Otilia Drăgan
3,813 ARTICLES
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.
Billionaire’s American Superyacht Is Just as Fun as It Is Luxurious
30 Mar 2023, 02:35 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Some yachts are built for exploring remote locations, some showcase the latest innovations in terms of eco-friendly technology, while others are simply floating works of art. As its name suggests, Loon is mostly about fun – packed with toys a...
Billionaire Heir’s Sumptuous Floating Mansion Is an American Classic
29 Mar 2023, 05:49 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Today’s famous billionaires typically go for the top Dutch yacht builders, when it’s time for a new custom luxury toy. But a few of the richest people in the U.S. preferred local brands, and their all-American pleasure craft are now som...
German Aviation Company to Start Manufacturing Its Unique eVTOL Jet This Year
29 Mar 2023, 03:45 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the most promising designs in the world of AAM (Advanced Air Mobility) claims to be the only eVTOL jet (electric vertical take-off and landing) out there. Luckily, it’s not just a concept, but a real aircraft packing highly-advanced ba...
This Ultra-Efficient eVTOL Made in Canada Will Pioneer Air Taxi Services in India
29 Mar 2023, 02:49 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / It’s only a matter of time until the highly-anticipated electric air taxis will become a common sight all over the world. eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) manufacturers, vertiport developers, and aviation operators are all geari...
One-Bedroom Tiny With Built-In Desk Is Perfect for a Modern Couple
29 Mar 2023, 01:57 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The fact that more and more people are working from home and are able to travel and work remotely has influenced their perspective on housing and living arrangements. A lot of times, traditional houses no longer fit the needs of modern couples or y...
Feast Your Eyes on Geco, a Unique Baby Blue Superyacht
28 Mar 2023, 05:09 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / To stand out among so many flashy pleasure craft that are available on the luxury market is no easy task. But being a newcomer and sporting an unusual baby blue hull are two undeniable advantages, and Geco makes the most of them. Even yachts tha...
This Fresh Explorer Looks Like a Spaceship Inside and Out
28 Mar 2023, 03:18 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The fact that people today (at least those who are millionaires) can travel to some of the most remote places on Earth onboard ultra-luxurious private vessels is still mind-blowing. Contemporary explorer yachts boast all the extravagant luxuries of...
Single-Level Tiny Reveals a Remarkably Stylish Interior
28 Mar 2023, 02:14 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Functionality and affordability are the main focus when it comes to downsizing, but this doesn’t have to mean that style gets neglected. On the contrary – models like the Etowah prove that even the smallest spaces can become a visual de...
Lioness V Is Still a Head-Turner, the Ultimate Floating Luxury Toy
27 Mar 2023, 05:56 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There are two undeniable truths in the world of luxury yachting. One is that billionaires and superyachts are a match made in heaven. The other is that upgrading is a temptation that’s impossible to resist. This means that no matter how large...
A Game-Changing Airline to Be Operated by the Futuristic Smart City of NEOM
27 Mar 2023, 04:08 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Back in 2021, Prince Mohamed Bin Salman officially introduced the NEOM project, a smart city-state covering 10,000 square miles (25,900 square km) in the province of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. With resorts gearing up to open their gates next year, NEOM i...
Next-Gen Ferries Powered by Rolls-Royce to Redefine Maritime Transportation
27 Mar 2023, 03:10 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Zero-emission ferries could be seen as the equivalent of green public transport buses for regions where maritime transportation predominates. Switching to battery-electric alternatives can be harder for regional mobility, where range and speed are ...
Loft Bedroom Tiny Packs Timeless Charm Inside a Classic Family Home Layout
27 Mar 2023, 02:11 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Downsizing doesn’t have to mean unconventional living. Couples and even families can still enjoy the classic look and all of the comforts of a typical home, even if they opt for a tiny version. This beautiful, Australian model isn’t qui...
Billionaire's Luxury Toy Is a Replica of the Largest U.S.-Built Yacht From the 1930s
24 Mar 2023, 07:30 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Two spectacular yachts are connected over decades by the same desire – a billionaire’s dream to own a head-turning, bespoke pleasure craft. One of these men was J.P. Morgan, and the other one was Neil Taylor. Today’s yacht is call...
Hybrid Tilt-Wing eVTOL Aero3 Conquers Helicopter Operations in Switzerland
24 Mar 2023, 04:58 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Will the rise of eVTOLs (electric vertical take-off and landing) make all helicopters obsolete? For now, the industry’s outlook is not that grim. Old choppers and fresh eVTOLs could be happily working side by side, and complementing each othe...
An Island Community Chose This 30-Seat Electric Aircraft for Future Regional Flights
24 Mar 2023, 03:59 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There aren’t many battery-electric aircraft ready for commercial service, that aren’t eVTOLs (electric vertical take-off and landing). This is why the ES-30 is worth remembering, and why it got the attention of some major airlines, as w...
The Kakadu Tiny Reveals a Delightful Layout With a Twist
24 Mar 2023, 02:59 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Tiny house design never gets boring – there seems to be an endless range of solutions for even the tiniest spaces. Some have become classic, others are pushing the limits of what’s possible. The joyful Kakadu is a bit of both. When y...
Textron Aviation Is Leading the Way for Clean Energy-Powered Operations
23 Mar 2023, 07:16 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The green revolution isn’t limited to mobility, but extends to everything that’s connected to it, including infrastructure and production facilities. One of the biggest names in aviation, Textron, has reached a milestone when it comes t...
Russian Mogul Says Goodbye to His $96M Superyacht After Just Three years
23 Mar 2023, 06:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There’s never a dull moment on the luxury yacht market. It’s only March, but one of the most spectacular yacht sales of the year was already officially completed. The jaw-dropping Soaring, which is only three years old, found a new owne...
Arabella’s Outdoor Glass Bathroom Is Off-Grid Luxury on Another Level
23 Mar 2023, 05:03 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / We want to reconnect with nature and protect the environment, but without losing any of our creature comforts. Can sustainability and off-grid living be compatible with modern luxury? It seems to be possible, at least temporarily. The Arabella tiny...
Two-Bedroom Tiny Steals the Show With an Unusual Loft Layout
23 Mar 2023, 03:07 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / It might be easy to design a tiny home for a single owner or a couple, but things get more challenging when it comes to families. The beautiful Dundee manages to include generous accommodation, without compromising on comfort or even style. It&rsqu...