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MAGA ZI N E T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D SUMMER 2016 ADVERTISER’S GUIDE
GSTAAD’S MEDIA LANDSCAPE G R A N D H O T E L PA R K · 2 9 W I S P I L E N S T R A S S E · C H 3 7 8 0 · T H E A L P I N A G S TA A D · 2 3 A L P I N A S T R A S S E · C H 3 7 8 0 · TEL: +41 33 744 97 00 TEL: +41 33 744 74 80 There are four publications covering W W W. G R A F F D I A M O N D S . C O M the Gstaad region: GSTAADLIFE A monthly English-language magazine December 19, 2014 - Issue 7 – CHF 3.50 excl VAT Anzeiger von Saanen A weekly newspaper in German LUMP-SUM LIMBO Swiss Vote to Keep Status-Quo Gstaad My Love An annual, trilingual glossy magazine Gstaad sur la terre An annual glossy magazine Dienstag, 27. Januar 2015 Nr. 7 AZ 3780 Gstaad 135. Jahrgang Heute Die Zeitung für die Gemeinden Anzeiger» Saanen, Gsteig und Lauenen «Amtlicher HOLIDAY TUNES www.anzeigervonsaanen.ch GSTAAD/SCHÖNRIED Le Rosey: Die Überbauung Erli in Schönried bleibt im Fokus der Privatschule «Die Unterkünfte bei der Sport Lodge sind nur eine New Year Music Festival in Gstaad Zwischenlösung – wir brauchen die Überbauung Erli» Foto: Blanca Burri Das Le Rosey konnte am 1. Januar erst- mals die Sport Lodge beim Sportzent- rum in Gstaad beziehen. Das bringt der Privatschule zwar eine gewisse Entlas- tung, doch der Neubau in Schönried hat oberste Priorität. Christophe und Phi- lippe Gudin, Besitzer und Direktoren der Privatschule, erklären wieso. Philippe Gudin, das Le Rosey hat am 1. Januar die Unterkünfte in der Sport Lodge bezogen. Braucht es den neuen Campus Erli bei Schönried noch? Philippe Gudin (PhG): Ja, unbedingt! REKLAME PhG: Erste Priorität hat das Saanenland. «Die Sport Lodge ist Wenn wir bis im Jahr 2020 im Erli nicht einziehen können, orientieren wir uns zwar sehr wichtig für neu. Falls wir eine neue Region suchen müssen, leiten wir ein Evaluationsver- uns, doch es ist nur eine fahren ein. Alles ist offen. Zwischenlösung.» Wo steht das Projekt Erli heute? Christophe Gudin Sohn und Vater: Christophe Gudin de la Sablonnière und Philippe Gudin beim Rosey-Campus in Ried. PhG: Das Projekt ist bereit für den Bau- start, aber es sind noch Einsprachen hän- gig. Wieso? Grösse des Geländes und somit um das den gesamten Ablauf des Schulalltages eng aufeinander, wir brauchen dringend Christophe Gudin (ChG): Die Sport Angebot an Räumlichkeiten für den Un- umgestalten. mehr Raum, damit wir uns wohl fühlen. Bis wann glauben Sie, diese Einspra- Lodge ist zwar sehr wichtig für uns, doch terricht. In unserem Hauptsitz in Rolle PhG: Die Überbauung im Ried genügt chen bereinigt zu haben? es ist nur eine Zwischenlösung. verfügen wir über eine Fläche von unseren Ansprüchen einfach nicht mehr, Gibt es andere Bauplätze im Saanen- PhG: Spätestens 2017 sollten wir von 28 Hektaren. Dort haben wir im Herbst weil die Diskrepanz zwischen Rolle und land, wo das neue Le Rosey gebaut den Behörden das Einverständnis erhal- Sie haben beim Sportzentrum zwei die Carnal Hall, ein Kunst- und Kultur- Gstaad zu gross ist. Wenn wir im Erli werden könnte? ten. Danach würde während zweier Jahre Doppelhäuser mit Platz für 180 Perso- zentrum, eröffnet, welches unsere Schu- nicht bauen können, müssen wir wegzie- PhG: Nein. Seit zehn Jahren suchen wir gebaut und wir würden spätestens 2020 nen bezogen. Trotzdem ist es nur eine le unglaublich bereichert und deren öf- hen. einen geeigneten Platz. Das einzige einziehen. Zwischenlösung. Wollen Sie die Schule fentliche Anlässe auf positives Echo Grundstück, auf dem sich unser Projekt RALLY QUEEN vergrössern? stossen. Das Gelände in Gstaad ist aber Wieso bauen Sie die Chalets im Ried realisieren lässt, ist das Erli. Können Sie sich vorstellen, dass den ChG: Nein, darum geht es nicht. Seit nur 7500 m2 gross. Wir haben hier keine nicht nach Ihren Bedürfnissen um? Einsprechern Recht gegeben wird? Jahren haben wir 420 Schüler, was für Aula, wenige Kunsträume, keinen Sport- PhG: Wir hätten schlichtweg zu wenig Gibt es alternative Regionen? PhG: Wir haben ein sehr gutes und soli- uns eine ideale Grösse ist. Es geht um die platz und keinen Sportraum. Wir müssen Platz. Die Studenten sind in Gstaad zu PhG: Ja, wir haben zahlreiche Angebote des Projekt geplant. Wir haben es dem aus unterschiedlichen Regionen erhalten. ortsüblichen Baustil angepasst und so REKLAME In Crans-Montana zum Beispiel wurde gestaltet, dass es sich optimal ins