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GRANDHOTEL PUPP Karlovy Vary, a.s. Mírové náměstí 2 360 01 Karlovy Vary Czech Republic Phone: +420 353 109 111 Fax: +420 353 224 032 Email: [email protected] www.pupp.cz The Grandhotel Pupp received a TripAdvisor® The Grandhotel Pupp has won one of Certificate of Excellence award. The the most prestigious World Luxury accolade, which honours hospitality Hotel Awards and is nominated for excellence, is given only to establishments 2015 that consistently achieve outstanding traveller reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide.

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La Mamounia - Marrakech After three years and a € 100 Mio. revamp - Mamounia opened its gate back to the world in 2016 with breath- taking results and finesse for details. SKYLOUNGE looks into one of Morocco’s most iconic luxury hotels . For 90 years the illustrious and legendary La Mamounia has emphasized the great traditions of Moroccan hospitality and attracted royalty, connoisseurs and celebrities to relax in an atmosphere that combines history with enchantment and luxury. Today the hotel reflects a pure Moroccan style combined perfectly with contemporary art and antique pieces. Regarded as one of the most desirable in the world, La Mamounia hotel offers four restaurants, including two signature restaurants serving French contemporary and Italian cuisine under the direction of two 2 Michelin star chefs. Moroccan specialities can be savoured at Le Marocain located in a separate pavilion in the Park. The hotel also offers five bars, including the famous Churchill bar. www.mamounia.com



Walking into the La Mamounia in Marrakech, Morocco is like stepping back in time without giving up any modern day conveniences. This is a result of the care and passion that went into the recent renovation of the hotel. It is an oasis closely located to Marrakech’s historic medina and Djemaa el Fna Square. Although so much has been redone inside the hotel, the gardens still date back to the time of Sultan Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah (1757-1790). It’s easy to spend a day lounging by the pool, playing a game of tennis, and concluding with a spa treatment before dining at one of the hotel’s Michelin restaurants. In 2009 when the hotel reopened, the new 27,000 square foot spa was unveiled. The spa features two traditional and a private Moroccan hammams, eight treatment rooms, six outdoor massage areas, Jacuzzi, spa suite, indoor pool, beauty salon, and men’s barber station.... La Mamounia is a destination in itself. Listed in countless guidebooks as one of Marrakesh’s landmarks, the hotel is worth visiting even if you don’t have the keys to one of the rooms to marvel at the beautiful tiles, mosaics, intricate arabesque and arched columns. Taking its inspiration from traditional Berber and Arab-andulucian architecture, it’s a stunning, gorgeously-crafted marble art deco dream, which recently underwent revamp Each room has a balcony with views over its stunning 20 acre gardens or the Atlas mountains. There’s an indoor and outdoor pool if you need to cool off. Two of its restaurants have Michelin stars stars but its Le Moracian – its Moroccan restaurant – which has the best views. Winston Churchill was a fan and no doubt you will be too.







Impressions by Marisa Z. Ramirez There it is, in the middle of nowhere in Texas some twenty miles away from the next small town Marfa, the Prada installation. What else could one need here more than a pair of luxury shoes? I have stopped there myself whilst being one day on my way from East to West in “the lonely state” of Texas - It seemed to me first surreal. The scenery, wide open landscape, sunny day with a few clouds here and there and then this! After thinking for a while (or was it more contemplating?), it sort of reflects our society. We just can’t see the forest for the trees. The artists who put that up here must have known that there is “something rotten in Denmark “ to use Shakespeare (ironically here is the fact that one of the artists Michael Elmsgreen, who put that piece of art in 2005 together with his colleague Ingar Dragset is Danish), something is just not right… I leave it here and I have to say it has definitely an effect on anybody who passes by and that may have been enough for the artists to make their point. After all art is there to leave an impression.

