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Issam Alnajjar – Baree

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Just over one year after he released his debut single “Hadal Ahbek,” which quickly changed his life forever and launched him into the global mainstream, Jordanian pop phenomenon Issam Alnajjar drops his debut album, Baree? [Innocent? In English], out today—listen HERE. 360 Magazine is amazed how worldwide artists are impacting different audiences in every corner of the world.

The 14-track album features the worldwide viral hit, as well as several re-imagined versions of the song and nine new tracks, all written and recorded by the buzzing 18-year-old singer/songwriter and inspired by his journey of unprecedented success over the past year. Not to mention, Baree? includes his latest hit—“Si Tu Vuelas (Hadal Ahbek)” featuring Mexican superstar Danna Paola and Brazilian artist, DJ, and producer Alok—watch the video released earlier this week HERE.

Over the course of the past year, “Hadal Ahbek” has amassed over 46 million Spotify streams and 3 billion sound views on TikTok, while the official video has garnered 13 million views and the live performance video has over 90 million views. Following the original release, Issam teamed up with Loud Luxury and Ali Gatie on their collaboration “Turning Me Up (Hadal Ahbek),” which has 22 million-plus Spotify streams to date. The song peaked on the Billboard Dance/Mix Show Airplay Chart at #19 and Billboard Canada CHR/Top 40 Chart at #5, where it has been in the Top 10 for ten weeks. Not to mention, he joined forces with R3HAB for “Hadal Ahbek” (R3HAB Club Remix), and then followed it up with two new singles, “Mn Gheirik Enti” and “Hada Ghareeb” featuring Palestinian-Chilean artist Elyanna.

The 18-year-old singer, songwriter, and guitarist has made history with “Hadal Ahbek,” as it is the first Arabic song to explode worldwide as a viral #1 hit. Upon release, the track peaked at #1 on Spotify’s US and Global Viral 50 Charts and Shazam’s Top 200 Global Chart, as well as reached Top 20 spots on Apple Music’s Global Hits and Viral Hits Playlists. On the international stage, it hit #1 on Spotify’s Viral Chart in 25 local markets, including UK, Canada, Germany, France, and Mexico, and #1 on Shazam’s Top 200 Chart in 24 local markets. The irresistible bop has arrived as a cross-continental anthem and cements Issam Alnajjar as an international artist to watch in 2021. You can learn more about Issam’s story HERE.

BAREE? TRACKLIST:

“Baree”

“Leil Wara Leil”

“Taawadt Aleiki”

“Hada Ghareeb”

“Deer Balak”

“Haddi”

“Eetmeh”

“Ghalta”

“Mn Gheirik Enti”

“Hadal Ahbek”

“Ma Bitdoom”

“Turning Me Up (Hadal Ahbek)” feat. Loud Luxury and Ali Gatie

“Mahla El Ouyoun”

“Si Tu Vuelas (Hadal Ahbek)” [Alok Remix] feat. Danna Paola

Miami Design District – Fashion Strikes Cancer

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Miami Design District Hosts Sixth Annual Fashion Strikes Cancer! The Miami Design District is proud to host its sixth annual Fashion Strikes Cancer event series in support of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Founded and led by fashion visionary, stylist, and breast cancer survivor, Angeles Almuna, this year’s events will honor Executive Leadership Life Coach and cancer survivor, Gisela Lowenstein. 360 Magazine is excited for an event like this to do so well because an important cause is happening.

Miami Design District’s series of events will kick off tomorrow with a Pink Dome Lighting & Dance Ceremony; followed by a Sunset Yoga Class on Thursday, October 14th; a Live Concert by MISO on Friday, October 22nd; and lastly, a Charity Rapha Bike Ride and Run/Walk on Sunday, October 24th. In addition to the series of events, various tenants including Ximena Kavalekas, The Kingdom, and MIA Market will also be participating in the neighborhood’s efforts to support the BCRF in their own unique ways. Furthermore, Fashion Designer and Illustrator, Valeria Krasavina of Fine Frenchie, will be designing 300 ‘Think Pink’ T-Shirts and Tank Tops, created exclusively for Fashion Strikes Cancer, which will be available to purchase for $35 via Fine Frenchie’s website: HERE; 100% of the purchase price will go towards the BCRF.

Please find in the link below a media alert with additional information on all partnerships, as well as, this year’s Fashion Strikes Cancer full program schedule. If you would like to learn more about Miami Design District’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month efforts, purchase tickets to any of the events, or donate to the cause, please visit the link HERE.

