SRT Viper 2013 reviled

 

We’ve waited a long time for the 2013 SRT Viper‘s arrival, one that almost never came because of Chrysler filing for bankruptcy  in 2009. The subsequent purchase by Fiat, the parent company of rival automaker Ferrari, helped turn it all around though and we finally have a new Viper after an extended period of uncertainty. Finally, without further adieu, here it is, America’s venomous supercar, but this time it has shed its Dodge skin in favor of the more form-fitting SRT nameplate.

Highlights for the 2013 SRT Viper include a much a redesigned exterior and better interior that includes a navigation system and leather seats. But if you’re reading this, chances are you’re more interested in what’s under the hood: an 8.4-liter V-10 engine with a whopping 640 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque. The former number is 2 horsepower greater than the world-beating 2012 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, and the latter number is the highest rating for a non-supercharged or turbocharged engine in the entire world. SRT isn’t messing around with this one. The new 8.4-liter V-10 has been hooked to a six-speed manual transmission that promises to escort as many ponies to pavement as possible.

Besides a new engine and interior, the 2013 SRT Viper welcomes the sports car’s first-time use of stability control, something it has never carried onboard in the Viper’s 20 years of existence. However, you can shut it off entirely, and the icon on the dash shows a flaming burnout when you do. No, really.

The 2013 SRT Viper will be offered in two variations, the SRT Viper and SRT Viper GTS, with both being built at Chrysler’s Conner Avenue assembly facility in Detroit. The latest Viper is the most technologically advanced one to date, with features like a two-mode active suspension that allows the snake to open it up when possible while still giving the driver the utmost control of the car.

For more information about the 2013 SRT Viper or any other new vehicle debut at the 2012 New York International Auto Show.

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Top 20 restaurants in the world ranked by Elite Traveler

We’ve written about hotels, cars,products and it’s now time to look at the best places to eat in the entire world right now, as the Elite Traveler magazine has put together a list with the top 20 restaurants in the world in 2012. The current list is topped by the Alinea, in Chicago, USA.

It has thus been given the award “the best restaurant in the world” – this was possible due to the emotional approach towards dining, decked with extreme modernism. Alinea is closely followed from behind by The Fat Duck, British chef Heston Blumenthal’s creation. Located in Bray, it has “pushed the boundaries of British gastronomy.” The style assumed by this restaurant packs a total reinvention of the traditional British classic meals, heightening the customers’ senses.

The last on the podium is Thomas Keller’s New York Restaurant Per Se, a place where luxury can be eaten in the main sense of the word. It is closely knit to The French Laundry in Yountville, California, currently occupying the 14th position on our list. Thomas Keller is the only chef to boast two different restaurants on the list.

This list also highlights Restaurant magazine’s World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, beautifully contrasting to it. Furthermore, the list is based on the opinions of readers and wealthy individuals.

Check through this list and choose:

1 – Alinea – Chicago, USA

2 – The FatDuck – Bray, UK

3 – Per Se – New York, USA

4 – PierreGagnaire – Paris, France

5 – Daniel – New York, USA

6 – LeBernardin – New York, USA

7 – ElCeller de Can Roca – Girona, Spain

8 – LouisXV Alain Ducasse – Monaco

9 – Mugaritz – Errenteria, Spain

10 – Hofvan Cleve – Kruishoutem, Belgium

11 – AlainDucasse Au Plaza Athenee – Paris, France

12 – JeanGeorges – New York, USA

13 – Matsuhisa Restaurant – Los Angeles, USA

14 – TheFrench Laundry – Yountville, USA

15 – AlSorriso – Soriso, Italy

16 – TheLedbury – London, UK

17 – Restaurant Gordon Ramsey – London, UK

18 – L’Hotel de Ville – Phillipe Rochat-Crissier, Switzerland

19 – La Colombe – Cape Town, South Africa

20 – L’Auberge du Pont de Collonges – Collonges-au-Mont-d’Or, France.

We hope you found this list useful. If you have the possibility to get to any of them, don’t hesitate. We promise you satisfaction and exquisiteness.

