Let me start off by first stating a disclaimer. In no way is this intended to give the impression that the following vacations and ideas even begin to scratch the surface at what you could experience. As we all know, you can do anything for the right price…
Including flying into space! That’s right, Virgin, the company founded by Richard Branson (a music mogul, duh) has now started a new direction in travel. Just a few months ago they were introducing Wi-Fi and better entertainment systems in their Virgin Atlantic brand, but NOW, you can take that laptop of yours into the upper-most atmosphere. Slated for departure in the near future, Virgin has been taking reservations for space flight since Mid 2005. You’re not too late however, a full ticket costs $200,000 and deposits of different sums from $200,000-$20,000 are available depending on your booking timeframe. Visit VirginGalactic.com
If space travel really isn’t your thing, consider a lower cost (and probably less physically demanding) way to travel. How about 4 wheels, about 150mph around a track in a Porsche? Sure, we like to ride in style in our Bentley just as much as you do, but honestly, the fact that we DON’T have a Rolls means that we still like to drive. What’s better than a driver’s adventure at the Porsche Driving Experience? Not too much, and the ability to take a car (not yours!) around a track at high speeds and little liability seems very appealing to us. Not to mention the price, only $2,995. Visit Porschedriving.com
If you still haven’t found your fancy in space travel, or driving a race car, then perhaps and African Safari? After all, there really can’t be too much more in the realm of excitement to see a lion charging your Land Rover. If you’d like to price together a custom safari, try Africasafarihome.com
Happy Vacationing!
If you just can’t seem to keep ahead of the curve when tech meets luxury and extravagence, buy this!
I’m not kidding, this bed literally floats. Not on air, although it may seem like it. And not some cheap trick with water either, this bed, developed by top level scientists at Universe Architecture, actually hovers 40cm off of the surface of the floor because of a magnetic field generated by it! What’s even better is that it doesn’t require any sort of electrical or battery hookup. The bed uses a principle called “Permanent Magnetism,” exactly like when you hold the two ends of magnets together that are the same polarity (positive to positive, negative to negative) to project itself up into the air. The maximum weight held is roughly 900kg, so pretty much any human, along with his horse, can sleep on it. Or maybe a Mini Cooper.
Order one from UniverseArchitecture.com
If you’re revamping your home and you’d like to set yourself apart from the rest of the crowd, the last thing you would think of would be your light switches and electrical socket covers. The irony is, those are things that are used the most often, and if placed right and matched well, they can contrast your wall nicely, adding to the elegance of the house.
Available out of the UK, these coverings are offered in a variety of styles and materials, from stainless steel super-modern, to traditional brass. Also available are various configurations, as well as dimmer switches, and other variations. Check out the website: www.socketsandswitches.com
We’re all sure you’re aware of the “normal” luxury phones. Quite frankly, who honestly needs a phone that allows you to call a concierge, book tickets for an event, or fly in a helicopter to get you off of the Swiss Alps? We figure, save the money you’d be spending on getting rediculous services like that and get a Amex Black Card or something-you probably already have one anyway.
Knalihs Athem iPhone - Don’t ask us how to pronounce his name, but his nickname could be “bling.” Take a standard iPhone 3G and add about $10,000 worth of diamonds to the outside of it, and you get the Limited Diamond Edition. No real point to this phone as far as expanded services or features, but watch out, it may blind you.
Knalihs Athem Nokia - Don’t want an iPhone? We don’t blame you for that, but surely then you’ll find a need for a diamond encrusted Nokia 8800! Again, outlined in diamonds this Nokia is sure to turn a few heads, and it looks extremely streamlined.
GoldVish - If you’re still not sold on our idea of a cost effective technique for your mobiles, then check out GoldVish. GoldVish offers a line of mobiles ranging from Gold, all the way across to diamond encrusted and rose gold plated devices. All the rage with hollywood personalities and execs looking to send a message. (Not literally, for that check out Blackberry)
Hopefully this gives you a few idea on where to travel next on the cellular phone search, and if not, it at least gives your significant other something to beg you for.
Looking for a new idea for clothing? Adrian Jules, located in the New York, Rochester area, and a prime supplier to professional organizations such as the New York Giants Football team, New York Jets, as well as various other sports teams and organizations, offers custom suits that go beyond your typical custom.
Let’s clarify this, most custom tailors actually just pair pre-made sections of shirt and suits together, according to your specifications. While this may be okay for 99% of the population, the rest of us want to add a little more personality to the mix. That’s where Adrian Jules distinguishes themselves from the rest of the custom tailors. After taking your measurments, the dimensions are submitted to a designer who custom forms a pattern based on the materials you’ve selected and the image you are attempting to portray. Once the design is formed, the pattern is printed on a state of the art CAD computer and cut out by hand. All other work is done by hand as well, making the garmet perfectly stitched by master tailors.
