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LUXURY TRAINS IN INDIA

admin — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:19:30 +0000

India has got a wide railway network, which is world’s fourth largest one after those of United States, Russia and China. It has got 64015Kms of track and 6909 stations. So luxury trains are one of the main attractions of the country.

Palace on wheels, Maharajas of India, Deccan odyssey, Royal Rajasthan on wheels, Fairy Queen, Golden chariot etc. are some of the luxury trains in India. These trains travel along the exotic places in India. These places include reserve forests, deserts, historical sites including Taj mahal. These trains will give us an experience of staying in a star hotel along with site seeing. Every cabin has large windows providing a wide visible range. The train is fully air-conditioned with individual temperature controls. The passengers are also provided with LCD televisions, DVD players, direct dial telephones and internet. Live television is also available in the train. Bar with all varieties of Indian and foreign liquor is in the train itself. Multi-cuisine restaurants with all kinds of foods are available. The traveler will be provided with a guide who is able to explain the historical importance of each place. Each cabin has got a plug point which delivers electricity with an intensity of 110V.The whole train including the passengers are insured. These trips are of about 7 or 8 days.

The travel fare may vary from $4690 to$20000 as per the class we select for the journey. Reduced rates are available during off-season which is from April to September. The train will travel through different tourist destinations and spent some time in the station while we go around the sites. So a traveler may have a different experience while traveling in a luxury train.

VICTOR MOTORCYCLES IN INDIA

Boney — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 11:08:13 +0000

Victor Motorcycles is planning to enter into the Indian market in 2012.The Victor Motorcycles is expected to be a good competitor for Harley-Davidson in India.The Polaris Industries owned Motorcycles company is first planning to fully import the motorcycles to India.The Victory Motorcycle company will expect to show case its models the 2012 Delhi Auto Expo. Victory Motorcycle company is planning to launch the models which will suit the Indian conditions.The US based company have already has its operations in France,U.K, Germany, Spain, Scandinavia and New Zealand. Victory Motorcycles is mainly concentrated in the cruise bikes segment.The companies current selling models in US market includes Ness Victory Vision,Vegas,Vegas 8-Ball, Ness Cross country, Victory Vision Tour, Ness Vegas, Jackpot, Hammer S,Hammer 8-Ball, Victory Vision 8-Ball, Victory Cross Country, Hammer, Victory Cross roads, Kingpin, Kinngpin 8-Ball whoose price range from 5.7 lakhs to 12.75 lakhs.Harley-Davidson’s Road King is the main competetor for the Victory motorcycle models. The Cross Country and the Cross Roads both cruisers have a 1,731 cc V-Twin engine. Another model by Victor the Victory Vison range is also powered by the same engine.The Vegas range of Victories, the Vegas 8-Ball and Jackpot, are powered by the 16344 cc, Freedom V-Twin engine that has a 6-speed transmission. The Victory Kingpin cruiser model is also uses the same engine.

ROLLS-ROYCE GHOST

Boney — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 12:06:21 +0000

In the world of Rolls-Royce, arrives a new prince the Rolls-Royce Ghost. The Rolls-Royce Ghost is more of a drivers car than its elder brother Phantom. It is more faster, lighter and smaller than the Phantom.The most important aspect about the Rolls-Royce is its hand crafted quality.The Rolls-Royce Ghost comes with a 6.6 litre turbocharged V-12 engine giving a maximum power of 563 hp with a torque of 780 Nm @ 1500 rpm. It has a top speed of 250 kmph and can reach 0-100 kmph in 4.9 seconds.The cost comes to about us $ 250,000 much less compared to Phantom which costs about us $ 380,000.

FEATURES

It comes with a 19 inch alloy wheel with self-righting centres, 600 watt 16-Speaker sound system with 12.5 GB memory, four-zone climate control, door-housed umbrellas, intelligent air suspension, dynamic stability, curve speed limiter,dynamic stability control, dynamic break control,anti-roll stabilisation, rear lounge seat, xenon headlamps, dynamic brake control, and cornering brake control.

OPTIONAL FEATURES

It has an optional rear cool box with integrated champagne glass,picnic tables, rear TV/DVD players, massage seats, ventilated seats, silver satin bonnet, head-up display, night vision, individual rear lounge seating,20 inch alloy wheels, active cruise control, DAB tuner and panorama sunroof.

