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'I visited Rafael Nadal's hotel and couldn't believe what it was like'
Active wellbeing is a growing travel trend and there's no better place to get involved than at lifestyle resort Zel Punta Cana, which was recently opened in Dominican Republic. Part of Meliá Hotels and Resorts and created in collaboration with tennis legend Rafael Nadal, the luxurious Caribbean resort offers an idyllic escape with excellent facilities – including a top class tennis centre, naturally. With outdoor pools, a fitness centre and a peaceful spa, we found it to be a real treat for both mind and body. After a warm welcome on arrival, Zel quickly felt like our home away from home – an ethos the resort really prides itself on. Every corner has been meticulously designed to create a serene setting, from the indoor-outdoor dining concept to the plants in orange stone pots and the rattan lamp shades. Our Zel Suite was beautifully decorated, with wooden beams, a palette of orange, cream and blue, warm lighting and abstract woven wall art. The room was airy and bright, with a walk-in wardrobe, a sprawling bathroom with double sinks, a spacious living area and a chic kitchenette. Our private balcony had a seating area as well as a bathtub tucked away in one corner. And we didn't have to worry about losing our room keys as our handy wooden bracelets unlocked our suite. We enjoyed breakfast in the Mediterranean style buffet restaurant Parda, even sipping juice from coconuts cut straight from the palm trees. Zel's Mexican-Greek fusion restaurant Tacorini quickly became our favourite lunch spot, where we tucked into crispy fish tacos, Greek salads and passion fruit mojitos next to the pool. At Neguri, the beach club, guests eat lunch with their toes in the sand. And in the evenings, we indulged in Japanese-inspired dishes at Nokyo. It's fun to watch the chef's culinary acrobatics and the sushi platter and seafood pad Thai were standouts. Head to Silvestre for fine wines with a delicious cheese and cured meat board. With ambient lighting and an elegant interior, the setting is idyllic. A stay at Zel wouldn't be complete without hitting some balls at the tennis centre, and we got a sneak peek before it opens this September. With five tennis courts, four padel courts and six pickleball courts, we served, sliced and smashed our way round the court surrounded by palm trees. We tried some of the other activities on offer and a real highlight was experiencing the thrill of gliding across the waves on a Hobie Cat catamaran. We also laughed our way through a 'pound class' in which we tapped, beat and waved drum sticksaround to music. We tried aerial yoga and paddle yoga, enjoyed a cycling tour through the sprawling resort and braved ice baths to rejuvenate both our body and mind. In between, there was plenty of time to lounge around by the outdoor swimming pools and we hopped in the resort's buggy to nearby Bávaro beach, where we enjoyed the clear waters and sugar-white sand. We also indulged in a massage at AUA spa, so our stay was a perfect balance of sport and relaxation. Rates at Zel Punta Cana start from £299 per night on an all-inclusive basis – see to book. British Airways offers direct return flights from London Gatwick to Punta Cana from around £607.
Times
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Brother and sister jailed over insider trading
A brother and sister have been sentenced to six and five years in jail respectively for insider trading and money laundering after they used his position as a Janus Henderson analyst to break the law. Redinel Korfuzi, 38, a former research analyst at the asset management firm, was accused of using confidential information to which he had access in his City job to trade using accounts held by his sister Oerta Korfuzi, 36, and two other people. Last month, the Albanian siblings were convicted of conspiracy to commit insider dealing and money laundering between December 2019 and March 2021. The Financial Conduct Authority, which prosecuted the case, said the pair had used Korfuzi's access to inside information to 'rig the system to satisfy their greed'. Sentencing them on Friday at Southwark crown court, Judge Alexander Milne said the case 'has elements akin to a Greek tragedy where an individual of some standing is brought crashing down by a fatal flaw . . . You both thought of yourselves as being too clever to be caught out.' The Korfuzis used confidential information on 13 companies including Daimler, Jet2 and THG to make close to £1 million. The insider trading took place at the London flat the siblings shared, taking advantage of working from home after pandemic lockdowns began in March 2020 to co-ordinate the scheme. They used 'short' trades, the term for betting on a share price falling, investing after Korfuzi had obtained inside information such as emails from companies gauging investor interest on plans to raise equity or to sell large blocks of shares owned by existing shareholders, the City regulator said. Korfuzi traded in the shares of those companies on a number of accounts, including those operated by his sister. The FCA detected suspicious activity and the siblings were arrested in March 2021. FCA investigators also uncovered a separate international money laundering operation. It said prosecutors were unable to identify the source of the crime from which the cash derived but the laundering involved deposits made into accounts controlled or operated by the siblings from the UK to Albania. Milne said the scam was 'not a victimless fraud' as insider trading 'diminishes public trust in the integrity of the market'. Two other defendants, Korfuzi's personal trainer Rogerio de Aquino and de Aquino's partner Dema Almeziad, whose accounts were used to execute trades, were cleared of all charges at the trial last month. Korfuzi persuaded the couple to open trading accounts when the personal trainer's business was struggling during the Covid-19 crisis. After they were acquitted last month, Almeziad's lawyer Roger Sahota said: 'There was no evidence that Ms Almeziad knew anything about insider dealing and it is wrong to expect ordinary people to understand or spot complex financial conduct that even professionals struggle with.' Janus Henderson, which manages roughly $380 billion in assets, was not involved in the criminal case or accused of any wrongdoing. The successful prosecution of the Korfuzis follows other positive results for the FCA in court recently, including the Upper Tribunal upholding its ban on Jes Staley, the former Barclays boss.
