Luxury $70 million superyacht launched The 77-metre luxury superyacht Smeralda, the world’s longest aluminium motor yacht, was launched at Australian Marine Complex, reports perthnow. The yacht was built by Perth-based company Hanseatic Marine and had taken over two years and 550,000 man hours to build. It’s the third superyacht produced for Hanseatic’s owner, German entrepreneur … Read more
Online architecture review site ArchDaily announced the winners of its Building of the Year awards – the ultimate source of inspiration for thousands of architects around the world. ArchDaily’s community of professionals once again has acted as the jury for the Building of the Year Awards. After a two-stage voting process with more than 65,000 … 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
TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, announced the winners of its 2012 Travelers’ Choice Romance awards, honoring the most romantic hotels in the U.S. and the world. TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice winners are based on millions of valuable reviews and opinions from travelers around the world. Worldwide, French Polynesia was the top location for lovers, with … Read more
Azerbaijan to build world’s tallest building on Artificial Khazar Islands Oil-rich Azerbaijan plans to construct the world’s tallest building on a chain of artificial islands in the Caspian Sea. The plans for the Azerbaijan Tower complex include a business center soaring to 1050 meters, which would be 27 percent taller than the current champion, the … Read more
Historic Boston Hotel Announces 100 Days of Celebration, a More-Than $20 Million Restoration, Special Vacation Packages and Hotel Tours Honeymoon Anniversary at the original room rate This year, the historic Boston hotel The Fairmont Copley Plaza will celebrate its centennial with 100 days of celebration leading up to its anniversary on August 19. Together with … Read more