Omaha Steaks – Holiday Gifts

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As you plan your holiday gifts, I wanted to share some suggestions from Omaha Steaks, which has over a century of experience and wisdom to pass along this holiday season – from gift-giving expertise to an array of easy-to-prepare, high-quality meals bringing people around the table. Some examples are below:

Even when seasons change, you don’t need to put the grill away, so gift the special people in your life with the best holiday grilling packages from Omaha Steaks: the Gourmet Holiday Grill Out ($99.99) and the Ultimate Holiday Cook Out ($129.99). They have everything you need for the best grilling of the holiday season, including a mix of filet mignons, boneless chicken breasts, flavor-packed burgers, gourmet jumbo franks, all-beef meatballs, scalloped potatoes, signature seasoning, and decadent caramel apple tartlets.

The Holiday Surf & Turf Meal ($159.99) features a full spread of favorites from land and sea in one great collection perfect for any meal this holiday season. Loaded with butcher’s cut filets, tender lobster tail skewers, loaded baked potatoes, mini baguettes with garlic butter, signature seasoning, and scrumptious chocolate molten lava cakes, you can’t go wrong. 360 Magazine is getting hungry hearing about these options for the holidays!

Send someone special (or gift yourself) the Holiday Spiral Sliced Ham Dinner ($169.99), including all the fixings for a comfort food-filled gathering. Celebrate with an 8 lb. spiral-sliced ham, smashed red potatoes, steakhouse creamed corn, mini baguettes with garlic butter, and the best-ever sticky toffee pudding.

Other delicacies are on the website, including favorites like build-your-own packages and the brand-new chocolate peppermint mousse cake! The fifth-generation, family-owned company offers a wide variety of the finest quality beef and other gourmet foods, including seafood, pork, poultry, slow cooker and skillet meals, side dishes, appetizers, and desserts, perfect for holiday meals and gifts.

Harley-Davidson Museum this October

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The Harley-Davidson Museum has been an anchor of the Menomonee Valley neighborhood since its opening back in 2008. The H-D Museum is also a proud sponsor of Valley Week, which aims to showcase some of the fantastic ways to experience nature, destinations, and the Menomonee River Valley’s fascinating history in the heart of Milwaukee. As a part of the festivities, the Harley-Davidson Museum is thrilled to present an outdoor movie night on Friday, Oct. 1.

Bring the whole family down to the H-D Museum for a screening of Trolls World Tour for the Valley Week finale. Pack a blanket or chairs to get cozy under the night sky. Come early to have the kids take a spin on an H-D® IRONe™ electric balance bike, nab a (temporary) tattoo or grab a bite from MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant.

But the family-friendly fun doesn’t stop there. Beginning Saturday, Oct. 16, the ever-popular engineering merit badge program returns for in-person, hands-on experiences. And don’t fret, the virtual program remains a popular option for scouts from around the country on Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings. 360 Magazine is thrilled to see these events in reality during the spooky season.

And just in time for Halloween, Milwaukee’s favorite haunt, MOTOR, brings back Skulloween on Oct. 28. The night will feature live music, raffles for Harley-Davidson® gear, and more shenanigans for ghouls who just want to have fun! Dress up to win the costume contest and go home with a $250 Harley-Davidson Museum Campus gift card! Don’t miss out!

PROGRAMMING / EVENTS

Valley Week Outdoor Movie Night

Friday, Oct. 1, 6 – 8:30 p.m.

Bring the whole family down to the Harley-Davidson Museum in the Valley for an outdoor screening of Trolls World Tour and more fun activities as we celebrate another successful Valley Week!

Grab some dinner, drinks, or snacks from MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant for dine-in or carry-out to pair with the movie or check out the refreshments available outside. Enjoy kids’ activities prior to the film, including H-D® IRONe™ Ebike demos and airbrush tattoos.

Skulloween

Thursday, Oct. 28, 5 – 9 p.m.

Head to one of Milwaukee’s most popular haunts, MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant, for a celebration of all things black and orange! In addition to food and drink specials from MOTOR, Skulloween Bike Night will feature live music and raffles for Harley-Davidson® gear. Those who dress to impress will have a chance to win bragging rights in our costume contest. The costume with the most votes at the end of the night will win a $250 Harley-Davidson Museum Campus gift card!

Annual Pass

Looking for interesting things to do and ways to fully enjoy our programs and exhibits? The Harley-Davidson Museum’s new Annual Pass offers individual, family, and VIP levels to fit your lifestyle. Just some of the perks of the new Annual Pass include admission discounts, free admission for children under age 18, merchandise discounts at The Shop, dining discounts at MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant, and more.

Plus, if you purchase an Annual Pass in 2021, those pass holder perks can be enjoyed all of 2021 and 2022. Visit H-D Museum.com to see complete ticket details for exclusions and other terms and conditions.

