LuxBoston.com, a highly targeted and exclusive city specific luxury guide recently teams up with Apollo Jets to service some of Boston and New England’s affluent.

Apollo Jets is a New York based Jet Charter Service. “We arrange luxury private jet flights for our clients from and to anywhere in the world. Get access to virtually every size and type of aircraft and the industry’s most flexible, client-centered arrangements.”

Some of Apollo Jets Celebrity Clients include the Boston Celtics own Shaquille O’Neal, Nominated Filmmaker, Director and Writer Spike Lee, The Chicago bulls Carlos Boozer  and many more.

See them as advertised on LuxBoston.com for more information on Apollo Jets!

APOLLO JETS

Bombardier Aerospace reaffirmed its influence on the large business jet category by introducing two new jets, the Global 7000 and Global 8000 aircraft. These large cabin aircraft will feature GE’s new emission cutting TechX engine.



The Canadian company’s flagship Global aircraft family covers the large, ultra-long-range category with

four aircraft models, the Global 5000, Global Express XRS, Global 7000 and 8000 jets. The Global 7000

will have a 7,300 nm range, while the Global 8000 will be able to fly a globe-girdling 7,900 nm.

“Bombardier’s commitment to innovation, ongoing investment in product development strategy and

strength as the industry leader are key contributors to our overall success,” said Steve Ridolfi, president,

Bombardier Business Aircraft. “By extending this great aircraft family, we are once again offering a business jet travel experience that is unmatched and ahead of its time.”

Bombardier first introduced the Global Express in 1996, starting what is now a family of ultra-long-range aircraft. Bombardier’s new Global 7000 and 8000 will feature an all-new high-speed transonic wing, designed

to significantly optimize aerodynamic efficiency.

The GE TechX engine on the Global 7000 and 8000 will offer improved efficiency, including reduced NOX emissions that are 50 percent below ICAO’s upcoming Civil Aircraft Emissions Protocol (CAEP-6) regulations and 8-percent better fuel efficiency overall when compared to the Global Express XRS.

“The Global 7000 and Global 8000 jets will give our customers the ability to reach more destinations

non-stop than ever before,” said Ridolfi.

Featuring a high-speed cruise of M 0.90, the aircraft are designed to be able to connect to more key

cities non-stop around the world through a combination of range, fuel efficiency and balanced field length.

Global 7000 and 8000 will also feature spacious cabins, including enlarged windows and an innovative

approach to cabin zones, which increases customer’s flexibility and choice when defining their floor plan.

We hear that Bombardier is aiming to take Gulfstream’s place as king of the skies as the worlds most expensive business jet. They are set to launch two new models. The Global 7000 and 8000, which will cost around $65 million apiece, will beat the high-speed range of the $58.5 million Gulfstream G650.

New Bombardier Jets

They are going to have to make a song called “Like a Global 8″ in replace of ‘Like a G6 from Far east movement lol. Both new private jets will have a high-speed cruise of Mach 0.90; the 7000 will have a range of 7,300 nmi at Mach 0.85, while the 8000′s range will top out at 7,900 nmi at Mach 0.85. Both will borrow elements from the existing Global Express XRS and 5000.

Besides being the world’s most expensive private jets, these fuel efficient models will also steal some other titles. The 7000 is all set to have the largest cabin in business aviation while the 8,000 will brag of the longest range.

The new models with luxury fittings and amenities are designed to cater to the high flyer’s in India, Asia and UAE. The 7000 has a capacity to hold 10 passengers while the 8000 can accommodate 8 passengers. However, Gulfstream need not burst into a sweat yet as the first of these models is expected to be ready for delivery only by 2016.

Yes you are reading this correctly, just a few weeks after the showing of the Burj Khalifa we hear that its already facing competition. Plans for a new superscraper in our own backyard of Miami could win the title of the worlds tallest building. Forget about the Burj Khalifa??? WOW i would love to see this happen!

According to Miami herald, Kobi Karp has submitted designs for Miapolis, a ‘city within a city’ planned for Watson Island. If built, the 160 storey building will be 183 meters higher than the Burj Khalifa. What is more, the Miapolis will boasts of an amusement park, observatory, restaurants, 1.96 million sq ft of shops, over 1000 apartments, 1 million sq ft office space and a 792 room hotel.

Besides being a rival to the Burj Khalifa, the new building if built will function as an economic engine creating 5,000 permanent jobs, paying off $39 million debt owed to the City and injecting $2.5 billion annually into the local economy.

The project is currently looking for funding from investors. With Miami’s current financial woes including a reported 100,000 plus properties in foreclosure, wonder if this project is the right defense to promote economic growth.

