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Miami’s Art Fans Find a New Muse in the AIM Gallery Vail

On the sun-soaked beaches of South Florida, Miami stands as a titan of contemporary art. Since Art Basel’s inaugural U.S. fair in Miami Beach in 2002, the city has transformed into a global art stronghold. Miami Art Week, which attracts more than 1,200 international galleries to its 20 art fairs, is just five months away. Where did the time go? As we anticipate the vibrant festivities, there’s another artistic gem to explore, about 2,200 miles away: The AIM Gallery in Vail, Colorado. A world-renowned destination for its skiing, diverse shops and restaurants, luxurious accommodations, friendly neighborhoods, and breathtaking mountain views. A Visionary Journey What does a doctor who changed countless lives do when his three children all have achieved their dreams and notable success? He creates artwork with the words that became the seeds of their legacy in order to impact even more lives, this time through words. The former renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Mike Mycoskie has become a visionary artist, painting day and night to share the impact of affirmations, inspiration, and motivation with others. His wife Pam, a celebrated entrepreneur and cookbook author admits: “After 54 years of marriage, I believe I know Mike better than anyone, but I must admit I never saw this coming!”The gallery is an extraordinary space and experience where the power of words transforms into stunning visual art. The words inspire your mind, stir your soul, and uplift your spirit. The Power of Words Words possess the transformative power to shape our thoughts, emotions, and ultimately, our realities. This profound concept is brought to life through visual art. The gallery’s mission is to transform words into powerful visual expressions that affirm, inspire, and motivate. What we think manifests into our actions and our world, making the right words incredibly important. All artwork is a vibrant statement painted on quality canvas, some enhanced with diamond dust and decoupage. Visitors can commission their own unique pieces, making the experience personal and deeply meaningful. “In a world often overwhelmed by negativity, my artwork aims to be a beacon of hope and inspiration,” said Mike Mycoskie. “The right words at the right time can truly change lives, and this is a space where those words can be felt and experienced.” The Mycoskie Legacy of Inspiration The Mycoskie family’s influence extends far beyond the gallery walls. Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS Shoes; Paige Mycoskie, creator of Aviator Nation; and Tyler Mycoskie, founder of Dollar Driver Club, each carry forward the family’s legacy of positive impact. Words have been the foundation of the family’s success and philanthropic philosophy in business. The gallery highlights the profound impact of positive words, a concept that psychologists affirm can shape our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Miami’s Artistic Spirit Echoed in the Mountains Each year, many Miami residents escape to the snowy slopes of Vail and Aspen, blending their love for the arts with a passion for nature and outdoor adventures. The AIM Gallery Vail is a vibrant community hub, located in the Solaris Building, in the space formerly occupied by the Zuger Gallery. Hosting a variety of events, from intimate workshops to cultural celebrations, the gallery fosters creativity and connection. This dynamic approach ensures that every visit offers something new and enriching, making the gallery a lively addition to the local cultural scene.  Bridging Cultural Landscapes The opening of the AIM Gallery Vail on July 1 marked a significant addition to Vail’s cultural narrative and offers Miami’s art enthusiasts a compelling reason to explore beyond the city’s borders. Dr. Mike Mycoskie’s vision, supported by his family, brings together words and visual art in a way that inspires and uplifts. Recognizing the significant Latin community in Vail, the second largest in the area, the gallery also features artworks in Spanish. This inclusive approach ensures that the gallery’s inspiring messages are accessible to all, reflecting the diverse fabric of the community. As you gear up for Art Basel in December, the opening provides a timely reminder of the universal power of art. This summer, let the spirit and power of words ignite your imagination and inspire your soul. Plan Your Visit Open daily from 11 AM to 7 PM, with extended hours during special events and local festivals, Dr. Mike Mycoskie and his team invite everyone to explore the transformative power of words through art. Whether you’re a Miami resident planning a mountain getaway or a local in Vail, the gallery promises a memorable and uplifting experience. For more information, visit the AIM Gallery Vail’s official website experience this remarkable new addition to the art world. Visit the AIM Gallery Vail on Social Media: Instagram: @aimgalleryvail Pinterest: @aimgalleryvail Facebook: @aimgalleryvail

