Munich has many attractions and they’ve just added one more. BMW Welt – the company’s new delivery center – is a cathedral for BMW fans and architectural enthusiasts. Positioned within the context of Munich’s industrial backdrop, BMW’s latest wonder is a must see.

We can’t wait to visit. Recently Nicolai Ouroussoff of the New York Times wrote a captivating piece on the facility. As he describes it, “[When] the glittering forms of the BMW Welt building appeared, [it] immediately rekindled my faith in architecture’s future. Set against a backdrop of hulking factory sheds and 1970s office towers, the building weaves together the detritus of a postwar industrial landscape, imbuing it with a more inclusive spirit. Its undulating steel forms, suggesting the magical qualities of liquid mercury, may be the closest yet that architecture has come to alchemy…”

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In Tim Ferris’ book, The 4-Hour Workweek, he describes an emerging generation of entrepreneurs as the New Rich. Success for the New Rich is not quantified by traditional wealth standards, instead success has become the amount of day to day freedom they enjoy. Rather than going through the paces of a pre-tracked career, they’re boldly chasing their life’s pursuit. But the big question for this new generation is how do they vacation? What happens when your work becomes your lifestyle? It’s extremely difficult to shut off.

Our recommendation is sports. Combining activities with your vacation is the best way to relax and stay present without your mind wondering back to work. The Cedar House Sport Hotel combines modern design and luxury with outdoor fun. Set in Martis Valley, CA – near Lake Tahoe – Cedar House offers hiking, biking, kayaking, snowshoeing, dog sledding and other guided outdoor activities. Be sure to check them out next time you’re planning a break. Click Read More for additional photos and information.

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Many of us saw Lost in Translation and thought – is jet lag really that bad? Yes it is.

Jet lag, also known as “time zone change syndrome,” is a form of sleep disorder that affects millions of travelers. Not every traveler experiences jet lag, and the intensity and duration of symptoms can vary widely among individuals. But with the right amount of preparation you can minimize its effects and sometimes even prevent it…

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