Kevin and Michael Goetz work harmoniously together, both investing the same visual style and narrative direction into each project. “It all starts with preparation. Filmmaking is a collaborative art-- all we do is take that collaboration and run with it.” With the adage two heads are stronger than one, the Brothers Goetz have been directing commercials and music videos for over 12 years, helming projects for Nissan, Honda, Disney, HBO, State Farm, McDonald’s and BMW to name a few. Recently, they just finished a campaign for the hugely successful Call of Duty Black Ops video game franchise.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The Goetz Brothers
Kevin and Michael Goetz work harmoniously together, both investing the same visual style and narrative direction into each project. “It all starts with preparation. Filmmaking is a collaborative art-- all we do is take that collaboration and run with it.” With the adage two heads are stronger than one, the Brothers Goetz have been directing commercials and music videos for over 12 years, helming projects for Nissan, Honda, Disney, HBO, State Farm, McDonald’s and BMW to name a few. Recently, they just finished a campaign for the hugely successful Call of Duty Black Ops video game franchise.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Monday, January 10, 2011
Electric Dream
This is what happens when a Porsche runs head on into a Prius. A 500 horsepower V-8 married to a pair of electric motors (one for each axle) that outputs 718 horsepower and brings the lucky soul behind the wheel to 60 mph in only 3.2 seconds. Fuel econ? Try 78 miles per gallon of pure unadulterated luxury. 
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Best Pool, ever
There’s no doubt there are rooms with pretty spectacular views at the brand-new Marina Bay Sands hotel, but it’s hard to imagine topping the vista from the rooftop infinity pool, 55 storeys above Singapore.
Swimming to the edge isn’t quite as dangerous as it looks. While the water in the infinity pool appears to end in a sheer drop, it actually spills into a catchment area where it is pumped back into the main pool. At three times the length of an Olympic-sized pool and 650 ft. above street level, it is the largest outdoor pool in the world at that height.
The incredible pool is a highlight of the boat-shaped 'SkyPark' perched atop the three towers that make up the world's most expensive hotel, the $6.4 billion Marina Bay Sands development designed by Canadian architect Moshe Safdie. The hotel, which features 2,560 rooms starting at over $500 a night, was officially opened recently with a concert by Diana Ross.
The title of world’s most expensive hotel was previously held by the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi, estimated to have cost $3.2 billion when it opened in 2004. But with its indoor canal, opulent art, casino, outdoor plaza, convention centre, theatre, crystal pavilion and museum shaped like a lotus flower, the Marina Bay Sands has taken its crown.
Inside the resort, shoppers can ride along an indoor canal in Sampan boats styled on traditional Chinese vessels from the 17th century. The owners commissioned five well-known artists to create works of art designed to 'integrate' with the buildings. Among these is a 40 metre-long sculpture made from 16,100 steel rods. The whole thing weighs 14.8 tons and it took 60 people to assemble it in the hotel. Another dramatic artwork is titled Rising Forest and consists of 83 three-metre-high pots with trees in them. The pots were so big the artist had to build a customised kiln the size of a small building to make them in.
Rent a Malibu Estate
With the lack of 4 and 5 star hotels and resorts in Malibu, California, a new vacation rental option has been created, the luxury vacation estate rental. Numerous high-end gorgeous estates dot the pacific coast celebrity laden landscape and some of these special homes are available to the general public to rent. Of course, the price isn’t cheap (anywhere from 1k a night to 7k) but when shared among a family or group, the price becomes comparable to a 4 star hotel. And these estates have space. Multiple bedrooms, even multiple guest houses to stash the annoying uncles and barking dogs away.
Booking a Malibu vacation rental estate means freedom- freedom from pesky bellhops and the prying eyes of other guests. Total privacy awaits as well as an absorption into the local lore. Become one with Malibu. Live like the celebrities do, and try to avoid the paparazzi. Visit a local coffee shop, a clothing shop then relax in your own private pool and beach. Maid service and local chef/ catering is also normally offered. Because none of us wants to do laundry on our vacation. Much less fry up the bacon.
