply invest in a rooftop carrier or truck bed rack for it. You will also need the right set of paddles, depending on how deep the water is where you plan to go. If you have kids, they’ll love it too because now they can surf anytime, anywhere! And let’s face it, nothing beats the beauty of watersports that reminds you why you love the water. You can also check out more at this URL and see why paddle boards are great. It can help you save time and effort to get the information you need.

2. Personal Flotation Device And Clothing

A Personal Flotation Device is a must for kids and those who don’t know how to swim. The right type of PFD depends on the activity you’re doing, where you’re going and of course, your budget. For instance,  if you’re kayaking, you need a kayak PFD that’s waterproof and not waterlogged. You can check out the offerings of your favorite brands, or simply go for it after carefully assessing how deep the water is where you will be moving around.  It is important to know what type of clothing to wear depending on whether you are playing in cold, cool or warm waters. You can also opt to buy an all-in-one suit that will serve as both wetsuit and dry suit, so now you don’t have to worry about anything else but having an amazing time on the water.

3. Surf Leash

If you’re into surfing, then you need a surf leash to keep your board under your feet. Perhaps the best thing about this equipment is its affordability. You can even customize it according to your height or needs. Since most surfers like to move around on the water quickly, using a proper leash will keep you from losing your board. Apart from that, a leash also prevents accidents since it keeps the board within easy reach at all times, making sure that no mishaps happen when playing watersports. There are also different types of leashes available depending on how deep the water is where you play, so do research and find out which one suits your purposes best. They also look really cool, and there’s no doubt you’ll be cashing in on your “coolness” when surfing around with them.

4. Waterproof Camera

If you’re into playing watersports, then you need a waterproof camera to capture every single moment of your experience. With the advent of technology, now you don’t need to invest in professional cameras anymore. You can easily find waterproof point and shoot or DSLR cameras that not only come at affordable prices but also offer amazing features like ultra-wide angle lenses, wireless remote controls, powerful zoom capabilities and whatnot. It’s just a matter of assessing your needs and choosing the model that will best suit you, depending on whether you want an action camera that comes with wearable accessories or simply want a basic point and shoot goggle for capturing fantastic images while surfing around.

5.  Goggles

Goggles are another type of equipment you should invest in when you’re into playing watersports. Your eyes are very sensitive, so it is essential that you protect them when venturing into the water. Not everyone agrees on what type of goggles are best, especially if you’re kayaking or surfing in cold waters. You could go for lenses that offer UV protection and have antifog properties to keep your eyes safe from debris. There are also different colors available, so you can choose one depending on whether you want a flashy look, stylish appearance or simply something professional looking as per your needs.

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The most important thing you should do when playing watersports is to ensure that your equipment offers great protection and also gives you a lot of mobility and flexibility.  As such, the five types of equipment listed above will give you all you need to enjoy an amazing time on the water.  

Carol
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Exclusive Interview with Hélène Garcia-Duthilleul: More Than An Artist, An Enchantress.

José Amorim
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The characteristic of an artist is their sensitivity to translate the world that surrounds them into something sublime that touches those around them. Discover Hélène Garcia-Duthilleul. She creates with rare talent paintings and illustrations under the name of Happy Garden Design. Her art is a real window open to an enchanted, poetic and ultra-feminine world. I have rarely seen such a beautiful vision of women and nature with much positivism, generosity and originality. She has something of Frida Kahlo, Modigliani or even the exoticism of a Gaugin on her work. She’s our artist of the month, and we’re honoured that she accepted the game for our exclusive interview.

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LuxuryActivist (LA): Dear Hélène, we define you as an artist-painter and illustrator. Is it right? Where does your artistic vocation come from?
Hélène Garcia-Duthilleul (HGD): Painter and illustrator, yes, that’s how I can be defined, I think.
I have more of an autodidact background because I did not go to art school, but I took a few months of private lessons with a former fine arts teacher, which allowed me to learn some basic tricks and techniques. Since early childhood, I have also been immersed in an artistic universe with a pianist grandmother and a father who is also an artist-painter. This is what clearly, I think, has developed this passion.

LA: How would you describe your style?
HGD: My paintings are all inspired by femininity, flowers and nature in general, hence the name “Happy Garden Design”, which I gave as a signature to all of my work and which takes up the initials of my name. My clients define my work as very poetic and joyful, and I am delighted to see that my works reveal positive emotions.

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LA: When you start a new work, what are the different stages of your creative process?
HGD: It all depends on the inspiration of the moment. As far as flowers and graphics are concerned, I draw inspiration from fabric patterns and various Japanese illustrations. For the faces, they are completely imaginary. Still, my family and my friends sometimes recognize themselves in them. The unconscious, perhaps?