Gelän- bereits ein Projekt auf 40 000 m2 entwor- de einfügt, zudem halten wir uns an alle IN KÜRZE fen, das umgesetzt werden könnte. Vorschriften. Ich kann mir nicht vorstel- «MUTTER, HAB KEINE Möchten Sie das Angebot annehmen? Fortsetzung Seite 3 ANGST» REKLAME So heisst das neuste Buch von Nicole Maron. Das Buch zeigt exemplarisch die Geschichte von Zerin, einer kurdischen Interview with Isabelle de Sadeleer Frau, und ihrer Familie, die grundlos beschuldigt wird, terroristische Aktivitäten unterstützt zu haben. Das Publikum im Kirchgemeindehaus Gstaad folgte der Lesung in einer konzent- rierten und fast schon andächtigen Stille. SEITE 5 WINTERSPORT Mit dem Schnee kommen auch die Skirennen. Festveranstaltung Die Nachwuch- mit Lodovico Antinori, 29. Januar 2015 sathleten aus Wir laden Sie an diesem Abend herzlich ein, kulinarische Höchstgenüsse dem Saanenland unseres Küchenchef Marcus G. Lindner und edelste Tropfen aus der Toskana haben an den zu geniessen. Das Fünf-Gang-Menü wird begleitet von der feinsten Auslese verschiedenen von Antinori-Weinen, welche Ihnen vom Marchese von Antinori persönlich Anlässen gute präsentiert werden. Resultate herausgefahren. Cocktail: 19.30 Uhr • Dinner: 20.00 Uhr • Preis pro Person: CHF 440 SEITEN 8–10 Für weitere Informationen stehen wir Ihnen unter T. +41 33 888 98 88 oder event@thealpinagstaad.ch gern zur Verfügung. Alpinastrasse 23, 3780 Gstaad, Switzerland T. +41 33 888 98 88, info@thealpinagstaad.ch Anzeiger von Saanen · 3780 Gstaad · Tel. 033 748 88 74 · Fax 033 748 88 84 · www.anzeigervonsaanen.ch · E-Mail Abonnemente und Inserate: inserate@anzeigervonsaanen.ch · E-Mail Redaktion: redaktion@anzeigervonsaanen.ch T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D 2
GSTAADLIFE & ITS READERS GSTAADLIFE is the only monthly English-language publication in the Saanenland. The integrity of the content mirrors that of its sister publication, the Anzei- ger von Saanen. This unique magazine serves as the link between Gstaad’s high net-worth patrons and the region itself. Gstaad’s inhabitants and regular guests are an exclusi- ve group, representing some of the world’s wealthiest and most powerful families. They have a very strong affinity with the Saanenland, and are deeply interested in local news, politics, glamour, arts, and culture. There is no better way to access these individuals than through GSTAADLIFE. Gstaad is known for its luxurious hotels and chalets, glamour, high society patrons and for being one of the most exclusive ski regions in the Alps. T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D 3
urs von unger g a l l e r y w w w. u r s v o n u n g e r . c o m 4 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION // GSTAADLIFE // ISSUE 7 // DECEMBER 19, 2014 High-end service providers from jewellers to banks such as Graff, Chopard, Adler, de Grisogono, Omega, Mercedes-Benz and Credit Suisse have all advertised in GSTAADLIFE in order to access this special and finely targeted premium audience. T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D 4
DISTRIBUTION GSTAADLIFE is distributed to all luxury hotels in the Gstaad region, to private chalets, to homes throughout the world via subscription, and is sold at all local new- sagents. GSTAADLIFE appears eight times per year and is seasonally focused. Four summer issues span June to August and four winter issues span December to Feb- ruary. 7700 copies are distributed per issue, with a total reach of over 60 000 annually. It has been said that Gstaad hosts one of the highest number of billionaires, per square metre on Earth. T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D 5
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C O M com, www.anzeigervonsaanen.ch, and on the TV-Screens in MÜ ‘The Site’, in Saanen shops and businesses in the region. 033 744 06 03 office@vgminvest.ch gstaad-saanen-site.ch * Le Hameau de Vert Pré * * Le Domaine des Bois * Come and have a look at our show December 19, 2014 - Issue 7 – CHF 3.50 excl VAT Apartments in both residences 23 The new residence “The Hameau Ideally located in the centre of de Vert Pré” is full of charm and Château-d’Oex, “Le Domaine des GSTAADLIFE // ISSUE 2 // FEBRUARY 20, 2015 authenticity. It’s located at the Bois” is close to shops and the edge of an agricultural area, just railway station. This new resi- minutes from the village centre. dence, comprising apartments of This unique location guarantees 4.5 or 7,5 rooms, offers you the optimal sunshine and stunning opportunity to make a good in- views over the valley and sur- vestment and to enjoy a peaceful LUMP-SUM LIMBO rounding mountains. Apartments with 3 to 6 rooms. Very large ter- rasses or balconies for each and happy existence in the heart of the local community life. Large balconies or terraces for Swiss Vote to Keep Status-Quo apartment. Basement garage. each apartment – underground Finished to owner’s liking. 