Engineering Merit Badge (Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.)

All scouts are welcome to come to earn their Engineering Merit Badge at the Harley-Davidson Museum! This experience will be partially facilitated as scouts explore the history of Harley-Davidson as well as the engineering of motorcycles as they complete the nine merit badge requirements. Advance registration is required. Program registration closes one week prior to the scheduled program date. The ticket includes a Downloadable activity booklet used for the program, a partially facilitated program, a blue card signed by the facilitator (one blue card per scout registration), and an exclusive H-D Museum® patch.

Scout Virtual Engineering Merit Badge (Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. and Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.)

This new 90-minute online program is open to scouts from all over the country. Our program facilitator will guide the troops and explore the role an engineer plays while creating a Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle. Nine requirements for the Engineering Merit Badge will be discussed during this virtual, interactive program. Advance registration is required. Program Fee: $20 per Scout, which includes an activity booklet used during the program and a special H-D® patch upon completion of the program.

MUST-SEE EXHIBITS AND INSTALLATIONS

Revolution Max Engine (on display now)

The brand-new Revolution® Max 1250cc engine powers a new generation of Harley-Davidson motorcycles. See the liquid-cooled, 60-degree V-Twin that delivers for the Pan America™ adventure touring model and the performance cruiser Sportster® S motorcycle. On view in the Museum lobby.

Clubs & Competition (on display now)

In the early part of the 20th century, motorcycle culture was a homegrown phenomenon. It grew out of the passion of riders for their evolving sport. The camaraderie that developed around riding and attending competitive events led to the formation of motorcycle clubs that hosted destination rides, family picnics with motorcycle games, and other riding competitions.

The newly reinstalled display case in the Clubs & Competition gallery highlights clothing from club members from primarily the 1930s and 1940s. The clothing selections on view include full dress uniforms, shirts, sweaters, jackets, and caps, customized by the owners with their club name and logo, and pins or patches indicating membership in the American Motorcyclist Association. The H-D Archives™’ collection includes Motorclothes® apparel sold in H-D® product catalogs but also non-H-D produced clothing items that have been proudly customized by riders.

Experience Gallery: Model Year 2021 Harley-Davidson motorcycles (on display now)

Always a favorite photo opportunity for riders and non-riders alike, the H-D Museum’s Experience Gallery has been refreshed with five 2021 Harley-Davidson motorcycles –including the all-new Pan America™ and the Sportster S!

Harley Fox (on display now)

Gail Anderson’s 1986 Softail® Custom motorcycle, “Harley Fox,” built by her partner Bob Burrows, took top prize at the first Ladies of Harley® (LOH) ride-in show during Daytona Beach Bike Week in 1987. With her custom bike and themed riding gear, Anderson presented a striking image that fit the growing visibility and exciting new options for women riders in the 1980s.

Alfonso Sotomayor’s 1957 Model FL (on display now)

The Harley-Davidson Museum is proud to announce its collection has recently grown with the addition of a 1957 Model FL that was ridden by famed Mexican stunt rider and racer Alfonso Sotomayor Canales.

Harley-Davidson’s history in Mexico dates back to at least 1913. In the 1920s, the brand was more frequently spotted throughout Mexico City as the motorcycles proved popular with the local traffic police who would also perform stunts with their Harley-Davidson® bikes. After racing from the 1930s into the 1960s, Sotomayor launched his own stunt riding career by performing the famed “Salto de la Muerte” or Jump of Death. Learn more about Sotomayor’s feats of derring-do and Harley-Davidson’s early entry into Mexico with this new display located in the Custom Culture area.

“Off-Road Harley-Davidson” (on display now)

In the decades before America paved its highways, early riders had to be prepared for all sorts of terrain: sand, clay, or dirt – and wandering those makeshift byways were Harley-Davidson® motorcycles. Today, it’s called off-road or adventure touring; back then it was just called riding. Since 1903, Harley-Davidson motorcycles proved their toughness by riding over wooded hills, through stone-choked creek beds, and up mountainsides. “Off-Road Harley-Davidson,” tells the history of motorcycles designed for rough roads, the people who rode them, and the adventures they shared.

“Building a Milwaukee Icon: Harley-Davidson’s Juneau Avenue Factory” (on display now)

A recently recovered cache of architectural drawings includes plans for the original Juneau Avenue facility. The pencil drawings, along with archival photographs, demonstrate the whirlwind pace of the company’s early growth. While building an international business—going from producing just over 1,000 motorcycles in 1909 to manufacturing 27,000 motorcycles in 1920—the company’s Milwaukee factory experienced near-constant expansion. Construction through this relatively brief period created the buildings that today, a century later, are still the proud home of Harley-Davidson.

