The world’s first self-contained, free-standing living wall at sea

Crystal Symphony Debuts World’s First Living Wall at Sea   In an industry first, ultra-luxury Crystal Cruises has unveiled the world’s first self-contained, free-standing living wall at sea, created and crafted by UK-based ANS Group Europe. Designed for an al fresco area in the Crystal Symphony’s Deck 11 Trident Grill, the unique living wall uses … Read more

Baume & Mercier’s historical perspective at TimeCrafters 2012

American aficionados meet the world’s leading watchmaking brands Following the success of TimeCrafters’ first edition last year, this world-class luxury watch fair, the first luxury watchmaking fair to take place in the United States, takes place once again in New York. The show gives watch admirers and collectors a unique opportunity to share their passion … Read more

Phoenix 1000 – the largest private undersea vessel built to date

U.S. Submarines’ Phoenix 1000 – the largest private undersea vessel built to date This “toy” is capable of taking you to unseen regions of the deep ocean in perfect comfort and absolute safety. The Phoenix 1000 is the ultimate personal transportation device, 65 meters (213 ft.) in length with 470 square meters (5000 sq. ft.) … Read more

Electric Vehicle Week to make San Francisco EV Capital of America

What the future of clean, green transportation looks like: Electric Vehicle Week to open in San Francisco An electric vehicle expo and “ride and drives” staged in financial district   San Francisco’s first ever EV Week will open at Justin Herman Plaza, September 17-18, and will feature all electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from major … Read more

Luxury aero toy: Agusta AW139 Pininfarina Edition Interior

AgustaWestland, the Anglo-Italian helicopter company owned by Italy’s Finmeccanica, has a new aero toy designed in partnership with Pininfarina. The preeminent helicopter manufacturer and Pininfarina offer interiors with nine passenger seating, two executive VIP seats. The entertainment and connectivity are ensured with two 15” monitors, CD/DVD/satellite radio/satellite/i-Pod compatibility. The Open Mike System provides communications from … Read more

Intense exoticism: Harrods Oud Patchouli by Bond No 9

With Bond No 9 perfumes have been turned on their head. This season, Harrods by Bond No. 9 infuses the island of Manhattan with Oud Patchouli scents. Davana flowers, safran, myrrh, patchouli, rose, geranium, oud, musk, amber, leather, sandalwood is the recipe for this intense head-turning experience. The Harrods Bond No 9 collection counts six … Read more