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  • In an Eternal City with Unlimited Food Opportunities, Hotel de la Ville has you covered

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jul 5, 2019

    Rome, Italy- 24 June, 2019: Last month saw the very anticipated unveiling of Europes' newest 5 star hotel, the Hotel de la Ville in top of the Spanish steps in the City of Love Rome, Italy. The launch was hugely successful and the hotel has been sold out for the next few months. I had the great pleasure of staying there for several days and enjoying all of what it has to offer, including it's incredible dining options. Rome is a city with unlimited food opportunities so it...

  • British-Italian Hotelier Sir Rocco Opens a Romantic, Sensational Roman Hotel

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jul 5, 2019

    Rome, Italy, June 24 2019- The famed Spanish steps in Rome, Italy was the home of the launch of the latest 5 star hotel in Europe. The Rocco Forte group has launched their latest addition, Hotel de la Ville on top of the famous Spanish steps in Rome on May 24th,2019. This has been a long- awaited unveiling and the hotel does not disappoint one bit. The unveiling was done in the perfect summer in the heat of tourism in possibly the best time of the year for such a grand...

  • The Biggest sporting event in the world just took place over the weekend and it was a thriller!

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jun 26, 2019

    Move over FIFA, Wimbledon, Basketball, American Football and the rest. The biggest sporting event in the world, which took place over the weekend, is none of these, but actually a Cricket match between India and Pakistan! And it's happening during the preliminary rounds of the Cricket World Cup in Manchester, United Kingdom on Sunday. And it beats all the rest! The FIFA World Cup Final last year between France and Croatia had roughly 1.5 billion viewers. Yet this standard,...

  • DPA GIFTING SUITE BRINGS A TOUCH OF HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR DURING THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jun 6, 2019

    For the most glamorous film festival in the world, the Cannes International Film festival, DPA was the host of a celebrity-gifting suite. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products. Held in the legendary Intercontinental Hotel, Cannes a watering hole for many a star, dubbed as "Palace of the stars", the Cannes Gifting Suite was attended by number of celebrities and PR influencers. This year's...

  • "Happiness: Capitalism vs. Marxism" Less Than the Debate of the Century Between Jordan Peterson and Slavoj Zizek

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jun 6, 2019

    Touted as the "Debate of the century", the bout between Jordan Petersen and Slavoj Zizek was less than eventful. Termed "Happiness: Capitalism vs. Marxism", young minds gathered in Toronto to determine who could win over the audience with their wit and might. Regretfully, neither seemed to hit the mark. The fault lies in the topic itself. In essence, none of the speakers actually addressed the topic "Happiness". Neither Capitalism nor Marxism leads to happiness. Any...

  • 10 Reasons Why Narendra Modi Won the Indian Election, 2019

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 26, 2019

    Here are 10 reasons why the current prime minister of India, Narendra Modi will be sworn in for a second term as a result of his victory in the general elections of 2019: Modi Leadership- for the first time in 72 years, Indians are truly proud to be Indian. This is due to Modi's great standing as a global leader and India's ascent as a real force to reckon with. Vladimir Putin recently awarded him the highest national honor in Russia. Prior to that, he was also given national...

  • If Modi is Re-elected India's PM, it can only be Good for Trump and the United States.

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 23, 2019

    With an Indian general election outcome looming in the horizon, the US must reflect on what this means for its relationship with India moving forward. The outcome of world's largest democratic exercise will have repercussions for the US. Whatever you may think of President Trump, it is apparent that he has a strategic ally and genuine counterpart in India. PM Modi and President Trump share a warm and genuine friendship and have mutual respect for each other. This is a far cry...

  • 'A Culinary Journey through Asia', Curated by Famed Chef and Restaurateur, Helene An

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 16, 2019

    April 29- Beverly Hills-The Beverly Wilshire Hotel was host to the UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation's signature event, Taste for a Cure held on Friday, April 26. This year's theme is 'A Culinary Journey through Asia', curated by famed chef and restaurateur, Helene An, of House of An and Crustacean Beverly Hills. Taste for a Cure unites the entertainment and epicurean communities and consistently ranks among the top ten culinary events in Southern California. This year's...

  • Ten Reasons Why Modi Will Be Re-elected as Prime Minister of India

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 7, 2019

    Here are the 10 reasons why I think the current prime minister of India, Narendra Modi will win a second term and be victorious on May the 23rd, in the Lok Sabha elections. My prediction is that his party, the BJP will sweep the required majority in the parliament, 272 seats by itself and Modi will be sworn in again as the new Prime Minister of India: 1. Modi leadership For the first time in 72 years, Indians are truly proud to be Indian. This is due to Modi's great standing a...

