SUNDAY JULY 18 2010
Based on a a giant Soviet Mil V-12 helicopter, of which there were only two made, the Hotelicopter featured 18 luxuriously-appointed rooms for those seeking a truly unique and memorable travel experience . . . and rich enough to afford a room.
The soundproofed rooms were equipped with a queen-sized bed, fine linens, a mini-bar, coffee machine, wireless internet access, and all the luxurious appointments you would expect from a flying five star hotel. Even room service was available between one hour after liftoff to prior to landing.
The very professional website was full of information, video and photographs, and informed that the Hotelicopter was due to fly its maiden journey on the 26th of June 2009.
There was even the tour program!
Inaugural Summer Tour - 14 days (Friday, June 26th, 2009 - Friday, July 10th, 2009)
California Tour - 14 days (Friday, July 17th, 2009 to Friday, July 24rd, 2009)
Bay/Jamaica, European Tour - 16 days (Friday, July 31st, 2009 to Sunday, August 16th, 2009)
And if there was any doubt that this baby didn't have the space or the power, the detailed technical specifications put those to rest.
Dimensions Length: 42 m (137 ft)
Height: 28m (91 ft)
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 105850 kg (232,870 lb)
Maximum speed: 255 km/h (137 kt) (158 miles/h)
Cruising speed: 237 km/h (127 kt) (147 miles/h)
Original Mi Range: 515 km (320 mi)
Our augmented Mi Range - 1,296 km (700 mi)
Well if it all looked too good to be true, it was. Hotelicopter was first presented on the 1st of April, with the website url http://aprilfools.hotelicopter.com/ (two clues that most Bloggers missed) and was in fact a brilliant viral marketing campaign by Yotel, an short-stay airport hotel chain.
We doff our hats to Yotel for entertaining publicity, superbly executed.
For more information, please visit http://aprilfools.hotelicopter.com/
SUNDAY MARCH 14 2010
This is how Niagara Falls looks on a clear sunny evening; however when the temperature drops way below freezing, the cold can even stop - in a fashion - this thunderous flow in its tracks.
These images were taken in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
As you can just see, the river isn't frozen solid. What happens is that a crust of ice forms over parts of the falls, and the spray freezes into fantasic natural sculptures.
And the freezing of Niagara is not just an historical event: this photos was take in 2008!
Bring on Springtime!
SUNDAY JANUARY 03 2010
Hyundai implemented an innovative scheme that has proved to be very popular, whereby the brand promises to let buyers return their vehicles, at no cost in most cases and with no penalty to their credit rating, if they lose their job or income within a year.
in the month it was launched, the guarantee led to sales of Hyundai's full-size sedan jumping 85%.
But what if they offered even more?
Warning, strong language at the end. Don't watch if you think you may be offended.
SUNDAY DECEMBER 20 2009
when all through the house
not a creature was stirring,
not even a mouse.
Stockings were hung
by the chimney with care,
as the microwaves' thrum
was filling the air.
The above video was made by the digital idea company, AKQA using 49 pre-selected for 'bing' microwave ovens with their timers set so that they play Jingle Bells
Wishing all of our Friends a very Happy Christmas.
SUNDAY DECEMBER 13 2009
This ultimate infinity pool is created each year when the dry season reduces water levels sufficient for the underwater ledge to offer protection against being swept over.
Hundreds of thrill-seekers descend on the falls, on Zambia's border with Zimbabwe, clambering across rocks and wading through shallows across the precipice to reach the pool.
Although it's not for faint hearted, swimming in the Devil's Pool isn't as dangerous as it appears in the photographs. A natural rock ledge reduces the current and stops swimmers from being swept over the edge. However, the pool is only safe to use at times of the year when water levels are comparatively low. When the water level rises, the ledge does not offer enough protection for swimmers.
The Hotelicopter. Point to Point luxury
In early April last year, the Blogosphere year bloomed with the announcement of a new super-luxurious mode of transport: Hotelicopter, the world's first flying hotel.Based on a a giant Soviet Mil V-12 helicopter, of which there were only two made, the Hotelicopter featured 18 luxuriously-appointed rooms for those seeking a truly unique and memorable travel experience . . . and rich enough to afford a room.