Miapolis

March 18 is the set date for Italian Fashion designer Giorgio Armani to open his fashion labels first hotel in the tallest building in the world at the Burj Khalifa. The Burj Khalifa is formerly known as the Burj Dubai.

Giorgio Armani!

At the opening of the Burj Khalifa it was announced that the exquisite Armani hotel would open its doors on March 18. The Armani Hotel, a £925million ($1,447million) partnership between Armani and Emaar Properties, will occupy 37 floors of this iconic building.

The first Armani Resort is due to open in Marrakech, while ‘Residency Villas’ are underway in Marassi (Egypt).

Overall, Armani “plans to open at least ten hotels and resorts within the next ten years,” according to a statement.

The brand joins the likes of Versace, Christian Lacroix, and Missoni which have all opened fashion hotels in the past, with the latter planning openings in Brazil and South Africa.

Bookings for Armani’s first hotel will be accepted from late January, but eager travelers can already register online to receive updates on the hotel and its special offers.

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Giorgio Armani

The Burj Dubai was started at the height of the economic boom and built buy at least 12,000 laborers. The Burj Dubai is set to open today as the worlds tallest building and will set records as so. The Burj is expected to rekindle optimism after its financial crisis.

Burj-Dubai

Burj Dubai, whose opening has been delayed twice since construction began in 2004, will mark another milestone for the deeply indebted emirate with a penchant for seeking new records.

Dubai, one of seven members of the United Arab Emirates, gained a reputation for excess with the creation of man-made islands shaped like palms and an indoor ski slope in the desert.

The tower’s height has been kept a closely guarded secret until now. Developer Emaar Properties PJSC will reveal the height — known to exceed 800 meters (2,625 feet) — on Tuesday and Dubai’s ruler will inaugurate the opening. Emaar, the Burj’s developer, has said the entire Downtown Burj Dubai development, which includes the tower, will cost $US20 billion to build. What is more, it was reported that at their peak, some apartments in the Burj were selling for more than $US 1,900 per square foot, though they now can go for less than half that. And if developers are to be believed, the entire building is already sold out.

Located at the historic intersection of Hollywood and Vine, W Hollywood Residences is center-stage for Hollywood’s second Golden Age. The iconic property features 143 W-branded residences paired to the amenities and services of the adjacent 305 room W Hollywood Hotel. Residents will benefit from having access to Delphine brasserie by Innovative Dining Group (IDG), Drai’s Hollywood nightclub by Victor Drai, Bliss Spa, Sweat Fitness, in addition to W’s legendary Whatever/Whenever® concierge services.

Marty Collins – W Hollywood Residences Visionaries

Meet Marty Collins, CEO of Gatehouse Capital and the visionary behind the development and creation of W Hollywood Hotel & Residences.

Jim McPartlin – W Hollywood Residences Visionaries

Introducing Mr. Jim McPartlin, General Manager of W Hollywood Hotel & Residences. Discover his passion points for service, scene and style as he shares his vision for this iconic Hollywood address, opening January 2010.

Victor Drai – W Hollywood Residences Visionaries

Introducing Victor Drai, the world renowned nightclub impresario now bringing his signature Drai’s Hollywood to a dramatic rooftop venue at the W Hollywood. Find out why the visionary behind Tryst, XS and Drai’s in Las Vegas is ready to make a triumphant return to LA at the iconic intersection of Hollywood & Vine.

Eddie Abeyta – W Hollywood Residences Visionaries

Introducing Eddie Abeyta of HKS Architects, the award winning Architect responsible for W Hollywood Hotel & Residences. Discover his vision for classic Hollywood glamour in a modern context at Hollywood & Vine, and his passion for the idea of an integrated lifestyle that raises the standard for modern form and purposeful function.

Lee Maen – W Hollywood Residences Visionaries

Meet Lee Maen of Innovative Dining Group, partner with the visionary firm behind Delphine Brasserie, W Hollywood’s signature restaurant. Find out what the culinary trendsetters behind the LA hotspots Boa, Katana, and Sushi Roku have planned at the iconic corner of Hollywood & Vine.

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Maranda Blanton – W Hollywood Residences Visionaries

Introducing Maranda Blanton, Sales Manager for W Hollywood Residences. Enjoy her description of the lifestyle residents will enjoy at this iconic address, along with an invitation to qualified trendsetters to receive a private introduction to this World of WoW and current purchase options.

On Monday 7th December Virgin Galactic unveiled SpaceShipTwo to the world at Mojave Spaceport, California. 800 press, future astronauts and VIP guests gathered in the desert for a press conference and to view the roll out of the world’s first commercial spaceline.

