February 29, 2008
I thought I would throw this one up here, as a bonus today, even though there's a big catch to this trip, no airfare. They'll treat you pretty well once you're in Vegas, but you have to figure out how to get there on your own. Kind of cheap if you ask me, seeing as how they're throwing out $800 for food and shopping, you think they could drop one of those and actually fly you out. Anyway…
The winner will receive Three consecutive nights lodging for two in a Salon Suite at the Wynn Las Vegas; A $400 dinner credit redeemable toward a dinner for two at the SW Steakhouse at the Wynn; A $400 credit redeemable toward Wynn spa services or shopping; Two tickets for the Le Rêve show at the Wynn Las Vegas during the stay; and limousine transportation to and from McCarran Airport in Las Vegas.
The contest ends March 31, 2008, and you can enter HERE.
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February 29, 2008
Maxim Magazine's Hometown Hotties contest has already started up again. Week 1 has just begun, and there are 100 women posted who are awaiting your vote.
You can hit the voting site HERE for week one. Obviously it's probably not something you should do at work though.
Also, there's still time to enter the contest if you feel your a Hottie, and want to take your shot at getting the votes to prove it. You can sign up HERE.
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February 29, 2008
The stainless steel, side-by-side, Santo 75598 KG AEG refrigerator combines sharp classic looks with excellent performance and unmatched practicality. For the wine lovers, this AEG refrigerator has a 162 liter wine cooler, equipped with a special electronic controls, LED temperature display and a UV protected glass door. Five wood shelves can hold up to 39 bottles. The 78 liter separately controlled NoFrost freezer comes with LED display, 4 drawers and enough space for all your frozen foods, while making defrosting a thing of the past. With capacity of 330 liters and featuring numerous drawers and bins, refrigerator stores your foods at optimal, electronically controlled temperatures. The fridge runs about $5,900.
You can hit the main AEG site for the fridge HERE, but it isn't in English.
(via BornRich)
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February 28, 2008
Alright, you have to enter this one pretty much right now, because the contest ends tonight, February 28th at midnight Eastern time.
If you get entered, and you're the winner, you'll receive roundtrip coach airfare for two, a two-night hotel accommodations for two at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, two tickets to the 2008 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and After-Party in New York City on March 10, 2008, dinner for two at the Palm Restaurant, VIP treatment at Snitch Rock & Roll Sports Bar, and a Rhapsody portable mp3 player and a 1-year membership to Rhapsody Music.
The 2008 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees are Leonard Cohen, the Dave Clark Five, Madonna, John Mellencamp, the Ventures, Little Walter and Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. Not sure that Madonna has ever really been in the Rock category, but whatever, it's a pretty good weekend trip.
You can hit the VH1 site HERE to enter.
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February 28, 2008
Jose Cuervo International has unveiled the 2008 edition of Reserva de la Familia. This is the 13th edition of the Reserva and is considered to be a collectable masterpiece to spirit connoisseurs around the world for both its superior taste and uniquely designed packaging. Each year since 1995, the Cuervo family has selected a renowned Mexican artist to paint the new handcrafted wooden box for its ultra-premium vintage Tequila — part of its continuing support for promising Mexican artists and local culture.
This year's edition features the artistry of Fernanda Brunet, winner of the 2003 Acquisition Prize, VI Bienal de Monterrey, Mexico. In addition to winning several awards and a double gold medal from the 2006 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Reserva de la Familia is recognized by industry experts as one of the world's finest spirits. Only a limited number of Reserva de la Familia bottles are produced each year, which makes this prized sipping Tequila a much desired buy.
Aged in new French and American charred oak barrels, Reserva de la Familia has a full, mellow taste that combines floral, agave, vanilla, nut and Cognac-like flavors and is typically sipped in a brandy snifter either straight or on the rocks. Each bottle is carefully assembled by hand, numbered and dated, hand-dipped in wax and then placed in the handcrafted wooden box. The 2008 Reserva de la Familia is expected to be available in most U.S. states in March for approximately $100 per 750ml bottle.
You can read more about it at the Avenue Vine site HERE, or on the official Jose Cuervo site HERE.
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February 27, 2008
National Geographic uses its 119-year history of experience in exploration for a travel inspired collection of watches.
“The 2007 watch collection is inspired by our explorers and photographers on assignment around the world. Our Signature, Pioneer and World Traveler watches deliver precise timekeeping, design elegance and a full complement of features for the diver, adventurer, traveler, photographer or explorer,” said John Dumbacher, senior vice president of licensing for National Geographic.
National Geographic Signature pieces for spring 2007 include the Pharaoh and the Mega Steel Diver for those who demand as much from their equipment as they do from themselves.
The Pharaoh is a stainless steel watch with self-winding capabilities and luminous hands/indices, and is water resistant to 330 feet. It has a 40-hour power reserve and is encased with sapphire crystal to resist scratches.
The Mega Steel Diver lives up to its name — it is waterproof to 1,000 meters/100 ATM. A Swiss-made timepiece with ultra-precise chronograph, day, date and tachometer with ultra-luminous hand, it has a stainless steel case and a combination rubber/stainless steel strap.
The National Geographic Pioneer Line features the Outlander and Deep Blue series. The collection contains 15 styles and retails from $79 to $349.