LA: What themes or elements of your works that you like the most? Why?
HGD: I would say the flowers are all imaginary; I like to give them bright colours and add a lot of detail. I also like to spend time on the graphics of the women’s clothes that I paint, it’s very meticulous, and I can spend long hours there, locked in my bubble.

LA: Which work(s) made you particularly proud and why?
HGD: I created a Marianne for the municipality of Nogent Sur Marne a little time ago, near Paris. I took great pleasure in creating this symbol of femininity, hope and freedom. Then there was this painting of the woman and the toucan that I particularly liked with these shades of blue, which was sold in 3 days in a gallery in the 17th arrondissement of Paris.

“I remain convinced that the wounds of life develop creativity, perhaps through a hypersensitivity for which art remains an outlet?”

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LA: Are there any artists who inspire you? Who and why?
HGD: We can recognize in my style of portraits of women and flowers a semblance of the self-portraits of Frida Kahlo, a Mexican painter whose story touched me a lot. I recognize myself in some of the hardships she may have gone through, and I remain convinced that the wounds of life develop creativity, perhaps through a hypersensitivity for which art remains an outlet?

LA: Could you tell us something about yourself that not many people know deserves to be told here?
HGD: Many of my clients and followers do not know that in addition to my job as a painter, I am also an artisan in pearl making and creating unique jewellery under the HD creations brand. The complementarity of these two artistic activities allows me to renew myself constantly, and although the techniques are completely different, we recognize my “signature” and my universe in both.

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LA: Any interesting upcoming projects you could tell us about here?
HGD: I dream one day of developing a ready-to-wear range using the motifs of my paintings, mainly flowers, but why not portraits. I already started 2 or 3 years ago by producing a range of objects such as tote bags, mugs, pocket mirrors, cushions and magnets using my paintings, but having clothing collections produced would be a culmination for me. To be continued.
Exhibiting my paintings abroad one day to make myself known beyond the borders is also one of the medium-term goals I set myself.

LA: What can we wish you for the future?
HGD: With the emergence of the virtual world, mass production and the consumer society, it is to be hoped that people will continue to support craftsmanship and have more pleasure in acquiring a unique piece made with love and passion than mass-produced factory-made objects.
Concerning me more personally, my life continues to put inspiring and caring people in my path and may I continue to flourish from this profession-passion for a long time to come.

Hélène Garcia-Duthilleul is a one-of-a-kind artist with beautiful feelings and transcribes women’s magical and positive image. She paints a colourful, optimistic, and warm vision of life through a surreal nature. She deserves to be known, and I can only recommend the discovery of her work here: https://www.etsy.com/fr/shop/HappyGardenDesign or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happygardendesign/

Happy Garden Design offers us a happy garden, lush even, where women are free and express themselves without any restraint. It represents such a poetic vision of life that we would love to be part of.

José Amorim
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Tips To Keep Your Luxury Home in Pristine Condition

Carol Highland
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Owning a luxury or high-end home offers many advantages. However, they can also be challenging to maintain. The maintenance and repairs required by luxury properties vary greatly compared to traditional homes, which is why some new luxury homeowners aren’t prepared for what they encounter.

From exclusive issues such as a problem with the heated floors to a more common issue like the need for a simple plumbing repair, understanding what to do to keep your luxury home in pristine condition is a must. Here are some helpful tips and insights about luxury home maintenance and repairs.

Keep Up With Regular Maintenance

A huge mistake made by many luxury homeowners is waiting to handle standard maintenance tasks. While maintaining any home can be expensive, stressful, and tedious, putting it off will only lead to more issues.

With any luxury property, the best way to deal with small repairs – particularly those that may get worse – is by handling them as soon as they are discovered. For example, call a plumber at the first sign of a leaking pipe and seal holes in walls before more damage occurs. It’s also recommended that you try to repaint well-used areas in your home regularly, to maintain their pristine appearance.

Keep Things Clean

Another step to take when it comes to maintaining your luxury property is to clean it regularly. Having a cleaner house means it will look more well-kept and luxurious. Make it a habit to keep every room in your home tidy and organized. Larger houses require more patience and time to clean, and if you don’t think you can handle this yourself, hire someone to do it for you.

Get into the habit of regularly tidying up at the end of the day, and encourage this behavior in your family members as well. Keep a schedule of cleaning tasks that need to be completed, including deeper cleaning jobs such as steam cleaning floors and carpets. If you get into a routine, cleaning your house will be something you can handle quickly and easily.