Sir Richard Branson and Burt Rutan led the press conference, special recognition went to the team at Scaled Composites whose hard work and dedication have made this happen. Governors Bill Richardson and Arnold Schwarzenegger both contributed at the press conference, celebrating this huge milestone and also joining Holly, Richard’s daughter in naming the spaceship, VSS Enterprise.

Despite gale force winds and stormy weather, guests gathered on the runway after the press conference to see SpaceShipTwo for the first time. The spaceship was carried down the runway by her mothership, VMS Eve, to a spectacular display of lights, music and snow which only helped increase the anticipation of her arrival and excitement and awe as she appeared before the crowds.

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Virgin Galactic

We recently did a blog about the amazing Yaz Hotel. It has finally opened its doors to the world on October 30, 2009. The Yas has bragging rights of being the largest LED Project in the World which is controlled though a RDM (remote device management) system. Timed to launch alongside the inaugural 2009 Formula 1 Etihad Airways  Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the hotel is located at the heart of all the racing action.

YAS HOTEL

The Yas Hotel was built by Aldar Properties and designed by the amazing Asymptote Architecture. The hotel is rated 5- stars and boast 500 rooms with 279,000 square feet of amazingness! The outer shell of the Yas is like an exoskeleton which has more than 5,300 diamond-shaped steel panels, and has up to 5000 RGBW LED fixtures.

YAS HOTEL

New York based-lighting design firm Arup Lighting has used a lighting device by ‘e:cue lighting control’ to generate effects through changing colors and pre-defined 3D low-resolution video content atop the grid-shell. The hotel has a vehicle to run on a passing bridge to commute between the two hotel winds even when the F1 races are on.

The Hotel is sited on land and water celebrating both the raceway circuit as well as the Yas Marina. The Yas Hotel will be a key feature of the upcoming grand finale to the Formula One circuit for 2009 on November 1 and seen by over 600 million viewers world wide during the race day coverage.

Situated high on a bluff overlooking the majestic Pacific Ocean, stands a landmark resort of legendary proportions. The five-diamond St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa, built in Tuscan-style, is devoted to the pursuit of service and elegance with a seamless blend of comfort and technology.

It is a resort that is the first of its kind, an ideal combination of luxurious rooms, a breathtaking location, world-class spa, private beach club, and oceanfront golf course.

The luxurious 400-room oceanfront resort features oversized guestrooms, including 74 suites and 21 guestrooms on the Astor Floor, and the finest luxury amenities and personalized services. Guest rooms at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa average a generous 535 square feet and feature dramatic, contemporary décor with custom-designed furniture, wood shutters, marble bathrooms, private balconies, richly textured fabrics, goose down comforters, silky 300-thread count sheets and charming residential touches such as live potted trees and fresh flowers in every room.

A luxury coastal retreat awaits you at The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa, offering spacious guestrooms, a gorgeous view of the Pacific Ocean, an exclusive beach club with “Surf Butlers”, an award-winning Spa Gaucin, on-site championship golf course Monarch Beach Golf Links and six ocean-view restaurants.

The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa

Location:

Orange County/John Wayne (SNA) – 25 minutes, 21 miles. Los Angeles International (LAX) – 58 minutes, 60 miles. San Diego International (SAN) – 64 minutes, 68 miles. Long Beach/Daugherty Field (LGB) 41 minutes, 41 miles.

Based in New York Asymptote Architecture is nearing completion of their yas hotel project,
in Abu Dhabi, UAE. the Yas Hotel is a 500-room, 85,000-square-meter complex which is
was due to open on october 30, 2009 to coincide with the formula 1 Etihad airways,
Abu Dhabi grand prix.

the Yas Hotel is part of the ambitious 36-billion-dollar yas marina development
and accompanying formula 1 raceway circuit, which is also near completion.

the main feature of the project’s design is a 217-meter expanse of sweeping, curvilinear
forms constructed of steel and 5,800 pivoting diamond-shaped glass panels. this grid
shell component affords the building an architecture comprised of an atmospheric
like veil that contains two hotel towers and a link bridge constructed as a monocoque
sculpted steel object passing above the formula 1 track that makes its way through
the building complex. the grid-shell visually connects and fuses the entire complex
together while producing optical effects and spectral reflections that play against the
surrounding sky, sea and desert landscape. the architecture as a whole ‘performs’ as
both an environmentally responsive solution as well as an architecture of spectacle
and event.