  • An Oasis in the desert- GBK's Luxury Lounge at the Coachella Music Festival

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Apr 25, 2019

    April 12th, Indian Wells-This Festival season, GBK, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company hosted an exclusive celebrity Luxury lounge in honor of the 2019 Coachella Music Festival. Held at gorgeous resort in Indian Wells, The Miramonte Indian Wells Resort and Spa, this year the guests were treated to a lavish array of gifts and services. The guest list included Bands, Singers, DJ's and Performers from Coachella's 2019 lineup along with Top Actors and...

  • Jay Leno, Jon Voight, and Israeli Model Esti Ginzburg Raise Money for Medical and Ambulance Charity

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Mar 13, 2019

    Beverly Hills, CA- (March 1, 2019)- The stage was set. 1000 guests gathered at the Beverly Hilton to mark the 1st Annual United Hatzalah of Israel Gala. A historic achievement indeed to have so many guests, many from Israel, to get together to celebrate an amazing organizations' contribution to saving human lives. United Hatzalah is the largest, free, volunteer-based emergency medical services organization based in Jerusalem, Israel. Its mission is to provide immediate...

  • Emirates Airline flight from Dubai to Los Angeles Takes 17 hours. What Does a $8000 airline seat feel like?

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Mar 13, 2019

    At almost 17 hours, the Emirates Airlines flight from Dubai to Los Angeles on Airbus A380 is one of the longest flights in the world today. So I wanted to take the liberty of reviewing this Premiuim Emirates flight from DXB to LAX. The flight was on time and as soon as I was escorted to my seat, I was offered a glass of Champagne which I graciously accepted even at 9.00 is in the morning! Its just one of those things you do when traveling in style. The cabin crew then...

  • Over 20 Oscar Nominees Celebrated their Nominations at GBK's Exclusive Luxury Gifting Lounge

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Mar 8, 2019

    Over $50,000 in gifts were given out at GBK Production's Annual Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge, held at the Opulent St. Supery by Chanel on Rodeo Drive which included Past and Present Oscar winners such as Spike Lee, Peter Farrelly, & Mahershala Ali, Viola Davis and other first-time winners. On Friday February 22 and Saturday February 23, Gavin Keilly, CEO of Hollywood's premiere Celebrity Luxury Gifting Lounge company, GBK Productions, hosted an exclusive Pre-Oscar Lounge in honor...

  • Doris Bergman's 11th Valentine's Day Romance Oscar Style Lounge and Party Rocks Fig and Olive

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Feb 28, 2019

    For the most awaited award seasons of the year, the Oscar Awards, Doris Bergman was once again the sponsor for the highly anticipated 2019 Pre-Awards gift suite. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products. Doris Bergman Suites, a leader in celebrity gifting was founded by Doris Bergman, whose vision was to show her genuine appreciation to well deserved TV and Film artists who have inspired and...

  • DPA Dazzles Again to Honor the 2019 Oscar Award Nominees at the LUXE Sunset Boulevard Hotel in Westwood

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Feb 28, 2019

    2/23, Los Angeles--For one of the most awaited award seasons of the year, the Oscar Awards, DPA was once again the sponsor for the 2019 Pre-Awards gifting Suite. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products at the LUXE Sunset Boulevard Hotel in Westwood. DPA, a leader in celebrity gifting was founded by Nathalie Dubois- Sissoko, whose vision was to show her genuine appreciation to well deserved TV...

  • What in your Oscar Swag bag? Distinctive Assets "Every One wins" Nominee gift bag is a sure winner!

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Feb 27, 2019

    The awards season has just ended and undoubtedly one of the most exciting aspects is the award gifting bags and event. In honor of the academy awards, leading event management company Distinctive Assets is presenting the nominees with the "Everyone wins" nominee gift bag. Distinctive Assets have been independently producing these bags for almost 20 years and this year they bring the standard to a whole new level. Lash Fary, the founder of Distinctive Assets states: "Our goal...

