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.
This Magnificent 1914 Luxury Cruiser Puts Superyachts to Shame
24 Apr 2023, 03:44 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you feel that contemporary superyachts are sheer monstrosities and that luxury cruising is no longer what it once was, you must feast your eyes on the one-of-a-kind Halas 71. This unique vessel is the ultimate floating palace, both a historic ma...
Stunning Tiny With Separate Dining and Living Areas Flaunts Italian Charm
24 Apr 2023, 02:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The remarkable versatility of tiny living is also reflected in the wide range of materials used for construction. Tiny houses range from modular dwellings born out of industrial shipping containers to rustic cabins made entirely of wood. Exquisite ...
San Francisco Will Write History With an Amazing Vertical Airshow This Fall
21 Apr 2023, 05:14 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Organizers of the upcoming AIRTAXI World Congress have shared more details about the industry representatives that will be attending the event this Fall. One thing's for sure – some of the biggest players will be there, and it's gea...
Monaco Millionaire’s Ultra-Fast Superyacht Can Cross the Atlantic in Ten Days
21 Apr 2023, 04:08 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Talking about large pleasure craft, adrenaline-pumping speed, and opulent comfort might seem incompatible at first glance. However, this beautiful superyacht, designed and built in France, proves it’s possible. After more than a decade, it co...
Adorable Tiny Designed in Germany Was Born for Maximum Freedom
21 Apr 2023, 02:11 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Although the contradictory concept of XXL tiny homes has its undeniable perks, downsizing to a smaller, mobile home ultimately has to do with greater mobility. Tiny home designs that stay true to the tiny living philosophy are born for the road &nd...
The Fabulous $32 Million Lars Superyacht Is How Billionaires Explore the World
20 Apr 2023, 05:46 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Only two years old, the gorgeous Lars is one of the finest representations of the Sanlorenzo 500EXP series and a powerful adventure companion. Equally elegant and strong, Lars shows how to explore the world in style. Suppose you happen to pass t...
This New Cargo eVTOL Made in the UK Is Inspired by Formula 1
20 Apr 2023, 04:07 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / What might be the connection between Formula 1 and electric cargo aviation? In the case of MGI Engineering it's related to one man – Mike Gascoyne. His extensive experience in the world of Formula 1 was the main inspiration behind an inn...
Meet Maeve 01, the All-Electric Aircraft With Over 40 Seats and Automated Charging
20 Apr 2023, 03:06 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / A Dutch startup has revealed the design of a future battery-electric aircraft plus a dedicated charging system that could revolutionize commercial aviation. Imagine a large aircraft that could be charged in a little over half an hour through an...
Unique Design Details Make This Two-Loft Tiny Remarkably Sophisticated
20 Apr 2023, 02:05 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Can a rustic wooden cabin be ultra-modern and elegant at the same time? Berghaus, a tiny house builder in Germany, is an expert in that. All Berghaus designs, starting with the gorgeous Dufour, mix a functional and durable structure with refined, u...
One of the Largest Feadship Superyachts Ever Built Is Both Mysterious and Infamous
19 Apr 2023, 05:47 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The worldwide hunt for luxury yachts owned by Russian oligarchs with Kremlin connections was unprecedented. But even before Russian-owned superyachts were in the spotlight following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, different luxury pleasure craft were...
AIDA Cruises Hits Clean Energy Milestone for the German Cruising Industry
19 Apr 2023, 04:05 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Several things can be done to transform maritime transportation into a clean sector. When it comes to cruising, one way is to introduce new-generation ships that can run on LNG (liquefied natural gas). Another way is to provide onshore power suppli...
Czech Manufacturer Offers a VTOL Experience at One of the Greatest Airshows
19 Apr 2023, 03:10 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / When we say that the AAM (Advanced Air Mobility) bug has spread across Europe, we're not kidding. Although it's not as far ahead as its German, British, or Italian competitors, this Czech eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) man...
Self-Sufficient Tiny With a Loft Bedroom Flaunts an Adorable Built-in Porch
19 Apr 2023, 02:15 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The incredible variety of tiny house designs stretches from miniature copies of conventional homes with all the bells and whistles to the quirkiest dwellings with a futuristic look. This adorable tiny house designed and built in Germany exudes the ...
Someone Fell in Love With This $21 Million Italian Yacht at Palm Beach
18 Apr 2023, 05:54 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Seeing is believing – this could be the motto for popular yacht shows like the Palm Beach International Boat Show. Old or young, any luxury pleasure craft can conquer the heart of a new owner simply by showing off their assets at a prestigiou...
South-Korean eVTOL Gets the Prestigious iF Design Award for Professional Concept
18 Apr 2023, 04:44 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / It looks like 2023 is an excellent year for the South Korea-based aviation company Plana. The startup is on its way to commercializing a hybrid-electric VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) aircraft, and its excellence in design was recently recogn...
Laurentia’s Story Is the Modern Fairytale of a Millionaire’s Bespoke Luxury Toy
18 Apr 2023, 03:48 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The story behind some of the most impressive superyachts in operation can be even more fascinating than the vessels themselves. A twist of fate brought the nearly-done Laurentia to a new owner who turned it into the glamorous, highly-popular charte...
Perfectly-Crafted Two-Loft Tiny Reveals the Most Beautiful Children’s Room
18 Apr 2023, 02:03 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the greatest issues related to tiny living is whether this is a lifestyle that can be compatible with family life. It's easy to see an adventurous person or a couple switch to a home on wheels. Still, is downsizing feasible for a family...
A Hidden Entry Doubles the Charm of This Rustic Two-Loft Tiny
17 Apr 2023, 02:16 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Most modern homes on wheels are designed to communicate with the outdoors as much as possible for an increased feeling of spaciousness and freedom. But a tiny house niche also leans more towards a traditional aesthetic and the warm atmosphere of ru...
Stylish Tiny House Blurs Space Limitations With a Gorgeous Layout
14 Apr 2023, 02:11 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The famous cartoon character Road Runner has inspired all kinds of fun projects, and this tiny house on wheels is no exception. Despite its small size, it looks and feels much more spacious, thanks to the clever configuration. Add to that a rustic,...
The Spectacular Scenic Eclipse II Sets Off on Its Maiden Journey
13 Apr 2023, 06:40 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / In 2019, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours introduced a new glamorous yachting concept. The Scenic Eclipse claimed to be the first discovery yacht in the world, combining the attributes of an ultra-luxurious superyacht with the capabilities of an e...