Austrian company Marchi Mobile announces luxury mobile home Elemment Palazzo
The Chevy Corvette car and speedboat hybrid might be the slickest amphibious vehicle on the planet, but when it comes to campers, nothing compares to the luxury the Elemment Palazzo offers. The mere mention of campers and RVs invokes images of cramped living quarters that can house only your essentials. But the Elemment Palazzo with its lavish fixture and ornate designs obliterates that notion completely. As it should, what with a coronary-inducing price tag of $3 million.
Austrian company Marchi Mobile designed Palazzo as part of its Elemment line of luxury vehicles that very visibly displays the trappings of wealth. You'll see in Palazzo what you never thought you'd see inside an RV. Master bedroom with an adjoining bathroom? Check. Leather interior? Check. Rainfall shower, fireplace, and 40" TVs? Check, check, check.
High-class bar area
Impressive enough as it is, it doesn't end there — the 40' long Palazzo also has a pop-out bar replete with a skylight and underfloor heating that you can activate by pushing a single button. The bar adds 80% more room to the camper's original 430 square feet floor space. When it comes to the exterior side of things, you may or may not be glad to know (depending on how you feel about it) that the Palazzo is covered in glow-in-the-dark paint.
Luxurious sleeping quarters
The 20-ton Palazzo can reach speeds of 93 mph, and uses 20% less fuel than vehicles of comparable size due to its aerodynamic design. The designers at Marchi Mobile say Palazzo is completely customizable, and if you have more money to spare, they'd welcome any outrageous modifications, going as far as to cover it in diamonds.
Art of Kinetik produces luxury wooden yachts and gives them possibly the most fitting names ever. The latest addition to their lineup is the Hedonist. With a solid mahogany hull, this 63-foot yacht is designed to be seamless and pure in the sense that no screws or plastic are visible at any point. Art of Kinetiks employs an in-house team of designers, naval architects, engineers and craftsmen to bring about their fully customizable mobile works of art.
Can’t seem to scrape together enough cash to get your own Hedonist? Well, at least we all have Thunder in Paradise reruns…
In some regions of the country, boaters get to experience a shortened boating season due to that time called “Winter.” In the northern climatic regions, the season for water sports is cut short, which requires all water craft to get prepared for storage over the winter. A boat can easily be ruined during this time of year, if not properly protected and stored. Boats can find themselves under attack from the elements like ice and snow, allowing moisture to cause corrosion, and mold and mildew. Water crafts can also get visit(s) from unwanted animals that can damage many areas of a boat. All of these issues can make repairs become very expensive; therefore prevention is the best and cheapest method.
To Fog or Not To fog?
What is fogging? Fogging is the act of winterizing the boat engine. How is this done? The technique calls for pouring engine oil directly into the engine cylinders to coat inside with a thick oil or coating. You can do this by removing the spark plugs to get access directly inside the cylinder. Pour a small amount of oil, just enough to cover top of the piston. Once you do that to all of the motor, replace the spark plug with a cap. You can find the correct threaded cap at any hardware store. Turn the key like you are starting the boat; this will move the pistons up and down, coating the inside of the cylinder with the oil.
Why is fogging important? The fogging method will cover the inside of the engine with thick oil. This will prevent corrosion inside the engine block and cylinders, while the boat sits exposed to the elements during the winter months. Proponents of fogging claim it saves on the life of the engine and helps keeping the pistons from seizing up.
So why wouldn’t you do it? Fogging is extremely important when the boat is exposed to outside elements. It has been found that if the boat is stored inside or shrink wrapped, moisture cannot get into the engine as much as when the vessel is outside. Fogging can make the engine very dirty and will cause a large amount of smoke when starting up in the spring (that’s why it’s called fogging). The best answer to keeping a boat engine healthy through the storage time is to limit its exposure to water. Fogging will help prevent the moisture inside the engine, but just keeping your boat from outside exposure should be as effective.
Shrink Wrap: Is It Worth It?
Another technique to winterize your boat is to shrink wrap the craft. This process entails taking a large roll of plastic and wrapping it around the boat. Once the boat is encased inside the wrap, a large heat gun is used make the cover “shrink”. This creates a watertight shell around the boat that protects it from external elements.