Daily Mail
4 hours ago
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Bikini-clad Dakota Johnson and Kate Hudson cuddle up on star-studded yacht alongside Tom Brady and more
Bikini-clad Dakota Johnson and BFF Kate Hudson cuddled up for a friendly embrace as they joined other stars such as Tom Brady on a luxurious yacht in Ibiza. The Fifty Shades Of Grey actress, 35 - who has been having a blast on the Mediterranean island in the wake of her split from Chris Martin - showed off her toned figure for a day on the water. Other A-listers were spotted joining in on the fun including supermodel Naomi Campbell in celebration of Saudi Arabian producer Mohammed Al Turki's birthday. Johnson received a hug from Hudson, 46, who stood directly behind her as the pair soaked up the summer sun, while the retired NFL quarterback lounged nearby. Dakota turned heads wearing a skimpy black bikini top as well as matching drawstring bottoms. A black cap was placed on top of her brunette locks that flowed down past her shoulders in natural waves. Kate wowed in a vibrant blue bikini and completed her look with a black cap and fashionable shades. The mom-of-three accessorized her swimsuit with mini earrings as well as flashy bracelets on her left wrist. The Almost Famous actress was seen strolling along the spacious boat while sipping on a refreshing drink in her hand. Hudson later pulled her locks up into a messy up do and was seemingly accompanied by her youngest daughter Rani, six - whom she shares with fiance Danny Fujikawa. Later in the day, Johnson was seen spending time in the shade as she relaxed on a lounge chair in a covered area of the yacht. She was briefly spotted holding a lighthearted conversation with a pal before being joined by a mystery man. He went shirtless with a towel easily wrapped around his waist and leaned over to Dakota who playfully touched his arm bicep. Last month in June, it was reported that the Hollywood actress and Coldplay frontman had officially called it quits after eight years of dating. Kate wowed in a vibrant blue bikini and completed her look with a black cap and fashionable shades Johnson was later seen climbing up a set of stairs on the boat The Almost Famous actress was seen strolling along the spacious boat while sipping on a refreshing drink in her hand Hudson later pulled her locks up into a messy up do and was seemingly accompanied by her youngest daughter Rani, six - whom she shares with fiance Danny Fujikawa Later in the day, Johnson was seen spending time in the shade as she relaxed on a lounge chair in a covered area of the yacht A source told at the time: 'Their relationship has been over for a long time, they just haven't been able to figure out to make it official. 'Dakota held a flame for them to be together because she loved him so much and loved his kids so much.' The insider continued, 'Breakups aren't instant and they continued to breakup and makeup and sometimes things would work when they were away from each other, while they were working because absence makes the heart grow fonder. 'But then they'd get back together and little things just kept adding up to where they weren't right for each other anymore.' They added that Johnson 'is devastated that she isn't going to be around his kids as much anymore, but wants them to know that she is always there for them.' Martin is dad to Apple, 21, and Moses, 19, whom he shares with ex-wife and fellow actress Gwyneth Paltrow. While the source noted that the exes could potentially rekindle their romance, they said 'right now, being separated will do wonders if they were to have any type of future together.' However, a separate insider recently told that Dakota's mom Melanie Griffith believes the breakup was a 'huge mistake.' 'Dakota held a flame for them to be together because she loved him so much and loved his kids so much,' the source added The insider continued, 'Breakups aren't instant and they continued to breakup and makeup and sometimes things would work when they were away from each other, while they were working because absence makes the heart grow fonder' Others mingled with each other on the spacious boat while indulging on tasty drinks to stay cool in the summer weather 'Melanie is desperately working behind the scenes to save Dakota's strained relationship with Chris,' they said The mystery man was also seen laying next to Johnson at one point during the day 'Melanie is desperately working behind the scenes to save Dakota's strained relationship with Chris. 'She's convinced that they are meant to be together and isn't giving up on them. She thinks her daughter is making a huge mistake and needs to meet Chris halfway. Melanie has always felt a kinship with Chris, he's like a son to her.' Tom Brady was another celebrity on board the lavish yacht in Ibiza over the weekend - fresh off his trip to Venice to attend the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez. The sports star showed off her sculpted physique as he went shirtless under the bright sun and sported a pair of black swim trunks. He added a dark green cap on top of his head and completed the overall look by donning a pair of black slip-ons. Brady - who was previously married to Gisele Bundchen - also wore a pair of shades and added a gold-chained necklace around his neck. He was seen sitting in a chair on an open area of the yacht and mingled with both Hudson and Johnson. Tom stayed hydrated in the warmer temperatures by sipping from a large silver water bottle. He added a dark green cap on top of his head and completed the overall look by donning a pair of black slip-ons He was seen sitting in a chair on an open area of the yacht and mingled with both Hudson and Johnson Over the past weekend, Tom whisked himself away to Italy to attend Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's three-day wedding extravaganza. Other celebrities that were in attendance included Orlando Bloom, Kim Kardashian, Leonardo DiCaprio, Oprah Winfrey and Sydney Sweeney. Both Tom and the Euphoria actress were briefly linked during the festivities following reports that the pair partied together in Venice. TMZ also claimed that Brady was seen 'chatting up' Sydney at one point. A source told that the blonde bombshell was the 'most sought after person' at the star-studded event. 