SPECIFICATION

ENGINE : 6.6 LITRE V 12
POWER : 563 bhp
MAXI TORQUE : 780 Nm @ 1500 rpm
TRANSMISSION : 8-Speed automatic

Omega Watches

admin — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 14:54:53 +0000

Omega is the most versatile brand among Swiss watches. Omega is having fans all around the world. Omega is having many credits attached with its name. Omega is the world leader for timekeeping in sports activities, water sports, space expeditions etc. With a history of more than 160 years Omega enjoys the major share of luxury watch market. Omega is powered with collections like Constellation, Seamaster, Speedmaster, De Ville, Speciality models etc.

Now Omega has launched their New Constellation collection. This collection named as “New Constellation” is a unique blend of best designs and latest technology. New Constellation collection has both traditional as well as modern designs. This is for the first time Omega introduced leather strap watches for ladies in the Constellation series. The major attraction of this series is white Constellation ladies timepiece. This model is featured with red gold case, alligator leather strap, Super luminova coated 18 ct gold Roman numeral dial etc.

The Black and Grey colored watches are fixed with 34 full cut diamonds. The special features of these models are black alligator straps and shaded grey dials. The super luminova coating on the hour and minute arms provide easy time monitoring in total darkness too.

New Constellation series is now the dream of thousands.

Luxury Watches

admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 12:32:08 +0000

Watches are the only Jewellery which almost all people use. They are not only time pieces but also a Jewel too. Watches are used by all kind of people but not all watches. Some watches are distinct, because they can be owned by rich, lucky and privileged souls. These time jewels are attached with a glittering price tag featuring a fortune not because of the ornamental value, but also with the high precision mechanisms, features and luxury heritage it owns.

This dream is christened in different names such as Rado, Rolex, Raymond Weil, Omega, Cartier, Esprit, Seiko, Citizen, Longines, Bulova, Hamilton, Ebel, Movado, Croton, Corum, Zodiac, Anne Klein, Kenneth Cole, Corum, Swiss Army, Tissot, Wenger, Breitling, Baume & Mercier, Concord, Tag Heuer, U-Boat, Zenith, Girard Perreguax, IWC, Jaeger LeCoultre, Ulysse Nardin, Audemars Piguet, Blancpain, Daniel Roth, Bvlgari, Harry Winston, Accutron, Armad Nicolet, Chopard, Delaneau, Dunhill, ESQ, Gerald Genta, Giuliano Mazzuoli, Golana Swiss, Gucci, Hublot, Jean Richard, Michele, Milleret, Panerai, Piaget, Porsche,Pulsar, Scatola Del Tempo, Swiss Kubik, Vacheron Constantin, Wittnauer etc
It is to be noted that a gadget becomes luxury or essential depending on its owner’s attitude.

Volkswagen’s Phaeton is the new word of Luxury

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:54:38 +0000

The Volkswagen’s Phaeton is one of the most luxurious cars in the upper premium car section. The one of the main attraction of the vehicle is it is by hand made. The phaeton gives the importance is to the luxury the company also take important to the luxury. The design of the car shows an extra ordinary dignity to the vehicle why because of the design is one of the most classical looks of the the premium cars. both the interior and the exterior of the car has a rich gently looks which gives an extra pound to the vehicle. The quality of the parts and the finish are quit imaginary to believe the perfection. The Volkswagen gives prime importance to the quality. The upper class car segment’s main look outs are the quality, finish, and the design… the three things are binded in phaeton. So the specification, features and luxury details are given in details to the below section.

Volkswagen first time launched their handmade luxurious car Phaeton in India. Phaeton is one of the main luxurious model of Volkswagen family. Phaeton has the same platform of Audi A8. It comes with V6, 3.6 ltr petrol engine which has the ability to produce maximum power of 280 bhp with the help of a 6 speed automatic transmission system. The main features of phaeton are draft less four-zone climate control system, air compressor suspension system, standard 4motion four wheel drive, 18-way adjustable electric seat, rear seat entertainment system, cruise control, leather upholstery and many more. Also it has many safety features like ABS, ESP, advanced pedestrian system and eight airbags. Phaeton is now manufacturing in Germany and importing directly to India. The price of the car is 7.5 million in Delhi ex-showroom.

Engine Specifications:

Displacement : 3600cc

No. of cylinders : V6

Fuel : Petrol

Maximum Power : 280 bhp @ 6250 rpm

Maximum Torque : 370 Nm @ 3500 rpm

Gearbox : 6 speed automatic

Wheel : 17”, 235/55 R17 Alloy wheels.

Safety and Security Features:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Electronic Stability control Program (ESP).
Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR).
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL).
Eight Airbags.
Front and rear fog lamps.
Tyre pressure indicator.
Anti-theft alarm system.

