Nº 304 MARCH 2025ESSENTIAL MAGAZINE

Do Something For The First Time!

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Spring is a time of rebirth and new beginnings. To help you to be inspired to live your life more fruitfully, we have confectioned an issue full of great ideas for an enhanced lifestyle.

Experience life in Singapore, that high rise city of style and efficiency. Spend some days being pampered at The Peninsula in Istanbul, and marvel at the stunning underwater sculptures of Jason deCaires Taylor.

2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen ­— find out about the multitude of celebrations that wii be marking this landmark throughout the year. Become acquainted with Rachel Zegler and meet the Mayor of Benahavís, José Antonio Mena.

Take time out to replenish yourself at the serene Ashiana Spa at Boho Club, see how The Sky Marbella stands out above all the rest, and dare to floor-it in the powerful new Ferrari F80.

IAIN BLACKWELL, PUBLISHER

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