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Mauritius, land of rainbows, waterfalls and shooting stars, was first sighted by passing Arab dhows as early as the 10th century. The Portuguese visited around 1510, but it was the Dutch who took possession in 1598, giving the island its name in honour of their head of state, Prince Maurice of Nassau. The island was a port of call for ships en route to India and the East Indies, as well as a land base for pirates in the Indian Ocean. The Dutch introduced sugar cane which, in addition to tourism, remains a pillar of the Mauritian economy, yet they deemed their colonisation efforts unsuccessful, and abandoned the island in 1710. In 1715 the French took over, renaming it “Ile de France” and eventually importing labour from Africa to work on the sugar plantations. With this, a love for rhythmic music and dancing was introduced to Mauritius and the ‘sega’ was born, a performance that is still a national tradition. Nearly five centuries after its discovery, this jewel in the Indian Ocean has evolved into a harmonious mosaic of cultures and religions and is home to just over 1.2 million inhabitants.

Sixty minutes interview with Smita Khadaroo Smita Khadaroo Founder & CEO Chic Consulting - UK 1. Please tell us a bit more about yourself and your company? My name is Smita Khadaroo and I founded Chic Consulting Ltd recently 3. Let’s talk about real estate, nowadays HNWIs opting out for after the pandemic made me realize that life is indeed too short. There is so more distant destinations when it comes to holiday homes. A much more that I can enjoy and achieve whilst working independently good climate, intact infrastructure whilst having that kind of fulfilling one of my dreams in the luxury real estate industry within my tranquility and peace far away from today’s hustle-and-bustle. motherland, the paradise Island of Mauritius, the pearl of the Indian Ocean. Mauritius ticks all boxes - wouldn’t you agree? From my experience working in the luxury hospitality industry within the Yes, absolutely agree and you feel far from the madding crowd with great last 18 years in London, this journey has taught me a lot and uncovered lots sunshine throughout the year. of opportunities and opened new doors for succession. I spent the first 20 years of my life in Mauritius where I was born and brought up. I started my 4. Comparing the house market with here in the UK, you will journey 20 years ago here in the UK when I landed in London to complete barely find a decent apartment for £250000 in Prime Central my bachelor’s degree in International Hospitality Management & I London, what can £250k buy you in Mauritius and how is the successfully managed a growing portfolio of corporate clientele in my past residency investor program over there? tenures. You can either get a 4-bed villa with its private pool on half an acre of land I have recently been appointed as Managing Director of a Healthcare only a stone throws away from the sandy beach or even a 6-10 bed villa company in the UK where I am strategically using my transferable skills about 10 minutes’ drive from the beach. developing various bespoke projects and work closely with the NHS and other governing bodies supporting the increasing demand in the healthcare In regard to the residency structure for foreign investors they are: sector. Chic Consulting offers a wide range of services within the hospitality, healthcare and luxury real estate sectors in the UK and in By retiring in Mauritius Mauritius. For this, the individual must prove to the authorities that he/she has a minimum income outside of Mauritius of 40 000 USD per year. The amount 2. Lonely Planet, one of the world’s most renowned travel guide will have to be repatriated to a bank account in Mauritius. The residence producers, has unveiled its top 10 countries to visit in 2022 with permit is valid for a period of three years, and at the end of this period, the Mauritius named in its top three. What in your own words foreign retiree can obtain a Permanent Resident Permit. makes Mauritius so attractive? Through the Acquisition of Real Estate in Mauritius Mark Twain once said, “Mauritius was made first, and then heaven; and Through the Acquisition of Real Estate in Mauritius of a value greater than heaven was copied after Mauritius.” The beautiful island has lots of 500 000 USD with respect to the Smart City or Property Development advantages and benefits to offer such as a substantiate political stability, a schemes. Following the fulfilment of these conditions, the investor monumental track record of well-known economic rankings and indices, purchasing an apartment or a villa in Mauritius will be able to keep his and a stable economic growth for various decades. residency permit as long as he/she remains the owner of the property. If the property is bought by several people, by name or through a company, Also, with a safe business environment for investment with a recognized only one investor will be able to receive the residency permit attached to rule of law, Mauritius is the most liberalized country on the African the property. The investor’s partner as well as his/her children aged below continent and the most business & environment friendly too. As a 18 will also benefit from the permit. cosmopolitan, Multicultural as well as multi-ethnic country, Mauritius offers an exclusive and relaxing lifestyle to enjoy. Mrs. Khadaroo, we thank you for the interview. Chic Consulting offers a wide range of services within the hospitality, healthcare and luxury real estate sectors in the UK and in Mauritius. For more information please contact: Mrs. Smita Khadaroo on +44(0)79441132821