Order yours at AdrianJules.com
LUXEJETS Luxury Charters
25 Aug
Posted by aleksi in Helicopters, Jet Charters, Private Jets, Rentals, Travel & Vacations, Vacation Rentals, Yacht Charters
If you’re looking for a quick charter flight, or even a coast to coast air voyage, LuxeJets offers an experience that is rivaled by few. When I was trying to come up with a title for this entry, I realized that it was nearly impossible to summarize all the services that they offer by just calling them a Private Jet Charter or a brokerage. Not only limiting you to air travel, LuxeJets is capable of offering other luxury or exclusive services such as:
Lifestyle Management and Personal Concierge
Yacht Charters
Helicopter Charters to the Hamptons
Exotic Car rental (in certain markets)
Vacation Rentals
Personal Escort (armed, or unarmed)
So obviously, calling them just an air charter service doesn’t do it justice. If you’re interested in seeing if Luxejets can help your busy schedule out with one of their services, fly over to their website : www.luxe-jets.com
Ever seen this logo before? If not, you should read on.
If you’re not familiar with some high end luxury market, names such as Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci and Prada may seem prestigious. Granted, they are nice-however, spend some time looking through the smaller, individual boutiques and one will soon realize that luxury extends much further than household name brands (such as the ones I mentioned before) into the realm of branding that only the most savvy spenders know of. If you’re looking for a gift and you’d like to impress, intrigue and surprise the lucky recipient, then here are a few brand names you may want to consider.
1. Breitling - While not as mysterious as some brands, instead of the typical Tag Heuer or Rolex timepiece, consider a Breitling. With aviation inspired design, these Swiss masterpieces are not as common and lead to great conversation. Beware of internet sales, as the company has had increasing numbers of fraud watch sales.
2. Waterford Crystal - Never heard of them? Well if you need some dinner plates or accents, they may have just what you need. What’s their resume like? Nothing major, just the creation of the New York New Year’s Eve Ball.
3. J. Mendel - Notorious for their fine fur, Gilles Mendel has also branched into the creation of exclusive and high-end evening dresses, which are all hand crafted, meaning that no two will ever be exactly alike.
4. Jacques Torres - Available either online or from their retail store located in New York, “Mr. Chocolate” offers a luxurious gift idea that is an alternative to the more commonly known Godiva. Worth a look if sweets are your thing, and most likely will be earning you some brownie points. Pun intended.
If you’re in the market to buy a new house, you may want to look at the U.S. Treasury website. While browsing through the listing for housing auctions I stumbled across a deal that seemed too good to let go untold.
Located in Burlingame, California, this 2,500 square foot house has a deposit of only $50,000 and could be purchased for a steal. The house sits on a lot size approximately 10,000 square feet.
With all the choices for timepieces available to a consumer today, it can be overwhelming. While some companies are more popular among the casual-wealth market, those of us who wish to sent a new trend or distinguish ourselves apart from the crowd look for items that not only appeal to our tastes, but also serve our various personalities. For such an important purchase as a wrist-watch, for example, it’s critical that our needs are met.
The Jacob & Co. 5 Timezone Watch is growing in popularity among the most lavish spenders, not because of the price, but more the prestigious look of the watch. Surrounding the face, large diamonds bring the eye to the piece, which then shows off its capabilities. Having Paris, Tokyo, Los Angeles, New York and your choice for the 5th is overwhelming to some, but perfect for the rest of us, especially as a conversation starter for your brand new G5 (Learjets will do just fine).
At a price of about $13,000 and some extra change, you can acquire what is one of the classiest, yet eye-catching timepieces available.
For a list of retailers near you, please visit the Jacob & Co. website
Just a warning, you will have to work longer than a week if you plan to purchase one of these, but stretching from the entry-level 98 foot hull, all the way up to the 164 footer, these luxury yachts are the finest examples of elegance on the water.
Offering 4 models, the larger two (130 feet and 164 feet) offer Tri-deck design, while the smaller pair (98 feet and 112 feet) are the more common raised pilothouse layout. Designed by famous Naval architect William Garden, these beauties will stun even the most seasoned and financially stable port goers.
The interior of the yachts don’t disappoint either. Available with plush carpeting, high quality wood and steel, and obviously available to be adorned by any other fabrics of your choice. The vessels are powered by variations of the MTU 16V4000 diesel engine, with the largest being a twin engined monster powering the private oceanliner well into the 20 knot range. Because of this design and power, they are easily capable of transoceanic trips, with the largest variations of hulls allowing comfortable cruising for up to 12 guests, and 13 crew members. Also offered are up to 6 staterooms, including a garage area for watercraft.
See more details at the Westport Yacht website.