The Yas Hotel

the yas hotel, abu dhabi, uae 2007–2009
by asymptote: hani rashid + lise anne couture
image courtesy asymptote architecture

Yas Hotel

the yas hotel, abu dhabi, uae 2007–2009
by asymptote: hani rashid + lise anne couture
image courtesy asymptote architecture

The Yas Hotel

the yas hotel, abu dhabi, uae 2007–2009
by asymptote: hani rashid + lise anne couture
image courtesy asymptote architecture

The Yas Hotel

the yas hotel, abu dhabi, uae 2007–2009
by asymptote: hani rashid + lise anne couture
image courtesy asymptote architecture

The Yas Hotel

the yas hotel facade with glass panels
image courtesy asymptote architecture

The Yas Hotel

the yas hotel facade with glass panels
image courtesy asymptote architecture

The Yas Hotel

construction of the yas hotel
image courtesy asymptote architecture

The Yas Hotel

construction of the steel facade frame
image courtesy asymptote architecture

The Yas Hotel

construction of the steel facade frame
image courtesy asymptote architecture

the yas hotel interior image courtesy asymptote architecture

The Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi is a truly remarkable hotel and a place to be Envied!

Compact, lightweight, and stylish, the Mercedes-Benz folding bike offers a high-end option when high class must meet high functionality. The convenient framework allows the bike to be broken down with two simple folds, taking only a few seconds. Additionally, the bike seat can effortlessly fold down onto the frame, making it easier to roll through cramped environments. Understand, though, that this is no kid’s bike. Rugged, Continental tires, an 8-speed shift, luggage rack, a set of disc brakes, bolt lock, and protective covering make this $2,400.00 bike worth every penny.

Mercedes-Benz pushbikes are always special but the latest collection, released this week, includes a very clever Foldingbike with two different folded positions. Fully folded, it’s a very small package, while the “shuttle” position allows the bike to be pushed and steered – ideal for easy carriage using public transport.

When completely folded down, the Mercedes-Benz Folding bike requires little space. In this position, it only measures 80x80x35 cm, enabling it to be packed away in the supplied high-quality carrying bag. Accordingly, the bike can be easily stowed in a car trunk, camper van, office or yacht. Essentially, it’s as good as a constant companion – it can go wherever you go.

The patented folding mechanism is particularly easy to operate – folding and unfolding the bike takes only a few seconds, and no tools are required.

The aluminum frame has a suspension travel of 40 mm at both front and rear, and this is adjustable for individual riding comfort. A Shimano 8-speed dérailleur gear makes for relaxed cycling, while disc brakes ensure a high level of safety. A side stand, protective metal cover and a variable luggage rack make this extraordinary bike ideal for day-to-day use. The new Mercedes-Benz Folding bike comes in silver or white, and costs EUR1700.

MS Oasis of the Seas is a cruise ship in the fleet of Royal Caribbean International. Company officials are banking that its novelty will help guarantee its success. Five times larger than theTitanic, the $1.5 billion ship has seven neighborhoods, an ice rink, a small golf course and a 750-seat outdoor amphitheater. It has 2,700 cabins and can accommodate 6,300 passengers and 2,100 crew members. Weighing in at  225,282 ton and measuring 1,181ft this luxury cruise ship can be seen for miles to be envied.

CRUISE SHIP STATS:

-Maiden Voyage December 2009

-220,000 Gross Tons

-5,400 Passenger Occupancy

-16 Decks

-7 Distinct Neigborhoods

-2,700 Total Staterooms

-37 Different Category Staterooms

-Sails Eastern & Western Caribbean Cruises Round-trip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida

ONBOARD PUBLIC VENUES:

-Central Park Neigborhood

-Boardwalk Neigborhood

-Royal Promenade Neigborhood

-4 Unknown Neigborhoods To Be Announced

-AquaTheater

-Two Rock Climbing Walls

-Zip Line

-Carousel

-Rising Tide Bar

-Crystal Canopies

-Madame Zahara’s Psychic and tattoo parlor

-More Public Venues To Be Announced Soon!

RESTAURANT OPTIONS:

-Johnny Rockets

-Seafood Shack

-Boardwalk Donut Shop & Coffe Bar

-Ice Cream Parlor

-150 Central Park

-Chops Grille

-Antonio’s Table

-Central Park Cafe

-Sorrento’s Pizzareia

-Cafe Promenade

-More Dining Options To Be Announced Soon!