LIFESTYLE, MSM Online, The Issue, Traveler

New Year, New Adventures

By Dawn Wilson While you’re sitting there taking stock of your life and considering what awaits you this New Year, why not consider doing something totally unexpected. You may read about some exciting and adventurous activities that people participate in and say to yourself that you could never do that. Well, think again. You can do it! Put all of your inhibitions behind you and think about how exciting it would actually be to be one of the people telling the story rather than listening to the stories. Instead of listening to everyone else’s stories, start making your own. Life can be short. No one knows or understands this better than someone who experiences an unexpected tragedy in his or her life. There is no time than the present, because tomorrow is never promised to you. Now is the time to step out on fate and just go for it! You know what they say, ‘Go big or go home!’ 2016 is a New Year offering New Adventures. Start planning yours today. Consider these over-the-top adventures for 2016: Base Jumping Tandem BASE (Twin Falls, Idaho) We often think of the most insane things that people do and base-jumping is probably one of them. However, you have to wonder what’s so exciting about throwing yourself off a bridge. You’ll never know until you try it for yourself. At Tandem BASE in Twin Falls, Idaho, you are paired with an experienced instructor who has successfully made hundreds of jumps. The jump begins 486 ft. above the Snake River Canyon, where you will eventually cascade. It isn’t unusual to have your reservations about doing something like base-jumping, however, rest assured that you are in good hands. Safety is the #1 priority of everyone at Tandem BASE. For more information, please visit www.tandembase.com Aerobatics Sky Combat Ace (Las Vegas, Nevada) Adrenaline junkies will love Sky Combat Ace. There are several exciting experiences offered to you: aerobatics, air combat, extreme sightseeing and more. Whichever you decide to do, any of these activities will surely give you bragging rights. Sky Combat Ace has a perfect safety record with no injuries since opening in 2011. Safety always has been and will continue to be a priority at Sky Combat Ace. For more information, please visit www.skycombatace.com Heli Boarding Chugach Powder Guides (Anchorage, Alaska) If you enjoy skiing or snowboarding but are looking to break out of your comfort zone, Chugach Powder Guides may be just what you are looking for. With approximately 750,000 miles of skiing terrain and 700 inches of snowfall, you have every advantage needed to start your snowcat skiing or helicopter boarding adventure. If you’ve never tried your hands at either of these before, here’s your chance. For more information, please visit www.chugachpowderguides.com Shark Diving Hawaii Shark Encounters (Oahu, Hawaii) If shark diving has been on your bucket list for a while now, why not make 2016 the year to check it off your list. You can do this when you visit Hawaii Shark Encounters. You are able to come into contact with sharks in their natural habitat, the deep blue ocean. The experience is informative and invigorating. No scuba experience is necessary to engage in this type of adventure. You have nothing to fear as the Poly Glass windows of the cage protect you from the sharks. For more information, please visit www.hawaiisharkencounters.com Zipline Along the Fastest, Longest, & Highest Canopy Tour in North America New York Zipline Adventure Tours (Hunter Mountain, New York) So you’re thinking that there is nothing to this since you’ve zip lined before. This zip line tour has a slight twist to it; it’s done at night. This means you don’t know what you’ll see as you transverse through the forest in the dark. With only the moon as your main source of light, you’ll go on 6 zip lines and 4 rope bridges. Finally, you will rappel 65 ft. to your final destination. Zip lining at night makes it much more of an adventure than doing it in the sunlight. For more information, please visit www.ziplinenewyork.com Paragliding Proflyght Paragliding (Maui, Hawaii) Soar high in the sky with Proflyght Paragliding. At Proflyght, you can paraglide with a certified instructor or learn to fly solo. There are plenty of chances to get up the nerve to take that leap of faith since Proflyght flies in every season, weather permitting. Located in Maui, Proflyght Paragliding offers you the opportunity to see the wonders of the world from the best vantage point possible, high in the sky. For more information, please visit www.paraglidemaui.com Bobsledding Utah Olympic Park (Park City, Utah) You’ve gone skiing and snowboarding so now it’s time to step things up with something a bit more unexpected, bobsledding. Can you honestly say that you know many people who have actually gone bobsledding? Not many of us can. However, when visiting Park City, Utah, you can actually go bobsledding on the 2002 Olympic Sliding Track, with a trained professional. You’ll have to do your part in steering the sled in order for it to maintain maximum speed. See how it feels to go at top speed down a narrow track confined, three people to a sled. It is an adrenaline rush that you can’t imagine. For more information, please visit www.utaholympicslegacy.org Ice Climbing Ouray Ice Park (Ouray, Colorado) Now here is something you don’t hear about people doing every day, ice climbing. If you’re considering doing something that none of your friends have ever done, ice climbing may just be the ticket. Ouray Ice Park in Ouray, Colorado, offers over 200 climbing structures, all of which are actually man-made. Several guide services operate within the park and are available to assist you in getting started on your ice climbing adventure. All you need to bring with you is a little courage, which you’ll certainly need to get through this adventure. For more information, please visit www.ourayicepark.com Click here to view this post in the MSM January/February 2016 digital issue