Adopt a Minimalist Mindset

If your goal is to maintain your luxury home’s pristine appearance, then adopting a minimalist mindset is highly recommended. Most high-end homes come with plenty of space; however, this doesn’t mean you have to fill up every nook and cranny with “stuff.”

With a minimalist mindset, you can eliminate excessive and impulsive purchases of décor and furniture. When you do this, you can strategically use the items you have. Maintaining a minimalist perspective is a great way to ensure your home maintains an elegant and sophisticated look.

Follow the Latest Home Design Trends

When it comes to luxury properties, there are always high expectations. If you are thinking about making upgrades down the road, you should stay updated on the most recent trends. This will ensure you always know what is in style and what types of changes or enhancements you can use to increase your home’s value.

One example is installing energy-efficient appliances. This will help you reduce energy costs while increasing your property’s value. Another example is the installation of smart home technology. With these, you can have features like phone-controlled thermostats, lights, and locks, which also increase your home value.

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Maintaining the Look and Feel of Your Luxury Home

Buying a luxury home is a huge investment. Keeping it in pristine condition should be a top priority if you make this investment. While this may seem like a daunting process, it doesn’t have to be. Use these tips to help ensure your luxury home maintains the luxury appearance you want, and that it increases its value over time. This will pay off and help you enjoy all owning a luxury home offers. 

Carol
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Luxurious Interior Decoration: Top Items You Need to Have in Your House

Carol Highland
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It’s important to have a well-decorated interior in your house. It can set it apart from other homes, give it a unique feel, and even raise the price of real estate when you want to sell! Choosing the right pieces and accessories for your interior decoration scheme is essential if you want to create a luxurious look in your home. Here are some of the top items you need to have to achieve this goal.

Use area rugs to define different spaces in your house 

Rugs are a great way to change the layout of a room and add texture. You can use them as a focal point or centerpieces, to divide spaces in your house, or even just as decorations. Rugs come in all different shapes and sizes, but they’re most commonly either rectangular or round. Rectangular rugs work well for dividing space into rooms with walls that aren’t quite large enough for actual doors, while round rugs make circular rooms feel more open and breezy. They also look great under tables. A good abstract shapes rug will accentuate the room, or even be a centerpiece. With the rise in the variety of taste and interior decor there is no limit to the shapes, color scheme, and theme a good rug can fall under.

Lots of people tend to think about the practicality of their design choices before anything else- if it doesn’t serve a purpose then it’s not worth having around. But this isn’t always the case; there are a lot of items that can serve a purpose and also look beautiful. 

Use mirrors to create the illusion of space

Mirrors are a great way to open up a space, especially in smaller homes. They reflect light, making the area feel more open and free, which makes it seem bigger as well. It’s always good to have at least one mirror facing you when you enter a room so that you feel like there are no boundaries. There are a lot of different types of mirrors you can put around your house as well, whether they’re on the walls or even just sitting on a table. They come in all shapes and sizes too.

Add power and strength through metal decor

Metal is a timeless decoration that never goes out of style. It’s also very strong, so it’s a good way to add to the overall look and feel of your house. Metal decor can be anything from lamps or other light fixtures (both hanging and standing) and candle holders, to frames for pictures and mirrors. You can use metal as an accent color in a room, or even as the focal point; whatever you think will bring out the most in your design. It can also be used to divide up space or create nooks, adding interest to the overall layout.

Choose the right furniture 

Furniture is the main decoration of a room, as it’s what you’ll be sitting and walking on. It can also serve to divide space as well as create it, so it’s important to choose the right pieces depending on your needs. When choosing furniture for a room there are a few things you need to keep in mind. The first is that you need to be practical about it. Furniture has a job, either to serve as seating or decoration, so make sure whatever you get balances functionality with design. The next thing is color- matching furniture color to the rest of your decor can make the whole room come together. Make sure you choose pieces that match each other and also fit the overall style you’re trying to achieve. It’s also important to look at materials- whether it’s wood, metal, fabric, or any other material, make sure it goes with the rest of your house and that you can easily maintain it.

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Get creative with your lighting choices 

Lighting is very important in any interior decoration scheme. It creates the mood and feel of a space, so it’s important to choose the right kind for your needs. There are many different kinds of lamps and lighting fixtures you can use, depending on what you want or need- from pendant lights and table lamps to floor and ceiling lights, and even candles. Make sure you look at your needs first– do you need multiple lighting options for one space? Do you want to create a certain mood? Do you have enough spaces where good light can be placed? Look at the entire room, not just specific items or parts of it, when choosing any kind of lighting.

