Velaa Private Island – a new meaning to “private moments” in the Maldives

   the flavor of the Maldives @ VELAA Private Island. Located within the constellation of islands that form the Noonu Atoll, Velaa Private Island opened at the end of last year bringing new meaning to “private moments” in the Maldives. Velaa Private Island is the realization of founders Radka and Jiri Smejc’s quest to establish an … Read more

Outrigger Mauritius Resort and Spa

The wonderful warmth, color and exotic mixes that characterize Mauritius can now be experienced at the new Outrigger Mauritius Resort and Spa. The Hawaii- based company Outrigger Enterprises Group announced the opening of the Outrigger Mauritius Resort and Spa, which welcomed its first guests on January 30, 2014 (Mauritius time). The company’s portfolio of beachfront … Read more

The average spending of China’s high net worth individuals decreased by 15%

  Hurun Report releases Chinese Luxury Consumer Survey 2014 and Hurun Best of the Best Awards 2014. According to Hurun Report Chinese Luxury Consumer Survey 2014, the average spending of China’s high net worth individuals has decreased by 15%, with spending on gift giving down by a dramatic 25%. HNWIs are busier than ever. They … Read more

Polo & The Automobile

The Golden Age of Sports has been described as that period of time from the 1920’s into the 1930’s when sports and sports heroes reigned supreme. The public followed their teams and individuals religiously, provided with details through newspapers and the then new technology of radio broadcasts. Coming after a devastating World War I, people … Read more

2014 Green Apple Award winner

The Green Organisation’s 2013 Green Apple Award – a multifaceted approach to going green.    The Green Apple Awards began in 1994 and have become a hallmark for the most environmentally-sound companies, councils and communities. Having dramatically reduced its carbon footprint, Hanbury Manor, a Marriott Hotel & Country Club is the winner of the prestigious … Read more

Relaxing in luxury in the city of Glasgow

Glasgow has grown into a city ideal for visitors searching for a luxurious location to simply enjoy themselves Scotland’s largest city, it’s a place of vibrant nightlife, friendly residents and a plethora of beautiful locations teeming with fascinating architecture. To travel to Glasgow is to step into the true cosmopolitan heart of Scotland, with so … Read more