Where is Mauritius? The island nation of Mauritius is located in the southern Indian Ocean, approximately 1240 miles from the coast of Africa. It is one of the three main islands of the Mascarenhas Archipelago. See our best time to visit guide to find out what the climate in Mauritius is like throughout the year. East coast West coast Quieter and less built up than its western counterpart, the east Calm waters, a coral reef not far from shore and coast is also more exclusive with some of the island’s most some of the island’s most popular towns and luxurious resorts backing its bays and beaches. Enjoy the beach resorts await you on Mauritius’ sheltered welcoming sea breeze of the south-east trade winds, which west coast. On the north-west coast is Grand bring down those high temperatures during the summer; the Baie; the island’s only resort town and a sleepy fishing village vibe; and the spectacular beaches of the popular option for eating, drinking and Belle Mare and Beau Champ regions. shopping. Offshore, the stunning island of Ile aux Cerfs to the east is a Lively by day and night, the town sits on a popular day trip. In the south-east, the tiny coral island of Ile pretty bay that’s a popular spot for watersports aux Aigrettes – owned by the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation – and swimming. The capital of Port Louis has an provides habitat for rare and endemic flora and fauna international atmosphere, with its bustling including the giant tortoise, the Mauritius kestrel and the pink streets and intoxicating smell of spices and pigeon. On the south-east coast, Mahebourg is one of the fresh tea leaves. Central Market is the best spot main fishing villages on the island. Built on the magnificent for an exciting market experience, where Grand Port Bay, it was founded in 1804 by the French hawkers representing all of the island’s cultural Governor, Charles Decaën. The Monday markets are among groups sell leather goods, meat, sweet foods, the biggest on the island and are held right next to the main herbal teas, and an exotic array of fruit and bus station. vegetables.

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Inland Mauritius Away from its beaches, Mauritius bursts with historic sights, cultural diversity and ever- changing scenery. Take a dip beneath cascading waters at Tamarin Falls – a beautiful natural collection of waterfalls in south-west Mauritius which, though awkward to get to, are well worth a visit. Black River Gorges is Mauritius’ sole national park – a wild area of thick indigenous forest in the central highlands that’s home to over 300 plant species and rare bird life. Visit Pamplemousses Royal Botanical Gardens and stroll through lush vegetation including the unique collection of palms and the ‘Victoria Regia water lily’ which has leaves that grow to over two feet wide. Diving & snorkelling With beautiful reefs, coral-filled lagoons, caverns, tunnels and historic wrecks, the snorkelling and diving in Mauritius is excellent. The island is second only to the Maldives when it comes to Indian Ocean diving; it was even the proud recipient of the Indian Ocean's Leading Dive Destination for four years in a row at the World Travel Awards. A barrier reef encircles almost the entire 205-mile coastline of Mauritius and there are large lagoons that make the perfect spot for beginners. Water temperatures range from 23-25 degrees in the winter and 26-29 degrees in the summer. The summer is considered the best time to dive as the warmer sea temperatures attract a wider variety of marine life. There are around 100 dive sites to choose from which range in depth from 7 to 45 metres. On the clearest day, the visibility can reach up to 50 metres. Many of the resorts back a beautiful and sheltered lagoon meaning snorkelling is possible right from the shore. On the east coast, the lagoons are at their calmest during the summer months when the trade winds are at their weakest. On the more sheltered west and north coasts you can snorkel year round. If you’re not a strong swimmer, you can discover the underwater world on a glass-bottom boat trip. Many hotels have their own boats and will take you out for a small fee or even for free. Getting around While your resort may offer a wide range of activities, the beauty of this Indian Ocean island is that there’s plenty to see and do if you want to explore a little further. We recommend hiring a car and driver guide for either a half day, full day or even a couple of days. You can choose from a Standard, Luxury or Premium vehicle; have a chat with one of our Personal Travel Experts to find out more.

