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3 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I FOUNDER & CO-FOUNDER’ S LETTER Dear l o v e r s o f l uxu r y Arnie S Hira – CEO & Founder Arnie.Hira@simplyabudhabi.com Jordana Imogen Lynch – Managing Director & Co-Founder Jordana.lynch@simplyabudhabi.com Manoj S Hira – Director – info@nowaiting.co.uk Editor: Arnie S Hira Co-Editor: Jordana Imogen Lynch Copywriters: Jordana Imogen Lynch, Arnie S Hira Like our Facebook page via http://www.facebook.com/simplyabudhabi Printers: United Printing & Publishing Abu Dhabi. Images: All photos used in Simply Abu Dhabi are by Getty Images/Shutterstock/GoRunway/ Distribution: Abu Dhabi Media Company Distribution Director: Raed Hamdan Distribution In charge: Muzammil Sulaiman Disclaimer: The publishers regret that they cannot accept liability for error or omissions contained in this publication, however caused. The opinions and views contained in this publication are not necessarily those of the publishers. 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Born in Abu Dhabi, Designed in Manchester, Distributed throughout the world. ترشع و شیع هماخف सुख 奢侈品 Lujo Luxe Luxus Lusso Management team Creative Director: Colin Statham - colin@simplyabudhabi.com Managing Editor: Kerry Smith - kerry@simplyabudhabi.com Beauty Editor: Sophie McMullan - sophie@simplyabudhabi.com Car Editor: Andy White - andy@simplyabudhabi.com Sub Editor: Caroline Stupnicka - caroline@simplyabudhabi.com W E L COM E T O S I M P LY A B U DH A B I : “Your Passport to Pure Luxury” Jordana &Arnie Wishing the World: Peace, Prosperity & Progress in 2014 T here’s something about autumn that makes us want to start new adventures. Perhaps it’s a ‘back- to-school’ feeling that remains with us even in our adult years. Or maybe it’s the fading end of a brilliant summer: as the air gets cooler and the days grow shorter, we feel a renewed sense of invigoration and purpose. Whatever the reason, this autumn finds us thinking about exciting new journeys, and the first stop is our feature story. In this issue of Simply Abu Dhabi, we introduce you to the uniquely thrilling Dragon Racing International – an unrivalled adrenaline rush of an experience that combines F1 racing and ultra-luxury service. If you’ve ever dreamed of being part of a professional race team, you’ll want to read all about Dragon Racing’s programme of driving instruction and personalised concierge services. It’s an incredible opportunity. We’re humbled to share with you the privilege we had of playing a role in the creation of a truly special timepiece. Honouring the memory of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, founder and spiritual founder of the UAE, the Baba Zayed Simply Abu Dhabi chronograph was developed in partnership with the celebrated German watchmakers Grieb & Benzinger. Having dreamed of a finding a way to pay artistic tribute to Sheikh Zayed for some time, we were inspired by a visit to the mosque that bears his name, with Grieb & Benzinger’s creative director Georg Bartkowiak as our guest. The majestic structure, air of reverence, and supremely artistic craftsmanship sparked in us the idea to collaborate on a one-of-a-kind timepiece to commemorate Baba Zayed. We hope you will enjoy learning more about it. Revisiting the topic of new journeys, we are very pleased to announce Simply Property, the most recent addition to the world of luxury living we’re honoured to bring you with each issue. Simply Property is poised to take you on a tour of the world’s most exclusive estates, villas and vacation hideaways. For the inaugural launch of this feature, we invite you to read about the simply stunning homes available at One Sandy Lane in Barbados, the Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami Beach, and in the UK fromDeTrafford Estates. We also introduce you to broker to the stars, Marilyn Hoffman of Hoffman Properties International. We think that once you’ve read the articles and seen the sumptuous photos within these pages, youmay even start to consider a new adventure of your own. In Simply Travel, we visit one of the great cities, London, to enjoy a stay at the latest offering from world-renowned hotelier, Ian Schrager. The second iteration of Marriott’s ultra-chic boutique brand, London Edition boasts innovative design, an iconic setting, and a Michelin-starred restaurant in the form of the Berners Tavern. Helmed by London native Jason Atherton, the Tavern is a celebration of traditional English dishes with a twist. Read on for every mouth-watering detail. We’re also thrilled to be sharing with you the news of a collaboration between two top names in luxury travel: Royal Jet and Abercrombie & Kent. Together, they’re teaming up to offer the very best in high-end, once-in-a-lifetime travel opportunities. We invite you to learn more about their inaugural tour to India, including a private viewing of the Taj Mahal and a day out at British Polo Day. It’s going to be spectacular. Elsewhere, as always, you can find the very latest in what’s new in fashion, beauty, jewellery, timepieces and cars. Whatever adventures autumn may hold in store for you, we wish you all the very best of life and luxury, and thank you for letting us share our world with you.