Shrink wrapping a boat is done by professionals. The cost to have this type of work done varies by length of the boat. This cost can range from $100 to $550 to shrink wrap boats on an average size of 12 to 35 feet.
So is winterizing your boat in shrink-wrap worth it? The shrink-wrap will encase the boat in a watertight shell. This keeps any moisture or ice from getting inside the boat. This will help keep the motor from corroding and keep the interior of the boat in good shape.
Additionally, this creates a tough shell that keeps any animals from getting inside the boat during the wintertime. Animals can really cause damage to a boat by chewing on wires, tearing up seats so they can nest, and leave a terrible odor. Shrink-wrap will help prevent all of those issues from happening. The drawback to shrink-wrap is that is does cost you money; you have to be willing to pay for it.
Car Covers/Car Port?
An alternative to shrink wrapping a boat is to buy a hard cover to house the boat. Hard car covers help keep a solid roof over the boat, and yet can still be portable.
If you don’t need portability, a carport can be set up over the boat to protect it from the elements. A boat/vehicle carport gives the boat a nice solid roof overhead with some decent protection from the elements. However, it will not protect the boat completely as the sides are open around the boat.
Your Choices:
There are many different options for keeping a boat protected and maintained over the off-season for those in cold climates. They include fogging, shrink wrapping and carports or soft boat cover. All in all, these steps can help to keep your boat in great shape so you can quickly enjoy the water once the next boating season rolls around.
About the Author
Jane is a water sport enthusiast. She especially loves swimming, scuba diving, and boating. She and her friends enjoy having a great time on the water with their boat, skis, and towable tubes. One of their favorite inflatable tubes is the Sportsstuff Super Mable towable. It holds up to 3 riders, and has 2 tow points: you can ride either sitting up, or laying flat on the tube.
Because of her involvement in water activities, Jane also publishes a website about boat tube reviews, and other boating and water sports products. Some of the waterproof items include Garmin GPS handheld units, and Marine radios by Uniden.
Some have missiles; some have swimming pools; some have 90-person staffs—all of these boats are enormous vessels of power, expense, and luxury.
The newest yacht in Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich's fleet is the largest private yacht now in existence. It boasts a missile-detection system, a luxury spa, two helipads, a swimming pool, and a miniature submarine. It reportedly cost more than $400 million. To keep out the prying eyes of the paparazzi, the yacht has an electronic "shield" that can detect light sensors in digital cameras and make them unable to take photos.
Boats are not only used for the seas. The latest phase is using boats for having casual or elaborate parties. People who live in areas that don't have access to natural bodies of water always enjoy the chance to attend a party out on the water. When opportunity arises to go on a boat whether it be a day in the sun on the sea or a night cruise under the stars, the average person will jump at the chance. Owning a boat is a luxury for most, so attending a party on a boat is a special treat.
Planning for a party takes much thought, imagination and preparation. If you want to hire a party planner for such an event, it will certainly make things easier for your. But it's also something that you can do if you take in consideration all the details involved in making the party a success.
Choosing a Theme for Your Boat Party
To get started you should consider selecting a theme. Picking a theme depends on how much of a budget you have to work with. An affordable theme would be a card party (Black-Jack or Texas hold’em, with a Karaoke night); this would enable friends to get together and enjoy a night of gambling at sea. This type of party is inexpensive and casual. The need for decorations for such a party is minimal. Green felt can be used for covering a table and a simple boom-box can be used for Karaoke. If you feel food for the party may be over your budget, you can ask your guests to bring an item. This is a great way to kick-back and enjoy yourself without a huge expense.
Selecting a more elaborate theme can be more expensive. Keep in mind when working with a budget, the more exotic the theme, the higher the cost will be. If you choose a Hawaiian, Iron Chef, or Titanic theme, the decorations and elaborate foods will bring the cost up. The expense of different types of food to fit your theme can diminish your allocations quickly. Decorations can add up quickly also. Because of this, try to be imaginative with decorations. Some decorations you might purchase can be made easily by yourself and will probably come out better.
