Luxury travel destinations around the world. Good guides and advice about particular destinations.
Bedarra is well known for its fantastic food with an emphasis on local seafood. Sample local delicacies on the open-air terrace restaurant, with a freshly prepared menu every day. A popular lunch option is a romantic beach picnic with a gourmet hamper.
Located roughly half-way between Tahiti and Chile, Easter Island’s nearest inhabited neighbour is 2075 kilometres away, tiny Pitcairn Island or 3,600 kilometers to Chile. At only 163.6 km² (63 sq mi), and with a high point of 507 metres Rapa Nui is easy to explore over 3 or 4 days which more airline’s schedules allow you.
Transformed from the Fullerton Building which was built in 1928, this luxury hotel features views of the sunlit atrium, city, river or sea. Its also on the one of the hairpin bends of the Formula One race so this is an ideal spot to see all the action.
KL’s airport is over 70km from the city centre so staying somewhere close to the airport makes sense especially if you have an early departure or just an over-night stop-over.
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Gigayacht not your style for luxury real estate? Try the latest craze - Submarines. Two of the most luxious real estate sinkers are The Seattle and the Phoenix 1000 . Here’s a brief rundown.
The Seattle is 118 feet of climate-controlled luxury and, for the price of $20 million, the buyer can even select the interior colors and help design the layout of staterooms and dining areas. Apparently, the manufacturer suggests using the sub as an aquatic version of a train, ferrying passengers across the Atlantic - with a nightly price tag of $2,500 per person.
The Phoenix 1000 has not been built yet. Builders are still waiting for someone with $78 million to come along and make it the largest, most luxurious sub ever completed. Designed to be 213 feet long, with over 5,000 square feet of interior space, you’ll have enough space for your own personal navy. The sub is also equipped with a mini sub. That’s right, two pieces of luxury real estate for the price of one. A slammin’ deal you’ll be hard-pressed to find on the mainland.
Sources: Luxist, US Submarines
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Mega. Super. Giga. Trump. The portfolio of adjectives to describe yachts just keeps growing. Millionaires and billionaires are lining up at marinas like children at a little league concession stand for a chance to own the next piece of luxury real estate. Yes, you heard me. Yachts are now considered luxury real estate.
According to people in the boating industry, people buying floating real estate are more insulated from a troubled housing market and other downturns in the economy. Now that’s what I call a marketing willy. I believe their analysis forgot to factor in the price of gasoline or the repair costs when grandma crashes the boat through the pier. Anyways, w hy have a condo, when all you need is a boat? Sounds pretty obvious. Just ask this guy…
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Consider the average long term investment. One year right? How about longer, like say… Forever. Here’s where luxury real estate meets its maker.
1. Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Hollywood Hills, CA. Established 1906. Best resting place: $825,000. The average plot: $8,275- 19,175.
2. Santa Barbara Cemetery, California. Established 1867. Prime local: $83,000. Everything else: $3,300.
3. Graceland, Chicago, IL. Est. 1861. The best: $120,000. Average plot : $2,600- 4,000.
4. Woodlawn Cemetery, The Bronx, NY Established 1863. If you are thinking a moseluem then you better be ready to fork out $1.5 million. Average plot $4800.
5. Kensico Cemetery, Valhalla, NY. Established 1899. $500,000.
Sources: Forbes, Sellsius Real Estate
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Forget Bangkok. It’s a beehive of activity. If you interested in exploring Thai real estate the rest of country is where you’ll find the honey. You just have to be a cunning bear and know where to get your paws into the action. Here’s where The Ise is looking.
Phuket – It’s the Monte Carlo of South East Asia. If you aren’t looking for an investment a vacation is still a must.
Koh Samui – Once only a backpacker getaway, Koh Samui is Thailand’s latest market for million dollar villas. Daily Bangkok fights allow property owners more convenient travel options than with Phucket.
Koh Hang – Nearly 85% of the island is engulfed in the My Koh Chang National Marine Park. With such protection over-development is impossible. Quality before quantity, it’s a surefire luxury theme of success.
Krabi - Krabi has some of the best infrastructure in Thailand. Green architecture is starting to blossom here as well. Krabi is one Thai flower worth investigating.
Pattaya - Other than Bangkok, Pattaya has received more investment than any area of Thailand during the last ten years. Many expats choose to make Pattaya a permanent home. The miles of beautiful beaches and convenient location set Pattaya apart.
Chang Rai - It’s not all about the real estate here. Check out the Pagodas and Pineapples. They’ll wet your taste buds and spiritual appetite, leaving you completely mesmerized.
Hot Ise Investing Tips. (Due Diligence Needed)
Planning a vacation/property hunt in Thailand? Be sure to research the political and religious unrest in the southern portion of the country. Also, be informed about the social plight of its westerly neighbor, Burma. When monks are marching in protest, there is evil in the nest. Knowledge is power…
Sources: OverseasPropertyMall, BangkokPost
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