300 parking space. Finished to own- meters from the railway station. er’s liking. Réf. 200 – From CHF 610 000.– Ref. 300 – From CHF 750 000.– Do not hesitate to contact us for any further information. Our office is opened 6/7 days CF Immobilier Compagnie Foncière SA Rue du Village 40 – 1659 Rougemont 6 Tel. +41 26 925 10 00 – info@cfimmobilier.ch T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D www.cfimmobilier.ch 12 GSTAADLIFE // ISSUE 1 // JANUARY 30, 2015
A TRUE FASHION EXPERIENCE IN GSTAAD Indispensable Indulgences Visit Lorenz Bach’s exclusive shop in ADVERTORIALS the Palace for such necessary extrav- agances as Goralska Jewelry, Memo Perfumes and Luxury Cashmere For when you have more to say than what you can pieces by Kadri. Ring in the New Year à la LB You’ll outshine the stars and out-sparkle the champagne present in an advertisement. You may have an this New Year’s Eve when you gild yourself in this gorgeous floor length gown by Chloe or this stunning emerald green lace dress by agenda you wish to display, special product ranges Ermanno Scervino, both available at Bach PLUS DESIGN Sign – along with many more striking en- CREATIVE CONSULTING sembles guaranteed to dazzle! Forget Santa Claus. Thanks to Lorenz REINVENTING TRADITION: or service features that need to be explained. This Bach, you can treat yourself to the holiday Reinventing tradition: the new Alpine Chic gift – or two or three – you so richly de- serve! THE NEW ALPINE CHIC With the newly completed project of the For more than 35 years, Lorenz Bach Each Lorenz Bach boutique offers a spe- cannot always be done in a print advertisement. has graced the Promenade with his cial brand of style designed just for you: Hotel de Rougemont, the architects Claudia Sigismondi and her husband simple philosophy of exceptional The Proto Andrea pair’sdi Santa multidisciplinary Dorotea, have approach combination of local materials and tradi- service and extraordinary Soft, Softer, Softest is evident displayed throughout their creative their talents also in projects– tional craftsmanship, with innovative design clothing. Head to Bach Sign for soft cashmere the Swiss Alps. Claudia brings her vision in terms of solutions and creative décor, sets the work of sweaters with a touch of Fringe “Then A GSTAADLIFE advertorial allows you a half page atmosphere, moodwhereandthey’vecolour, while Plusdesign apart. Originally from Rome, As warm and inviting as an an- Paris”. These modern cardigans will only Andrea worked foruses manyhis spatial years planning in the field of skills and tique chalet, this effortlessly grow softer and sweeter with time... Maison Lorenz Bach – Promenade 81 attention tointerior architecture, detaildesign, to make them a reality. sustainable Now that their signature project Hotel et Rés- architecture, art exhibitions and graphic elegant boutique welcomes Bach Sign – Promenade 47 idences de Rougemont has reached fruition, design, they’ve now opened a new office in the Gstaad region, with their you out of the cold and into Ski Chic Bach’s Bazar Sport – Victoriastrasse 3 company Plusdesign. Claudia and Andrea are ready to meet the the glamorous world of Lorenz Look swell on the slopes this season – check Gstaad Palace Boutique or a full page in our magazine explaining with text new challenges of future work in the region. Their multidisciplinary approach to work is a guideline in their projects, with Bach – where modern classics out the New Bach’s Bazar Sport Shop exclu- www.lorenzbach.com Claudia bringing her visions in terms of atmosphere, mood and color and Andrea and fine details encourage you to ex- sive collection of Bogner and Jet Set! With the newly completed turning them intoHôtel reality,et with his space planning skills and his attention to detail. Résidences de Rougemont, architects plore every corner and fall in love at every They work through every stage of the Claudia Sigismondi and her husband