Most people who know agree that body composition is 80% about nutrition, 10% working out and 10% genetics (which you cannot do anything about).

An easy way to get started in the right direction with your food intake is to take up WHOLE juicing.  Whole juicing is a well kept secret used by celebrities and athletes alike to achieve and maintain the bodies they way.  It’s very easy and simple to do, but might be a little intimidating to get started.  A recent article at Hollywood Blend tells you how to get started so that you can adjust into drinking the best whole juices at a pace that is right for you.

Thai company Eastime Shipping Limited has teamed up with Profit Summit Deluxe Cruise Limited, a Chinese cruise ship operator, to run the service twice weekly, departing from Laem Chabang on Mondays and Fridays at 6:00 p.m.

TAT Governor Mr Suraphon Svetasreni said, “The TAT is delighted that the MV Ocean Dream offers a great new option for travellers to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Gulf of Thailand while offering a different perspective on Ko Samui and an introduction to the joys of Cambodia. It also highlights Thailand’s convenient location and marine transportation facilities in the heart of the ASEAN region. Thailand’s readiness in terms of transportation links and facilities, when combined with creative ideas in tourism, certainly will benefits all countries in the region.”

The 20,000 ton MV “Ocean Dream” offers passengers a full selection of luxury cruise ship amenities on its nine decks, including choice restaurants, clubs featuring a variety of entertainment, a swimming pool, a casino, a movie theatre, a shopping gallery and Internet access. The ship’s 420 cabins accommodate 1,060 passengers. The cost for the 4-day, 3-night Gulf of Thailand cruise is 11,000 Baht per person.

For more information, or to book your tickets for the MV Ocean Dream, please call:
“Ocean Dream” Pattaya Office
Eastime Shipping Limited
75/60-61 Moo 10 Sukhumvit Road, Tugsukla, Sriracha, Chonburi, 10900 Thailand
Mobile: +66 (0) 90 105 1050, and (0) 90 105 1051
Telephone: +66 (0) 3849 1099, (0) 3849 1100
Fax: +66 (0) 3849 2616
Web site (in Chinese): www.ocean-dream.cn

Romance is in the air year-round in New York City, but the cold winter months bring with them a certain magic that’s meant to be shared. Whether you just met, are newly married or celebrating 50 years together, The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, a newly renovated luxury hotel in NYC, is offering a Romance Package that’s perfect for the two of you.

With the Algonquin Romance Package at this hotel near Broadway, you’ll arrive to find two glasses of champagne waiting, and will wake up each morning to complimentary breakfast for two. Between sunrise and sunset — and even after dark — there are plenty of ways to sweep your partner off their feet. Treat them to a shopping spree on Madison and Fifth avenues, a Broadway show, a carriage ride through Central Park, ice-skating at Bryant Park, a breathtaking view from the top of the Empire State Building or dancing and drinks at one of the city’s top clubs or lounges.

No visit to NYC is complete without a romantic dinner at the Round Table, this boutique hotel’s iconic Midtown New York restaurant. The restaurant, named for the group of luminaries who would meet here, is the perfect place to win over your sweetheart. With pre-theater and gluten-free menus, the Round Table caters to every diner, and the dinner menu is filled with everything from beef tenderloin and grilled halibut to rigatoni and profiteroles with chocolate sauce.

If you’re not ready to call it a night, grab a cocktail at this hotel’s Blue Bar or Lobby before heading up to your elegant guestroom, where a luxuriously appointed bed with a pillow top mattress, 350-thread-count sheets, wool throw blankets and fluffy duvets awaits.

This New York City hotel deal is available seven nights a week with a minimum two-night stay. Be sure to enter/mention promotional code ZJ7 when booking online or over the phone.

About The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection
In a city where old and new combine to create something wonderful, the historic Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection has once again opened its doors after a multi-million dollar renovation, translating its charming history and meticulous service for today’s modern traveler. Putting you within walking distance of the city’s major sights and neighborhoods, this 4 Diamond AAA-rated hotel is a convenient choice for business and vacationing guests. Both Grand Central Station and New York Port Authority bus terminal are nearby, as are shopping on Fifth and Madison avenues, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center, Central Park and Times Square. You might be in the middle of it all, but accommodations offer a relaxing retreat with L’Occitane bath amenities, a 37-inch flat-panel TV, complimentary wireless Internet access, iHome clock radio with an iPad docking station, pillow top beds, a well-lit desk, plush robes and room service. After re-opening in 2012, the boutique hotel features a fitness center, two bars, an elegant Library Boardroom with seating capacity for 20 and the reinvented Round Table restaurant, serving succulent American cuisine.

Upcoming star ceremonies for 2012 include Vin Diesel, Scarlett Johansson, Valerie Bertinelli, Jennifer Lopez, Ann and NancyWilson (Heart) among others. For upcoming events, visit www.walkoffame.com, follow
@WOFSTARGIRL on Twitter, or “like” Hollywood Walk of Fame on Facebook.