Each of the items mentioned above will help you create a luxurious interior decoration scheme. Whether it’s choosing furniture that matches your needs and style or installing window treatments, there are many different ways to make any space look like an absolute dream. If you’re having trouble finding inspiration for what pieces to use in your home, go over to Pinterest and hunt down some ideas.

Carol
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Seven Useful Lifehacks for a Professional Luxury Kitchen

Carol Highland
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Have you ever visited a professional kitchen? Cooks are running back and forth, and there are a lot of smells, noise, and sounds. To cook a hundred meals a day, you need a kitchen that can withstand such a load, speed up some processes and ensure the safety of those who are engaged in these processes. Moreover, many rules are universal and are great for private kitchens. Let’s consider some cool lifehacks to make your kitchen professional-like:

1- High-quality utensils

Chefs need pots and pans with fireproof handles of every possible shape and size. Most often, professional kitchen utensils are made of cast iron or thick aluminum. However, some cooks prefer other materials, such as blue or black carbon steel. For example, a professional black carbon steel wok can be found on https://yosukata.com/carbon-steel-woks/black-carbon-steel-woks/. Besides, it is essential to have high-quality knives, bowls, plates, and other items at your hand.

2- Long and wide tabletop

The main principle of restaurant cuisine is to minimize obstacles in the way of a dish from one chef to another. For this, a long countertop was invented. There should be enough free space around the working area to avoid accidental collisions between people carrying something hot, heavy, or sharp. For home kitchens, this is also important, especially if several family members are involved in cooking. The width of the tabletop should be at least 90 cm, but if possible, try to make it wider.

3- Open shelves

All shelves in professional kitchens are usually open so that you can quickly find and take the desired item. Greasy or dirty hands stain cabinet doors and drawers, so you should consider open storage systems, at least for those things that you often use. To speed up the cooking process, hang your kitchen utensils so that they are easy to reach.

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4- Professional faucet

A tall restaurant faucet with a long flexible hose is worth installing. Water enters it under pressure, and with the help of a flexible hose, it is easy to wash the sink and any corner of the working surface. Besides, only with such a faucet can you quickly fill a large container with water: a bucket or a tank.

5- Access to the trash can

Restaurant countertops typically have holes under which trash cans are placed. Cooking waste can be swept into this hole with one easy motion, and cooks don’t have to open the cabinet door or lift the lid of the trash can with dirty hands. Moreover, this solution can be both practical and beautiful.

6- Lots of boards

To avoid mixing flavors and smells, buy a separate board for each type of food: one for cutting meat, another for onions and garlic, and a third for sweet foods, such as crushing a chocolate bar or slicing strawberries.

7- Proper cooling

The storage of food in the cold rooms of restaurants is regulated by special rules that are several hundred pages long. The home strategy is much simpler: the temperature in the refrigerator should be no higher than five degrees. And for this purpose:

  • The refrigerator should not be opened more often than necessary;
  • Before you put a hot dish in the fridge, it must be cooled;
  • Store cooked and raw foods separately;
  • Any finished dish must be covered with a lid, foil, or film.

Restaurant kitchens are designed to be as efficient and safe as possible. Why not use a few professional tricks at home? Now you know at least seven of them. 

Carol
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Exotics In The World of NFT: Not Only Art

Carol Highland
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At the beginning of 2021, non-fungible tokens began to gain popularity in the world. By 2022, a whole independent NFT industry has formed. This is evidenced by the growth in trading volume on the largest NFT marketplace – OpenSea. The NFT gaming sector is actively developing. In addition to digital art, many other things can be transformed into NFT tokens, for example, real estate, promotional offers and legal contracts. We bring to your attention an overview of the most unusual and interesting NFT tokens that currently exist.

NFT Tweet

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Former CEO and founder of Twitter, Jack Dorsey, put up for sale in the form of a non-fungible token the very first publication on the social network. Sina Estavi, founder of Bridge Oracle, bought this NFT for $2.9 million.

NFT Event 

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In the middle of summer 2021, Coca-Cola came up with the idea to present the NFT collection for International Friendship Day, which is celebrated on July 30th. Those who managed to buy tokens got access to the “box of friendship”. The Friendship Chest is a soda machine-like box that randomly drops collectible virtual items.

NFT Script

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Last year, filmmaker Quentin Tarantino decided to sell several cut scenes from Pulp Fiction as a non-fungible token. In addition to these scenes, the director sells the original handwritten script and his own audio commentary. On January 17 of this year, sales of NFT tokens from Tarantino started.