“Building a Milwaukee Icon” provides a snapshot of Harley-Davidson’s formative years and illustrates a chapter of Milwaukee history when the city was known as the “Machine Shop to the World.”

Google Arts & Culture, “An Amphibious Sidecar Tour of the Salton Sea” (on display now)

100 years ago, John Edwin Hogg and Phillip Johnston visited the Salton Sea. Their exploits earned detailed coverage in the September 1921 issue of “The Harley-Davidson Enthusiast™” magazine due to the unexpected role their Harley-Davidson® motorcycles played in the adventure.

MOTOR® BAR & RESTAURANT

MOTOR® Bar and Restaurant are now open seven days a week – including dinner service on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays! Whether you’re hankering for an authentic all-you-can-eat Wisconsin Friday fish fry or just want to reconnect with your “virtual” colleagues, MOTOR provides the perfect backdrop to toast great food and good times. Plus, October’s bands for Saturday’s BBQ & Blues are scorchers.

10/2/2021 No BBQ & Blues (private event)

10/9/2021 Steve Cohen

10/16/2021 Craig Baumann

10/23/2021 Robert Allen Jr. Band

10/30/2021 Blue Highway Duo

Hotel Motto Opens in Vienna

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MOTTO Group, a Vienna-based lifestyle hospitality brand, announces the opening of Hotel M OTTO in the heart of Vienna on October 2, 2021.

Hotel MOTTO is a stylized study in Renaissance and Baroque architecture with the interiors rendered in Art Deco geometric lines and accented with industrial grit. The 83 rooms and 8 suites showcase fabric-covered walls with floral patterns; custom-designed carpets and tiles are inspired by the framework of the original vintage furniture, and the herringbone hard-wood flooring is seen throughout the property. Every piece of furniture has been tailor-made for the hotel: from the brass door handles to the in-room lighting concepts have been crafted for each individual space. Central to the new property is the restaurant Chez Bernard – Restaurant et Bar, which offers a menu of eclectic dishes, a curated natural wine selection, and an extensive cocktail program.

The open-air rooftop garden and bar provide unobstructed views of the city and the adjacent vineyards while, on the ground floor, the on-property boulangerie and patisserie ‘MOTTO Brot’ invoke memories of both Vienna and Paris with a traditional outdoor terrace the locals call ‘Schanigarten’. The exciting mix of opulence and simple modernity turns every space into a work of art, including the private fitness and sauna rooms as well as the meeting and event spaces with their cozy break-out living rooms that spill into the hotel’s foyer.

“Hotel MOTTO is a locally-rooted visual story. I wanted to combine the traditional Viennese architecture with the glamour of 1920s Paris, but infuse the design with some personal design touches inspired by the Scandinavian comfort and the Japanese ‘WABI SABI’ culture.”, says Bernd Schlacher, owner and creative director of the MOTTO Group. In addition to the popular, ’MOTTO am FLUSS‘ restaurant, a homonymous catering service, and the MOTTO Brot bakery, Mr. Schlacher, originally a restaurateur from Styria wanted to add a unique hospitality concept to his portfolio.

The historic building has housed hotels for over three centuries with the first property, The Golden Cross, opened in 1665. The Golden Cross morphed into Hotel Kummer in 1872 and became a social hub for artists, painters, sculptors, writers, actors, and musicians who gathered for coffee, wine, and Austrian delicacies in the hotel’s public spaces. In 1904 the building was refurbished by Ludwig Schwarz, who preserved the original slanted corners and the oversized columns that frame the lobby and entryway to the hotel. The décor of the upper floors was especially elaborate and the interiors have been partially preserved to this day, even after the allied occupation of post-World War II Vienna when the hotel was taken over by the French from 1945 to 1955.

The architecture is infused with Renaissance and Baroque nods layered with elements of the gothic and byzantine styles: towers and domes as well as the configuration of the façade, originally constructed by the top artisans of the Vienna Artisan Craft movement, are fully preserved and play a pivotal role in the layout of the property. In the realm of classical music history, Hotel MOTTO was the birth home of Josef Strauss, son of the famous composer Johann Strauss, who called the hotel home in 1827. In addition, Hotel Motto’s latest iteration, Hotel Kummer, was the setting of the celebrated John Irving’s novel The Hotel New Hampshire. 360 Magazine is impressed with the interior design of the new hotel and excited to see how the turnout will be for the hotel.

