Dubai has been going great guns ! wonder what has got into it. It’s on an expansion and development spree. We had written about the Marriott group expansion there and also about the ‘bawadi’ project. But this one tops it all. By the end of 2007, the new Dubai World Central Airport and its six runways will be the world's largest passenger and cargo hub capable of handling 120 million passengers - almost double London Heathrow's current handling capacity....

Looking for the latest in designer pet wear? Want to be the first to color-coordinate your pet with their own accessories? Following the Studio Haus & Pad abode, we now enlighten you on Couture Accessories to deck up your pooch. Luxury leather accessories are customized with cut, polished real semi-precious or faux stones to match your pet’s combination of colors. Products are made from hand-stitched harness leather though soft leather is considered for small pets. Each product sports gold-plated hooks,...

Unveiling a feminine floral fragrance of impeccable pedigree, the esteemed Nina Ricci Company has proved that it still has its magic touch. The new women’s fragrance by Puig-owned Nina Ricci brand, Nina, is billed as the most important launch for the brand in 10 years. The company hopes the rejuvenation of the Ricci fashion combined with the hefty advertising investment behind the launch will strengthen the brand’s positioning in the fragrance market. The fruity floral EdT, was developed by Olivier...

In the year of its 90th anniversary, Tibaldi has been commissioned by Sony Pictures to develop the official collection of luxury writing instruments celebrating The Da Vinci Code movie. The DaVinci Code Limited Edition is adorned with engravings of Leonardo DaVinci's Vetruvian Man, as well as a series of cryptic codes and symbols, including a five pointed star, phi, and fleur de lis. Deciphering the letters and symbols, which decorate the pen's cap, reveals the words which, in the story,...

Optimism and confidence is in the air as Dubai reaches for the skies with mega developments. Dheeraj & East Coast, a joint venture between the India-based Dheeraj Group and the UAE-based East Coast Group, has unveiled the $68m (AED 250million) Marina Wharf at Dubai Marina. Marina Wharf is a freehold residential project which will come up over a gross area of 330,000 square feet. The project offers 117 residential units including 33 one-bed rooms, 66 two-bed rooms and 18 three...

Doha Marriott Hotel has a new feather in its cap to boast of, credit to MENA Travel Awards. It was voted platinum winner of the best five star business/corporate hotel in the Middle East at the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) Awards. Over 600 of the industry's leading companies gathered to celebrate the winners of this prestigious awards event. It has been a real achievement for the Doha Marriott hotel, which has seen a tremendous increase in their Guest...

Wedding garters have stood the test of time. When most wedding traditions of yester year have been forgotten, the wedding garter remains a significant part of modern day bridal attire thought to bring good luck and fortune to the happy couple. Recently launched, Garters of Charm is an exclusive collection of luxury wedding garters adorned with an Austrian crystal charm of own choice which becomes a beautiful necklace following the wedding day. Garters of Charm collection not only signify luck...

This budget spa is equitable to the luxurious concept of spa ownership. Use it at home, take it camping, at a friend’s house or on holiday; it’s so portable, it fits into your lifestyle. Close your eyes, lean back and enjoy soothing relaxation.....let the warm, bubbling waters wash away the chaos, loosen your muscles, and ease your mind. The Lay-Z-Spa is quick and easy to install and will take just 10 minutes to set up. It will circulate the water,...

Everyone dreams of going to space but everyone isn’t an astronaut or a billionaire. So what? You don’t have to sulk at that thought. You can have your belongings sent to space. I wonder why anyone would do that. Probably to boast of an alien who is in possession of your business card, or for feeling connected to cosmos in whatever little way it could be feasible. A Seattle company is willing to help - by sending your ‘stuff’ into...

The Milky Way is evidently known to everyone. But what isn’t known equally marked is its titanic and extremely striking manifestation by designer Andree Putman. It is manufactured by none other than the reputed Swarovski, Austria. This chandelier called, ( should I say rightly called) the milky way, is one hell of an illuminant with six halogen bulbs, each at 35 watts (220 v), white LED lights and totals at 600 watts. It is made of a fiberglass dome with...

Following the mission, its time for the expedition, with the new Burberry 'Expedition Antarctica' Watch. Freshly we acquainted you with Burberry Mission Antartica GMT Chronograph. This latest Burberry Expedition Antartica Big Date features stainless steel case and measures 42mm. Movement is Swiss Ronda quartz with big-date feature. It is also water resistant to 100 meters. This stainless-steel wristwatch has a contrast rubber band and a dial featuring a map of Antarctica. (Explore the entire glacial continent on this dial with...

Are you a movie buff or somehow who needs a crane to pull you away from your beloved idiot box? Then this dope will be most advantageous to you. LiveTV has entered into an agreement with leading Italian carrier Air One, to provide in-seat audio/video systems on the airline's fleet of new Airbus A320 aircraft. The service will offer multi-channel audio and video programs from on-board digital servers displayed on individual seatback screens. This is the first time the...

The Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder was named “Best Sports Car” by Robb Report Magazine and now we present the 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo Privilegio. A car rightly names as Privilegio as it is nothing less than a privilege to own this baby. It is the new limited-edition Gallardo. The car will be produced in limited numbers, with only 150 coupes being built. This car will be quite an eye-catcher with the matte and glossy combo black highlights. If you are fond...

Studio Haus & Pad is the hip alternative to the traditional pet crate. This dog haus is constructed of metallic silver high quality material that ensures the safety and comfort of your pet while also giving you the coolest look for your home. The Bowhaus closes with the sleek sliding pocket door. Each Bowhaus comes with a pad which is made with foam core for maximum support and has a tough protective cover made from plush, waterproof upholstery fabric which...

For the sixth year in a row, Forbes has scoured real estate listings around the country and ranked the ten most expensive homes on the market in the U.S. Forbes Magazine just released their picks of the most expensive homes in the US for 2006 with some of the top homes making southern California’s overblown real estate market look positively modest. The real estate market may be slowing somewhat, but that fact didn't stop the average price of a...