However, everything did not go as smoothly as the director wanted.Miramax has filed a lawsuit against Tarantino, accusing him of breach of contract, copyright and unfair competition. Despite this, Tarantino’s lawyer Brian Friedman denied all allegations and stated that his client has the right to issue NFT tokens based on the Pulp Fiction plot.

NFT Building

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Last spring, Ivan Malpica placed an NFT token on the Mintable platform pegged to a fifty percent stake in a residential building.

The investor was going to solve all the legal issues that would be associated with the ownership of the house, by creating an LLC. His idea is that the buyer of the token and Malpik will be able to own real estate on equal terms.

NFT Yacht

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The Metaflower digital boat is in The Sandbox and floats in the virtual world. In this metaverse, players can create, monetize, and sell virtual items. Thus, one of the users created a yacht and decided to sell it. He managed to earn $650,000. It’s funny that real yachts can cost much less.

NFT Monkey

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In addition to successful NFT sales, there are also failures. One of them happened with an NFT picture, which turned out to be a financial loss for the cryptocurrency auctioneer. The Bored Apes collection belongs to the prestigious NFTs, the cheapest of which costs $210,000.

The auctioneer had a monkey numbered 3547. He planned to sell the painting for 75 ETH, or at least $300,000. However, before placing the lot, he made a mistake. Instead of the desired 75 ETH, a number of 0.75 was given. Such a low price was picked up by trading bots that are programmed to look for discounted goods.A certain person who saw such a profitable offer immediately began to act. He paid a fee of 8 ETH so that the transaction went through without delay. This was done to ensure that no one intercepted the goods. Everything happened in a matter of minutes.

World’s First NFT SMS

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Neil Papworth, who is an engineer at Vodafone, sent the world’s first email to a colleague where he wrote “Merry Christmas”. This happened on December 3, 1992. The addressee was Richard Jarvis, it was on his Orbitel phone that the world’s first SMS came.

At that time, they could hardly have thought that their development would someday be sold for more than $100,000. However, at the Aguttes auction, Papworth’s message in the format of an NFT token was sold for $150,000. The buyer of the token decided to remain incognito.

Conclusion

The NFT market is quite extensive. Every day there are new projects, among which there can be quite strange ideas. However, you should not write them off, because there can be a buyer for each product.

Carol
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How the future of yachting is changing: Sustainable yacht trends 2022

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The luxury yachting industry is the latest industry looking to lessen its ecological footprint. While a sustainable future of yachting may have once been considered impossible, there has been immeasurable growth for greener, more eco-friendly alternatives over the past few years.

With strong demand from buyers and those chartering yachts, shipyards, designers and engineers have implemented advanced sustainable solutions without compromising a yacht’s luxury appeal.

Through innovative technologies, ocean preservation and yacht sharing, to name just a few, boat owners can help preserve the Earth for future generations. Read on to discover the latest sustainable yacht trends for 2022. 

Sustainable Yacht Trends 2022

The Future of Yachting: sustainability  

Following the demand for sustainable yachting trends 2022, nearly every major yacht builder and charter company has promised to protect the environment. Today, the industry is pushing the boundaries of convention more than ever before, creating greener hybrid yachts, motorboats that utilise hybrid propulsion systems while opting for sustainable onboard habits.

While the ultimate goal for the future of yachting – a superyacht that leaves no trace of fuel – is still a way off, hybrid yachts are becoming increasingly popular with yacht owners who want a vessel with sustainable credentials. Hybrid yachts can reduce the use of fuel-burning engines and generators while minimising their environmental damage.

Other sustainable yacht trends for 2022 include the increase in multi-hull yachts. This style of yacht is growing in popularity since these vessels are considerably more efficient than their single-hulled counterparts. 

Onboard habits are also changing for the future of yachting, with many yachts now boasting eco-friendly designs and even culinary offerings that utilise produce grown onboard. 

Many of the latest superyachts are now utilising onboard kitchen gardens, which provide a plethora of freshly grown organic produce for the crew’s culinary team. However, for items that cannot be grown onboard, yacht crews are encouraged to source locally grown, organic produce wherever they can in the world, meaning guests are not only treated to tasty and sustainable menu offerings but are offered dishes that are highly unique and varied too. 

Other impactful changes for the future of yachting include harm-free cleaning products and eco-friendly designer furnishings, opting for more environmentally conscious furnishings instead of the traditional materials such as teak. 

SILENT 55: The latest solar-powered catamaran

Today, superyachts are created to be so highly efficient and environmentally friendly, with some vessels becoming entirely fuel free. One such yacht is SILENT 55, a solar-powered catamaran that offers everything you need for a stylish yet sustainable getaway at sea. 