turn. Here you will find pieces that are des- and pictures all you want to get across. Hotels, design process, from concept to comple- Andrea Proto di developing Santa Dorotea now have tined to become the stars of your wardrobe tion, the idea from mood their trademark boards,creative freehandtalent onand sketches display 2D drawings for years to come – including the exclu- in the Swissto photorealistic 3D renderings. Alps. From concept to completion, they work sive pieces that Lorenz has produced only for his boutiques. The result is a style that blends timeless through every stage of the design process Originally from eleganceRome, they luxury, and modern worked for including developing the idea from mood combining sports shops, specialized business and brands with many years local materials in the andoftraditional fields craftsman-boards, freehand sketches and 2D draw- architecture, Lorenz Bach considers fashion ship with innovative design solutions and interior design, sustainable architecture, ings to photorealistic 3D renderings. a game played by very personal creative decor. art exhibitions and graphic design. They rules – rules that you can make have recentlyNow opened that theaproject new inoffice Rougemont The fulfilled, in thehas been result Claudia is a style that blends and Andrea are timeless your own. 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CONSULTING CREATIVE CONSULTING info@plusdesign.ch 58, 58, Route Route de de la la Villa Villa d’Oex d’Oex T +41 26 924 41 43 58, Route de la Villa d’Oex T +41 T +41 26 26 924 924 41 41 43 43 1660 Château 1660 Château d’Oex Château d’Oex d’Oex M +41 M +41 79 +41 79 315 79 315 16 315 16 09 16 09 09 1660 10 M SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION // GSTAADLIFE // ISSUE 7 // DECEMBER 19, 2014 16 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION // GSTAADLIFE // ISSUE 2 // FEBRUARY 20, 2015 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DEVELOPING AN ADVERTORIAL Length of text: Deadline: Information can either be supplied in totality or Up to 250 words for a half Text and pictures must be developed in collaboration with the GSTAADLIFE page, up to 500 words for a furnished two weeks prior editorial team. All text is laid out by the GSTAAD- full page to date of publication LIFE team in the look and feel of the magazine and GSTAADLIFE reserves the right to edit sub- Pictures: Layout: mitted text. Hi-res .jpeg, 300 dpi Performed by the GSTAAD- LIFE team, based on the Editorial services are not included and will be char- Logos: suggestions of the adver- ged separately. Two proofs are included; every ad- .pdf or .ai tiser ditional proof will be charged. T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D 7
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DATES OF PUBLICATION Photo: Photocase – boing SCINTILLATING DIAMONDS IN THE FORM OF SNOWFLAKES Since his very first exploration to Australia The picturesque mountains, rolling hills and within a minimal surround so the luminos- Dates of Publication as a young jeweller, Laurence Graff has looking-glass lakes of this, his home away ity of each individual stone can scintillate Summer issues Winter issues embarked on many extraordinary voyages from home, have inspired the Snowflake like icy white powder brought to life by introducing his fabulous jewels to the collection. the crisp sunlight on the Swiss peaks. wider world. “The way the light reflects here reminds me Delightful, delicate pendants and Taking him from South East Asia to Sin- of the sparkle of a diamond,“ Mr Graff ob- drop earrings, bearing the diamond 24 June 2016 16 December 2016 gapore, the Middle East to the Caribbean, serves. snowflake motif and complemented Mr Graff’s travels earned him a reputation by luscious rubies, sapphires or em- as the “King of Diamonds”. And yet, it was The Snowflake collection draws on this im- eralds are all hand-crafted in Graff’s a land closer to home that captivated his age, using the finest white diamonds to de- London workshop. imagination. pict the silhouette of individual snow- 15 July 2016 30 December 2016 flakes. The quintessential charm of the traditional Swiss mountain village of Gstaad spoke to Within the collection, brilliant Mr Graff from his first trip here decades ago. round cut diamonds are handset 5 August 2016 27 January 2017 FEMININE TASSELS Do You Fondue? WITH A DYNAMIC DESIGN Cheese Specialties in the