'Sydney apparently is the most sought-after person to be around at the Bezos wedding. 'Everyone wants to talk to her and every guy that has been in her presence has talked about how stunning she is in real life,' the insider added. Fans soon went into meltdown not long after the reports first came to light, with some taking to X to share their thoughts. 'Sydney apparently is the most sought-after person to be around at the Bezos wedding,' they said 'Everyone wants to talk to her and every guy that has been in her presence has talked about how stunning she is in real life,' the insider added Tom sported a casual look as he got off the yacht One penned, 'Tom Brady already has everything. If he gets Syd Sweeney he will become too powerful and may be our only chance of beating AI.' 'Tom Brady after retiring a legend & moving on to signing the No. 1 draft pick just hitting her prime,' another shared, and an X user also typed, 'This is the type of greed the Bible talked about.' Naomi Campbell was also seen on board the yacht as she joined the stars as well as Mohammed Al Turki after clarifying their relationship. The pair have been close friends for many years and the supermodel recently jumped to Instagram to pen a sweet birthday tribute to the producer. The beauty brought along her little one for the day on the water and was happily greeted by Mohammed. Campbell was also spotted sharing an embrace with Dakota as she made her way onto the yacht. Naomi opted for a white bikini top as well as a pair of patterned bottoms for the fun outing. She layered the outfit with a sheer white coverup and sported a stylish white hat on top of her locks that flowed down past her shoulders. The pair have been close friends for many years and the supermodel recently jumped to Instagram to pen a sweet birthday tribute to the producer Naomi opted for a white bikini top as well as a pair of patterned bottoms for the fun outing Campbell took to Instagram to pen a 40th birthday tribute to Mohammed and wrote, 'Happy birthday 40th birthday and turn around the sun to my chosen family @moalturki My Mo. 'I'm so proud of all that you've done, all that you're doing, and all that's ahead for you. I'm beyond excited for your next chapter and everything your future holds. Most of all, I'm deeply grateful to have you in my life.' She added, 'I wish you joy, health, love, and every blessing this year and beyond. I know this next season is going to be filled with incredible things, and I can't wait for the world to see it all unfold. 'We love you so much, Uncle Mo. I truly cherish our friendship—and our family-ship,' the star concluded. The large group enjoyed the hot sunshine on the luxurious yacht with some taking a splash in the water. Others mingled with each other on the spacious boat while indulging on tasty drinks to stay cool in the summer weather. Later in the day, Kate styled her blonde locks into a braid which fell down behind her and placed the black cap backwards onto her head. The How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days star also took time to get a tan as she rested on one of the many comfy lounge chairs. Campbell took to Instagram to pen a 40th birthday tribute to Mohammed and wrote, 'Happy birthday 40th birthday and turn around the sun to my chosen family @moalturki My Mo 'I'm so proud of all that you've done, all that you're doing, and all that's ahead for you,' she added 'I wish you joy, health, love, and every blessing this year and beyond. I know this next season is going to be filled with incredible things, and I can't wait for the world to see it all unfold,' Naomi shared 'We love you so much, Uncle Mo. I truly cherish our friendship—and our family-ship,' the star concluded The large group enjoyed the hot sunshine on the luxurious yacht with some taking a splash in the water The How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days star also took time to get a tan as she rested on one of the many comfy lounge chairs Kate flashed a cheerful smile on her face as she conversed with some of the other guests The actress wrapped a blanket around her while showing off yellow binoculars that she held in her hand Hudson continued to stay hydrated while enjoying a pink drink from a clear water bottle Earlier in the week, Dakota was also spotted having a blast in Ibiza - and was also seen mingling with a mystery man Johnson held a small grin as she lightly touched the mystery man's bicep on the boat When she wasn't soaking up the sun or taking a splash, the star layered her bikini with a printed white shirt that was tied into a knot at the front She later took a seat on one of the steps as they continued to have a discussion The boat was near a large cliff in the background as the celebrities spent time by the wavy blue water Earlier in the week, Dakota was also spotted having a blast in Ibiza - and was also seen mingling with a mystery man. The actress talked to one of the guests on the boat as she headed up a set of stairs, and later took a seat on one of the steps as they continued to have a discussion. When she wasn't soaking up the sun or taking a splash, the star layered her bikini with a printed white shirt that was tied into a knot at the front. Johnson also sported a pair of black sunglasses which she removed while talking to Naomi. The group not only had the chance to celebrate Mohammed's 40th birthday, but also officially kicked off Fourth of July weekend on Friday.