The on-property restaurant, Chez Bernard – Restaurant et Bar, occupies the top two floors of the hotel and sits under a gargantuan glass dome, a new addition to the original building by Arkan Zeytinoglu Architects. The brilliantly lit restaurant presents diners with a curated menu of modern Austrian dishes with French and North African influences. Chez Bernard is also an organic restaurant rooted in the idea that the ultimately culinary experience must also be a sustainable one using local, seasonal, and organic products; sourcing natural wines from continental Europe; and repurposing the leftover stale bread to brew its own beer.

The interior design of the restaurant is reminiscent of 1920s Paris with artfully arranged botanicals framing the contemporary art collection on display. The luxurious green leather booths are juxtaposed with modern wooden tables to achieve a stylish yet cozy living room atmosphere. The unexpected touch lies in the green oasis on the wrap-around roof terrace that houses a 40-seat bar and additional lounge seatings with a superb view over Vienna’s rooftops.

An overnight stay for a double room starts at $359. Further information is available at www.hotelmotto.at.

Machu Picchu Exhibition

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World Premiere Exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru, to Open October 16th at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. South Florida is the First Stop on an International Tour Featuring 192 Priceless Andean Objects and the First-Ever Virtual Reality Expedition of Machu Picchu.

The new blockbuster experience will feature the first-ever virtual reality expedition of Machu Picchu, recorded in 2020 during the unprecedented closure of the site during the pandemic. World Premiere Exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru, to Open October 16th at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. South Florida is the First Stop on an International Tour Featuring 192 Priceless Andean Objects and the First-Ever Virtual Reality Expedition of Machu Picchu. On Saturday, October 16th, the eagerly anticipated Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru open its inaugural stop of the upcoming global tour at the Boca Raton Museum of Art.

The world premiere engagement will encompass the entire museum. This exhibition features the most impressive collection of Andean gold and silver artifacts to ever travel the world, alongside technological breakthroughs in virtual reality. After its limited run in Boca Raton, the exhibition will leave the U.S. to embark on an international tour. Tickets at BocaMuseum.org/Golden. The unprecedented Virtual Reality sights and sounds of Machu Picchu, captured during a rare time in history when the UNESCO Heritage Site was closed during the pandemic.

This all-new, immersive museum experience will transport visitors to the jewel of the only cradle of civilization in the Southern Hemisphere, the Incan city of Machu Picchu ‒ voted one of the new seven wonders of the world. Many of these stunning 192 priceless artifacts are from royal tombs, including spectacular objects that belonged to noble Andean lords, some of which have never been seen before out of Peru. This collection of art of ancient America is on loan from Museo Larco in Lima, Peru, and Museo de Sitio Manuel Chávez Ballón in Aguas Calientes, Peru.

The experience will also feature the first-ever virtual reality expedition of Machu Picchu, recorded in 2020 during the unprecedented closure of the site during the pandemic. It was the first time in recent history this majestic City in the Sky was completely empty, filmed using state-of-the-art drone-VR technology. “It is an honor to premier Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and to partner with such esteemed cultural institutions to bring this exhibition to the United States,” said Irvin Lippman, Executive Director of the Boca Raton Museum of Art.

“We look forward to introducing South Florida and the world to the wonders of Machu Picchu and the power and beauty of the Inca civilization for what promises to be a memorable exhibition,” said Irvin Lippman, the Executive Director of the Boca Raton Museum of Art. The groundbreaking virtual reality motion chairs are fully equipped with premium multi-sensory stimulation features: high-resolution six degrees of freedom (6-DOF) VR headsets, haptic feedback on the backseats, scent dispensers, and 360-degree rotation. “Through this unprecedented experience, visitors will come face-to-face with history in a whole new way,” said Executive Chairman & Group Chief Executive Officer of Cityneon, Ron Tan. “We are excited to bring to the market this immersive exhibition for guests to encounter the ancient cultures who lived in this impressive fortress 7,000 feet above sea level in the Andes Mountains.”

The groundbreaking virtual reality motion chairs are fully equipped with premium multi-sensory stimulation features: high-resolution six degrees of freedom (6-DOF) VR headsets, haptic feedback on the backseats, scent dispensers, and 360-degree rotation. These breathtaking virtual reality vistas of the mythical landmark are a passageway for museum guests on an astonishing journey to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. 360 Magazine is excited to see how this movie is filmed.

Andean societies dominated a substantial segment of South America for over 3,000 years through the reign of the Incan Empire. Visitors will behold the marvels of engineering that sheltered a truly spiritual civilization and the ornate riches they once cherished. Nestled in a cloud forest, this great Inca Empire’s enduring symbol of architectural prowess is protected by twin sacred mountains and is invisible from below. Further adding to its unrivaled beauty, the flourishing landscape of Machu Picchu has restored much of the original biodiversity that it enjoyed in Incan times through a recent reforestation initiative.

