Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Ultra-Luxury Car Market Revving Up

Ultra-Luxury Car Market Revving Up

September 7, 2010 by Mike · Leave a Comment 

According to a recent article in the Denver Post, ultra-luxury car sales are on the rebound.  Jesse Toprak, vice president of industry trends at TrueCar.com was the expert quoted in the article.
With the economy improving — albeit slowly — the well-heeled are splurging again.
Nationwide, combined new- car sales for the top six exotic luxury [...]

Michelin Guide 2010 for France hits bookstores

Michelin Guide 2010 for France hits bookstores

March 5, 2010 by Joseph Sobin · Leave a Comment 

While the Internet has democratized guidance concerning dining options and Zagat’s has empowered diners to provide their opinions, true foodie’s and gourmand’s rely on the Michelin Guide as the Bible concerning gastronomic pursuits. Many travelers planning a visit to France during the up-coming high-season review the Michelin Guide in detail prior to travel; reservations can [...]

Taking the Work Out of Planning a Luxury Vacation

Taking the Work Out of Planning a Luxury Vacation

March 4, 2010 by Ashley · Leave a Comment 

Paradizo.com connects luxury travelers with the greatest luxury travel companies in the world.

Chanel the iconic luxury brand to begin sales on the Internet

Chanel the iconic luxury brand to begin sales on the Internet

February 18, 2010 by Joseph Sobin · Leave a Comment 

Iconic fashion and luxury retailer Chanel to begin selling product on the Internet. Will other luxury brands follow?

It’s Good to Be Mercedes-Benz

February 4, 2010 by Joseph Sobin · Leave a Comment 

Here in the United States our automobile industry is slowly emerging from the severe downturn and government intervention of 2009. Across “the Pond” in Continental Europe, Mercedes-Benz has started 2010 with impressive sales figures.
On Thursday, February 04, 2010, luxury German carmaker Mercedes-Benz said strong demand in Asia and the US resulted in worldwide sales jumping by [...]

House of Versace to introduce cell phone

January 23, 2010 by Joseph Sobin · Leave a Comment 

New cell phones from designers including Versace and Dior to turn form follows function on its head.

Through The Eyes of the Ultra Rich WSJ Book Review

January 23, 2010 by Joseph Sobin · Leave a Comment 

During the economic meltdown of 2009 the zeitgeist of the culture changed from that of excess to frugality. As major indexes worldwide rebound, will there be a return to the age of excess and at what cost?

And you thought your vacation home rental was exclusive?

And you thought your vacation home rental was exclusive?

January 18, 2010 by Joseph Sobin · Leave a Comment 

If most vacation homes do not meet your wishes, consider renting a whole town within a stone’s throw of the luxury and amenities of Telluride.

The New Desires of The Luxury Class

The New Desires of The Luxury Class

January 18, 2010 by Joseph Sobin · Leave a Comment 

Rolls Royce introduces a “driver’s car”, The Ghost. Why should the chauffeur have all the enjoyment of driving the finest automobile in the world?

The Ritz Cartlon is Updating … Are You?

The Ritz Cartlon is Updating … Are You?

November 12, 2009 by Joseph Sobin · Leave a Comment 

Two of the more popular Ritz-Carlton Destination Clubs (Aspen Highlands and Bachelor Gulch, Beaver Creek) are currently refurbishing their properties for members and guests alike for the upcoming 2009/10 winter season.
In Aspen Highlands, a “mountain elegant” design concept is being executed mixing furnishings of heirloom quality with “green” oriented and sustainable furnishings including low VOC [...]