by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Featuring veteran performer Greg Stout — who has gained acclaim for headlining performances in the live entertainment mecca of Pigeon Forge, Tenn. at top venues including Country Tonite Theater, Dollywood, Theatre Of the Stars, Smoky Mountain Opry and Smith’s Family Show — the Greg Stout Show
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Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley goes ‘Presto!’ in the Smokies
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Recently voted “Best Family Magic Show” by the International Magician’s Society, Steven Best Unbelievable Magic is the most dynamic new magic show in the Smoky Mountains, featuring mind blowing illusions, remarkable sleight of hand, and unbelievable feats of mentalism, which truly defy reality. Recipient of the Merlin
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley enjoys the amenities of Pigeon Forge
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Conveniently located in the heart of Pigeon Forge, near the legendary attractions, restaurants and shows on the ionic Parkway, The Grand Smokies Resort and Lodge is known for setting the standard for both hospitality and value in the Smoky Mountains. Offering countless amenities including a heated
Continue readingVictoria was (is) a fashion model
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com CTFashionMag’s “Backstage Pass” columnist Victoria Henley reminds us that before she was a writer, world traveler and entrepreneur, she was a fashion model. The former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant poses for photographs outside of the Society Fashion Week show during Miami Swim Week on July
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley parks in ‘gator country
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Educational, informative, and wildly exciting, the Alligator Farm and Zoological Park is the premiere destination in St. Augustine to learn important facts about conservation, preservation, and to get an up close and personal vantage point of some of the world’s most fearsome reptiles. Featuring thrilling attractions,
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley dives into Miami Swim Week
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Famous for its pristine beaches, non-stop nightlife, and balmy weather, Miami has long remained a sought-after vacation destination for seekers of a tropical paradise from around the world. While Miami has arguably cemented its status as the premiere beach vacation destination, the city is not typically
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley strolls through the Villa Zorayda
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com A historic Gilded Age museum inspired by the Alhambra Palace in Grenada Spain; The Villa Zorayda is an architectural masterpiece built by the visionary Franklin W. Smith as his winter residence in St. Augustine. Fla. The iconic mansion features an impressive collection of artworks, furnishings, tapestries,
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley goes forward into the past in St. Augustine
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Located in the heart of St. Augustine’s legendary Colonial Quarter, which features some of the most sought-after dining, shopping, and live entertainment establishments in the city, the Colonial Quarter Experience provides guests the opportunity to journey back through time and experience life and times through the
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley sails around the waters of St. Augustine
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Owned and operated by Captain Tony Pelesotti, readers have consistently voted Red Boat Tours as one of USA Today’s Top Boat tours in the St. Augustine area for its superior service, strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, and unparalleled hospitality. Founded to fulfill the owner’s lifelong dream
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley marches into St. Augustine’s storied fort
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Arguably the most defining and instantly recognizable lasting symbol of St. Augustine culture and history, the Castillo De San Marcos has stood steadfast in the heart of St. Augustine through countless and relentless periods of trial, change, and triumph. Built between 1672-1695, the Castillo was erected
Continue readingAt 5, she’s a modeling veteran
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com South Carolina’s Skylar Rogers may be just 5 years old, but she’s already done a good deal of modeling in her short life. She has participated in fashion shows in South Carolina, Tennessee and her home state. She was a recent winner at Magnifique Showcase, which
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley raises the Jolly Roger aboard the Black Raven
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Wildly unique, outrageously innovative, and undeniably exhilarating, the Black Raven Pirate Ship offers a wide variety of swashbuckling experiences that make it evident why this excursion is consistently voted by critics and the public alike as one of St. Augustine ‘s top attractions. Featuring a supremely
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley delights in Polish and Greek culinary delights
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com A hidden gem nestled in the heart of the beautiful downtown St. Augustine, Fla., Gaufre’s and Goods has earned quick acclaim among both locals and critics alike, for its quaint, charming atmosphere, scrumptious array of traditional Polish and Greek dishes, and a mind-blowing line up of
Continue readingFalling in love with modeling
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Nierra Marrett, a Stafford Spring, Conn. native, is new to modeling. “Modeling is new to me but I am truly in love with the whole experience,” said Nierra, who now lives in Fayetteville, NC. “(I) want to make a career of it. I have been in
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley takes the trolley around St. Augustine
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Known for its storied, and undoubtedly grim, history St Augustine Florida attracts over six million tourists annually, who flock to the area not only for the breathtaking architecture and wondrous natural beaches , but also for the grisly ghost stories that have been passed down for
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley takes a cruise in alligator country
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Both high octane and supremely relaxing, Sea Serpent Airboat Tours is the best way to experience the vast natural flora and fauna, marshy swamps, and plethora of alligators that inhabit the waters of the most secluded areas of the ancient city of St Augustine, Fla. This
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley takes a walk at St. Augustine Fashion Week
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Operating under the guidance and leadership of Brittany Alphonso, St Augustine Fashion Week is an innovative and beautifully produced celebration of independent fashion designers and boutiques in “America’s Oldest City.” May 5 marked the eighth Season finale show at the landmark Lightner Museum courtyard. There was
Continue readingAt home on the runway, but the camera’s calling
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Kimani Mullings likes the runway. But, she said, “My passion is to be a photo model.” Represented by Model and Talent Management, as a runway model, she has walked in New York Fashion Week on the Beautiful You Fashion Tour. She also walked for former
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley spends a night at the opera
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Founded in 1979, The Atlanta Opera has cemented its status as a world class production company, garnering acclaim from critics and audiences alike worldwide throughout its storied 40-year history. Operating under the guidance of Tomer Zvulun, the internationally recognized stage manager and Carl W. Knobloch Jr.