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru will showcase Peruvian culture’s rich histories and traditions to the public like never before. Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru will showcase Peruvian culture’s rich histories and traditions to the public like never before. Guided throughout the exhibition by Ai Apaec, a mythical Andean hero, visitors will gain a window into transformation through the forces of nature that result in his death and subsequent rebirth. In this exotic land, nothing is fixed and beings can change from one form to another.

Throughout this dramatically staged expedition, the sounds of roaring jaguars, screaming macaws, and torrential rainfall surround visitors as they unravel the mysteries of Andean cosmology and marvel at the sophistication of Andean artists. Throughout this dramatically staged expedition, the sounds of roaring jaguars, screaming macaws, and torrential rainfall surround visitors. “We’ve been working around the clock to bring to South Florida a truly awe-inspiring exhibition,” said President of World Heritage Exhibitions, Anthony Tann.

“A production like this has never before been on tour. Beyond the stunning collection of Andean artifacts, the team delivered a virtual reality experience that will make you feel as though you are walking through the stone fortress at Machu Picchu.” The exhibition will start its limited run in Boca Raton before leaving the U.S. and embarking on an international tour. Ticket prices start at $19.95.

A portion of every ticket sold goes to the Inkaterra Asociación, a non-profit organization vital to the conservation of the Amazonian forests, and to the Ministry of Culture of Peru. Follow #BocaStrikesGold on social media for ongoing announcements about special events. Cityneon presents the exhibition; it is produced by World Heritage Exhibitions.

Tik Tok × Covid-19

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With 732 million users worldwide, TikTok, a trending video-sharing platform, is one of today’s most popular social media networks. During the lockdown, the app’s short and amusing videos drew a lot of attention, but it was not long before cybercriminals took advantage of TikTok’s fame for their own gain.

According to the data presented by the Atlas VPN team, TikTok was the most impersonated app in Covid-19 related to Android app scams in the first half of 2021. There were a total of 88 TikTok copy-cat apps detected spreading FakeApp malware.

Malicious applications impersonating organizations that give out free laptops to students were also highly prevalent. There were 37 bogus Android laptop registration applications detected in H1 2021.

The third spot on the list is occupied by apps impersonating vaccine registration channels. Overall, 14 such malicious applications were found in the first half of this year. 360 Magazine is surprised to see this research about Tik Tok, which is widely used internationally.

Fake apps often imitate the login pages of the official apps to harvest users’ credentials and other personal data. They are typically distributed through third-party app stores, but on occasion, fake apps make it to the official Google Play store as well.

Ruth Cizynski, the cybersecurity researcher and writer at Atlas VPN, gives advice on how to recognize fake applications: “What makes fake apps so dangerous is that they are typically designed to look exactly like an official app, making them hard to spot. The best defense consumers have against falling prey to fake app downloads is knowing what to look out for. Reading the app‘s reviews, taking some time to research the developers, and reading the permissions agreement are just some of the things consumers should do before proceeding with an app.”

Apart from fake apps, cybercriminals have launched multiple other cyberattacks leveraging the global pandemic, including phishing campaigns, malicious URLs, as well as malware. While cyberattacks were widespread across the world, some countries suffered more than others. In total, 35.9% of such threats affected the United States in the first half of 2021. Other highly affected countries include Germany (18.9%), Colombia (10.5%), Italy (3%), and Spain (2.5%).

Difference Between a Good vs a Great Vacation

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Eager travelers are increasingly convinced that getting the right help when planning a vacation is priceless in today’s confusing travel atmosphere.

Andra E. of Indiana completed her first Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park getaway in July with Austin Adventures, a Montana-based boutique tour operator. Between the pandemic and a cancer diagnosis, her journey to the perfect vacation wasn’t easy. Austin Adventures sympathetically navigated multiple rebookings for her. The result? Her highly anticipated trip exceeded expectations.

“We were looking forward to not having to make all the decisions and arrangements while exploring a large and beautiful part of the country. What we got was a great trip with guides who were knowledgeable, personable, and thoughtful. They planned out the meals and activities; they truly handled every detail. We were completely spoiled! (The Austin Adventures) team has been nothing but kind, helpful, and accommodating.”

COVID-19 aftereffects rage on in the travel industry in the form of volatile border reopenings, record-setting crowd numbers in National Parks and worldwide iconic destinations, and availability shortages due to the soaring travel comeback.

But planning experts like Active Adventures and Austin Adventures, newly merged brands as of August 2021, are proving their worth by easing the stress of traveling in today’s era.