Winner of the 2019 “Best of Boats” award in the category “Best for Travel,” this state-of-the-art vessel includes a host of sustainable features, including the safest marine propulsion system, zero-emission, noiseless cruising, little maintenance and unlimited range solar panel driven engines. Her solar-powered engines ensure SILENT 55 has an unlimited range, with little worry about running low on fuel, while her top speed of 20 knots ensures exceptional ocean-crossing capabilities. 

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SILENT 55 is not just beautifully engineered, but the eco-friendly yacht possesses voluminous proportions, including four spacious cabins that can comfortably sleep up to eight guests, or six guests with two crew members. In addition, each cabin boasts a luxurious bathroom offering unparalleled privacy and convenience. 

The spacious saloon offers an idyllic space to unwind and enjoy quality time with friends and family, including comfortable seating and dining space, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. Not forgetting to mention, SILENT 55’s exterior deck offers plenty of room for indulging in the Mediterranean’s year-round sun on the sun pads, trampolines, or the outdoor dining areas. 

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Other highlights of this eco-friendly yacht are its hydraulic retractable roof on the flybridge, affording 360-degree sea views, a lowerable bathing platform for afternoon dips in the emerald seas, and a high-speed tender boat for all your shore adventures.  

The Future of Yachting: Shared Yacht Ownership 

The future of yachting is looking a little different, with yacht owners opting to co-own their choice of vessel with other shareholders. With the average yacht owner using their yacht 4-6 weeks per year, spending large sums on mooring costs, maintenance, running fees, as well as emitting harmful waste back into the oceans all year round, a yacht share offers an energy-efficient and cost-effective way to enjoy all the charms that a yacht offers but at a fraction of the usual price.

As the latest sustainable yachting trend for 2022, shareholders are matched based on personal usage, desired locations, and yacht preference. Once shareholders are matched with suitable co-owners, yacht owners can enjoy all the benefits of yacht sharing with first-class support both on land and at sea.

It is without question that the future of yachting is changing for the better. For more information on yacht sharing, contact an experienced yacht broker and start planning your next low-impact cruise. 

Ella Neale
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How Can Famous People Effectively Deal With Addiction and Recovery-Related Problems?

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Addiction and recovery-related problems can be difficult for anyone to deal with, but they can be especially challenging for famous people. This is because their addiction and recovery issues are often made public, and they are under a lot of pressure to get things “right.” In this article, you will learn about some ways in which famous people can effectively deal with addiction and recovery-related problems.

Isolating From The Public Eye 

Being a public figure makes it even harder to cope with pressures, which is why many celebrities surrender to substances. The addiction recovery specialists you can find on this URL say that constantly being recognized and followed by the paparazzi is one of the main reasons stars turn to drugs or alcohol. It distances them from the people they care about and makes them feel like they can’t trust anyone but themselves. This is why they go into recovery, but without the public knowing about it. They always find a facility that doesn’t reveal the fact that they have a celebrity onboard. 

There are many things that go into a successful recovery, such as finding the right treatment program, having a supportive network of family and friends, and committing to abstinence from drugs or alcohol. However, one of the most important factors is taking the time and space needed for healing without all of the public scrutinies. 

Finding A Support Group

Support groups help a lot of people with addiction and recovery-related problems. It can be really beneficial for famous people to join a support group because they can get the help and support they need in a confidential setting. There are many different types of support groups, so it’s important to find one that fits your needs.

Some groups are based on specific addictions, such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous. Other groups focus on general topics like addiction and recovery or relapse prevention. You may also find groups specifically for celebrities or public figures. The most important thing is to find a group that feels comfortable for you and that you will attend regularly.

The members of a support group can provide valuable insights and advice about how to cope with addiction and recovery.

Getting A Sponsor  

Having someone by their side, especially on social occasions, is a great way for famous people to deal with addiction and recovery-related problems. This is where getting a sponsor comes in. That’s someone who has been sober for an extended period of time and can offer support, guidance, and accountability. They are there to help the addict stay on track and avoid relapsing. 

Famous people often have sponsors that they meet with regularly. This provides them with support not only during their addiction but also after they’ve recovered. It’s a continuous process that helps keep them accountable while ensuring that they maintain their sobriety. Sponsors are an important part of an addict’s recovery journey and should never be underestimated. 

Finding Hobbies 

Occupational therapy is proven to be an effective means of treatment for addiction and recovery-related problems. A big part of occupational therapy is finding hobbies. When people are in the grip of an addiction, they tend to lose sight of what used to make them happy outside of their substance use. 