According to a post over on the site of the Beverly Hills Courier, a good number of luxury hotels in Beverly Hills (are there any other kind here?) have partnered to put on a new fall promotion called “Fall into Luxury” running now through December 30th. When guests stay a minimum of two nights at one of the world-class participating hotel properties, they will receive a $100 hotel credit good towards hotel services (specified below) and a complimentary room upgrade at the time of booking.

Participating hotels include AKA Beverly Hills, Avalon Hotel, The Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows, The Beverly Hilton,  Beverly Wilshire, L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, Lux Rodeo Drive, Montage Beverly Hills, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, and Thompson Beverly Hills.

What a great promotion by the people behind LoveBeverlyHills.com.

Bloggers Note:  I will be in Beverly Hills during November and would be willing to do review stays at any or all of the hotels in this promotion for publication here at LuxuryFitnessFun.com and also over at BellevueBusinessJournal.com.

Delano South Beach Hotel is For Sale

The 195-room luxury hotel, Delano South Beach has been put up for sale according to an article on BloombergBusinessweek, quoting the listing broker, Jeffrey Davis of Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels.

Although the article did not include the listing price or any real details, they did say the estimated value is supposed to be around $1 million per room.

BTW – This crazy entrepreneur in Bellevue, Washington is me, Joe “The Connector” Kennedy.  Is this a crazy publicity stunt or a cunning ploy to get work for a new PR company?

Their tagline is “Probably the Toughest Event of the Planet” – From their website:  Tough Mudder events are hardcore 10-12 mile obstacle courses designed by British Special Forces to test your all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie. With the most innovative courses, half a million inspiring participants, and more than $3 million raised for the Wounded Warrior Project, Tough Mudder is the premier adventure challenge series in the world.

This past weekend there was a Tough Mudder event in southern California and former NFL receiver and UW Husky star Mark Pattison was a Tough Mudder Finisher.  His team included Brian Hart, Michael Huntsman and Michael Blue. He definitely paid the price as you can see by the video below showing him getting shocked by the electric fence.  Kudos on carrying on Mark – and CONGRATULATIONS on becoming a 2012 So Cal Tough Mudder Finisher.

Crystal’s winning score for 2012 reflects thousands of jet-setting readers’ ratings across six areas: service, itineraries/destinations, activities, accommodations, food, and value. The results are published in the renowned magazine’s August issue.

“While we have delighted travelers this year with newly designed spaces, new services, and new value-conscious pricing, we have offered a consistency of experience that is unmatched in our industry,” says Crystal President Gregg Michel. “Travel + Leisure’s discerning readership clearly recognizes the best when they see it, and I couldn’t be prouder of our staff for their generous service, creativity and attention to detail.”

In recent months, Crystal has spent $40 million on stylish redesigns of its award-winning Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, and $100 million in a little over five years. Its Six-Star service, quality, and choices were also enhanced by introducing “All Inclusive” fine wines, premium spirits, and gratuities; partnering with renowned organizations like USC’s School of Cinematic Arts for a complimentary sophisticated filmmaking curriculum; crafting dozens of innovative, maiden port calls and itineraries, including more local overnights and shorter voyages; helping travelers get to and from ships more easily via Crystal’s new Fast Track Check-In and VIP Airport Services; and adding Bistro tapas and casual evening Chinese Comfort Food to a range of gourmet dinner options that includes Nobu Matsuhisa and Piero Selvaggio cuisines. Local European entertainment and experts on board, Elton John and Diva-homage shows, Facebook and iPad classes, 360-day previews of shore excursions, and a new marketing campaign entitled “Begin a New Story” were also introduced to the Crystal landscape this year.

The Travel + Leisure 2012 World’s Best Award joins several other high-profile honors bestowed upon the luxury line since the end of 2011, including Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Service (Large-Ship); Conde Nast Traveler’s Best Mid-Sized Cruise Line (18th year), Cruise Ships (#1 and 2), and Spa; and ground-breaking design awards, including Hospitality Design magazine’s first-ever Distinctive Cruise Design award.

Crystal’s 922-guest Crystal Symphony and 1070-guest Crystal Serenity sail on itineraries of five to 98 days worldwide. For more information and Crystal reservations, contact a travel agent, call 888-799-4625, or visit www.crystalcruises.com .

Detoxing can mean a lot of different things – and it’s always a good idea to check with a doctor that your detox plan is safe. Generally, they involve swapping your usual means for raw fruit and vegetables, organic produce and ‘cleansing’ juices. This is thought to rid the body of toxins, effectively giving your body a fresh start. However, there is currently little evidence to suggest that this is more effective than simply cutting back gradually. What’s more, if you completely return to your previous lifestyle habits after your detox period has ended, then you are unlikely to see any long-lasting results from your efforts. Instead, it can be more effective to make your goals a little more achievable and look at implementing a slightly more balanced diet plan if you are keen to improve your health and fitness in the long term.