Otilia Drăgan
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A master’s in International Relations, as well as working in online media for more than five years, have given her a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other.
Homes on wheels, aircraft or boats, these fresh, sometimes quirky, ideas from all over the world are worth sharing.
Gorgeous Tiny House Packed With Modern Features Flaunts the Perfect Loft Bedroom
18 Jul 2023, 04:58 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Tiny homes on wheels and the great Australian landscape seem to be a match made in heaven. Self-contained, off-grid houses on wheels are one of the ways to fully enjoy Australia's incredible natural environment while also dealing with its inhe...
The Lovingly-Restored Nostalgia Is a Classic Masterpiece Worth Over $15M
17 Jul 2023, 05:48 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / You'd think someone who can spend millions of dollars on a pleasure craft would choose a brand-new, shiny superyacht. Still, the magical charm of a classic vessel with decades behind it is like a siren's song: unique and impossible to res...
Australian Fixed-Wing Drone Makes Its Debut in Michigan
17 Jul 2023, 04:06 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Volanti is the name of an Australian-made drone claiming to be no less than the most advanced all-electric, fixed-wing UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) in the world. Built for challenging tasks, it recently started participating in a major agricultura...
The Swiss Army Knife of Drones Is Taking Shape in Europe
17 Jul 2023, 03:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you haven't heard about the Aero2, you'll know when it enters service. This atypical aircraft with all the qualities of a Swiss-made product has already conquered the US market. Right now, top players in Switzerland's aviation ind...
Well-Crafted Tiny Reveals the Lavish Spaciousness of a Luxury Cottage
17 Jul 2023, 02:07 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Tiny homes on wheels (THOWS) are typically considered efficient housing alternatives for individuals or couples. Yet, their outstanding versatility can make room even for larger families. Margo II is the reinterpretation of a popular Canadian desig...
Royal Navy’s First Inspiration-Class Frigate to Be Officially Launched Next Year
14 Jul 2023, 05:50 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / This week was extra special for nine Royal Navy sailors led by Senior Naval Officer Commander Chris Cozens. They got to meet HMS Venturer and admire it up close. This will be the Navy's first unit in the new Type 31 frigate class, and these ni...
Feadship’s Latest Japandi Masterpiece Sold in Just Six Weeks for Nearly $150M
14 Jul 2023, 04:47 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The first half of 2023 has brought quite a few impressive sales on the pre-loved superyacht market. Things aren't going that bad for new builds, either. This massive 235-footer (72 meters) didn't have to wait more than a few weeks to find...
This Reinvented Dutch Icon for Private Exploration Is Where Tradition Meets Innovation
14 Jul 2023, 03:52 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / A luxury yacht owner who's also the captain of his own ship is a rare bird these days. Yet, there are folks out there who believe that an adventurous spirit isn't necessarily incompatible with luxury or with the current green navigation t...
One of the Most Romantic Tiny Homes Exudes Next-Level Luxury
14 Jul 2023, 02:14 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the most popular tiny home builders in North America, Teacup Tiny Homes, won the hearts of its customers with The Florence, a wonderful design that quickly became iconic. To this day, The Florence continues to show that high customization an...
Emirates Kicks Off Luxury Charter Services Aboard the Iconic Phenom 100
13 Jul 2023, 06:39 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The winner of no less than five prestigious awards last year, including "Best Airline in the World” and "Best Airline in the Middle East," Emirates is constantly looking for new opportunities to shine. The most recent innovatio...
A Futuristic Vertiport Will Open in Texas Next Year
13 Jul 2023, 05:33 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The much-talked-about AAM (Advanced Air Mobility) isn't just about new generations of zero-emission aircraft but also a fresh perspective on the related infrastructure. The upcoming Greenport International Airport (GIA) was already designed to...
The Fierce Baron Trenck Pairs Monster Range With a Lavish Party Deck
13 Jul 2023, 04:30 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Adventurers are not just a thing of the past; the only difference is that contemporary adventurers travel the world in the most luxurious, comfortable vehicles and in complete privacy. This millionaire's luxury toy perfectly expresses modern a...
An Impressive Main Floor Bedroom Makes This Tiny Home Supremely Comfortable
13 Jul 2023, 02:33 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / When discussing some of the most popular tiny house brands worldwide, it's easy to see why many of their designs have almost become iconic. Backed by the builders' experience and versatility, models such as these reveal ingenious layouts ...
Ultra-Glam Superyacht That Featured in a Blockbuster Sold for Nearly $40 Million
12 Jul 2023, 05:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There seems to be no sign of financial trouble in the superyacht market, where fabulous pleasure craft continue to be built or sold for huge sums of money. One of the most recent top-level sales centers around Sarastar: the flagship of a luxury Ita...
The Phenomenal Double Haven Can Stay Self-Sufficient for Six Months at Sea
12 Jul 2023, 03:53 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / This one-of-a-kind Feadship is exceptional in every way – it boasts the capabilities of rugged explorer yachts, reveals a jaw-dropping interior layout with high-end amenities, and has literally traveled the world for three decades under the s...
Jasper Tiny Home Connects to the Outdoors for Stunning Views
12 Jul 2023, 01:55 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Tiny homes on wheels (THOWS) are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to conventional vacation retreats, with considerable advantages for both the owners and customers. Apart from the financial benefits and the portability that makes them h...
Big Sky Is a Gentle Giant Born for Fabulous Family Vacations
11 Jul 2023, 06:30 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The Big Sky superyacht is as friendly and casual as its name suggests. A true floating resort, perfected over time so that people of all ages can enjoy it to the fullest, this Australian giant continues its successful charter career undisturbed, ev...
Foil-Assisted Superyacht Raven Breaks the Norm With Mind-Blowing Innovations
11 Jul 2023, 04:31 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Even with their massive silhouettes and extravagant amenities, standard superyachts look like trinkets compared to this groundbreaking sailing yacht emerging from Finland. Raven is primarily an engineering masterpiece paving the way for radical inn...
30-Seat All-Electric Aircraft Kicks Off Real-World Testing at Swedish Airport
11 Jul 2023, 03:15 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / While most prominent players in commercial aviation are focusing on SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) as the most practical solution available right now for lowering emission levels, some bold operators are taking a step further toward battery-electr...
The Kallaway Was Designed for Budget-Friendly Comfort and Sustainable Living
11 Jul 2023, 02:18 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / A family home doesn't need to look too fancy or combine complicated design hacks. The Kallaway isn't about unusual features or artistic style, yet it could be described as the perfect family house on wheels. This Aussie design reveals a d...