Some common hobbies people take on in these situations are as follows: 

  • Gardening 
  • Fishing 
  • Playing sports 
  • Reading/writing 
  • Crafting (e.g. knitting, woodworking) 
  • Listening to music 
  • Watching films/television  

It’s important to find a hobby that you can really invest yourself in and stick with it. Participating in hobbies can help to combat feelings of being alone as they provide a sense of community and connection with others who share the same interests. 

Taking A Break From Work 

Since most of their work revolves around an audience, it’s recommended that famous people take a break from work to focus on their addiction and recovery. This will help them avoid any possible triggers that may arise from being in the public eye constantly. It’s also important for them to have some time away from work so they can relax and rejuvenate themselves mentally and physically.

When taking a break, it’s best to stick to a routine as much as possible. This means setting aside specific times for activities such as eating, sleeping, and attending meetings or therapy sessions. 

Using Their Influence To Help Others 

A lot of celebrities, upon recovery, start charitable foundations or use their fame to speak out about addiction and recovery. It can be really effective in terms of using their influence to help others. There are a lot of people who may not have ever thought about getting help for addiction before, but when they see a famous person do it and talk about how great their life is now that they’re sober, it suddenly seems like a real possibility.

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Famous people can have big problems with addiction because of public pressure, which is why it’s essential that they get off the grid when in recovery. They usually find support groups and a sponsor to help them through social events. Occupational therapy is a very big thing for them so they find hobbies and they usually take a break from work during this process. Finally, upon their return, they often speak out about their problems so they could help others!

Jennifer
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A Useful Guide On How To Identify Your Hair Type

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Whenever you are talking about hair types, the first thing that usually pops up in your mind is the simple division into straight and curly hair. But, did you know that there are twelve hair types? To make your hair the best it can be, you need to take proper care of it and you should apply the correct hair routine. Understanding your hair type is only half the job- the other thing for you is to figure out the best routine that will do for your hair type since not all products are effective for each particular hair type. Here is a short guide on how to identify your hair type. 

There Are 12 Hair Types 

According to the main principle, there are four main types – straight, wavy, curly, and coiled or kinky. There are also three subcategories for every group. The straight hair category includes fine or thin hair, prone to oil; the second group involves medium thick with some volume; the third group is about coarse and thick straight hair that cannot hold curls. When it comes to wavy hair, there are also three types. Viz, there can be S-shape, S-shape with some frizz, an S-shape prone to frizz. When it comes to curly hair, you can distinguish between fine or loose curls, medium, and tight curls, and tight or thick curls. Lastly, there are coils, which are extremely tight curls with therefore springy coils, z-coils, and very tight, coarse coils.  

Straight Hair 

Every hair type has its structure and texture. The best way to distinguish your hair type is by seeing how your hair lies on the scalp. If your hair lies flat on your scalp, is heavy, and almost impossible to style, this is the third type; it is coarse or thick, straight hair type. To better distinguish these straight hair types, we will use 1A, 1B, and 1C. Therefore, previously mentioned was 1C. It may appear that hair typing is difficult, however, it is not the case. Namely, if your hair receives some texture, then you are moving to 1A type which is fine, thin, and prone to oil, and is not completely straight but has some texture to it. 

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Wavy Hair 

Wavy hair is not overly oily nor too dry. Wavy hair falls right between straight and curly hair. It has some structure to it and can be divided into three types. There is the transition from the less wavy to almost curly. This mostly depends on the frizz that wavy hair has. The first type of wavy hair is fine and thin and has no frizz. It can be styled and is not so dry. The second type is of sharper S-shape and has some frizz. The problem with this one is that it is a bit drier than the previous type, and some deep conditioning needs to be applied so that the hair has better hydration. Thirdly, this type is rather coarse and prone to frizz. This type of wavy hair needs proper care which demands good quality oils, conditioners, masks, and shampoos. 

Curly Hair 

Curly hair is amongst the most striking types and has a definite S shape. This one does not lay flat on the scalp and is nowhere as shiny as the first two types since there are also three types of curls. The first type is the shiniest and softest of all three types. The second type is thicker and medium; additionally, this type is rather difficult to style and has a sharp texture. Lastly, the third type is coarse and thick; has frizz, and is almost impossible to be styled. If you want to take proper care of it, then you need to invest some money into the best quality products regarding maintenance and styling. It is quite difficult to precisely say which product is the most effective since it takes some time to identify the ones working for you. 