Luxurious Features:

Cruise control.
Climatronic auto air conditioner with multi zone temperature control.
18-way electrically adjustable front seats.
One-touch up and down Power windows.
Multi-function leather steering wheel.
Rain sensors.
Electric sunroof.
Electric adjustable ORVMs.
Integrated music system with GPS.
Bluetooth.
Front and rear parking sensors with rear-view camera.
Kessy.
Refrigerator.
Power steering with paddle shift.

The price of the vehicle is not much more because the vehicle gives more than what we really expect. So the phaeton is the one of the best option in luxury car section.

Cadilac Maharani Luxury Car

admin — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:42:25 +0000

The cadilac maharani, now you might be wondering why a 1950 model car is mentioned in a luxury symbols site. Let me say having antique luxury car in your backyard is a great symbol of luxury. It would have higher rating for luxury higher than camry or bmw.

This machine lets you relive the 50`s era, for the ones who are a little bit nostalgic. The actual show steeler is the marvelous interiors. The space for the front passenger has been used to keep a array of appliances. You can even keep a kitchen sink here(it is also called kitchen sink cadilac). This beauty can be yours if you can spare anything between $150,000 to $200,000.

Burj Dubai | Burj Khalifa | Luxury Buildings

admin — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 06:37:22 +0000

Burj Dubai turned Burj Khalifa

City: Dubai
Country: UAE
Height: 818m 2,684 feet
Floors: 160
Built: 2010
Use: Multiple Use

The latest Gulf news now has turned out to be the news of the whole world. The Burj Dubai now officially became the tallest building in the world when it opened on 4^th January 2010. But Burj Dubai now is known as the Burj Khalifa. World’s tallest building Burj Khalifa with 160 floors is situated in Dubai and is now the pride of UAE. The height of Burj Khalifa is 818m 2,684 ft and has multiple uses too. It has become world’s No. 1 destination too. This is a luxury building as it is designed to include 30,000 homes, nine hotels, 7.4 acres of parkland, least 19 residential towers, the Dubai Mall, and a 30 acres man-made Burj Khalifa Lake. Thus, it is a symbol of luxury building of the world. This is also a tourism oriented building. It now has to be entered in the Guinness Book for its amazing height. It will be the most visited tourist spot of Dubai for a couple of years. And Burj Khalifa for business people is the main centre.

It also has fifteen world records currently. Firstly, it the tallest skyscraper to top of spire: 828 m (2,717 ft). Secondly, the tallest structure ever built: 828 m (2,717 ft). Thirdly, the tallest extant structure: 828 m (2,717 ft). Fourthly, the tallest freestanding structure: 828 m (2,717 ft). Fifthly, the building with most floors: 160. Sixthly, it has the world’s highest elevator installation. Seventhly, it has world’s fastest elevators at speed of 64 km/h (40 mph). Eighthly, it has the highest vertical concrete pumping in 606 m (1,988 ft). Tenthly, it is the first world’s tallest structure in history to include residential space. The eleventh record of it is that it has the highest outdoor observation deck. The twelfth record marks the world’s highest mosque (located on the 158th floor). The elevator with the longest travel distance in the world is the thirteenth record. The tallest service elevator in the world grants it the fourteenth record and finally the fifteenth record of it is that it has the world’s highest installation of an aluminum and glass façade, at a height of 512 m (1,680 ft). Thus, it is greatly interesting to visit Burj Khalifa and its surroundings. With all these world records and the luxurious facilities in Burj Khalifa it is the most luxurious building of the world.

Today is has been the icon of prestige to Dubai. The half-mile-high tower Burj Khalifa gives additional publicity to Dubai. Burj Dubai means “Dubai Tower” in Arabic.

The 160-storied Burj Khalifa building built at an estimated cost of $1.5 billion attracted thousands of spectaculars for its inauguration ceremony that combined a dazzling sound and light show. Burj Khalifa previously known as Burj Dubai was unveiled at a glittering ceremony by Shaikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

The top ten tallest buildings of the world today are Burj Khalifa, Taipei 101, Shanghai World Financial Centre, International Commerce Centre, Petronas Tower 1 and Petronas Tower 2 (both are in the fifth position with 452 ft height), Nanjing Greenland Financial Centre, Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Guangzhou West Tower, Two International Financial Centre and the tenth tallest tower is Jin Mao Tower.

Here is the brief information about the world’s top ten buildings.