Travelers to Mauritius aged 18 years or over must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. They must undergo a PCR test between 5 and 7 days before departure and a negative result is required to travel to the island. Travelers will also have a PCR test on arrival at the airport in Mauritius and on day 7 and 14 of their resort holiday, as applicable. Air Mauritius, Emirates are other global airlines will add additional flight capacity from 15 July 2021 which will increase in the lead up to the full reopening of 1 October 2021. For Phase 2, from 1 October, vaccinated travelers will be allowed entry without restrictions upon presentation of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure. The country’s response to the pandemic ranked among one of the best in the world as the Mauritian Government responded promptly with stringent control measures and protocols. The safety of Mauritians and visitors has been a top priority since the outbreak of Covid-19 and the success is a result of a joint effort by the Mauritian Government and the country’s population.



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Fact sheet CBC Health Clinic Munich Redefines the Regenerative Health Experience for Stroke Victims In Europe, clinical and experimental teams are utilizing some of the methods and technologies being studied in U.S. clinical trials and combining them with CBC Health Clinic Munich’s experience with umbilical cord blood infusion treatments to provide therapeutic solutions for ischemic stroke survivors from around the world. This ischemic stroke treatment is available in our specially designed day-clinic in Munich, Germany. Combining Innovation with 20 Years of Cord Blood Banking Experience The research-based treatments use cord blood components provided by CBC Health Clinic Munich’s parent company, Cord Blood Center Group, which is known for providing therapeutic components with above-average quantities of nucleated cells. We have over 20 years of experience in cord blood banking and offer treatments utilizing allogeneic cord blood. Cord Blood Based Ischemic Stroke Recovery Treatment Cord blood infusion is not intended to be a replacement for standard therapy in the management of stroke; however, it is an additional therapeutic approach that may gain additional improvement of cognitive and motor functions. Intravenous infusion of umbilical blood cells is a therapeutic procedure used in patients recovering from stroke. Umbilical cord blood is collected from placenta via the umbilical cord vein. To achieve an optimum therapeutic effect, a dose of 50 million cells per kg is required, and each infusion includes cord blood collected from 4 to 8 donors. The entire course of infusions is scheduled over two to three days, and after each infusion, the patient is monitored for several hours for any potential adverse reactions. In the majority of patients, cord blood infusions have resulted in improvement of cognitive and motor functions. These functional gains become noticeable within the first few weeks after the infusion and continue for the next 3 to 6 months. Adverse reactions to cord blood cell infusions are rare and generally mild. The Treatment Effect Intravenous cord blood cell infusions enhance the regenerative activity of brain cells in stroke patients. Clinical studies suggest that cord blood therapy is more effective when administrated soon after stroke occurs. Patients begin to notice improvements within a few weeks after the infusion. The cord blood cells are eliminated from the patient’s body within 6 to 8 weeks; however, patients experience functional gains over the next 3 to 6 months, with sustained functional improvement. Achieved improvement is permanent; patients do not experience worsening of the achieved improvement. Another study suggests that repeated cord blood infusions might lead to further functional improvements. To summarize it: in i) gross and fine motor function, ii) cognitive function, iii) speech, iv) social behavior, v) frequency and intensity of seizures, etc. Follow up Once the treatment is completed, the doctor will monitor patient remotely by follow-up consultations for the duration of up to 12 months after the treatment. Duration of the treatment For grown-up adult patients we usually need 2 days of treatment for the IV administration of the allogeneic umbilical cord blood with 2 - 3 hours per day under direct physician supervision. After the individual and personal evaluation, premedication is applied IV, followed by the Umbilical Cord Blood infusion. A peripheral IV line is used to administer the allogeneic UCB, usually divided up into three to four units over a period of 2 - 3 hours under direct physician supervision. We use an intravenous route of administration for the UCB, as this is the safest and least invasive method. The patient’s vitals are closely monitored throughout the whole procedure. All in all, you can compare the procedure with a simple blood transfusion which is routinely performed in many clinics throughout the world. Patient has its own large room, lying in bed with relaxing atmosphere, able to watch TV, listen to music during the procedure.