The soundproofed rooms were equipped with a queen-sized bed, fine linens, a mini-bar, coffee machine, wireless internet access, and all the luxurious appointments you would expect from a flying five star hotel. Even room service was available between one hour after liftoff to prior to landing.
The very professional website was full of information, video and photographs, and informed that the Hotelicopter was due to fly its maiden journey on the 26th of June 2009.
There was even the tour program!
Inaugural Summer Tour - 14 days (Friday, June 26th, 2009 - Friday, July 10th, 2009)
California Tour - 14 days (Friday, July 17th, 2009 to Friday, July 24rd, 2009)
Bay/Jamaica, European Tour - 16 days (Friday, July 31st, 2009 to Sunday, August 16th, 2009)
And if there was any doubt that this baby didn't have the space or the power, the detailed technical specifications put those to rest.
Dimensions Length: 42 m (137 ft)
Height: 28m (91 ft)
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 105850 kg (232,870 lb)
Maximum speed: 255 km/h (137 kt) (158 miles/h)
Cruising speed: 237 km/h (127 kt) (147 miles/h)
Original Mi Range: 515 km (320 mi)
Our augmented Mi Range - 1,296 km (700 mi)
Well if it all looked too good to be true, it was. Hotelicopter was first presented on the 1st of April, with the website url http://aprilfools.hotelicopter.com/ (two clues that most Bloggers missed) and was in fact a brilliant viral marketing campaign by Yotel, an short-stay airport hotel chain.
We doff our hats to Yotel for entertaining publicity, superbly executed.
For more information, please visit http://aprilfools.hotelicopter.com/
SUNDAY MARCH 14 2010
You know it's cold when Niagara Falls freezes
This is how Niagara Falls looks on a clear sunny evening; however when the temperature drops way below freezing, the cold can even stop - in a fashion - this thunderous flow in its tracks.
These images were taken in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
As you can just see, the river isn't frozen solid. What happens is that a crust of ice forms over parts of the falls, and the spray freezes into fantasic natural sculptures.
And the freezing of Niagara is not just an historical event: this photos was take in 2008!
Bring on Springtime!
SUNDAY JANUARY 03 2010
Spoof Hyundai Assurance advert
The last year has been a difficult one for car brands in the USA (and elsewhere), as many of their potential clients worry about taking on a car loan when they do not feel secure in their jobs.Hyundai implemented an innovative scheme that has proved to be very popular, whereby the brand promises to let buyers return their vehicles, at no cost in most cases and with no penalty to their credit rating, if they lose their job or income within a year.
in the month it was launched, the guarantee led to sales of Hyundai's full-size sedan jumping 85%.
But what if they offered even more?
Warning, strong language at the end. Don't watch if you think you may be offended.
SUNDAY DECEMBER 20 2009
Wishing you a very Happy Christmas with an unusual version on Jingle Bells
Twas the night before Christmas,when all through the house
not a creature was stirring,
not even a mouse.
Stockings were hung
by the chimney with care,
as the microwaves' thrum
was filling the air.
The above video was made by the digital idea company, AKQA using 49 pre-selected for 'bing' microwave ovens with their timers set so that they play Jingle Bells
Wishing all of our Friends a very Happy Christmas.
SUNDAY DECEMBER 13 2009
Swimming in the Devil's Pool at Victoria Falls, Zambia
Nothing says 'Location, location, location.' better than the Devil's Pool, a natural water hole precipitously perched on the very edge of the Victoria Falls.This ultimate infinity pool is created each year when the dry season reduces water levels sufficient for the underwater ledge to offer protection against being swept over.
Hundreds of thrill-seekers descend on the falls, on Zambia's border with Zimbabwe, clambering across rocks and wading through shallows across the precipice to reach the pool.
Although it's not for faint hearted, swimming in the Devil's Pool isn't as dangerous as it appears in the photographs. A natural rock ledge reduces the current and stops swimmers from being swept over the edge. However, the pool is only safe to use at times of the year when water levels are comparatively low. When the water level rises, the ledge does not offer enough protection for swimmers.
