Airbus A380: A high tech luxury house

The mark of opulence in the air – Airbus A380 super-jumbo operated by Emirates finally landed on the Manchester Airport, UK. Heralding a new paradigm for luxury aviation, A380 super-jumbo is a sheer luxury bonanza with champagne bar on the upper level to rid those boring long haul hours, first class capsules brim with gizmos, and the fine dining and silver service.

Europe's First Rotating Hotel In Croatia

The sea views from each hotel room, even from the ones that do not directly face the sea (at the given moment in time)? This will be possible in a rotating hotel that is to emerge on Šolta Island, near Split, Croatia. This beautiful Mediterranean island surrounded by turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea will soon become a splendid resort. The complex will comprise a new modern marina, villas, and guest pavilions.

Domesticated sukkah created from salvaged joists

Designed for the Sukkah City competition, 2010, Domesticated is a temporary structure erected for providing a sitting room for two to six people, where they can convene, reside or share their allotted spaces with others. The sort of hybrid house-animal is both a house and furniture. Inhabitants could enjoy its informal seating arrangement including mats on the ground, the laminated wood frame as a bench and a low dining table.

Airbus unveils Fantasy Plane of the future

Our future, by and large depends on fuel efficiency, and if you think what flying in future would be like; Airbus is to give you a glimpse. The plane maker has unveiled a fantasy plane at the Farnborough Airshow in the UK. The lightweight plane’s ultra-long, slim bent-back wings, a U-shaped tail and light-weight ‘intelligent’ body will add to the ‘eco efficiency factor’ as the concept consumes less fuel, produces little emissions and creates less noise in comparison to its current counterparts.

Five most expensive hotel rooms in the world

When the well heeled are on the move, they look for the best when it comes to travel lodging. A simple hotel room with a bed, a bathroom and a TV is not just enough for them. Spending as much as £23,000 a night on a hotel room is something only the uber-rich can afford, especially in these tough times. With help from Forbes, Times Online has compiled a list of the five most expensive hotel rooms in the world. Let’s take a sneak peek into the lodging lifestyle of the wealthy travelers.

Top 10 most luxurious aircraft interiors

In this day and age, owning a jet is just the beginning for the world’s most elite travelers. Filthy rich dudes with millions stuffed in various banks can even afford a big airbus with ease. But then the dilemma is for those yearning for exclusivity. And so pimping the aircrafts to transform them into luxurious flying palaces is the mantra. And finally as it’s always said, “it’s what’s on the inside that counts” holds true, isn’t it? A custom designed interior is what separates a lacklustered mode of aircraft interiors for a stylish reflection of personal panache. There are no limits to just how much luxury you can experience with swanky décors with high tech features. Whether you want to deck out your airbus or jet for an important board meeting in London or a romantic dinner in Paris or a weekend getaway at the golf course for the executives, get tips from this list of Top 10 luxurious aircraft interiors...

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 SS unveiled

Rumor mill kept churning on ever since we heard of Bugatti Veyron SS model, the most powerful and the fastest car ever built by Bugatti. Earlier, there were assumptions but the whole thing is in the clear light of the day now. Bugatti has unveiled its promised Veyron 16.4 Super Sport with 1,200hp that has set a new land speed record of over 430 km/h.

SAI Quiet Supersonic Transport

Aviation consortium Supersonic Aerospace International (SAI), based in Nevada, USA, is developing a supersonic aircraft called Quiet Supersonic Transport (QSST). This 12-seat business jet aircraft with two engines will move at speeds of Mach 1.6 to 1.8. SAI has invited engine proposals from General Electric, Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce. As expected engines will be selected in 2010, first flight will be held in 2014, and aircraft can be bought in 2016. Price for such luxury will be about $80 million.

