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
More than 12 Bordeaux chateaux – in various stages of acquisition by Chinese investors In and around French wine region Bordeaux, more than 12 chateaux are in various stages of acquisition by Chinese investors, according to the Bordeaux Chamber of Commerce (CCIB), which operates a China desk to assist would-be investors in the region. Chateau … Read more
Prindiville Design’s Land Rover Defender Limited Edition London-based bespoke coachbuilder Prindiville Design celebrates the debut of Land Rover in its portofolio with a luxury Limited Edition of Land Rover Defender restricted to only 25 units worldwide. The visual and performance upgrades of legendary four-wheel drive vehicle include a bespoke paint scheme, a rear Prindiville signature … Read more
Uggie named Best Dog in a Theatrical Film Dog News Daily’s inaugural Golden Collar Awards are the first awards show to honor canine actors in films and on television. Uggie, the Jack Russell Terrier starring in silent film “The Artist”, was top dog at this awards recognizing canine excellence on screen. The veteran (10 years) … Read more
Billy Lowe is an elite talent responsible for creating on and off the red carpet. With nearly two decades in the business, he has worked for some of the greatest names in the beauty and entertainment industries. In addition to his work as one of Hollywood’s preeminent hair stylists, he has worked in marketing and … Read more
LVMH has acquired a 10 per cent stake in China fashion maker Ochirly French luxury giant LVMH has acquired through private equity arm L Capital, a 10 percent stake in mainland fashion maker Ochirly. The deal is worth US$200 million. Ochirly, established in late 1990s, currently operates about 200 retail outlets across the mainland and … Read more