What many do not know, is that that estate they are staying at was recently occupied by a movie star. Movie stars are the most transient of creatures, oftentimes only renting villas and estates instead of settling down and Malibu is their premiere stomping grounds. Be sure to check the guest books when checking into your Malibu estate rental. You may be sleeping the same bed Batman just vacated.
Malibu is a term coined by the Chumash Indians, who originally lived on the land. It means, where the mountains meet the sea. Climate is fantastic year round, with actually Sept-Nov being the ‘best time.’ Many think summer is the prime market, but it is actually fall when the Pacific waters are the warmest and crisp, warm Santa Ana winds blow off shore from the desert, warming the coast and brightening the sun. Be sure to book these times as prices are a bit below peak as well.
Lastly, Malibu estate rentals are the perfect place to stage a wedding. These large, manicured grounds with incredible views of the mountains, Pacific Ocean and distant downtown Los Angeles, make a phenomenal spot to tie the knot. Many larger families rent two or three estates nearby one another, so that the whole familia has a place to lay their head.
Whether large family or not, the next time you think of going on vacation, round up your loved ones and investigate the thriving estate rental community
Monday, December 27, 2010
Gansevoort Miami Beach Hotel Joins Jet Luxury Resorts
Jet Luxury Resorts, the premiere growing International Resort Management Company, is proud to announce the addition of one of South Beach, Miami’s most luxurious resorts, theGansevoort Miami Beach Hotel and Spa. Jet Luxury Resorts will offer entre into the Gansevoort with their standard best rate guarantee with exclusive inventory.
The deal marries the marketing expertise of Jet Luxury Resorts to the Gansevoort’s premiere luxurious accommodations. It also marks the Sixth high-end property to be included in Jet Luxury Resorts’ inventory this year, joining, among others, The Setai Fifth Avenue NY, The Trump SoHo, The Terranea Resort, The Trump Waikiki, The Vdara Hotel and Spa, The St. Regis NY and The Kalia Modern Eco Living Estates in Costa Rica.
The Gansevoort Miami Beach, located oceanfront in the heart of South Beach, soars 18 stories high and features a rooftop pool and a 55,000 square foot beach club perched upon 600 feet of prime beach real estate. Guestrooms at the Gansevoort Miami Beach - all 340 rooms, including 86 suites - are the most spacious in Miami Beach, with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay and Miami's incomparable skyline. Luxuries such as fine Egyptian cotton linens for bed and bath, signature tubs and walk-in showers with dual shower heads help complete the lavish experience while you enjoy complimentary high-speed wireless internet.
Gansevoort Miami Beach is also home to Miami’s most energetic gym and sensual spa. Vibrating with color and sound, David Barton's exclusive Miami flagship gym and spa has not only the largest gym floor in South Beach, with 42,000 square feet of fitness space, including two floors of interactive cardio machines and tons of free weights, but also is the hottest spot to prepare for a night on the town. In addition to world-class personal trainers and cutting edge equipment, you'll find a dedicated yoga studio, ten spa treatment rooms, an aromatherapy steam room and spectacular ocean views.
The Gansevoort Miami Beach Hotel boasts gourmet dining by renowned New York imports STK and Philippe Chow, an exclusive lounge by The Opium Group, and a full city block of chic designer shops.
Richard Brosal, President of Jet Luxury Resorts, states, “We are honored to be working with Coral Hospitality and the Gansevoort Miami Beach. We are staying consistent in providing to our customers what we provide at all of our properties, a great access to the finest in luxury.”
Jet Luxury Resorts has seen its occupancy rates increase and has added six 4 and 5 star properties to its roster in the last year alone. The company has fast become the one to watch within the hospitality marketplace; emerging as the go-to leader for those looking for high-end, yet affordable rental inventory in the most desirable markets worldwide. For more information about The Gansevoort Miami Beach and Jet Luxury Resorts, click here:
Rates and availability can be found at www.jetluxuryresorts.com
Or by Calling (877) 538-7389.
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