Entertainment, Film, MSM Online, Music, Traveler

10 Celebrity Vacation Hotspots

By Gisel Habibnejad With their fame and fortune running on surplus, celebrities know exactly where and how to vacation. If you want to know the hotspots to travel to, simply follow the footsteps of all the biggest celebrities—after all, they keep coming back for a reason. Here’s a list of the most popular worldwide destinations infested with familiar faces. 1. Saint Tropez Who you’ll see: Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber, Tom Cruise, Rihanna, P. Diddy, Jack Nicholson, Gigi Hadid, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Sir Elton John, Beyonce, Jay-Z 2. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Who you’ll see: Jennifer Aniston, Justin Theroux, Cameron Diaz, Ryan Seacrest, Julia Roberts, George & Amal Clooney, Justin Timberlake, Jessica Biel, Oprah Winfrey, Will Smith, Jada Pinkett-Smith 3. Bora Bora, French Polynesia Who you’ll see: Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria, Rob Lowe, Sharon Stone, Charlize Theron, Keith Urban 4. Maldives Who you’ll see: Eva Longoria, Penelope Cruz, Kate Moss, Jude Law, David & Victoria Beckham, Josh Duhamel, Fergie, Mariah Carey, Nick Cannon, Katy Perry, Tom Cruise 5. South Beach, Florida Who you’ll see: Kardashians, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Cameron Diaz, Christina Aguilera, Kanye West, Amber Heard, Drake, Lenny Kravitz, Ellie Goulding 6. Lake Como, Italy Who you’ll see: George & Amal Clooney, Matt Damon, Brad Pitt, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Johnny Depp, Amber Heard, Madonna, Sir Richard Branson, Alred Hitchcock, Mick Jagger, Kylie Minogue, Robert De Niro, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Sandra Bullock 7. Maui, Hawaii Who you’ll see: Paris Hilton, Megan Fox, Owen Wilson, Oprah Winfrey, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Jason Statham, Jack Osbourne, Charlize Theron, Sean Penn 8. Dubai Who you’ll see: Kim Kardashian West, Kanye West, David & Victoria Beckham, Rita Ora, Nicole Scherzinger, Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Roger Federer, Selena Gomez, Paris Hilton 9. Aspen, Colorado Who you’ll see: Elle Macpherson, Jack Nicholson, Paris Hilton, Mariah Carey, Nick Cannon, Nicole Scherzinger, Lewis Hamilton 10. Barbados Who you’ll see: Rihanna, Cara Delevigne, Gwyneth Paltrow, Claudia Schiffer, Simon Cowell, Sting, Hugh Grant, Tiger Woods, Naomi Watts, Katy Perry    

