Business travel trends: hotel, car rental and “front of the plane” business travel bookings

Business travel trends Revealed in Travel Leaders Group Survey “Company policy” now has almost as much influence as “cost” in whether or not business travelers will be flying in the “front of the plane,” according to the latest survey data provided by Travel Leaders Group, one of North America’s largest travel companies – encompassing nearly … Read more

Playboy’s digital wine cellar promises exclusivity and innovation

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Sexy, Spicy, Spanish Reds or a Playboy Blind Date? The recently launched Playboy Wine Club promises exclusivity and innovation as it will provide Playboy’s fans with a unique experience to enjoy wine as a part of their lifestyle. The digital wine cellar includes themed packages, curated bottles and regular shipments for Playboy … Read more

The most expensive jam in Europe is produced at The Prince of Wales’ village in Transylvania

Viscri, a village in Transylvania (Romania) that became famous for the properties The Prince of Wales owns here, launched one of the world’s most exclusive jams. The jam will make its world debut at Salon International de l’Agroalimentaire, the world’s no. 1 food exhibition that will take place in Paris, from 21 to 25 October 2012. Made … Read more

Reinterpreting the appeal of a myth: ultimate luxury Hasselblad Lunar

Hasselblad Lunar: Vintage and high-tech, with Italian design and Swedish tradition The legendary Hasselblad 500C of 1957 to be reinterpreted  It was the first camera to go into space – an object of desire for every photographer around the world. Thanks to this camera some of the most evocative and iconic images of our time have … Read more

The global ultra wealthy population loses US$480 billion

World UHNW Population Loses US$480 Billion: Wealth-X Released World Ultra Wealth Report 2012-2013 The world’s ultra wealthy population grew by 0.6% to reach 187,380 and their combined wealth shrank by 1.8% to reach US$25.8 trillion, according to the latest edition of “World Ultra Wealth Report” released by Wealth-X, the ultra high net worth (UHNW) business … Read more

Croatia set to record best tourist season in its history

2012 set to be the best tourist season in Croatia’s history For the first eight months of 2012, Croatia had registered record tourism figures. “Based on the results achieved so far and announcements (for the rest of the year) this is the best tourist season in Croatia’s history,” said Tourism Minister Veljko Ostojic, adding that Croatia … Read more