Saanenland Switzerland is one of the world’s leading (known as moitié-moitié) or the less pun- Swiss Cheese Awards 26 August 2016 17 February 2017 These distinctly feminine and dynamic necklace with accompanying earrings ex- cheese producers, with nearly 500 gent mix of several hard cheeses, fondue tassel jewels unveiled by Graff showcase emplifies the attention to detail required in varieties available. It comes as no is a countrywide staple. Once again, the Gstaad region has been the very best of its atelier’s mastery. the process of colour matching gems. surprise that Swiss national cuisine is honoured for its wealth of excellent Beaded jewellery is said to be the based around this delicious dairy prod- While locals do tend to eat it only in winter, dairy products. oldest form of decoration; the The design of each unique tassel necklace uct. Two main dishes featuring cheese in tourists partake all-year round. But when intricate adornment of a tassel is influenced by a central gemstone. In this Diamond Company Extraordinaire melted form top the country’s ‘to eat’ list freezing temperatures set in, this blend of At the ninth annual Swiss Cheese pendant worn as a talisman, a enchanting collection, for example, a 10.03 Graff is involved in every stage of the jewel- – fondue and raclette. melted cheese, white wine, kirsch, corn Awards in Rapperswil, entries were sacred offering or a symbol of carat cushion cut Colombian emerald, a lery making process - from the sourcing of starch and garlic is one of the best ways evaluated by a large panel of more than status, and remains a 5.89 carat briolette diamond or 21.72 car- each rough stone, right through to the cut- BY ALEXIS MUNIER to warm up. 100 judges from the dairy and catering prevailing style of choice at oval ruby cabochon form the pinnacle of ting, polishing and final setting of each ex- Here in the Saanenland, cows head to the industries, as well as media represen- within unique jewellery the necklace, from which perfectly matched quisite jewel. hills, literally, to take advantage of sweet Just Scraping By tatives and consumers. No fewer than today. gems seamlessly flow within the tassel. alpine herbs, grasses, and flowers in the If you like fondue but it doesn't like you, four local offerings from Schonried Throughout its rich history, Graff is said to summertime. Often produced using an- try a portion of raclette instead. Originally Molkerei and Gstaad Molkerei were se- Graff’s Senior Gemmologists Through meticulous attention to detail an have handled more diamonds of notable rar- cient methods in a giant copper kettle, Alp- hailing from France’s Haute-Savoie region, lected for distinction amongst over 800 spend many months select- exceptional three-dimensional tassel is ity and beauty than any other jeweller. Today, käse is a firm, strong cheese which takes the dish consists of a half wheel of cheese products in 28 categories. ing the jewels to incorporate formed. Graff’s expertise ensures the cen- after more than five decades at the pinnacle on an intensely earthy flavor. When aged heated then scraped piping hot onto boiled into each tassel. For example tral element, from which the finest dia- of the luxury jewellery industry Graff contin- for several years, the cheese is known as potatoes. Bruno Buchs cleaned up in the soft a tantalising ruby and diamond monds, blazing rubies, or hypnotic emeralds ues to push the boundaries of ever-greater Hobelkäse. In the Berner Oberland, Hö- cheeses, with his “Délice de Schön- cascade, creates a sculptural and tactile innovation and excellence. For further infor- belkäse is crumbly and sharp – it’s always Each region has its preferred accompa- ried” placing second. But Buchs’ luck tassel of captivating jewels. mation, please visit served in thinly shaved slices or larger niments; here in Gstaad you’ll most likely didn’t end there–his 100% goat cheese www.graffdiamonds.com. crumbles. find it eaten with pickled cucumbers, on- took seventh place in the very same These pieces are designed to allow the ions, and a selection of dried meats. Sup- category. In the semi-hard category, beauty and brilliance of each jewel to radi- Melts in Your Mouth, Not in Your Hands posedly the vinegar-soaked vegetables cut Erhard Kohli’s herb-encrusted Gstaad- ate. This renowned nominal setting encour- After a day on the slopes, hungry skiers through the grease, helping you digest this er Alpkäse garnered a respectable sev- ages an extremely fluid design. Celebrating can be found gathered around a swirl- calorie bomb. As opposed to fondue, order enth place, with his plain version just this technique, the tassel creates an alluring ing pot of Switzerland’s famous fondue. raclette and at least you’ll be sure to get making the cut at nineteenth place. and sensual movement. Whether a mix of Gruyère and Vacherin your daily vegetable intake. