Patterned after the sailing canoes of the 1800s, the Caillou boat functions like a kayak with the ease of use of a daysailer. Caillou has been making these “better small boats” for 15 years now, giving us the option to sail or paddle. In this world of “the bigger, the better,” a Caillou boat is a nostalgic tribute to the traditional but with a modern twist.
Set sail across the water without having to worry about wind patterns when you return. When it’s time to head home, just furl and stow the rig and bring out the Greenland style kayak paddles. If it’s exercise you want, then start your trip with the kayak and head for the beach. After a sumptuous picnic, you may be too full to padde away. No problem. You can always sail home.
The black fiberglass version shown here is a special limited edition. The deck and hull are solid fiberglass with mahogany trimming. The fiberglass seats, which are not attached to the boat enabling you to use it as camping seats, come with floatation devices. The boat can seat 2 adults comfortably and has a maximum capacity of about 500 lbs. There’s plenty of room to store supplies making it possible to turn your day trip into an overnighter.
This Caillou sailing canoe sells for £5,460 (or appoximately US$ 8,500). Only 5 editions were made of this version so hurry and order your Caillou online now.
For all the darling men out there, if you have $1200 that you want to burn away on something travel- and grooming-related, take a look at the all new limited edition Deluxe Weekender from Anthony Logistics For Men and Morgan Gray’s.
Essentially the weekender is an oversized travel bag with full size versions of Anthony Logistics For Men grooming products. The bags are genuine leather made by leather specialists Morgan Gray’s – reputable for luxurious and All-Americana vibe.
The travel bag has been custom designed and the leather is vege-dyed. The entire kit includes: glycolic facial Cleanser, facial scrub, pre-shave oil, shave cream, sea salt body scrub, glycerine hand and body lotion, after shave calm, razor burn repair and citrus body gel.
Morgan Gray’s says their leather has been crafted from American masters and their apprentices, upholding the quality of American leather that was a century ago considered the best in the world.
This early, the iconic all-suite Burj Al Arab in Dubai has put together a tempting New Year’s Eve offer that those seeking a more exotic alternative to welcoming 2009 will surely find hard to resist. The package, which starts at approximately US$ 38,000, includes accommodation for 10 nights in one of their deluxe suites plus breakfast, cocktails, a New Year’s Eve dinner and drinks during the after dinner party.
The Burj is known the world over for its celebrations but the panoramic views of the Arabian gulf from your suite will wake you up even after a night of hard partying and take your breath away every time.
There is no end to the opulence that is the Burj. From the moment you check-in, which, by the way, you do in the comfort of your suite, to the minute you leave the lobby, the luxuries are afforded you in abundance. For the traveler who still wants to do some business while waiting for the party, the suites have an office area where a laptop, Internet access, a fax machine, printer and copier are provided.
For the leisure traveler, the possibilities are endless. If you opt to stay within the confines of your suite, which, in this case, is justifiable, there is a 42-inch plasma TV, video on-demand, a DVD player and 93 cable channels to choose from right in your suite’s living area. If you want to relax, there is a jacuzzi in the bathroom. Your butler can draw a bath for you using Hermes toiletries and Aromatherapy Associates bath oils. He will probably also ask for your choice of music while he’s at it.
If you want to venture out and check out the Burj’s other facilities, why not try one of the nine restaurants and lounges inside the hotel? Your suite’s own jacuzzi too confined for you? Then proceed to the 18th floor and visit the Assawan Spa & Health Club.
Take a dip in one of two infinity pools before you get your oriental massage from the one of the spa’s experienced attendants.
Since luxury and extravagance are the theme of this vacation, ask for one of the Rolls-Royce from the hotel’s own fleet to take you out shopping.
Or go all-out and take the Burj’s helicopter for a scenic tour over Dubai.
Is there a more lavish way to end the year and welcome the new one than this?
Featuring the largest and most exclusive penthouses on the West Coast, Setai San Diego is a new premier luxury hotel located in San Diego’s downtown financial district, due to open its 9000-pound bronze doors in early December, 2008. Designed by the Rockwell group and a member of the Preferred Hotel Group, Setai San Diego has zen-like qualities and luxury standards in service and décor.
There is a world class spa facility, gourmet restaurant, rooftop pool and deck, recording studio, private screening room, and 20,000 square feet of function space for events, meetings, balls or weddings.
“Setai San Diego is the perfect destination for an urban retreat, and we are delighted to be able to offer discerning travelers and luxury-seekers the highest standards in service, design, and amenities,” said General Manager Craig Waterman.
Each of the three Grand Penthouses feature three bedrooms, three full baths, full Italian kitchen, dining room, full bar, six flat screen TVs, and a rooftop patio terrace with sundeck, Jacuzzi, chaise-lounge beds, private massage areas and 360 degree views.
The famed health spa/hotel has an amaising location overlooking Lake Zürich and the Alps. The grand hotel has been re-fashioned by a star team of Foster and Partners, interior design by United Designers, also of London, and the spa concept by Arizona based Sylvia Sepielli.
The Dolder Grand Spa is a lush, 4,000 square metre complex, created according to a concept developed by the spa expert Sylvia Sepielli and reflecting European and Japanese influences. It comprises a large Aqua Zone, 21 treatment rooms, workout, movement and mind/body studios and a medical wellness centre.
Fourhigh end suites inspired by four famed guests. The topmost, 4,300 square-foot (400 square-meter) Maestro Suite in the style of Herbert von Karajan. This sweeping two-level suite features a circular tower dining room,red leather chairs, dark timbers, pale-marble bathrooms with whirlpools and steam showers (and one with a sauna), massive windows and a lounge style terrace.
Surrealist Alberto Giacometti inspired the Carezza Suite on the top floor of the spa wing. Organic shapes, a peaceful and warm lounge feel, and an ultra modern fireplace. The two-bedroom suite has a separate living room, TV lounge and marble bathrooms.
Suite 100: Inspired by the Rolling Stones. The mood of the interior is set by retro-style furniture and a predominantly black and pink décor redolent of the Swinging Sixties.
Giulietta Masina suite, actress and wife of Federico Fellini. A little glamour of the 1950s cinema. the Masina Suite on the top floor of the Spa Wing has a distinctive Italian interior. At the centre of the generously sized living room is an elegant, light-coloured Fendi sofa, and the suite offers another attractive facility in the shape of a billiard table.
