More Than Honey: a story of a possible extinction

After The Bees Died. Apis mellifera (the honey bee) appeared on Earth 60 million years before man and is as indispensable to the economy as it is to man’s survival. Without the honeybees, he would never have had the cherries, apricots, raspberries and berry gardens, nor the pickles. Over the past 15 years, numerous colonies … Read more

Solandge, Crazy Me, Sea Owl and Seahawk – 2013 superyachts launches

79 superyachts were launched so far in 2013. Largest superyacht launched in 2013 has 108m in length, while the average length of superyachts launched this year is 44,7 m, according to boatinternational market intelligence research. The report shows that 147 superyachts were sold in 2013, 36 were ordered and 36 superyachts were delivered this year. … Read more

Decoding the latest wine trends

Getting inside the latest wine trends: Vinexpo 2013. With new products, visitors to Vinexpo Bordeaux (France), the world’s biggest wine and spirit exhibition and a key event in the calendar of every wine and spirits professionals, can detect fresh trends and emerging consumer habits. With more than 80 events in its programme, this year’s “Tastings … Read more

“The Hobbit” stimulates interest in New Zealand

Peter Jackson’s “The Hobbit” was a factor in stimulating visitors interest in New Zealand as a destination. Investment in marketing New Zealand’s association with the Hobbit trilogy is paying off in increased visitor motivation and arrivals, says Tourism New Zealand’s (TNZ) Chief Executive Kevin Bowler. “Information gathered from three separate research sources is really starting … Read more

Garden party: Stella McCartney Spring 2014 collection

Designer Stella McCartney presented her Spring 2014 Collection through a New York garden party. The Jefferson Market Garden, a lush oasis in the heart of Greenwich Village, was filled with models and celebrities. Cameron Diaz, Anna Wintour, Liv Tyler, Julianne Moore, Naomi Watts were in New York City to support friend and designer Stella McCartney. … Read more

Vinexpo 2013: Bordeaux becomes the official wine & spirits capital of the world

Vinexpo 2012 to determine the wine glass of the future. Vinexpo 2013, the key event in the wine and spirits calendar, will open its doors on 16 June to welcome industry professionals. This year Vinexpo became the epicenter of new trends in the spirits market, showcasing tequilas, cognacs and Chine luxury moutaï – best of … Read more