Top 1/10 tallest building of the world

Burj Dubai
City: Dubai
Country: UAE
Height: 818m 2,684 feet
Floors: 160
Built in: 2010
Use: Multiple Use

Top 2/10 tallest building of the world

Taipei 101
City: Taipei
Country: Taiwan (ROC)
Height: 509m 1,671 feet
Floors: 101
Built in: 20040
Use: Multiple Use

Top 3/10 tallest building of the world

Shanghai World Financial Centre (left)
City: Shanghai
Country: China (PRC)
Height: 492m 1, 614 feet
Floors: 101
Built in: 2008
Use: Office

Top 4/10 tallest building of the world

International Commerce Centre
City: Hong Kong
Country: Hong Kong
Height: 483m 1, 584 feet
Floors: 118
Built in: 2009
Use: Multiple Use

Top 5/10 tallest building of the world

Petronas Tower 1
City: Kuala Lumpur
Country: Malaysia
Height: 452m 1, 483 feet
Floors: 88
Built in: 1998
Use: Office

Petronas Tower 2
City: Kuala Lumpur
Country: Malaysia
Height: 452m 1, 483 feet
Floors: 88
Built in: 1998
Use: Office

Top 6/10 tallest building of the world

Nanjing Greenland Financial Centre
City: Nanjing
Country: China (PRC)
Height: 450m 1, 476 feet
Floors 89
Built in: 2009
Use: Multiple Use

Top 7/10 tallest building of the world

Willis Tower (Sears Tower)
City: Chicago
Country: United States
Height: 442m 1, 451 feet
Floors: 108
Built in: 1974
Use: Office

Top 8/10 tallest building of the world

Guangzhou West Tower
City: Guangzhou
Country: China (PRC)
Height: 440m 1, 444 feet
Floors: 103
Built in: 2009
Use: Multiple Use

Top 9/10 tallest building of the world

Two International Financial Centre
City: Hong Kong
Country: Hong Kong
Height: 416m 1, 362 feet
Floors: 88
Built in: 2003
Use: Office

Top 10/10 tallest building of the world

Jin Mao Tower (right)
City: Shanghai
Country: China (PRC)
Height: 421m 1, 380 feet
Floors: 88
Built in: 1998
Use: Multiple Use

Luxury New Year Cards

admin — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:55:27 +0000

New Year is the one and only celebration celebrated by all the nationalities with equal importance. Whether rich or poor, all celebrate New Year as this is the time we take resolutions mostly and try to make some improvement in our life either physical or mental. This is the time the old person in each of die and a new man with great enthusiasm and goals take birth. This is the birthday of the spiritual man in you and I. Therefore, it is important to wish our dear and dear ones on this special occasion as they are deciding to change and trying to be new or better human beings. You can be proud that you have a great role in their success by wishing them a happy new year.

Keeping this in mind the Luxury New Year Cards market is back again with better force providing you all that you need. There are various types of luxury New Year cards in shops. You can select New Year cards according to your likeness.

There are also New Year greeting cards with animations, decorations, music, etc. The cheap rate luxury New Year cards have a great variety in color and message combinations. They are also available in different themes depending on who do we want to send them. So, its already time for you to visit the nearest New Year card shop and select the best one. This is the best way to express your love, gratitude, care, etc. towards your dear ones.

New Year is the best occasion to be friend with anyone if you have some hatred with anybody. This is the time of forgiveness and reunion. That’s why all the members of the family working and living different parts of the country or world get together on the New Year. Find the best luxury New Year card online and send them to who so ever you want to.

Luxury Greeting Cards

admin — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:50:20 +0000

In the olden days people used to wish each other by sending cards only on the occasions of Christmas and New Year world wide. But now the trend is wide spread and we wish others on various occasions like Birthdays, Anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, feasts, festivals and so on. So, there are different types of greeting cards including Christmas Luxury Greeting Cards, Luxury New Year greeting cards, etc.

You also be thinking why to send Luxury Greeting Cards as it takes lot of time and expensive. Rather, you may be thinking to send greetings online via emails. But the online greetings you send are only forwards and not genuine. To be frank most people don’t like to get online forward whether on internet or in mobile phones though almost all of them do the same. The special feeling that one has towards others can be better expressed when the greeting card is send. And these satisfactions as you know is not found while forwarding the messages and mails you receive. So, most of the people are now interested in receiving luxury greeting cards. Just imagine what will be your feeling if you receive a Christmas greeting card just one or two days before the Christmas day when you have not send them the cards. And you may not even have enough time to buy

Luxury Greeting Cards and send them before Christmas. And it is not good send belated wishes. So, you may be in great trouble too. So, don’t wait anymore send luxury wishing cards in advance so that let you near ones know how careful and loving you are. This is the best way to expresses your love and concern for them.