Depending upon your theme, invitations should be sent out accordingly. For a casual party a simple phone call, e-mail or online invitation would be appropriate. A privately mailed invitation is appropriate for a formal party, or for a theme party where your guests would have to dress accordingly.
Following Safety Rules and Regulations
Most importantly, the guest list must be held to the appropriate number for safety rules and regulations. Because the party is at sea and not on land, the motto “the more the merrier” does not apply. Boat usage must adhere to local laws. You have to make certain you have the proper amount of life jackets on board for each guest. Each guest should be aware of where the life jackets are kept and abide by the laws of the sea. Fire extinguishers must be close to the food area, especially if you are using small burners.
Safety, as always, should be a huge factor when inviting your guests. The boat cannot be overcrowded with people. For safety purposes, the boat should be well lit. Decorative lights on the boat can serve beneficial for both safety and creating a party mood for your guests. Inexpensive lights can be strung along side the boat depending on the theme for selected.
To make your party a huge success, creating a time-line is just as important as keeping to your budget. Since the boat can get filled up quickly, and there might not be as much room as you would like, managing your time is essential. Before your guests arrive, all decorations and preparation of food should be in order. Having the tables set-up, food all ready to be put out or placed on small burners before the guests arrive will be an efficient use of your time.
Most importantly, an inspection of the boat should be first on the list. Make sure the boat is in mechanical order, navigation maps on handy, all safety devices are checked and ready for use. After planning your time line and everything is in order, you can be assured you can sit back and enjoy being with your guests.
With the proper planning, your party will go smoothly and your guest will have a great time!
About the Author
Jane Warren is an avid outdoor water enthusiast who enjoys swimming, diving, boating, ski tubes, and anything else related to outdoor water sports. Out of this love of water sports, Jane started the website TowableTubesDirect.com, where she provides information and reviews on watersports equipment including towable tubes. She also provides articles reviews on boating items that contribute to safer water activities, including Garmin Marine GPS units, and tips for water sport safety
Should we happen to find £60,000 down the back of the Asylum sofa today, we know exactly how we're spending it -- on a boat which resembles a Great White Shark and can jump 12ft into the air.
The Seabreacher X is an amazing boat/submarine/shark-thingy which has been dubbed the ultimate millionaire's toy, and it's not hard to see why.
Measuring 12ft long, the craft is the same shape and size as a toothy Jaws - complete with a dorsal fin - but contains two seats, LCD screens, a GPS and even an iPod stereo dock.
Powered by an engine similar to those in a high-powered jetski it can reach speeds of 50 mph on water, or 25 mph after diving below the surface. Which is where the fun starts.
Makers say upon completing a high speed dive, the Seabreacher can jump out of the water while mimicking the "tail articulation of real aquatic animals like sharks and dolphins."
And with a viewing screen resembling the mouth of a Great White, it would surely be hard to restrain yourself from scaring the living daylights out of surfers.
Keep reading to see a video of the Seabreacher X in action and more snaps...
It’s not every day that you get to go fishing on “My Dixie Wrecked” but in the event that you do, make sure that you bring a camera, and make sure that you’re not wearing basketball shorts.
In honor of the S.S. Titan Uranus and many more, I present 25 amazingly awesome boat names.
It's hot and summer and what better place to relax than on a yacht - especially one with a striking design. Here is some ‘inspiration' for what you might buy.
Oculus
The Olucus is a very futuristic looking yacht from Schöpfer Yachts. Its 250-foot, can accommodate 12 guests and can travel at speeds up to 25 knots. It got a double-height dining room, an elevator and a special area for ‘the owner' + a lot more.
Infinitas
If that design isn't striking enough, then can you always opt for the bigger and more spacious designed Infinitas. It's 300-foot with a massive recreational pool area in the middle of the ship. It accommodates 12 guests, and pretty much got everything else you might need.
Including a living room on the main deck, a dining room on the other side of the pool area. A sky bridge, kitchen, storage, helicopter platform and a third deck for the owner.
.
All you art collectors out there. Here is a chance to get a Giclee copy of some of Ian M Sherwin work. Ian is planning on doing a whole series of Marblehead, Massachusetts paintings. His work is amazing.
.
Posts
