The best airline seat you can buy for about Rs 12 lakh

Etihad Airways, national carrier of the United Arab Emirates has unveiled the world’s most luxurious suite on a commercial passenger aircraft.  


The opulent ‘Residence’ will feature a living room, double bedroom, separate ensuite shower room, and a trained Butler. 



Spread across an area of 125 square feet, the suite will be located on the upper deck of the airline’s new fleet of Airbus A380s and will be available for single or double occupancy.



The living room is furnished with a two-seat reclining sofa, dining tables and a chilled mini-bar.



Passengers will have a dedicated Butler on call throughout the flight, offering personalised service.


A dedicated VIP Concierge team will ensure all aspects of the experience, including booking luxury limousine transfers, check-in, and menu planning.



“The Residence will set Etihad Airways apart from the rest of the industry and allow us to provide the complete range of world-class products and services to cater for the individual tastes of every VIP traveler,” Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ Chief Commercial Officer, said.


A touchscreen control unit operates the retractable ottoman, lighting, window shading, adjusts seat position and firmness, and activates the in-seat massage functions. 

The Residence is decorated in a contemporary style influenced by modern Arabian design.

The bedroom features 82-inch long double bed, bedside unit, wardrobe, and under-bed stowage for hand luggage. 

The living room features a large 32 inch LCD TV, while the bedroom has another 27 inch LCD TV.

The communications suite features broadband with internet mobile and data capability, Live TV, HDMI, AC outlet and USB ports.

The Residence is fully Wi-Fi enabled and equipped with the latest entertainment system, controlled by video touch screen and handset.

A door and passageway separate the living room from the master bedroom and the ensuite shower room. 

The flight to London from Abu Dhabi will offer this luxury onboard the A380 for about $20,000. 

The first flight will connect Abu Dhabi and London in December this year. Etihad plans to add 10 Airbus A380s to its fleet

Certified by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for dual occupancy, ‘The Residence’ has been built by B/E Aerospace partnering with the Etihad Design Consortium (EDC) and Poltrona Frau.

Inside the biggest cruise ship ever constructed......This just a City on Sea

Cruise ships are increasingly become a popular holiday ‘destinations’. And, in turn, they are becoming bigger and better. The biggest cruise ship, Allure of the Sea, is about five times the size of Titanic and can accommodate about 5,400 to 6,000 passengers.

The ship is a city within itself and offers all amenities that you can imagine. We take you on-board and show you what the modern day Titanic offers.

Royal Caribbean International owns two of the biggest cruise ships in the world. At No. 1 is Allure of the Seas and it is very similar to its sister ship Oasis of the Sea, which is mere 2-inches shorter.

The ship has the exact same specifications as Oasis of the Seas. The shipyard said that it was not intentional to make Allure of the Seas bigger.

The difference in length between the two could be because of the temperature of the steel in a ship as big as this.

The keel of Allure of the Seas was laid on December 2, 2008 at the STX Europe shipyards in Turku, Finland, according to Wikipedia. The ship was launched in November 2009.

The grandest ship in the world, Allure of the Seas, offers all facilities that you can find in a including adventure sports, indoor sports, numerous restaurants, theatres, pools, and even shopping streets. It requires a crew of 2,384 to serve the passengers.

Routes

The ship travels on three routes including the one showed above. The other is from Ft.Lauderdale to St. Maarten in the US and also travels between Barcelona (Spain) and Rome (Italy).

Action & Adventure

Allure of the Seas also has a mini golf course to let you hit the links on the high seas! You can enjoy mini-golf game on a green that overlooks a sea of blue.

The ship not only offers indoor entertainment but also has adventurous activity such as rock climbing.

From beginners to speed climbers, everyone can enjoy an unparalleled view from 40 feet above deck

Action & Adventure

The FlowRider surf simulator onboard Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas.

Action & Adventure

The image shows Whirlpool that guest can dive into.

Entertainment & Shopping

At the AquaTheater (pictured above), dancers, divers and acrobats pull off stunts against a backdrop of backlit fountains, big screens and the endless horizon of the sea.

Entertainment & Shopping

In the AmberTheater, above, guests get to watch all the current 3D DreamWorks titles as well as other 3D movies.

