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.
Rare American Classic in Top Shape Snatched for a Ridiculously Low Price
7 May 2024, 10:26 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / We can't deny the unique excitement of discovering newly unveiled superyachts and all the cool features they have to offer, but owning a classic yacht is like becoming part of history, and nothing can compare to that. As lucky as we are to wit...
29-Year-Old American Luxury Yacht Sold for Less Than $6 Million
6 May 2024, 11:47 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Only a handful of yachting enthusiasts with millions of dollars to spare would be willing to invest in a pleasure craft that's been around for almost three decades, but the Sea Dreams is worth it. The luxury yacht market is varied enough to...
The Sleek and Sophisticated Sunya Brings Affordable Luxury to Life
6 May 2024, 10:39 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / When Tom Brady got his hands on Viva la Vida, everybody wanted a mini superyacht just like that. A recent sale in Fort Lauderdale brought a lucky American customer something even better: a brand-new Viva la Vida lookalike with impeccable, in-house ...
The Funk Tiny House Is as Cool and Creative as It Sounds
6 May 2024, 09:08 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Meet the Funk: a colorful, eye-catching home on wheels that's not just for bohemians and artists. This cleverly designed, quirky home with a surprising focus on functionality and storage has, in fact, the qualities of an ideal family house and...
This 20-foot Custom Tiny Tops Modern-Rustic Design With Awesome Functionality
6 May 2024, 07:50 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / At first glance, the Nags Head might seem like a simple, compact house on wheels designed to comfortably accommodate a couple; still, there are lots of unexpected perks and functionality hacks hidden behind this custom home's cheerful appearan...
Watch the Newest Version of the 'Jetson One' Personal Jet Phenomenon in Action
5 May 2024, 10:43 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Tuscany, Italy, is known to be one of the most beautiful tourist destinations for those who love breathtaking natural landscapes; if you mix that with a futuristic flight demonstration performed by some of the coolest flying cars available on the m...
Israeli Mogul Parts With His Sailing Yacht After Two Decades and Two Circumnavigations
5 May 2024, 09:45 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / For some wealthy owners, yachts are just luxury toys that come and go; for others, they become a life-changing experience. That's the case for Lenny Recanati, and the only yacht he has owned so far is the beautiful Vivid. The Israeli entrepren...
This Ultra-Modern 550-square-foot Tiny Is Designed for the Ultimate Immersive Experience
5 May 2024, 02:46 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Flawless accommodation, premium amenities, and, above all, spectacular views that create an unrivaled immersive experience – these are the main highlights of the Mini Biscayne, one of the gorgeous park-model tiny homes created by the aptly-na...
Holland America Line Kicks Off Pioneering Biofuel Tests on Rotterdam Cruise Ship
4 May 2024, 11:22 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The Rotterdam cruise ship, Holland America Line's flagship, received its first taste of biofuel prior to leaving the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands at the end of April as part of an extensive testing campaign throughout May and the entir...
Bulgarian Baron’s Bespoke Superyacht With A Floating Garage Sold for Big Money
4 May 2024, 10:23 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Holding on to something for five years may seem like an eternity when your pockets are always deep enough to get you the latest luxury toys. It's not uncommon for wealthy superyacht owners to part with their brand-new pleasure craft after only...
Adorable 19.6-foot Tiny Home Reveals One of the Most Efficient Layouts
4 May 2024, 01:20 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / "Tiny but mighty" would be a good description of this compact house on wheels. Don't be fooled by its modest size; inside, you'll discover a remarkably efficient layout with two lofts and a ground-floor bedroom that would make b...
World’s Largest Luxury Sailing Ship Will Feature Norwegian Propulsion Tech
3 May 2024, 13:18 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Nobody could have predicted that Orient Express, known for its iconic luxury trains, would be the one to operate the world's largest and most luxurious sailing ship. An entire Orient Express sailing fleet is coming up in the near future, and i...
Pierro Ferrari Parts With His Iconic Riva Superyacht After Only Five Years
3 May 2024, 12:27 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There are several automotive-inspired luxury yachts out there, but few of them feature actual car parts and racing car memorabilia. This truly iconic superyacht is a living tribute to the Ferrari legacy and a trailblazer for the famous Riva brand. ...
Huge FAA Certification Milestone for the Cento Autonomous Cargo eVTOL
2 May 2024, 08:07 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The California-based MightyFly is gearing up for one of its most exciting phases so far. Only a few months after publicly unveiling its flagship cargo aircraft at the beginning of this year, the company has made tremendous progress, and it now has ...
Walgreens Heiress’s 22-Year-Old American Superyacht Sold for Peanuts
2 May 2024, 07:18 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / As distinctive and elegant as its French name, Bouchon was one of those superyachts that appeared to be shrouded in mystery but always worth admiring whenever it arrived at a new destination and stopped for a while. Although never officially confir...
The Futuristic Doroni H1-X Flying Car Is Here to Reinvent Personal Mobility
1 May 2024, 11:30 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / It looks like something out of a Sci-Fi video game, but thankfully, it's not just a cool concept: the recently unveiled Doroni H1-X is the latest go-to-market design developed by Doroni Aerospace and available for pre-order. "Your driv...
Pioneering 21-Year-Old Superyacht Sold for $16 Million
1 May 2024, 10:07 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / This purely Italian sailing masterpiece is a sight to behold – at 56 meters (183.7 feet), Burrasca is a majestic superyacht and one of the first of its kind, considering it began its journey more than two decades ago. After a secretive life o...
Fresh Funding for This Swedish Startup Could Lead to New Electric Boat Models
30 Apr 2024, 13:14 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you're a boating enthusiast who dreams of an all-electric future when it comes to mobility, X Shore is a name to remember. This Swedish startup is working its way up in the maritime technology industry, proving every step of the way that gr...
EHang to Set Up Regional Headquarters in Abu Dhabi
30 Apr 2024, 11:59 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Chinese eVTOL maker EHang is ready to expand its presence in the UAE following a recent agreement signed at the DRIFTx event in Abu Dhabi. DRIFTx was held from April 25 to 26 at the Yas Marina Circuit, and it was a significant platform dedicated...
This Gorgeous Custom Home on Wheels With Luxury Amenities Is Anything but Tiny
30 Apr 2024, 11:11 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Can you retire in style even if you're downsizing? A simple look at this gorgeous house on wheels will tell you the answer is yes. This custom-designed tiny house named The Retirement Retreat is the type of elegant, ultra-cozy, and glamorous o...