Dr. med. Nils H. Thoennissen CBC Health’s Head Physician With more than 20 years of experience in evidence-based medicine and over 14 years clinical experience in hemotherapy including blood transfusions, as well as stem cell transplantation, Dr. Thoennissen is an international specialist in cancer, chronic degenerative diseases, and regenerative medicine with a doctoral thesis in neurological research, graded with “summa cum laude”. Education • Westfälische-Wilhelms-University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany • Cardiff University School of Medicine, Cardiff, Great Britain • Johannes Gutenberg-University, Mainz, Germany • Cedars-Sinai-Medical-Center, UCLA, Los Angeles, USA Residency and Fellowship • Resident Department of Hematology, Oncology & Transplantation, University Hospital of Münster, Germany • IZKF-research fellowship Laboratory of Molecular Hematology, University Hospital of Münster, Germany • DFG-research fellowship (2 years) Division of Hematology/Oncology Cedars-Sinai Medical-Center, UCLA, Los Angeles, USA • Resident Department of Hematology, Oncology & Transplantation, University Hospital of Münster, Germany Career Highlights • More than 14 years clinical experience in hemotherapy including blood transfusions, as well as stem cell transplantation. • Spent 3 years in Los Angeles, USA, at Cedars-Sinai-Medical-Center, UCLA for research. • Author of more than 40 high-ranking clinical and scientific publications in peer-reviewed international journals. • Investigator and Sub-Investigator of several clinical studies. • Past consultant of Hem/Onc Dpt. and Emergency Dpt. in the University Clinic of Hamburg-Eppendorf, Germany Awards • Doctoral thesis, University of Münster, Germany (WWU) summa cum laude • 1st Price for Innovation, University Hsp. of Münster, Germany 09/2006 • Travel Award 51st Congress of American Society of Hematology (ASH) 12/2009 • Travel Award 52nd Congress of American Society of Hematology (ASH) 12/2010 • Sponsorship Award for leukemic research University of Münster, Germany (WWU) 06/2012 • Best Poster Award – Society for Gastroenterology, Germany „Nicotinamide and its therapeutical effects on colitis in a mouse model“ 12/2012 • Best of DGHO – Translational Medicine „Exome sequencing of paired chronic-blast phase samples in myeloproliferative neoplasms reveals high frequency of rare germline sequence variants In TYK2 and novel blast phase-restricted mutations“ 10/2014

Umbilical cord blood has recently emerged as a promising source of stem and progenitor cells for use in novel regenerative cell therapies. Recent clinical trials have demonstrated that infusing cord blood can noticeably help ischemic stroke survivors improve cognitively and physically, and medical case report demonstrated long-term, therapeutic effectiveness when cord blood was infused five years after a stroke event.

International Patients CBC Health’s Ischemic Stroke Treatment is available in a specially designed day-clinic in the city centre of Munich, Germany. The German healthcare system is noted for its high standards for efficiency, cleanliness, quality, and innovation.











