Daily Pampering: Superyachts of the future

by Melanie Nayer on

What makes a superyacht super? It’s not just size that matters with these boats. The superyachts of the future are going green, according to the latest designs from Zero to Nine Design.

The eco-friendly superyacht 006 is a 43-meter (141-feet) concept yacht that boasts a fitted hardtop with photovoltaic cells capable of generating up to 20kW. Instead of using that power to for the sauna or the Jacuzzi, the yacht stores the additional power in dedicated 400-kWh battery packs for use while entering or exiting marinas or when shipping through protected and uncontaminated areas at low speed. The superyacht will have three diesel generators installed which will help optimize fuel consumption.

As for the asethics of this ship? The yacht design shows a twin-deck owner area, three crew cabins on the lower deck, one crew cabin on main deck and a captain’s cabin on the upper deck. The guest cabins have been designed to accommodate up to six people in three cabins. Not a bad way to spend time at sea.

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[via BornRich.org]

Daily Pampering: The little black cellphone dress

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The little black dress is a staple in women’s closets, and soon it will ring. London-based fashion company CuteCircuit has just released the newest version of the Little Black Dress, complete with a cell phone.

Called the “M-Dress” (Mobile Phone Dress), the elegant silk jersey dress also doubles as mobile phone. All you do is slide your standard SIM card into the dress label and you’ll be able to make and receive calls without carrying around your phone. When the dress rings, the simple gesture of bringing your hand to the ear will allow the sensor to answer the call. When you’re done with the call, simply drop your hand and the dress will close the call.

According to CuteCircuit’s website, “The M-Dress was designed after our research showed that very often phone calls are missed because mobile phones are quite awkward to carry, especially for women, that have garments with small or no pockets.”

The LBD of the future won’t be out until sometime in 2011, and the price hasn’t been set yet, but we’re keeping a close eye on this one and will let you know when it’s available (and when we get our hands on one!).

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Daily Pampering: $10 million villas available for rent in Turks & Caicos

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Don’t have $10 million to buy your own villa in Turks & Caicos? Don’t worry, now you can rent the lavish Parrot Cay digs for a fraction of the price.

Escape to a private paradise and rent one of Parrot Cay’s two new three-bedroom villas. Just three minutes from the main resort by buggy, each villa has its own stretch of white sand beach and lush landscape, creating the perfect secluded retreat, equipped with personal butler service. Designed by Cheong Yew Kwan, the villas are spacious and airy with soaring 20 foot ceilings and a great room for lounging and dining. All have three bedrooms and three bathrooms, along with a study, kitchen, and separate pantry.

Live in the lap of luxury for a week, or buy the place so you have your own private hideaway any time of year.

Rates: Rental rates start at $5,808 in autumn (November 1-December 20). Villas can be purchased for $10 million.

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Daily Pampering: Bottega Veneta $43,200 suitcase

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The fine craftsmen at Bottega Veneta have released their new high-end suitcase, and it’s simply divine.

The elegant alligator suitcase with brass hardware is part of Bottega Veneta’s fall 2010 collection and is made of pure alligator skin. The alligator luggage piece also includes a lock and key buckle for added safety, an internal elastic pocket and a garment bag.

Don’t think to hard about this one, though. There will be only one design exclusively available by private order from Bottega Veneta, so if you want one you must order now.

The price: A mere $43,200, but according to the website, the item is available to ship within three days.

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Daily Pampering: Making waves in the Maldives

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Why settle for the beach in your backyard when you can hit the waves on the other side of the world. We found some remote islands in the Maldives that will leave you so zen your family won’t recognize you. You might need to cash in a bit on your savings account, but can you really put a price on your sanity?

Here are three great spots for soaking up the sun on the Maldives islands in the Indian Ocean:

Anantara Kihavah Villas, South Male Atoll: The opens in December and will sport 78 spacious overwater and beach villas. Think private pools, wooden sundecks, outdoor showers, and over-sized bathtubs built for two. There’s also a ‘jungle spa’ for those of you who want to test your wild side. Opening rates start at $980 for a Beach Pool Villa.

Cocoa Island, Makunufushi: Cocoa Island was recently named ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Boutique Hotel’ in the 2010 World Travel Awards. The resort is hosting some December packages inc offers seven nights for the price of six, and 14 nights for the price of 12 from November 1 to December 26, 2010. Rates start at $880 per night for a Dhoni Suite this fall and are inclusive of daily breakfast.

Naladhu, Velighandu Huraa island: This hideaway has 19 secluded houses, each with its own private pool. Your House Master will serve as your concierge, butler, and personal assistant. While you’re here, go on a Naladhu Spa Journey that includes a wellbeing consultation, skin assessment, daily private yoga classes, and a 90-minute treatment per person per day with a Master Therapist. Rates include accommodations and daily breakfast and start at $2,100 for an Ocean House.

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