The Issue, Traveler

Amazing Ski Resorts Worth the Visit this Winter

November-December Issue 2015 By Dawn Wilson With so many ski resorts to choose from, narrowing down the one to visit may pose a bit of a challenge. However, we have come across a few that we think are worth your taking notice of. These resorts offer more than skiing options, they offer the chance to relax and become one with nature, in an environment that is conducive to your total relaxation. When you are looking for a luxury experience, there is a variety of options you’ll have to select from. Take in majestic mountain views and enjoy the great outdoors all while enjoying a ski vacation with your family or co-workers. Whether you are going to ski the slopes or just enjoy the ambiance, there is plenty to do for everyone at the featured resorts and hotels we have selected. Four Seasons Vail Resort Situated just at the foot of Vail Mountain in Vail, Colorado sits the prestigious Four Seasons Vail Resort, a contemporary, European-style 5-star resort. It boasts scenic views of the Alpine Mountains that stretch for miles. The Four Seasons Vail Resort offers a selection of 121 rooms, suites and private homes. Each room equipped with luxurious amenities, including; gas burning fireplaces and furnished terraces. The interiors are of warm hickory wood and limestone. Guests can feast on delicious, hearty cuisine in the resort’s steakhouse restaurant, Flame. Its interiors are warm and inviting. You’ll also find a lovely bar with the perfect lighting along with unobstructed mountain views. With a year around pool and plenty of outdoor activities to participate in, this non-smoking, resort is the ideal location for meetings, family retreats or a respite for singles. Everything you could need or want on a ski vacation is offered to you at Four Seasons Vail Resort. For more information on the Four Seasons Vail Resort, please visit www.fourseasons.com/vail Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa If you are planning a ski vacation in or near Jackson Hole, Wyoming, why not make Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa your home base. It offers a variety of lodging options, which include, rooms, suites and luxury cabins. Located along the Jackson Flat Creek, in Jackson Hole, Rustic Inn’s new Spa Suites come complete with a fully furnished patio, soaking tub and a rustic fireplace. In addition to the many luxury amenities that are provided, you are also afforded the opportunity to be serviced by your own personal butler. With Western contemporary décor and charm, you’re certain to feel the warmth and intimacy offered to you at Rustic Creekside Resort & Spa. It is a small boutique property that enables you to receive personalized attention and service. After a day of skiing, relax at the resort’s award-winning spa or indulge in a fireside dinner with friends and family before turning in for the evening. For more information on Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa, please visit www.rusticinnatjh.com Le Westin Tremblant Le Westin Tremblant is an immaculate modern, contemporary hotel, which sits in the European-style pedestrian village of Mont Tremblant. It offers 122 guest suites surrounded by the Laurentian Mountain of Quebec, Canada. There are 600 acres of skiing and two championship golf courses available to guests of Le Westin Tremblant. Every suite offers its guests a good night’s sleep on the Westin Heavenly Bed and comes complete with either a microwave and mini fridge combo or a fully equipped kitchenette. Rooms also feature cozy gas fireplaces, perfect to retreat back to after an afternoon of skiing. Additional property amenities include a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center, a sophisticated restaurant featuring Spanish cuisine and luxurious spa services offered by Amerispa. Mont Tremblant has four distinctly different slopes, in addition to, over 650 acres of trails. There are also three snow parks that are primarily used by free-style skiers. A ski vacation to Canada should include a stay at Le Westin Tremblant. For more information on Le Westin Tremblant, please visit www.westintremblant.com Stowe Mountain Lodge A New England favorite, Stowe Mountain Lodge, is a ski-in, ski-out resort offering easy access to Stowe Mountain Resort. Situated in Stowe, Vermont, Stowe Mountain Lodge is a mountain destination offering picturesque mountain, river, lake and woodland views at every turn. If you have never had an upscale mountain experience before, find out what you’ve been missing with a visit to Stowe, Vermont. Stowe Mountain Lodge offers five-star accommodations and defines luxury in terms of a rustic mountain vacation. All 300 rooms and suites offer something different and unique. You can select from a large suite with terraces, fully equipped gourmet kitchens and fireplaces or a small, intimate studio just for two. Guests can enjoy New England cuisine at the hotel’s fine dining or casual restaurant; whichever is preferred. This prestigious resort also offers an 18-hole championship golf course, a spa and wellness center and an indoor/outdoor swimming pool. Help is readily available to skiers seeking to improve their experience with help from the resort’s ski professionals. Stowe Mountain Lodge is an upscale New England retreat perfect for skiers and snowboarders. For more information on Stowe Mountain Lodge, please visit www.destinationhotels.com/stowe-mountain-lodge Click here to view this post in MSM’s November/December 2015 digital issue

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