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Sixty minutes interview with Vicky Grammatikopoulou 1. As one of the best and multi award-winning Aesthetics clinics in the UK, please tell us a bit about yourself and what makes your clinic so special? As Founder and CEO of Vie Aesthetics, I am incredibly proud to have Vicky Grammatikopoulou watched the business flourish since starting back in 2013. From being a full- time lecturer at Goldsmiths University, to being in the position to go full- CEO and Founder Vie Aesthetics time taking over my own business, I have experienced the entire rollercoaster that is running a business. I believe the Vie Aesthetics values 3. When first time patients arrive to one of your clinics and are not and ethos are what sets us apart from our competition. We put excellence quite sure what to do… how do you go on to make sure they will get at the forefront of all operations; we care about our clients above all; we the best treatment? operate safely as a CQC-registered, Save Face- accredited Clinic and promote safety in Aesthetics to our audience of over 30K. Led by our We have dedicated months to perfecting our carefully planned Patient Medical Director, Dr Ioannis Liakas, we seek out the latest innovations in Journey which takes every client on their very own Vie Aesthetics aesthetic medicine and make it our mission to offer only the best experience, seeing them from the moment they make their first enquiry, all treatments performed only by qualified expert Aesthetic Doctors. Most the way through to their final follow-up and aftercare appointment. importantly, we take responsibility for the relationships we build with our clients, basing these relationships on trust, care, respect, continuity, When you step into the Vie Aesthetics clinics, you step into a unique multi- transparency and communication. Of course, the same applies for our sensory experience: immersed in crisp and stylish interiors infused with our employees- we were even awarded the Gold status by Investors In People, signature fragrance to promote serenity, to the sound of relaxing recognising our dedication to growing and developing our employees in- background music, being offered a choice of exquisite aromatic house. refreshments. Each client is met by their patient coordinator- a role we specifically created to enhance the overall bespoke Vie aesthetics With bespoke, personalised treatment plans, carefully tailored combination experience. We offer language and translation services to make sure all our treatments, globally award-winning customer care, and excellent products, clients have all the information and support. Our front-of-house staff are they help men and women achieve their transformation goals in a discreet trained to speak in a calm voice, offer clients a chaperone, and never make and caring way. The Vie Aesthetics Signature treatments include: the clients rush. Clients check in and are invited to take a seat and sip on a VIELift, VieStemFace and VieStem Hair, VieStemRF in addition to Life signature Vie Aesthetics Coffee, browse our variety of skincare and beauty Coaching, DNA and medical testing, a 360-degree Medical Weight products and even flick through our Vie Magazine, before visiting their Management Clinic and advanced Medical Skincare. Our Vie Aesthetics allocated Doctor or therapist for an in-depth, no-obligation consultation. state-of-the-art clinics and world-class team of practitioners are synonymous with expertise, a holistic model and an artistic approach to We use an Initial Interest Questionnaire, which is used during the Initial image and wellness. The Vie Aesthetics combination treatments are consultation to help our clients pinpoint their concerns and interest. During renowned in the UK and abroad for delivering bespoke, subtle, and refined each consultation, the Doctor or Therapist will use the Vie 7-step results. Celebrities and even royalty from the UK and abroad are among the consultation method to find out what your concerns and desired outcomes loyal clients who value the natural-looking results and all-round expertise are; to explain the underlying reasons, causes and mechanisms; to show and care. you visuals of the treatments and before-and-after pictures and to explore all the possible cosmetic and health care solutions to help you make an 2. Let’s talk about our reader-audience (wealthy Arab families from informed choice. A suggested individual treatment plan is then drafted by the GCC), who are used to have their treatments abroad. What has the practitioner during the consultation for the client with clear timelines been your experience with international patients so far? and price quotes - this is a document our clients take away with them. Following their initial consultation, we allow for an appropriate cooling off With two clinics based in London, one in Harley Street, one in Holborn and period to allow you time to digest the information, consider the options one in beautiful Essex, a large part of our clientele, inclusive of celebrities offered, do more research if needed and make up your mind. We and royalty have visited us from overseas. understand that sometimes, such decisions cannot be made after a 30- minute consultation alone. Travelling from destinations such as the US, Hong Kong, Dubai and Kuwait, we offer our international clients a 5-star service to enhance their trip by making their appointment more than just a stop off. From the moment they land in the UK, to the moment they finish their patient journey after their treatment and aftercare, we offer a bespoke and discreet service to make their experience smooth, comfortable and effortless.