Tswalu Kalahari - South Africa

Tswalu Kalahari is the largest private game reserve in South Africa and a wonderful destination for luxe travelers who also love nature and wildlife. Perfectly blending into the landscape, the resort is an intimate, low-profile paradise that brings people closer to the wonderful live shows that Mother Nature puts on every single day.

National Geographic-like experiences will enchant you during your entire stay at Tswalu. Horseback safari, early morning bushwalks, game drives, these are some of the activities that will certainly make your vacation unforgettable. The resort also offers the possibility to just sit and relax in the sun, next to the lovely outside pool, and admiring the superb scenery.

Tswalu is owned by the Oppenheimer family, and guests can choose to stay at the owner’s personal home, Tarkuni, or at the resort’s main property, The Motse. Tarkuni can accommodate up to ten guests in lavish conditions: five luxe bedrooms with en-suite baths, two lounges with fireplaces, indoor and outdoor heated showers, a swimming pool and a covered deck. The Motse features eight individual suites and can accommodate up to twenty guests. They all have en-suite facilities, private sun decks, open fireplaces and Wi-Fi access.

Before you retreat to your lavish room, you are invited to enjoy a fine dinner with delicious dishes and expensive South African wines. Visiting the spa here is also a must, but the opportunities for fun and relaxation do not end here. Hot-air balloon rides, visits at ancient archaeological sites, flights to the Augrabies Falls, these and more are all exciting activities that you must not miss at Tswalu.

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Walk-in-Closets the Perfect Solution for an Easy Life

Almost every woman in the world loves two things: chocolate and shoes. The difference between the two is the fact that you need more space for all the shoes. But don’t worry, a solution was found for this problem: the walk-in-closets. They offer enough room for your clothes, jewels, purses and shoes.

Walk-in-closets have different designs according to the needs of the owner. Some have a skylight to offer the room more natural sunlight, exceptional dark furniture to enhance the idea of luxury or floor-to-ceiling storage. No matter how long or narrow, what color it is, a walk-in-closet is the luxurious solution for cramped closets and for endless rummaging through piles of clothes and shoes.

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Azimut Grande 120SL

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Flaunting an irresistible combination of comfort, luxury and performance, the superb Azimut Grande 120SL made its official debut at the 2011 Cannes Boat Show. It has a gorgeous exterior by Stefano Righini Design and fabulous interiors by Carlo Galeazzi. The 120-foot vessel is the most exclusive creation of Azimut Yachts, and a star of the Azimut Benetti Group.

At a first glance, the luxury yacht impresses with its edgy exterior based on sleek, curvy lines that suggest speed and comfort. The sporty design is matched by the two Rolls-Royce water jets and the central booster, which help the yacht reach a maximum speed of 36 knots.

The beauty of this vessel is based on a continuous combination of contrasts. Classic and modern influences give a special charm to the interiors. Another beautiful contrast is that given by the use of very different materials, both in texture and in color. For instance, the delicate transparency of glass is balanced by the strength of steel, and the cream leather upholstery is boldly combined with dark Zebrano wood elements.

As guests get aboard the yacht, they reach the large aft deck, which is nicely fitted for lounging, sunbathing and alfresco dining. Dining outdoors is also possible at the stern, where a table for eight awaits its diners. Also at the stern there are several sunbeds, ideal for sunbathing or enjoying a cocktail in the sun. The overwhelming beauty of the yacht becomes apparent as one enters the luminous main saloon. Here a warm color palette dominates the space, with a luxe combination of beige and gold, and with accents of dark brown.

The main lounging area in the saloon is fitted with large, comfortable sofas, armchairs and hockers set in a symmetrical manner. What makes the saloon such a wonderful space, aside from its beautiful furniture and decors, is the huge windows and skylight, which allow natural light to flood the entire space. Placed exactly under the skylight is the saloon’s dining area. The table flaunts a white marble top with golden framing, and the chairs feature a simple, elegant design. A bar is also found in the main saloon, completing the various functions of this central room.

All guest cabins (two doubles, two twins and a VIP room) feature en-suite facilities and wardrobes. The generous owner’s suite measures approximately 463 square feet and it has separate his and hers bathrooms. It was decorated similarly to the main saloon, but with a more informal character.

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