Dubai International Boat Show to attract an audience of high net worth individuals

The Dubai International Boat Show celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with a total of 750 exhibitors from over 40 countries. The high-end event (from March 13 – 17, at the Dubai International Marine Club) has become a ‘must-attend’ in the calendars of big spenders across the region. Last year the Dubai International Boat Show … Read more

World Car Premiers at the Geneva’s Green Pavilion 2012

More than 20 exhibitors will come together at Geneva Motor Show Green Pavillion 2012 to present many new models and ideas.  World Premiers will be the Vito E-CELL from Mercedes-Benz, the Z.O.E. from Renault and the first electric vehicle designed by Philippe Starck, the Volteis by Starck. Nissan will present its Leaf, the « Car … Read more

Black Series 50′ Marauder Cigarette boat, inspired by AMG

Introduced at the 2012 Miami Boat Show, the Inspired by AMG “Black Series” 50′ Marauder features a striking black and white design scheme that is carried throughout, from the Mercedes color-matched paint to the all-newly designed interior, upholstered with luxurious Alcantara. Billet aluminum pieces—more than 100—are integrated throughout, customized for the AMG Black Series boat, … Read more

140 new models, including Philippe Stark’s green car, to debut at Geneva Motor Show

140 car models are making their global debuts at the forthcoming Geneva Motor Show (8-18 March). The Geneva Palexpo is expected to attract abgout 700,000 visitors. 260 exhibitors from 30 countries representing 700 brands will be there. “Geneva may not be the biggest show, but it is certainly one of the finest and most effective … Read more

Crystal Cruises Wins First Place Four Times in Cruisers’ Choice Awards

Crystal Cruises Wins First Place Four Times in Cruise Critic’s 2012 Awards Crystal Cruises is a four-time winner in CruiseCritic.com’s annual “Cruisers’ Choice Awards” for 2012.  Based on user ratings on the popular cruise industry website, the ultra-luxe line’s Crystal Symphony cruise ship won Best Dining, Best Entertainment, Best Public Rooms, and Best Embarkation of … Read more

Hong Kong’s free-port status – a draw for business jet owners

Importing aircraft into China is a cumbersome process, and buyers must pay a 5 percent customs tax in addition to a 17 percent value-added tax. But There Hong Kong has no tax on imports of private jets. “Owning an aircraft in Hong Kong is a lot simpler than in China,” Chris Buchholz, Hongkong Jet Chief … Read more