The National Geographic World Traveler line comprises the Sierra, Time Trekker and Globetrotter series. Twenty styles are included, with retail prices ranging from $119 to $395.
You can head over to Amazon.com HERE to see all of the models and check out the pricing.
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February 27, 2008
The Scotch Blog has announced the winners of the 2007 Drammies. The Drammies were created to be, above all, a "People's Choice" award. There are no real awards, other than the fact that that a world-wide audience of thousands of whisky lovers selected winners. Here they are:
Best Packaging/ Marketing Campaign
Marketing counts. This packaging is sure to make someone pick it up. Ad, viral video, commercial, packaging, publicity stunt. Whatever it was it was the best.
Winner - Highland Park 18 "Whisky Amnesty" at Glasgow, Whisky Live - 28% of the votes
Bang for the Buck
You simply can't beat this whisky at this price. You'd probably buy it if it cost more, but for now you'll just load up on it.
Winner - Laphroaig Quarter Cask - 37% of the votes
Distiller/Blender/Independent Bottler of the Year
Over all this distiller/blender did the best job this year. New Products, moving the industry forward, whatever criteria you choose, these guys are in the forefront.
Winner - Bruichladdich - 49% of the votes
Most Innovative New Product
Was there anything NEW this year that just put everyone else to shame? Someone who moved the bar, tried something different.
Winner - Compass Box Canto Series - 58% of the votes
Best New Product (whisky)
The category says it all. This product was introduced (or reached your market) in 2007. And it was simply the best new thing out there.
Winner - Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist - 36% of the votes
Best New Product (Non-whisky i.e., book, resource, web site, etc)
You couldn't drink it, but you could read it, view it, use it. This product was introduced (or reached your market) in 2007. And it was simply the best new thing out there.
Winner - Dr. Whisky - 45% of the votes
Most under-rated-whisky
This one doesn't get any respect. People don't know about it OR it's just a lot better than people give it credit for.
Winner - Glenfarclas - 52% of the votes
Worst Marketing Campaign
Ad, viral video, commercial, packaging, publicity stunt. Whatever it was it was the worst.
"Winner" - Canadian Club (Damn Right Your Dad Drank It) - 40% of the votes
You can read the article over at The Scotch Blog HERE.
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February 26, 2008
The sQuba is a unique car that can drive on land, on the water and up to 33 feet (10m) under water. The first step in the process of making a submersible car was removing the it’s dependance on air by using only electric motors. Power for the motors comes from lithium-ion batteries which also makes the car a zero emissions vehicle. Next the car was made air tight with a catch, the car has an open top, which means the passenger compartment is flooded when you're under water.
While underwater, the vehicle is powered by SeaBob jet drives that are housed in directional nozzles on the sides of the car. Three motors provide propulsion, one on land and the other two in the water. While under the water, passengers breathe from an integrated compressed air tank similar to those used by scuba divers. The open top of the vehicle is also practical, in that if something would happen while under water, the passengers can make a quick exit.
The car will be on show at Geneva next month, and there's no word on if it will actually be sold at some point, or if any more will be made.
(via Luxury Launches)
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February 26, 2008
Sure, you can buy the latest and greatest pair of shoes endorsed by a sports star, but how many other people have those exact pair? Sole Brother can eliminate that problem, with a pair of custom sneakers.
When you buy a pair of sneakers, you'll be provided with a computer generated mock-up for approval. Each custom design is created by hand, and then the entire sneaker is coated with a protective layer which resists water and physical damage. A pair of shoes will cost you between $400 - $700, and that price includes the design fee, the shoe itself, and free shipping. While they specialize in sneakers, they can also customize high heels, hand bags, belts, wallets, and anything else made of leather or other similar materials
You can learn more by hitting the Sole Brother site HERE.
(via Luxist)
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February 25, 2008
Alfa Romeo has announced that they will be showing the new Spider, based on the 8C Competizione model, at the Geneva car show. Alfa Romeo states that they plan on making only 500 of these, and rumor has it that they will cost somewhere in the $200,000 range. The spider has the same 450 HP 4.7-liter V8 under the hood as the 8C Competizione coupe. More from the press release:
"Alfa Romeo once again unveils its new models onto the world market at the Geneva event. Indeed, following on from the Alfa 159 and Brera in 2005, the 159 Sportwagon and Spider in 2006, and its Personalisation Programme going by the name of "Alfa Unica" in 2007, it is now the turn of the alluring Alfa 8C Spider. Undisputed centre stage on the stand, this new car inherits its coupe sibling's winning formula that shook the motoring world. Put together by Alfa's Centro Stile and production limited to 500 cars, this new open top immediately entices with that unmistakable "Italian elegance", a unique and inimitable style that hints at its typically sporty Alfa handling.
Under the bonnet is a powerful 8 cylinder 4.7 litre engine producing 450 HP, matched to a 6 speed robotic gearbox, the new Alfa 8C Spider is truly beautiful, powerful and rock solid, where its gracious lines and dimensions gel perfectly with typical Alfa Romeo engineering and drive-ability. Needless to say, alongside this attractive Spider is the Alfa 8C Competizione, the epitome of Alfa Romeo's innovation in the fields of engines and engineering, heightened competitiveness and continuous technological research."
You can see some more pictures of the car (in white) at the Jalopnik site HERE, or at the Alpha Romeo site HERE (has a long load time).
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