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ALINA R CABRAL

Publisher/Editor/CEO

Alina R Cabral is the Publisher and Editor -in -Chief of Upscale Living Magazine. Mrs Cabral has spent most of her career in the media; from designing and publishing magazines, to overseeing the running of her publishing company. "There is nothing more fulfilling than seeing a publication that you have helped start from scratch grow into a success. The economy has taken its toll on many beautiful magazines, fortunately for us, we've been able to carefully manage our budgets to get us through this lean times.I am a firm believer that things happen in our personal & business lives for a reason, and if we take them, study & analyze them, we will be successful in whatever we do in life." When Mrs. Cabral is not working, she is enjoying time with her family, her pets and friends.

NATALIE KING

Design & Travel Executive

Natalie graduated cum laude from UMass Boston. Her interests include fashion, interior design and travel. An appreciation of design is a reflection of her families love of renovation and restoration projects. Beginning her career as a model. Natalie has continued her relationship with photographers, and now collaborates as an art director on editorials to showcase luxury residences, resorts and fashion. Natalie divides her time between Boston and her families country home in North Carolina, where she currently renovate a 19th century southern plantation. For this issue, Natalie has worked with custom home builder Cindy Stumpo, Pauli & Uribe Architects, designer Michael De Paulo, the Mandarin Oriental Boston and Cambridge Beaches Resort in Bermuda.

KATHRYN J. ADAMS

Copy Editor

Kathryn is the copy editor for Upscale Living Magazine. She has been involved in the fashion industry for twenty years as a model. Mrs Adam is also a talented & avid writer who puts her foot forward to bring to our readers a unique experience through her writing. Kathryn enjoys working with people and spends her time with her lovely family in Marion.

KASEY GRENON

Multimedia Correspondent

Kasey Grenon is a fresh face with an Appetite to perform. With a degree in Broadcast Journalism from Emerson College, Kasey has received the tools she needs to succeed in the media. Her training began at a very young age when She was selected to represent her peers for Radio Disney in Boston as their "Kid Correspondent" Grenon became host of the nationally syndicated talk show "Kasey's Korner" for six years. The show featured interviews with celebrities including Beyonce Knowles, and Destiny's Child, Jessica Simpson, Hollywood legend Mickey Rooney, members of the New England Patriots and many more, all before the age of sixteen. Most recently, Casey has joined the Upscale Living Magazine family as our Multimedia correspondent, her fresh outlook and knack for knowing our Upscale Living readers' interests will surely make her an asset to our team.

KAREN HOLLY BERLINER

Journalist

Karen Holly Berliner is a seasoned freelance journalist with a true love and flare for luxury food, wine and travel writing. Her passion for journalism coupled with her appreciation and driving interest in food and luxury travel, coupled with an insatiable wanderlust to boot, inspires her to explore this big world and bring back her finds to the local reader. Her work has been featured prior in English Magazine, Simply The Best Magazine, Downtown NYC Magazine, Singular Magazine, Los Angeles, Westchester Magazine, Bergen County Magazine, New Jersey Life, Edible East End (The Hampton’s), Social Life (The Hampton’s), No. 3 Magazine, NYC, Ocean Style, Gladys national glossy magazine, Haute Living and the NY Journal News among other publications. She offers expertise in niche travel markets such as getaways, luxury resorts, cultural itineraries, spa finds and culinary & wine treasures. From local spa escapes to 5 Star Caribbean Resorts and Hotels, native New Yorker Karen Berliner will happily share her luxury travel experiences with you. “Let me describe your paradise” she urges her readers, old and new.

FRAN GRENON

Travel Photographer

Fran has been a professional photographer for over thirty years with the last twenty years spent specializing in weddings, portraits and events. Recently, Renton ventured out into the yacht racing and sports photography field, and is widely recognized for his creative work. Accomplishments include the title of official photographer for the Buzzards Bay Regatta. Marion to Bermuda Cruising Yacht Race, the 2006 Shields National Championship and the 2006

Etchels North American Championship.

DAVID J. BOTELH

Fashion Photographer

David's portfolio includes fashion magazines, books, wedding photography, board of tourism print work in Kissimmee and St. Cloud Florida, along with several independent film projects and commercials. His appreciation of style and fashion is reflected in all of his work; where elegance can be seen in each of his images. David is very personable and loves what he does. "Your work

should be a reflection of who you are." www.davidjbotelho.com.

