Tiara Château Hotel Mont Royal Chantilly

Set in the picturesque Chatilly Forest, just half an hour away from Paris, the Tiara Château Hotel Mont Royal Chantilly is more fairytale palace than tourist resort. It features 108 elegant and luxurious rooms, of which 6 are suites and a wide range of amenities that will satisfy even the most discerning traveler.

This 18th century Château used to be a hunting lodge and has maintained its historical charm despite being renovated in 2008, thanks in part to its Louis XV and Louis XVI style furnishings. Guests staying at this stunning hotel will undoubtedly feel a bit like royalty themselves. Whether relaxing in Le Stradivarius, a smokehouse-turned bar boasting a collection of old books, a large fireplace, and lavish furnishings, or dining at L´Opéra, an old ballroom converted into a sophisticated restaurant, Château Hotel Mont Royal gives you a feel of what it would've been like to be French aristocracy 250 years ago.

There’s always the possibility of instantly traveling in time to the 21st century, as the hotel also has an indoor pool, a fitness center, tennis and squash courts, and even a golf course.

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Black Maserati MC12

The Maserati MC12 was released in 2004 to signal the Italian manufacture’s return to racing after almost four decades. In spite of its age, it is still a great car that is certain to catch the eye of auto enthusiasts with deep pockets and the need for speed, especially since the only black version ever made is currently on the market.

This excellent sports car is power by a 6.5-liter V12 engine borrowed from the Ferrari Enzo, which churns out 620 hp and 652 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 Kmh/62 mph in 3.8 seconds on its way to a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h).

Just 50 Maserati MC12s have ever been built, 49 of them sporting the traditional pearlescent white and blue paintjob, each of them pre-sold. This one, however, was painted black at the request of its owner – and the result is quite spectacular. With only 800 miles on its odometer, the black Maserati MC12 is for sale by Ferrari of Newport Beach for an undisclosed sum.

The Sophisticated Daniel Roth Papillon Voyageur Timepiece

 Daniel Roth is a Swiss watchmaker founded in 1989 and subsequently acquired by Italian luxury brand Bulgari. It has recently released a beautiful timepiece called the Papillon Voyageur.

Papillon is French for “butterfly”, which in this case is a reference to the complicated way the two small hands indicate the minutes on this timepiece’s dial. This sophisticated mechanism is housed in a signature Daniel Roth Collection double-ellipse, 18kt pink gold case that is pretty substantial in size. The watch also features an anthracite dial and a brown alligator strap with an 18kt pink gold folding buckle.

The Papillon Voyageur watch is certainly not for everyone, so you would expect not many pieces will be produced. And you would be perfectly right – only 99 of these complicated, yet elegant timepieces will ever be released, with each of them priced at a substantial 37.900 Euro ($52,100).

WORLD’S TALLEST TOWER IN JEDDAH

CONSTRUCTION DATE SET FOR THE WORLD’S TALLEST TOWER

 Construction work on the world’s first 1km-high building, the Kingdom Tower in Saudi Arabia, is set to begin on April 27.

The $1.2 billion project has been plagued by setbacks since it was first proposed in 2011, but above-ground work on the Jeddah super skyscraper will commence next month, Building reports.

Stretching at least 1,000m, the slender structure will be more than three times bigger than Europe’s tallest building, The Shard, and will overtake the 828m Burj Khalifa in Dubai to become the tallest building in the world.

The skyscraper will be a mixed-use building featuring a luxury hotel, office space, luxury apartments and the world’s highest observatory. The complex will contain 59 elevators, including five double-deck elevators.

Designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, the tower is slated to reach completion over a timescale of 63 months. Foundation work began in December 2013.

The original design was for the building to reach 1.6 km — just under one mile. However, the plans have since been revised and though the client, Jeddah Economic Company, has yet to confirm the exact measurement, it is likely to be closer to 1 km, according to Building.

GRAFF DIAMONDS ‘HALLUCINATION’

GRAFF DIAMONDS ‘HALLUCINATION’ IS THE WORLD’S 

MOST EXPENSIVE TIMEPIECE AT $55 MILLION

And now for some more Baselworld dazzle, this time more literally than you’d imagine. I’m referring to Graff Diamonds’ latest timepiece called Hallucination, unveiled on Baselworld opening day that comes with a kaleidoscope of over 100 carats of rare multi-colored diamonds. Told you there was going to be dazzle!

By far, the most expensive watch ever, the candy colored stunner is in fact, quite true to its name and much the awe evoker from first time Baselworld exhibitor, Graff Diamonds. With a tinier than tiny dial, the creation is the result of thousands of hours of work by a team of designers, gemologists and master craftsmen.

“The Graff Hallucination is a sculptural masterpiece; a celebration of the miracle of colored diamonds,” Laurence Graff, Chairman of Graff Diamonds said in a statement. “For many years I have thought about creating a truly remarkable watch that illustrates our all consuming passion for diamonds. The Hallucination has made my diamond dream a reality.” Said reality, just so you know, costs a surreal $55 million.

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Luxury Yacht Zahraa

It’s no secret that almost all yachts are built with luxury and comfort in mind, but when it comes to the Zahraa superyacht, these aspects reach a completely new level. Flaunting a unique, sturdy and instantly appealing exterior design, the Zahraa is a remarkable feat of engineering that would definitely attract some attention while cruising across the waves.

Aside from its fantastic looks though, this superyacht also amazes with a remarkable array of interior amenities, tasteful decors and spacious accommodation options. Big enough to house 8 people in sublime conditions, the Zahraa flaunts a large VIP suite, 2 double cabins and a full master suite that was placed at its aft.

The inviting saloon with its comfortable sofas is also quite a remarkable sight, not to mention the backlit onyx corner bar, wooden paneling and soft, elegant carpets. Expansive windows ensure unobstructed vistas of the surrounding environment, while the multiple loungers, sunbeds and the Jacuzzi tempt with unforgettable moments of relaxation and fun.