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION // GSTAADLIFE // ISSUE 8 // DECEMBER 30, 2014 13 TRADITIONS // GSTAADLIFE // ISSUE 8 // DECEMBER 30, 2014 9 Photos: Mark Nolan It’s A Jolly Holiday With Julie Saanerin Dame Julie Andrews Kapälliplatz came alive with the sound of She Must’ve Done Something Good and adding a welcome sheen of understat- music on Friday, June 6, when Dame Saanen City Council President Aldo Kro- ed glamour to the village. Julie Andrews was presented with pf officiated the ceremony, during which honorary citizenship of the Saanenland. both English and German were spoken. He Victor/Victorious recalled the generous gifts both Edwards A radiant Andrews, dressed in bright BY ALEXIS MUNIER and Andrews bestowed upon Gstaad, most blue silk blazer, took to the podium and The British actress, singer and writer An- famously the more than 1,000 Christmas was presented with an oversized, framed drews is best known for her roles in films lights she offered in the 1970’s. copy of the honorary citizenship docu- Mary Poppins (1964) and The Sound of ment. Music (1965). As a child star on the Brit- “For 12 years you paid the maintenance of ish vaudeville circuit, she began wowing these delightful Christmas decorations. “I am so happy to now be a Gstaaderin,” audiences with her extraordinary soprano The Julie-Lämpli – as we call them here Andrews smiled, with tears in her eyes. voice and a kind, sincere manner that epit- – can still be seen all over the Saanenland omises Andrews to this day. and are still very much appreciated!” said The open-air ceremony also included the Kropf, with gratitude. unveiling of a sculpture, “Sitting Duck” Let’s Start At The Very Beginning made by Edwards, and generously do- Andrews and her late husband Blake Ed- But Andrews’ commitment to the region nated to the community by Andrews. Mu- wards discovered the Saanenland in the didn’t stop there – for many years she sical entertainment replete with music 1960’s, and quickly fell in love with the appeared at Gstaad’s Grand Slam tennis from both Edwards’ and Andrews’ films place. They soon purchased a chalet, Fleur tournament to hand out the trophies to the was played by local students. Afterward, de Lys, which sits perched above the vil- winners. devoted fans had the chance to greet An- lage. Here, the couple spent countless drews personally at an apéro. time, Andrews calling the village a “last She and Edwards also founded the film paradise in a crazy world”. Andrews in- score festival CINEMUSIC, which ran for Judging by the enthusiasm of the crowd troduced other stars to the area, includ- five years in the mid-1990’s. Andrews used and their roaring applause to her heart- ing Elizabeth Taylor, setting the stage for this opportunity to bring friends like Ro- felt speech, it’s clear the Saanenland is Gstaad to grow into the well-known village man Polanski and Liza Minnelli to Gstaad, just as enamoured of its most beloved it is today. sparking their interest in the Saanenland celebrity resident as she is of it. Julie Andrews‘ Written Response To Her Nomination As Honorary Citizen: 10 PROFILE // GSTAADLIFE 11 T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D 9
CONCLUSION GSTAADLIFE prints more copies per annum than any other English-language publication in the r egion. It is the only non-German monthly magazine covering local news and events, culture, and glamour. GSTAADLIFE is the sister publiaton of the Anzeiger von Saanen. It reports with legitimacy and integrity, provi- ding an in-depth view on local matters. The discreet high net wealth population and patrons of Gstaad subscribe and read GSTAADLIFE. The harnessing of luxury, discretion and elegance are key to the eternal lustre of Gstaad. By perfecting this, Gstaad has become an outstanding jewel of the Alps. T H E E X C L U S I V E M O N T H LY P U B L I C AT I O N A B O U T T H E G O O D L I F E I N G S T A A D 10
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