KAY H. FERNANDEZ

Freelance Writer

A former magazine editor, an award-winning freelance writer based in Ormond Beach, FL. Raised in Orlando B.D. (Before Disney), she specializes in worldwide travel, food & wine, and the arts. She is a member of Society of American Travel Writers, American Society of Journalists & Authors and International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association.

LISA GOODMAN

Industrial Designer

Emma has been a journalist for almost eight years and is currently based in the beautiful city of Bath in the UK. Her main passions in life are luxury travel, gourmet food and fine wines and spirits, and sharing her discoveries through her writing. She has travelled extensively across the globe, as well as within the UK, visiting around 20 countries in the past three years alone. Emma's work has been published in regional publications in the UK, as well as on numerous websites. She also has a thriving blog which attracts an international audience. In her spare time Emma enjoys cooking and planning her next adventures. She lives with her partner.

HENRY HOLDEN

Journalist

The author of over 900 magazines and newspaper articles appearing in national publications such as Private Pilot, Planet & Pilot, Aviation & Business Journal, and World Air News. He has been a commentator on the History Channel, and is the published author of 34 non-fiction books, including 18 children's books.

KELLIE K. SPEED

Freelance Writer

A freelance writer with many years of editorial experience in regional publications. Her pieces have been featured in numerous magazines. She specializes in Restaurant Reviews, Celebrity Interviews and Travel Features. Her work is greatly admired amongst readers.

CAROL PATTON

Journalist

A freelance journalist from Las Vegas. Carol's work has appeared on numerous websites and in more than 30 different publications such as AARP, Hometown Heroes (Harper Collins) and Today's Diet & Nutrition.

NEIL MACMILLAN

Writer

A New York based freelance writer where he currently resides with his wife Peggy and two cats. Neil is a Civil War re-enactor (Union Infantry) and a Navy veteran of the Gulf War.

VALINDA ALMEIDA

Freelance Writer

A prolific writer who has contributed to numerous publications, Almeida wrote a series of international travel handbooks for a large global corporation. She resides in Florida with her windsurfing husband and miniature poodle.

RAY CHATELIN

Travel Journalist

Ray Chatelin has wan awards for travel journalism, screenwriter and classical music criticism. He has authored or co-authored fourteen travel books and his work has appeared in a variety of major magazines, newspapers, and websites including National Geographic Traveler, LA Times, Musical America, San Diego Union, Hemispheres, Christian Science Monitor, and Traveling Times Publication, among others. His real passion is golfing the world's greatest courses.

PAUL KANDARIAN

Travel Writer and Photographer

Boston-based freelance travel writer/photographer whose work has appeared in The Boston Globe, Cape Air inflight magazine, Go Caribbean, Yankee and many others. Paul prefers warm weather climates but will go whenever the fun... he means work is....

BROOKS CUNNINGHAM

Travel Journalist and Photographer

Ms. Cunningham has been a travel writer and photographer since 1997. She enjoys getting to the spirit of a place as she believes that most of us travel to step out of our daily lives in order to return relaxed or enthused, calmed or invigorated but always refreshed about life. Sometimes she thinks that her camera actually IS her left hand. She is never happier than when the water is turquoise, the sun is out and the sails are full.

Our Team

About Us

Welcome to Upscale Living Magazine, a glossy quarterly luxury publication recognized as the world's luxury portal magazine in today's market offering our discerning readers a wealth of unsurpassed luxury goods, services and travel solutions from the finest of exclusive advertisers.

Launched in 2004, Upscale Living Magazine delivers to an audience that is both affluent and prominent. Throughout our beautiful and glossy pages, one can find a combination of award-winning feature articles, spectacular and outstanding photography and designs that caters to discerning readers. Flip through our pages, and you will find the latest news in the world of arts & entertainment, boating & yachting, culinary delights, fashion & beauty trends, home decor and architecture, fine jewelry & luxury timepieces, real estate, gadgets. travel & exotic destinations, wine, spirits & fine cigars, and so much more.

With each issue, Upscale Living Magazine brings you the best luxury goods, services, and trends in today's industries; reflecting upon unparalleled understanding of the passion and pursuits of its discerning readers. We are focused on providing our luxury Advertisers with the quality of exposure expected to successfully market their fine luxury goods and services.

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ANTHONY LEYVA ( Tony )

New England Distributor

Anthony Leyva, better known as "Tony" is in charge of the distribution of Upscale Living Magazine. He is the "friendly" face behind the company truck! Tony is from the West Coast (Seattle) and moved to Massachusetts about three years ago. He is a fan of the Patriots, Celtics & Red Sox! He currently resides in New Bedford with his wife and his children.