Looking for the adventure of a lifetime? Wanting to be part of an unforgettable experience where chasing the world’s most dangerous and exhilarating severe weather is involved? F5! Tornado Chasing Safaris offers to confront our Mother Nature and witness the most severe storms. Located in the central portion of the United States, known as “tornado alley”, when during spring months, cold and dry air moves south out of Canada and warm and moist air moves north from the Gulf of Mexico — developing a perfect setup for the tornadoes! The company counts with two comfortable and safe Suburban Luxury SUVs with on–board technology per tour. Each one has limited seating, up to four clients along with one meteorologist and a driver, offering this way personal exposure to the staff. F5! makes your dream possible — to presence an outrageous adventure and become a real storm chaser too.

Established in an atmosphere of refined tranquillity, Knai Bang Chatt is a private residence for rent on an exclusive basis. Located in Ken on the south coast of Cambodia, this blend of modernity and unique identity provides breathtaking views of the sea. The property consists of three villas with a total of eleven rooms, all individual and tastefully furnished. Where relaxation is the key element at Knai Bang Chatt, an unusual selection of alternatives will turn your stay into the most personal experience, from an intimate concert of a local flautist, to local monks giving a blessing ceremony — is just one of the options of a spiritual culture. Join a different excursion each day or simply find an ideal retreat of inspiration.

Cerulean Villa was founded on the principle that it would offer its guests their own private resort with all the amenities of a luxurious hotel and the intimacy of an enchanting home. This stunning villa is located in Anguilla, on the beach at beautiful Barnes Bay. Its seven large bedrooms count with private entrances and terraces that offer a spectacular sea view. Service is a must and a staff of fourteen caters to the guests every need. Gourmet dining is the standard at Cerulean, which serves custom tailored cuisine to each guest’s specifications. Some of the amenities at Cerulean include water sports, tennis, swimming in the free–form pool, an in house spa and kid’s club.

Promising the ultimate in laidback luxury, the Rania experience offers guests the freedom to explore the Maldives via a fully crewed, exclusive–use pleasure yacht, then retreat to the welcome seclusion of their own private island. Both the yacht and island villa are stocked with every amenity to please the most discerning travellers. Rania cruises the waters of the Indian Ocean, docking at its own private island in the Maldives’ idyllic Faafu Atoll. Rania is the only experience of its kind in the Maldives to limit bookings exclusively to one private group at a time. Its all–inclusive rate covers everything guests need to create the private island and sea escape of their dreams.

AirSea Lines of Greece is exploring the possibility of offering scheduled seaplane services between inland waterways in key UK cities following a series of successful take–off and landing trials on London’s Thames river. A de Havilland Canada DHC–6 Twin Otter with floats took off for a demonstration flight from the Royal Victoria Docks, adjacent to London City Airport. Steven Earle, President and CEO of AirSea Lines is said to be studying domestic passenger flights from lakes, rivers and harbours across the UK. A fleet of up to 50 seaplanes could be in place in time for the Olympic games taking place in the capital in July and August 2012.

The new breed of air–taxi operators across the world has fuelled aircraft orders for very light aircraft to unprecedented levels in aviation history: Connecticut–based start–up Magnum Jet placed 101 firm orders for the Adam A700, SATSair from South Carolina agreed to buy 50 Cirrus SR22 piston–single air taxis with options for another 50, Florida’s DayJet ordered a total of 239 Eclipse 500s whilst Massachusetts–based Linear Air will get the first of its 15 Eclipse 500s this January. In Europe, main players are JetBird with 50 Embraer Phenom 100 very light jets on order and Spain–based Wondair with 24 Embraer Phenom’s on order and 12 options.

Million Air, the fourth–largest fixed–based operator (FBO) chain, has set its first steps outside North America by setting–up of a joint venture with Flying Group for the acquisition of the former Flying Group facilities in Le Bourget, Paris and a new facility in Mandelieu, Cannes. Million Air is currently widening its FBO network throughout the USA and Europe through acquisitions. At least one other FBO is planned in Europe in the short term, likely to be Antwerp, Belgium again in partnership with Flying Group.