Kinky Hair 

The best term for this hair is “tight curls”. Often, it turns to be coarse and maintains the hair shape whether it is dry or wet. Unfortunately, even though it is extremely thick, it is prone to heat- and styling- damages. This hair type demands deep moisture and conditioning. There are some coils to be distinguished and it depends mostly on how much it has fizz to it. 

How to Adapt Hair to Your Face Shape 

Since there are different face shapes, there are certain hairstyles that fit the face shape the best. A nice haircut and hairstyle can even be considered to be an alternative to plastic surgery. For instance, an oval face is the ideal face shape for any kind of cut. Multi-layered, long cuts match round faces the best regardless of hair type. 

It is interesting to distinguish among 12 different hair types and identify the one for you. However, just as earlier mentioned, it is just halfway. You need to find the hair care routine working for you. 

Carol
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6 Things You Should Know About Blue Light

Carol Highland
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Have you ever wondered why your eyes hurt after scrolling on Facebook or looking at your iPhone for a long time? Well, the reason behind it is blue light. Blue light is a wavelength on the visible spectrum between 380 and 500nm. When Blue Light hits our eyes, it stimulates our cones which control our perception of color, but most importantly, they make us see details. This is why we can see things clearly when there are bright lights around us or when we look at the sky during the day because those activities produce blue light. However, prolonged exposure to these wavelengths can cause damage to retina cells which may lead to blindness in extreme cases due to macular degeneration that targets the center part of the retina called the fovea.

What You Should Know About Blue Light

Some studies show that blue light is harmful to your vision, but there is no proof that it permanently damages the retina cells. So, here are six things you should know:

1. Use Blue Light Filters and Protective Eyecare

Using blue light filters on your electronic devices and wearing protective eye care such as sunglasses is a good idea. It is the easiest way to reduce damage caused by blue light. These filters are available for smartphone cameras, tablets and laptops and prevent significant amounts of blue light from reaching your eyes without affecting the visibility of the display. Protective eye care is even easier to use; all you have to do is click here for blue light glasses backed by science and sleep-friendly lighting, and your eyes are protected. In addition, it is also a good idea to get your eyes checked once in a while.

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2. Blue Light Affects Your Sleep

Have you ever noticed that it keeps you awake for hours when you are using your phone before bedtime? This is because blue light stimulates our brains to release chemicals that keep us awake and active even when we don’t want to be. This chemical reaction causes blue light filters not to work if they are put on electronic devices with screens because the wavelengths turn into something different. So, make sure the last thing you do at night before going to sleep is shut down your electronic devices or cover their screens so that no blue light can reach your retina cells. As for apps, f .lux-a, a computer program that reduces the amount of blue light produced by screens-works well when it comes to blocking out all harmful wavelengths.

3. Blue Light in Daylight is Beneficial for Your Eyes

Exposure to natural blue light helps in improving vision and makes you see better at night because when your eyes are exposed to sunlight, they receive signals that trigger the release of a chemical substance called dopamine which stimulates retinal cells responsible for our vision. This substance blocks chemicals that cause degeneration in retina cells, so exposing yourself to blue light every day can prevent diseases such as age-related macular degeneration.

4. Use Eye Help Apps

There are apps available to help your eyes when exposed to blue light. For iOS, you can download f .lux-a computer app that changes the color of a screen based on time of day and type of lighting to reduce negative effects resulting from exposure to blue light at night-and Twilight, which is an app that automatically adjusts the brightness and color temperature of your phone at a certain time every day. On android phones, and inside the blue light filter works well because it filters out all harmful wavelengths before they reach your retina cells while simultaneously allowing you to continue using your phone as normal.

5. Don’t Overdo It with Blue Light Filters

Some people go overboard when using blue light filters in their electronics, resulting in dull screens with decreased brightness. This is not only a waste of time and money because the filters don’t work properly, but it is also bad for your eyes in the long run. Experts state that occasional exposure to blue light before going to bed doesn’t harm. However, people who constantly use electronic devices with blue light filters are most likely causing more damage than they think. In addition, using these filters makes you unaware of when natural blue light is present around you, which can be refreshing if used correctly.

6. The Blue Light Hazard Is Not Proven Yet

The International Electrotechnical Commission has not proven that the use of screens with blue light damages retinal cells permanently. So, although many studies have been conducted, they didn’t show significant results to prove this hypothesis yet. These studies showed only temporary effects on the retina cells after exposure of up to 4 hours which is equivalent to 20 days per year, given that an average person uses electronic devices up to 3 hours per day.

It’s not easy to avoid blue light because our lives are now surrounded by it. Although some lamps emit harmful red or green lights, using protective eye care and eye help apps will surely reduce the strain on your eyes.

Carol
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