“Our numbers are definitely showing that travelers are anxious to get back out there,” said Dan Austin, Founder of Austin Adventures. “Between January and September, we’ve seen a 200% increase in travel inquiries compared to the same period in pre-pandemic 2019. Bookings are also breaking records, up 130% over 2019.”

Active Adventures and Austin Adventures have covered all the bases of vacation planning and execution for over 60 collective years. In the last year, their time-tested expertise has proved priceless as more and more travelers turn to professionals for travel planning help.

Professionals and agents find partnering with a reliable tour operator just as valuable. Kristin Cless of Houlahan Travel concurs: “As Travel Professionals, we are extremely concerned about the safety of our clients when they are traveling. Working with Austin Adventures takes all the guesswork out of that process. We know the great lengths they go to ensure the safety and well-being of their clients and it is a huge weight off our shoulders.”

The menu of helpful services offered by tour operators and travel professionals is endless:

They are travelers’ number one fans and advocates. Operators and professionals are there to clean up the pieces when previous vacation plans have been destroyed and they can provide an extra layer of protection when facing confusing rebooking and cancelation conditions. What they always want for travelers is a seamless, stress-free experience from start to finish!
Operators and professionals alike serve as the eyes and ears on the ground at clients’ desired destinations. They are nimble navigators, in tune with the ever-changing environment, and they are vital insiders’ resources into border openings, restrictions, and inventory. When plans seem bleak, operators and professionals have a plan B, C, D, and are more ready to fill in last-minute requests.
Years of operating and finding time-tested good practices result in genuine expertise on how safe travel really works. Whether there is a global pandemic or not, operators and professionals know what it takes to pull off a safe vacation.
All logistics are handled and mapped out for groups of all traveler types: Families, adults, couples, and solo adventurers. Operators and professionals can round up all the details needed to plan high-end requests and distribute the information and paperwork needed for each traveler, making it easy to check those items off the planning list. Travelers who may have relied on their own independence when planning their getaways in the past are also increasingly recognizing the priceless value travel professionals and agents bring to the table. Having professionals and agents on their side amplifies travel planning security and confidence.

360 Magazine is excited to see so many travel options and to enjoy active adventures. The future of travel and all the requirements and planning that come along with it may continue to evolve, but help from travel professionals and tour operators is here to stay.

Maine’s Harvest on the Harbor Returns

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Harvest on the Harbor returns November 4-6, 2021 with multi-day food, drink, and Maine-maker events. This year’s main events will take place at O’Maine Studios on Danforth Street with fringe events at select Portland-area locations. A plan for virtual festival components is in the works and details will be announced later this month.

In light of the ongoing pandemic, this year’s celebration of Maine’s farmers, fishermen, distillers, and food community will require proof of vaccination or negative COVID tests at the events. The Meet Your Maker and OysterFest at O’Maine studios will take advantage of the venue’s large garage bays and courtyard space, allowing for plenty of airflow and movement. All events are designed to keep the health and safety of everyone in mind.

Tickets are on sale now at harvestontheharbor.com

Meet Your Maker – Friday, November 5 at 5:30 pm

A collaboration with the Maine Distillers Guild; a community of Maine distillers will gather under one roof for the ultimate tasting event. The event will feature Maine-made gins, vodkas, bourbons, rums, and more, accompanied by food pairings from Pemberton’s Gourmet Foods to complement the selection of spirits. 21+ Ticket price $60

Maine OysterFest – Saturday, November 6, two sessions, 12:30pm & 4pm

In partnership with Maine Oyster Company, this event features the choicest oysters from up and down the coast of Maine. Tickets include oysters and beer from Allagash Brewing Co. and Austin Street Brewery, and Los Dos Cava Spanish sparkling wine. While slurping and sipping, guests will have the chance to learn about this burgeoning Maine industry and meet the farmers. 21+ Ticket price $80

Cocktail classes

Three of Strong Spirits – Wednesday, Nov. 3 @ 4 pm

While many people only think of rum as a cheap mixer for a glass of Coke or as an overly sweet, frozen drink, rum is a complex spirit with a great cocktail range. The knowledgeable team at Three of Strong will guide attendees through a tasting and demonstration of two cocktails.

Maine Craft Distilling – Thursday, Nov. 4 @ 3 pm and 5 pm

This hands-on educational class offers the two basics of cocktail making – one shaken and one stirred. Attendees will use Maine Craft Distilling’s tools and ingredients to make two different cocktails. Enjoy the cocktails with bites sent out from the kitchen and a tour of the distillery.

