Nº 300 NOVEMBER 2024ESSENTIAL MAGAZINE
Reaching the Milestone of 300 Editions!
Since its launch in 1999 and over the last 25 years, essential has established itself as the leading lifestyle magazine on the Coast, its carefully curated content and design aesthetics having struck a chord with readers and viewers of the digital editions, who have formed a loyal fan base. We give thanks to them and to all who have been involved with essential since its inception.
In this issue, join us on a trip to Batumi, the Pearl of the Black Sea, and relax in the luxurious surroundings of the Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort.
Marvel at the iconic styling of the all-new Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, check out cool men’s wear from Scalpers and North Sails, and prepare to be impressed by the architectural styling of La Querola dÓrdino.
Meet Pedro Pascal, who stars in Gladiator II on release this month, and Pedro Peña, Marbella’s leading interior designer.
Catch up on local property trends courtesy of DM Properties Market Report, and take a look at prestigious Amaranta Living Casares Golf.
For Five Star Dining on the west side of Marbella, we recommend a triumvirate of top hotels, whose restaurants are open to the public.
See you next month with a bumper Christmas special!
IAIN BLACKWELL, PUBLISHER
ONLINE STORIESFROM THE LAST ISSUE
Almería, A Paradise with a Legendary Western Legacy
Known for its captivating contrasts, with enticing beaches and rugged desert landscapes, Almería beckons visitors from around the world. The region is also iconic, as the backdrop for some of the most famous Western films of the 1960s, including Sergio Leone’s ‘Dollars’ Trilogy.
The Four Seasons Resort Mallorca
The new Four Seasons Resort Mallorca is a stylish modernisation of the Hotel Formentor, which opened in 1929 and welcomed the likes of Winston Churchill, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, and the Dalai Lama. With 100 stylish rooms, including 31 suites, the new resort exudes sophistication.
Sonic Physio, Advanced Regeneration Wellness
Sonic Physio, in Benalmádena, is a fully comprehensive centre for advanced regeneration and personalised wellness, focused on relieving pain and increasing mobility. Therapies offered include Pressotherapy, Shock Waves, Cryothermal Therapy, High-Power Laser, and Celloxy.
Carat Sky Villas, An RH Privé-Pininfarina Design Project
For its most prestigious project yet, seasoned developer, RH Prive, has joined forces with the highly esteemed design capabilities of Pininfarina. Carat Sky Villas is at the pinnacle of luxury living for a new age and its spacious floating penthouses are redefining the benchmark for style.
The Other Side of Prague
Discover some of Prague’s lesser known attractions and see tips on how to avoid being crowded out at its top draws. Nicknamed the City of a Hundred Spires, Prague beckons with colourful baroque buildings, Gothic churches, and the iconic pedestrian Charles Bridge, completed in 1402.
Modern Mansion By The Beach
Properties this close to some of the best beaches in Marbella are rarely so stylish. Take a tour through this sumptuous six-bedroom villa that combines classic lines with contemporary refinement, featuring exquisite interior design with meticulous attention to detail by Pedro Peña.
Seduced By The Sea At Malva Beach By Besaya
Grupo Besaya, with sister restaurants Besaya Beach and Tikitano which are extremely popular with gourmet aficionados in the know, has recently opened Malva Beach at the entrance to Estepona. Specialising in fruits of the sea, it is a wonderful new addition to the group.
The New Lamborghini Temerario
Lamborghini is once again vowing its enthusiasts with the forthcoming launch of its new Temerario. The successor to the Huracan, with an unbridled 907bhp, sports a 4.0 litre V8 engine that’s mated to three electric motos, giving it the capability to hit 100km/h in only 2.7 seconds.
