For travelers who want the unique experience: 10 quirky accommodations in the U.S.

A larger-than-life beagle, a historic ferry and a subterranean B&B are on the list of 10 quirky accommodations in the U.S. compiled by TripAdvisor. Travelers seeking a unique lodging experience can hunker down in one of these far-out accommodations, which include a larger-than-life beagle, a historic ferry and a subterranean B&B. “For travelers who want a … Read more

Regal architecture: Sir Francis Drake Hotel completes $10 million renovation

Originally built in 1928, San Francisco’s Sir Francis Drake unveiled the completion of its multi-million dollar renovation during its 85th anniversary. The “new” Sir Francis Drake is characterized by regal architecture and sophisticated style. All popular public spaces, including the famed Starlight Room; 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space; and 416 guest rooms … Read more

Piaget announces Chinese ambassador

Gong Li, Brand Ambassador of Piaget. Swiss watchmaker and jeweler Piaget announced new Brand Ambassador Gong Li in the China debut of its Couture Précieuse high jewellery collection. Piaget selected Gong Li as its brand ambassador, seeing in the actress a woman whose spirit truly matches Piaget’s own traditions of pursuing perfection. “Being an icon … Read more

We sit starving amidst our gold

In the British Pavilion at the 55th Venice Biennale, the world’s most prestigious art festival, UK artist Jeremy Deller has provoked controversy and ignited social debate by presenting an installation of the Wende Museum‘s significant collection of early post-Soviet stock vouchers, privatization certificates, and Ponzi scheme coupons that dominated alternative currencies of the early 1990s … Read more

The new Meridiist: thinner, lighter and more powerful

Tag Heuer upgraded its Meridiist luxury communication instrument. The instrument is now thinner, lighter and more powerful, packed with dual SIM slots for maximum connectivity and an exclusive 24/7 worldwide PERSONAL CONCIERGE SERVICE. “The new MERIDIIST combined the high-end classic design and finishes of a luxury TAG Heuer watch, the finest materials of horology, artisan … Read more

Yugoslav sub turned into a visitor-friendly attraction at Porto Montenegro

Porto Montenegro, in the Montenegro’s fashionable seaside resortcity of Tivat recently completed repairs to the imposing P-821 Hero submarine from the days of ex-Yugoslavia. The everyday life of the submarine crew is on display in front of the Naval Heritage Collection Museum. The colossal P821 submarine is standing proudly across the street from the NHC … Read more