5. As the driving force, how does a usual day look like in your life? Finally : What's the best piece of advice given to you ? As the company has expanded into new locations, so has our wonderful My motto, which I picked up from a book is: “Be productive, not busy”. It Vie Team. Thanks to them I have been able to delegate different roles to has helped me assess things and measure what is worth investing time leave me with my CEO duties, which of course are endless when your and resources. business is your passion. Having said that, one area that I enjoyed too much was branding and marketing, so technically I am Founder, CEO and Another one, that is my guiding principle is: “If something is worth doing, Director of Branding at Vie Aesthetics. it is worth doing well. That helps me choose my priorities and my projects. “ When I’m not in board meetings with my incredible team or with suppliers, clients or business partners, I am visiting our different clinics in We thank you for the interview. both London, Essex and Germany to ensure all operations are running smoothly. At other days you will find me in forums, expos or business events. When I’m not travelling you can find me sat behind my desk working on our latest marketing campaigns alongside our growing media and communications department. I feel so blessed to have a team that I can trust enough that I am able to focus on specific projects that need my undivided attention. To keep a healthy work-life balance I always make sure to plan my personal, family and social events and time first- otherwise it is so easy to lose yourself in work and that is not sustainable. I make sure to schedule in some exercise too. I use some strategies to help me have some sense of routine despite the very varied work and travel schedule that comes with my role. For example, I prepare my gym bag, my lunch and my clothes the night before, so I can rehearse my day and be ready to start fresh in the morning. I always have my books downloaded ready on my audible app, so I use any driving, or waiting time to listen to my favourite books. I try to be productive rather than busy, so I use systems to help me use my time well. I watch inspiring clips on TED Talks and on Youtube whilst I am exercising and that helps me reset and refocus. I have specific times I check emails and social media, to allow me to be productive during the day and I do my phone calls on my mobile during my lunch walk. I start my day early. No day is the same, but usually the first thing I do is We have dedicated go out on a silent, meditative walk, taking the dog out at the same time. This helps me be in the present moment and gives me a grounded and months to perfecting our positive mindset for the day ahead. Whenever possible, I like going early carefully planned Patient into the office to start in a calm mode and get organised before all the Journey which takes others arrive. I make sure to take a break by taking a walk, or going for a every client on their very coffee outside the office. I use 3-minute mindfulness breaks throughout own Vie Aesthetics the day- people around me usually don’t even realise I am doing it (try it, experience. it is gold!) Having an open-door policy with staff helps cultivate a positive and healthy environment at work and having regular briefings and a clear structure of meeting across helps top-down and bottom-up communication. This helps keep job satisfaction levels and positive vibes in the workplace. In the evenings, I always make an entry in my gratitude journal, and I write any worries or tasks on a sheet of paper before going to bed. This helps me reflect and relax- and empty my mind. And I when everything else fails, I use the good old “Tomorrow is another Day” to maintain and regain perspective.