In-person events require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test for all staff, partners, and ticket holders. Full details are online at harvestontheharbor.com

Planned virtual events include the OysterFest, with options for overnight shipping or pick-up of special oyster kits, a Zoom author talk with the people behind the Maine Bicentennial Community Cookbook on November 4, and more. 360 Magazine is interested to see how this event is coming back this year.

2021 HOTH sponsors include Bangor Savings Bank, Norway Savings Bank, Diageo, The Maine Oyster Company, Allagash Brewing Co., Austin Street Brewery, Winebow, Los Dos Cava, Pemberton’s Gourmet Foods, O’Maine Studios and Eat Drink Lucky.

Africa’s Newest Hotel Openings

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Go2Afric a is pleased to share the new openings and private experiences travelers can look forward to in 2022. With an entire team of African-born and raised specialists, including seven named Conde Nast Traveler’s Top Travel Specialists in 2021, travelers are in excellent hands. Whether it is your first trip to Africa or you are planning to get further off the beaten path, travelers can start planning now with confidence that every detail from A to Z will be taken care of, including Covid-19 protocols, with 24/7 on-safari support. 360 Magazine is very excited about this opportunity as more restrictions have been lifted.

Africa is filled with once-in-a-lifetime bucket-list experiences. Unique opportunities await from hot-air balloon flights over the vast herds of the Great Migration to trekking into the secret emerald world of the rainforests, to encountering gorillas and family-friendly whale-watching and world-class scuba diving. Go2Africa’s team of experts has been committed to building first-hand knowledge since 1998. 100% of the revenue stays in Africa to support local communities and conservation projects to protect these unique places for future generations.

“One of our core values at Go2Africa is resilience, and I’m proud to say we’ve dug deep over the past 18 months to come back stronger than ever,” shares Maija de Rijk-Uys, Managing Director of Go2Africa. She adds “Each week there are new domestic or regional flights being added within Africa, and the announcement of international routes reopening from the USA to both Kenya and South Africa has helped increase our US client base from 65% to 76%. We’re now seeing bookings from US clients at pre-COVID levels, and these clients are helping to keep safari lodges operating, aid in vital conservation and sustainability initiatives whilst traveling with a purpose.”

New Hotel Openings for 2022

South Africa: The Homestead, Nambiti Private Game Reserve Opening Early 2022

South Africa: Leopard Sands River Lodge, Gate to Kruger National Park Opening Early 2022

Kenya: Sanctuary Tambarare Opening June 2022

Namibia: Wolwedans Star Bed Experience Launching June 2022

Serengeti, Tanzania: Ubuntu Migration Camp Re-Opening June 2022

Mozambique: Banyan Tree Hotel & Resorts’ Ilha Caldeira opening Q2 of 2022

Private Experiences

With a focus on the outdoors, exclusive safari homes, personal chefs, and private guides make Africa a desirable and safe destination for 2022. Go2Africa organizes exclusive and one-of-a-kind tailored trips that allow travelers a personalized and private experience, so you can avoid the crowds and enjoy the scenery and wildlife. Below is a sample of the most unique and new private offerings available for 2022.

Travel Bubbles at African Bush Camp

African Bush Camps have recently launched exclusive-use/private guided safaris for their camps across Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe known as ‘Travel Bubbles’. The ability to exclusively use any of their 16 bush camps and receive a personal experience allows guests to explore safely and avoid other travelers. It’s a safari home-away-from-home, – a true authentic novelty.

Mwiba, Offers New Helicopter Trips Launching June – August 2022

Ultra-private Mwiba Lodge is nestled discreetly among gigantic boulders overlooking a rocky gorge of the Arugusinyai River in a private 130,000-acre reserve in the southern Serengeti. This fertile landscape has over 30 freshwater springs passing through it, making it a favorite locale for elephants, kudu, and lions. The incredible new scenic helicopter experience is a private flight over the reserve for up to three hours over remote locations offering spectacular birds-eye wildlife views. The Mwiba concession has a number of natural springs that attract an abundance of plains game and predators alike, especially during the calving season of the annual Wildebeest Migration from about January to March.

A Remote Workcation Experience in Seychelles

Trade-in your home office for an exotic island escape where you can enjoy a blend of vacation and work on a daily basis. This new program is perfect for professionals who are interested in a nomadic lifestyle and allows them to work in Seychelles for up to one year. Seychelles offers travelers an amazing experience where safety is the top priority.

Escape to The Galapagos of Africa: São Tomé and Príncipe

As the second smallest economy in Africa, São Tomé and Príncipe cover two islands and several mostly uninhabited islets in the Gulf of Guinea. It is a true escape from the modern world. This is a perfect destination for eco-tourists looking to explore ‘Lost Worlds’ with fantastic beaches, jungle exploration, snorkeling, fishing, and bird watching.