Continue readingHard work pays off for model
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Kate Sephora Del Castillo believes hard work is its own reward. “No matter the experience you have or how many difficulties you have gone through, the important thing is to see the result of hard work and feel that among many stars you are the
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley hangs out with the ‘Legends’ at Rock-A-Hula
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com One of Hawaii’s top-rated attractions on Trip Advisor and countless other review platforms, Rock-A-Hula features a grand scale production with state-of-the-art lighting, graphics, and surround sound technology, as well as a spellbinding line up of music and dance performances paying homage to traditional Hawaiian and Polynesian
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley gets Jurassic in Hawaii
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Kualoa Ranch, a breathtaking 4,000-acre private nature reserve and working cattle ranch, has firmly cemented its status as not only one of the most popular tourist destinations in Hawaii (hosting a staggering 2,000 tourists per day, a number expected to increase to 3,000 by Jun), but
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley takes an artful sojourn in Honolulu
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashonMag.com The premiere destination for art enthusiasts to enjoy works from world-renowned artists to visionary modern contemporary works, the Honolulu Museum of Art has been inspiring, uplifting, and educating people from around the world since its opening in 1927. Upon entry to the breathtaking museum grounds, you’ll
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley takes a stroll through Iolani Palace
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Recognized as a cultural epicenter of Hawaiian identity, the Iolani Palace was erected in 1882 by King Kalakaua and served as the home of Hawaii’s last remaining monarchs. Brimming with masterful (not to mention remarkably well-preserved) architecture and regal (and historically accurate) interior decor, the Iolani
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Another Hawaiian culinary delight enjoyed by model Victoria Henley
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Nestled in the heart of the bustling Waikiki shopping district, Paia Fish Market prides itself upon offering fresh locally sourced catches from local fishers as well as some of the most generous portions and lowest prices on the island. Following the meteoric success of the Oahu
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley takes a ride in Hawaii
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Created and curated by legendary Japanese Haunted House specialist, Michaelty Yamaguchi, Ghost Bus Hawaii is a way to experience frights and thrills without even leaving your seat. The only haunted bus in the United States — there are only two in Japan– Ghost Bus Hawaii is
Continue readingShe overcame and now she’s a model
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Orianateyor Beard admits to having childhood insecurities. She grew up in a family that struggled financially. And this put her dreams out of reach for the most part. But she had a dream all the same. She wanted to be a model. “I have a strong
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley enjoys culinary delights from Chef Yamaguchi
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Roy Yamaguchi, a decorated Japanese American celebrity chef, has achieved international acclaim and accolades for his many impressive achievements within the culinary industry and is regarded as the visionary creator of Hawaii fusion cuisine. The recipient of the highly prestigious James Beard Award, Yamaguchi has been
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley enjoy some fine wine and dining in Hawaii
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com G.Lion, an award -winning, world-renowned hospitality group based in Hawaii, opened two innovative, upscale, and dynamic restaurants, Quiora and LaVie, in the posh Ritz Carlton Residencies on Waikiki Beach, following the massive success of Hy’s Steakhouse, which the company acquired in 2011. Upon G.Lion’s expansion to
Continue readingBackstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley says ‘Aloha’ from Hawaii
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Known for snowy white beaches, dazzling blue waters, and draw dropping picturesque views, Hawaii is a “Must Visit” destination, topping the bucket lists of travel enthusiasts around the world. In fact, a record-breaking 10.4 million visitors flocked to the breathtaking island to explore the vast landmarks
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