Advertorial Vie Aesthetics In our multi-award-winning, doctor-led clinics in Harley Street London, Essex, and Germany, you will find the latest advanced medical and cosmetic solutions for face, body, hair, and wellness. Under the guidance of our Medical Director, Dr. Ioannis Liakas, our team of skilled medical practitioners work together in helping you to achieve your image and personal transformation goals, supporting you all the way. Vie Aesthetics is a CQC-regulated, Save Face-accredited medical establishment. We provide safety, excellence, and openness, alongside our award-winning customer care and personalized treatment plans. Our celebrated signature packages include the VIELift, VieStem Face and VieStem Hair, which sit well alongside treatments using Laser, LED light, Carboxy, EM, HIFU and FatFreezing technologies. This, plus our Life Coaching, our 360-degree Medical Weight Management Clinic, and our advanced Medical Skincare, defines our holistic approach and offers you complete care under one roof.

Vicky Grammatikopoulou Founder & CEO CEO Vicky founded Vie Aesthetics in 2013 and has seen the company grow into one of the most respected and forward-thinking aesthetics clinics in Europe. A tireless worker behind the scenes, Vicky is passionate about safety, ethics and customer experience, and she has received multiple “entrepreneur of the year” nominations for her work. Prior to Vie Aesthetics, she ran her own language school and held prestigious roles as an educator and university lecturer.

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Dr. Ioannis Liakas Medical Director Medical Director Dr. Ioannis Liakas is a shining gem in the aesthetics world. Prior to becoming an industry leading practitioner, he worked for the NHS for more than 20 years. As an award- winning aesthetician, he has appeared on TV and in print to educate consumers on safety and the latest medical innovations. Among his growing list of accomplishments, he is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP), an Honorary Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary Medical School, and a Member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine. He is also extremely personable and helpful. During consultations and free reviews, Dr. Liakas takes time to listen to your concerns and explain procedures in detail. With Dr Liakas, you are in very safe hands, indeed.

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ENDOPEEL What is Endopeel? The revolution in non-surgical body-toning and face-lifting is here. If you dream of a fuller bum, more youthful knees, or a toned six-pack, then the Endopeel could be the treatment for you. The Endopeel is one of the most exciting and significant advances in anti-ageing and body sculpting. It is a non- surgical procedure that dramatically lifts virtually all areas of the body and face by repositioning soft tissues and increasing muscle mass. With Endopeel, you can literally say goodbye to common problems such as: ➢ bingo wings ➢ jowls ➢ saggy tummy ➢ man boobs ➢ jelly belly ➢ ageing neck ➢ saggy knees, and many more At Vie Aesthetics, we were delighted to be the first clinic to bring this treatment to the UK and you can now find it in all of our clinics. Owing to its success, it has been widely championed in the national press and has taken the celebrity world by storm. How does Endopeel work? The Endopeel is a unique technique that uses an oily patented “lifting” solution, which contains carbolic acid and peanut oil acid. When injected into an area of loose skin tissue and muscle laxity, this solution creates a selective, reversible, pointed “chemical myolysis”. To put that simply, your skin and muscles in that area are tightened, thus reversing the signs of ageing. With Endopeel, no fillers are injected, nor anything else that creates volume. Instead your body’s tissues, including muscles and skin, are reshaped and repositioned to where they once were during a more youthful period of your life. As a consequence, the results look 100% natural, too. Endopeel can be used for facial concerns and goals such as forehead lift, nose tip elevation, the jowls, lower chin, and the neck. It can also treat problem areas of the body, such as the gluteus area (bum lift), in the thighs, in saggy upper arms (bingo wings), the chest area and the tummy area.

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Face Treatment Our skilled doctors perform only the best non-surgical procedures for restoring lost volume, lifting the face, or reshaping facial features. Whatever your goals, hopes or aspirations, we are here to help. General

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Regenerative Treatment R egenerative treatments, also known as autologous treatments, use a patient’s own reparative abilities (i.e. through stem cells and tissue) to treat and reverse a wide number of concerns, from hair thinning to loss of volume caused by ageing. These types of procedures not only represent an exciting future for aesthetic medicine, they are also perfect for vegans and allergy sufferers given nothing alien enters the body. The risk of side-effects is also virtually nil. At Vie Aesthetics, we are proud to be pioneers of autologous treatments.