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Lush Private Islands For Sale

Vatu Vara Island, Fiji

$75 million

Called “Hat Island” because of its central plateau, Vatu Vara is an extinct volcano island with twin peaks that descend into a clear blue lagoon. A coral reef surrounds the lagoon and beaches, making for excellent diving and snorkeling. Only accessible by boat, the island has a flat section approximately 7,000-feet long, which could be turned into an airstrip. For more information, contact Cheyenne Morrison at Coldwell Banker Morrison’s Private Islands.

Scott Island could be yours for $4.7 million

Escaping to an island is a common fantasy, and only the privileged few can actually afford to buy one of their own. Situated in Stuart Channel, about three miles from the Vancouver Island town of Chemainus, the beautifully treed Scott Island is without a doubt worth its whopping price tag of CAD $4,900,000 (approx. US $4,732,000). Spread over 5.26 acres, the Scott Island is accessible by boat or helicopter. The island’s main residence is a contemporary and spacious 4,541 sq. ft. bi-level home with five bedrooms and six bathrooms, an room/entertainment area, an open and airy kitchen/dining/family room and a separate living room with a brick fireplace. Next to the house is the 1,644 sq. ft. caretaker’s wing, which includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Both these sections come with large wrap-around decks and upstairs bedrooms with balconies. Most of the rooms in the house offer magnificent southwest views.

Luxury Airbus A380 Super Jumbo Jets from Emirates Airline

Airbus Industries recently announced that Dubai-based Emirates Airline had placed a new order for 32 additional A380 super jumbos. Price tag is reported to be $11.5 billion.

Emirates chief executive Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al-Maktoum told reporters, “This latest order, adding to 58 A380s we have booked, affirms our strategy to become a world leading carrier and establish Dubai as a central gateway to global air travel.”

Back in 2004, 58 aircraft were first ordered. Of those, Airbus has delivered 10 jumbos since July of 2008.

The Most Expensive Private Island Resort – Musha Cay

Musha Cay Resort, located in the Bahamas, is reputedly the world’s most expensive private island resort. Lush, secluded and inviting, it is ideal for hosting special events such as family gatherings or anniversary celebrations.

Located on a 150-acre island, Musha boasts a private runway, five residences, and seven beaches for you to explore. Stroll along the two-mile long sandbar that emerges for several hours each day and be enthralled by the infinity of the ocean’s horizon. Sail, jet-ski or snorkel in the sparkling sea and submerge yourself in the best of Mother Nature’s offerings.

Alila Villas Hadahaa in the Southern Maldives

The Alila Villas Hadahaa resort, set on the tropical island of Hadahaa in the North Huvadhoo Atoll, is believed to be one of the largest and deepest natural Atolls in the world. Surrounded by a vast expanse of sea, this all-villa resort offers the ultimate Maldivian experience, with turquoise-azure waters and fine white beaches complementing the tranquil setting. Guests at the resort can choose from one of 14 stilted, over-water Aqua Villas or 36 Island Villas, 20 of which come with private pool. All living spaces feature vast sliding windows that afford stunning ocean views and fluidly unite guests with the tropical environment around them. In addition, each room comes with a spacious, open-air wood deck, an LCD flat panel TV, Wi-Fi internet access, a CD/DVD player, an iPod docking station, a tea/espresso machine and a mini-bar stocked according to personal taste.

Boating Like a Celebrity on Lake Como

Want to jetset like the stars? Head to Clooney's favorite vacation  spot, and you can. Lake Como has long been a paradise for Italian glitterati and celebrities alike, but due to the expense, it can often be prohibitive as a vacation destination. Now, thanks to the services  of the Matteri Yacht Club, you can live the life of the stars - at least for a few hours - at a reasonable rate. Headed by a team of experienced yacht restorers with centuries of combined knowledge and experience, these waterman will accompany select clients on guided lake tours in vintage  Riva motor yachts or Aquarama sport boats.

Sip prosecco on the padded leather seats while the drivers regale you with a historical tour of the area, from downtown Como all the way to towns like Bellagio.