  • GBK Honors GRAMMY's Biggest names at Luxury Gifting Lounge

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Feb 20, 2019

    Los Angeles- February 15, 2019 -- This Award season, GBK, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company honored the 2019 GRAMMY Award Nominees and Presenters by hosting a Nominees and presents Luxury Oscar gifting lounge. GBK partnered with STK and the W Hotel for a private two-day luxury celebrity gifting lounge party. STK is a unique concept that artfully blends the modern steakhouse and chic lounge into one – offering a dynamic vibe dining experience w...

  • A Volatile and Vulnerable Global Film Market Gathers at Cannes, 2018

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Photo|Updated Jul 6, 2018

    Lights, Camera, Action!!! Usher in the most prestigious film festival in the world- the 71st Cannes Film Festival. Except that this year something was very different. There was no Hollywood in attendance. No stars, no glamour, no Weinstein Company. Possibly in the 71 years of the festival, never has there been a quieter festival and market. Journalists, cinema lovers and industry folks would agree that this was a very bizarre year indeed. Something was missing. The reasons...

  • GBK Premiere BET Gifting Event honored the 2018 BET Award Nominees

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jul 4, 2018

    This Award season, GBK, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company honored the 2018 BET Award Nominees and Presenters by hosting a Nominees and presents Luxury Oscar gifting lounge. Held at gorgeous studio space nestled in Los Angeles, appropriately so, this year the guests were treated to a lavish array of gifts and services. This Awards season saw luxury lifestyle brands being showcased. One of the main sponsors of this years lounge was 24K-Blue Nun, a...

  • Dpa Gifting Suite Brings A Touch Of Hollywood Glamour During The Cannes Film Festival

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated May 30, 2018

    Cannes, France- May 19th, 2018-For the most glamorous film festival in the world, the Cannes International Film festival, DPA was the host of a celebrity-gifting suite. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products. Held in the legendary Intercontinental Hotel, Cannes a watering hole for many a star, dubbed as "Palace of the stars", the GAURA Cannes Gifting Suite was attended by number of...

  • What's Inside Your 2018 Awards Season Gift Bag?

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Mar 9, 2018

    Award season has just ended and this year saw a very competitive award gifting suites. One of our favorites is of course the Annual Distinctive Assets Awards Season Gift Bag! As a leader in celebrity gifting since 2002, Distincve Assets have been independently producing hese bags for the past 15 years and this year they bring the standard to a whole new level. Lash Fary, the founder of Distinctive Assets states: "Our goal is not to increase the value every year. A great gift h...

  • Doris Bergman's 10th Annual Valentine Romance Oscar Style Lounge & Party Rocks! Fig & Olive

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Mar 2, 2018

    West Hollywood, California- February 24th, 2018-For the most awaited award seasons of the year, the Oscar Awards, Doris Bergman was once again the sponsor for the highly anticipated 2018 Pre-Awards gift suite. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products. Doris Bergman Suites, a leader in celebrity gifting was founded by Doris Bergman, whose vision was to show her genuine appreciation to well deser...

  • GBK ushers in the New Year with the 2018 Golden Globe Celebrity-Gifting Lounge

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jan 20, 2018

    Los Angeles- January 2018, The Golden Globes marks the beginning of the Award season, and this year is proving to be a remarkable, highly contested award season in the world of entertainment. GBK, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company honored the 2018 Golden Globe Nominees and Presenters by hosting its Annual Nominees and presents Luxury gifting lounge. Held at a luxurious 5- star hotel, The Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills, appropriately so. This year...

  • Ringing in the near year with the Golden Globes Luxury gifting suite

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Jan 12, 2018

    DPA hosted their fabulous DPA Talent Lounge in Beverly Hills at the LUXE Hotel on Rodeo drive in honor of the Golden Globe Awards 2018. Los Angeles, CA. January 3rd, 2018- Out with 2017 and in with 2018! This New Year celebration begins with ringing in the 2018 awards season. For the most prestigious award seasons, the Oscar Awards, DPA was once again a benchmark for hosting the 2018 Pre-Awards Gifting Suite. This year the premiere Media company DPA set out to honor nominees,...

  • Special Events Mavens GBK, Honor Music's best at 2017 Pre-AMA Luxury Gifting Lounge

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Updated Dec 2, 2017

    Beverly Hills, November 2017- The "Pre-AMA" American Music Awards recently honored the best and brightest in the Music industry. Among the fanfare and festivities, nominees and performers and celebrities alike were treated to a luxurious Hollywood Style Gifting lounge at a private residence in Beverly Hills. GBK is a premiere special events company that is renowned for giving their clients maximum exposure with top Hollywood celebrities. But their events are so much more than...

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