Steep taxes on luxury goods in China forced Chinese shoppers to head overseas to pick up the latest fashions or other luxury items. Chinese consumers traveled also because they had a wider choice of goods available overseas. A recent survey by business research and consulting firm Frost & Sullivan quoted by AFP has predicted that … Read more
Superyacht design concept Blue Peace by Aras Kazar Yacht Designer Aras Kazar imagined a 42 metre superyacht inspired by flying fish, a unique species called “Piscis Volans”. “As with my previous yacht designs I have continued to create “earth friendly” concepts with solar panels placed as wings on both sides of the yacht. These panels … Read more
Time to visit Burma Burma (also known as Myanmar) is a spectacular jewel that has remained hidden for decades, but which is now opening up to the world revealing astonishing natural beauty and an unparalleled cultural heritage. Now welcoming visitors, Burma is an intriguing country and much of its appeal to travellers lies in the … Read more
Glenmorangie distillery was the toast of the prestigious International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) after picking up the best UK Spirits Producer 2012 award, fighting off stiff competition from vodka, gin, rum and other whisky producers. Glenmorangie has won a remarkable total of 18 ‘Gold Best in Class’ medals over the past five years at … Read more
India’s heritage for luxury is dating from the first Singh Maharajah. It was him who had this idea to create “suites”. After inviting Jade Jagger to design houses, the Lodha Group has added new heights to the super luxury living in Mumbai, India with World One – the world’s tallest residential tower. The builders have … Read more
London Luxury-Home Prices Rise as Foreign Buyers Seek Haven Luxury-home prices in central London gained for the 15th consecutive month in January as overseas investors seeking to protect their wealth competed for the few properties for sale, the London-based broker Knight Frank LLP said to Bloomberg. Values of houses and apartments costing an average of … Read more