Entertainment and Shopping

The ship also has a full-fledged casino.

Entertainment and Shopping

Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas features a high diving show, Oceanaria, in the ship's AquaTheater.

Entertainment & Shopping

Royal Caribbean International’s Allure of the Seas "Blue Planet" show in the AmberTheater.

Kids & Families

The ship has two areas that are designed to replicate a neighbourhood. Boardwalk, pictured above, is one among them. Families love dining at the many restaurants and cafe on the here.

Kids & Families

The Boardwalk section on deck 6 will surely remind of childhood - it features a Carousel made especially for Allure of the Seas from poplar wood

Kids & Families

Balconies of suites are seen facing the most happening area - Boardwalk - of the cruise.

Kids & Families

The ship also has a meandering garden lined with shops and fine restaurants called Central Park.

Kids & Families

During the day, Central Park garden basks in the sun and the trees provide the shade. In the night it transforms into a vibrant ‘street’ with lights and dazzle.

Kids & Families

The ship has many options to keep kids of all the ages busy. H2O zone water park, pictured above, is one among them.

Dining

Allure of the Seas' main dining room, Adiago.

Dining

Once on-board, you will enjoy dining options that are rich in flavour and ambience. The ship has about 25 cafes, pizza parlours and restaurants.

Dining

A Spanish restaurant Rita's Cantina seen in the photo.

Dining

This On-Air Bar is a dedicated spot for televised sporting events and karaoke.

Rest & Relaxation

The ship also has a spa on-board that can is seen in the picture above.

Rest & Relaxation

The above image shows Thermal Suite in Allure of the Seas where you can enjoy sauna.

Rest & Relaxation

Among many facilities available, fitness enthusiasts are never away from keeping their bodies in shape.

Rest & Relaxation

Among the four pools, this is the adult-only 4 pools called Solarium

Rest & Relaxation

This two deck high Royal Loft Suites in the picture above offers panoramic views. There’s master bedroom and bath on second level. Bath has a tub, shower, two sinks and bidet.

It comes with four twin beds that convert to Royal Kings measuring 72.5 inches wide by 82 inches long.

Other facilities in the Royal Loft Suites include private balcony with whirlpool and dining area, dry bar, living room sofa that converts to double bed, closets on each level and stateroom can accommodate up to 6 guests.

Special facilities

The true feeling of the cruise being a city in itself comes when you need money and there's an ATM to serve your need.

4 Best Foods to Eat to Fight Stress

There are many ways to combat stress, but one of the best ways is to consume stress-fighting foods. Most of us live in a hectic, crazy, busy world where stress is almost inevitable. While a little stress can be good for you, when you are constantly feeling stressed out, overwhelmed and anxious, it can cause huge damage to your health, your productivity, your mood, and even your relationships. Too much or prolonged stress can even lead to short-term and long-term physical problems, such as high blood pressure, impaired memory, osteoporosis, coronary heart disease and a weak immune system. Eating stress-fighting foods, exercising on a regular basis and practicing yoga can help you reduce your stress levels and improve your moodwithout any medications. Today we’re on a journey to discovering the best foods that can help us fight stress and live a more peaceful life. Read on…

1. Brown rice

Brown rice is an excellent source of B-vitamins, which are essential for the proper function of all tissues, cells, and organs. B-vitamins promote heart, immune, brain health as well as healthy mood. Eating brown rice can help you combat stress and prevent different types of mood disorders. If you often experience moodiness, try including brown rice into your healthy diet and enjoy a stress-free life.

2. Spinach

Spinach is packed with Vitamins A, C and B-vitamins and is rich in potassium, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium, which help decrease stress hormones in your body, stabilize your mood and make you feel better. One cup of spinach will be enough to help your body combat stress. You can use spinach in your salad, smoothie, omelet, and sandwiches.

3. Salmon

Salmon is a super-nutritious food that can work miracles on your body. It’s high in omega-3 fatty acids that increase happy brain chemicals such as serotonin and help regulate stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. Moreover, omega-3 fatty acids help improve your brain function. Try eating 2 to 3 servings of salmon per week to reduce your stress levels. If you don’t like salmon, opt for another oily fish like sardines, tuna and mackerel.