BARS:

-Boardwalk Bar

-Vintages Wine Bar

-Canopy Bar

-Rising Tide Bar

-Globe and Atlas Pub

-Schooner Bar

-Boleros Latin Bar

-Champagne Bar

STATEROOM ACCOMMODATIONS:

-Inside Staterooms

-Ocean-view Staterooms

-Balcony Staterooms

-Promenade-View Staterooms

-Boardwalk View / Boardwalk Balcony View Staterooms

-Central Park View / Central Park Balcony View Staterooms

- Family Inside / Family Ocean-view / Family Balcony / Family Suites

- Junior Suites

-Grand Suites

- Family Suites

-Owner’s Suites

-Presidential Suites

-Royal Suites

-AquaTheater Suites

-Crown Loft Suites

-Sky Loft Suites

-Royal Loft Suites

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1. The Burj Dubai is the tallest building and tallest man-made structure in the world.  It surpassed the Taipei 101 in July 2007 and became the tallest building and became the tallest freestanding structure when it surpassed the CN Tower in September 2007.
2. The contractor for the project is the South Korean-based company, Samsung, along with Besix (Belgian firm) and local Arabtec.
3. The Burj Dubai is located on Sheikh Zayed Road at the intersection of Doha Street.
4. The Burj Dubai, a $4.1 billion project, is part of the larger $20 billion Downtown Dubai development project.
5. Groundbreaking took place on September 21, 2004.  Construction is scheduled to complete in September 2009.
6. The height of the tower is estimated at 818 meters (2,684 feet)
7. The Burj Dubai has 164 stories
8. The floor area of the Burj Dubai is 334,000 square meters or 3,595,100 square feet.
9. The spire of the Burj Dubai can be seen from a distance up to 95 kilometers.
10. The Burj Dubai will have the tallest observation deck at 442 meters high
11. The tower’s curtain will be the length of approximately 25 football fields.
12. The total amount of concrete used on the building is the equivalent weight of about 100,000 elephants
13. Condensated water is collected with a pipe and is stored beneath the parking garage and used for irrigation of the landscaping surrounding the tower.  15 million gallons of water, or about 20 Olympic sized swimming pools, are required for the tower’s use.
14. The cooling requirements of the Burj Dubai are equivalent to about 10,000 tons of melting ice
15. The Burj Dubai’s water system supplied about 250,000 gallons of water
16. The building’s electricity is 36mV, which is the equivalent of about 360,000 100 watt bulbs
17. The Burj Dubai has the fastest elevators in the world.  The double deck cabins can travel up to 18 meters per second or 40 miles per hour.
18. The tower also has the highest service elevator in the world.
19. The Burj Dubai has the first controlled and programmed evacuation in the world.
20. The building houses a 15,00 square foot fitness facility
21. The Burj Dubai has a cigar club

San Alfonso del Mar in Chile hosts this man-made wonder which is 1013 meters long covers 80 acres, its deepest end reaches 115ft and it holds 66 million gallons of water. If you want to take a dip in the world’s largest swimming pool you’ll have to travel to San Alfonso del Mar in Algarrobo,Chile, where a computer-controlled suction and filtration system continuously pumps water from the ocean, keeping crystal clear.

COST is around $2BILLION USD to build and $4million USD per year in maintenance.

Im not sure if Abu Dhabi is a little Envious of Dubai. I think they are tired of Dubai always stealing the limelight as the star of the United Arab Emirates, but that may change.  Abu Dhabi is constructing a  F1 spec race track and a Ferrari-based theme park set to open in 2010.

Ferrai World Abu Dhabi Theme Park

This park will feature an iconic red roof thats supposed to be directly inspired by the classic double curve side profile of the Ferrari GT body, spanning 2,152,782 square feet and carrying the largest Ferrari logo ever created.

The theme park would include amazing rides, a roller-coaster which is being touted as the world’s fastest and also a simulated F1 car ride.

Great, now Lamborghini is going to have something to be Envious about!!

W Retreat & Spa Maldives is a private island and luxury playground, where style flirts with the soul in a wonderland of white-sand beaches, turquoise lagoons and breathtaking reefs.

W Retreat & Spa Maldives

The W Retreat & Spa Maldives

The W Retreat & Spa Maldives

The W Retreat & Spa Maldives

The W Retreat & Spa Maldives

The Rock Bar is Bali’s latest luxury that literally sits on the rocks  above the ocean!

Access to the bar is by an inclinator that moves up and down the cliff face.

The Rock Bar is a spectacular feat of architecture and engineering well not if your afraid of heights!

Designed by Yasuhiro Koichi of Japan’s Design Studio SPIN it offers uninterrupted, 360-degree views from every single vantage point.

The Rock Bar truly leaves a lasting impression and it’s one of the best places in Bali to view the sunset.