In the heart of L´Ortolo Valley, a superb 2,000 ha private estate in the extreme south of Corsica, lie the charming Murtoli villas. With a blend of the 16th century arquitecture and rustic simplicity, a total of 10 villas, are individually appointed between sea and mountains. These properties offer exclusive and intimate privacy to relax and enjoy the contrast and diversity of the island´s landscape. Guests can spend their day exploring the region on a horse–back riding or simply chose for one of the special holiday programmes proposed, from discover local natural fragrances to countryside meals with Corsican chants — Murtoli Villas invite you to a real escape where the simplicity of life is appreciated.

Evason Hideaway at Zighy Bay has 85 uniquely designed villas, where all of them offer a spacious, personal environment with rustic chic décor and its own private swimming pool. On a headland on the northern Munsandam Peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman, this property stands between high serene mountains and long stretches of sandy beaches and with its idyllic location permits to capture glorious evening sunsets. A spa, operated by the award–wining Six Senses Spas, offers 9 treatment rooms where holistic wellness and rejuvenation is the focus. A choice to enjoy a private barbecue dinner beneath the stars or wine dinners held in the cellar, are some of the alternatives to make your stay a unique experience.

Located in one of the world’s most rewarding destinations, Cape Town, stands The Pinnacle – a spacious minimalist four level loft. This property offers the luxury and style of a five–star boutique hotel with the intimacy of a private home. Within easy walking distance of some of the city’s most fashionable shops, bars and restaurants, The Pinnacle is ideally situated to explore Africa’s Mother City. This exclusive boutique hotel suite is designed and finished to the highest standards. The glass walls offer stunning views of Lion’s Head, the city’s historic Muslim quarter and the Atlantic Ocean. A 24–hour concierge and the attention of your personal butler ensure that your every whim is pandered to.

Whether you are an avid boat enthusiastic or an entrepreneur with submersible needs, this innovation will solve any problems, from eliminating the need for transport/support vessels to also being very capable submersibles — and there is no need to require support from another vessel! Marion Hyper–Submersible Power Boat has designed the Fathom Z, measuring 33 feet long and large enough to carry a pilot and three passengers. Its ability to dive to depths of 200 feet and its combination of speed (an estimated 45 mph surface speed), serious 880 hp diesel engine, safety and look as well as all weather capabilities are just some of the characteristics of an exotic machine that people will want to possess. The Marion Hyper–Sub is the perfect yacht accessory and has countless applications in industries that rely on submersibles. Prototype testing begins in late spring 2007.

The ancestry of croquet can be traced at least to the 14th century. Its traditional version of semicircular or rectangular wickets has been changed into a new image and design. We introduce the Wicket Man — a collection of playful wickets representing baseball players and golfers. Inspired by an original wicket created in 1910, this impeccable heirloom–quality croquet set combines art and sport. Each set is hand–painted and signed by the artist who uses only the finest materials and exact measurements. A complete set includes nine green or red golfer ductile cast–iron wickets, four Solomon Tuftex mallets, four championship balls, one winning and one turning ductile cast iron post in the shape of golf tees, four boundary flags, one smasher, two wicket drills, and four clips. Each one comes with a rule book, a numbered certificate of authenticity, and is securely housed in a beautiful handcrafted cherry wood case. A hand–painted set is priced US$ 9,900.

The Airship Alberto, prototype of an entirely new class of personal aircraft, made its historic first flight on October 27, 2006 in Amherst, MA. Designed and built by Skyacht Aircraft, Inc., Alberto is a hot air blimp, or airship, with a patented rigid, but foldable, structural frame. Alberto is named after the famed aviation pioneer Alberto Santos–Dumont who flew the first practical blimps in the early 1900’s. Unlike conventional blimps which use costly helium, the Personal Blimp is filled with hot air (generated by an on–board propane burner) which makes it easier to control and allows the blimp to be deflated between flights. The aircraft is not for sale yet but will likely be priced between US$100,000 and US$200,000 — depending upon configuration. The company sees other areas of application in forest canopy research, wetlands management, eco–tourism, aerial photography, and film–making.

The long wait is finally over: The Private Collection — Edition 2007 is now available fresh from the printers! This ultimate source of inspiration for discerning travellers can only be ordered online on our www.xoprivate.com website since it is not on sale anywhere else in order to preserve its exclusivity! The perfect and original gift for a dear friend, family member or …just to spoil yourself! The latest edition of The Private Collection has again been designed into a stunning piece of art: a luxurious hardcover publication of almost 400 pages which guides its readers in the direction of the world’s finest escapes and travel excellence providers, all brought together in a single and uniquely illustrated volume. Probably the world’s most luxurious travel publication!