| “Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can buy you a yacht big enough to pull up right alongside it “
(David Lee Roth)
What do you do if you are an enormously wealthy businessperson with some spare change in your wallet, a penchant for opulence and want to show the 'commoners' what being truly rich means? You get yourself a fabulously lavish floating home and shout, ‘Titanic’ style, off the bow; “I have the biggest d...inghy,” most likely in Monaco’s famous harbour. More often than not the word ‘excessive’ springs to my mind, however there is no doubt that if you have the cash to splash there are very few more extravagant ways to spend your hard earned income, be it inheritance, drug money, and or, oil money... So drop anchor, get comfortable in your captains chair, set your course for the’ Isle of Envy’ and take a look at some of the most luxurious and technologically advanced yachts the seas have ever seen.
 Hedonist ( price: 3 mil. €)
The Art of Kinetiks Hedonist is a 20 metre (63 foot) motor yacht that can cruise at speeds of up to 40 knots, doing so in nearly unparalleled style all for a very low price. The exterior is cloaked in fine mahogany, with glass and metal accents, while the interior is as refined and detailed as a luxury hotel. Hedonist is powered by a set of Rolls Royce water jets. The yacht is designed to be seamless and pure. No screws or plastic are visible at any point.
Ocean Emerald (price: 1.8 mil. €)
 This spectacular and contemporary 41 metre (135 feet) masterpiece is the first of four identically designed super yachts and has been designed with a strong emphasis on space and light. The guests are looked after by a permanent, highly trained crew of seven to cater for their every need. The internal planning of the yacht offers total flexibility to respond to the most discerning requirements of the owners and their guests. All furnishings and fittings are provided by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
 Wally 118 (price: 15.5 mil. €)
Nearly every man wants to be James Bond. And if James was not fictional and happened to be an exceptionally wealthy man he would no doubt choose the Wally 118. If any dictators or their heenchmen think they can him, they would be dead wrong, Wally 118 is a superfast yacht with a maximum speed of 60 knots (70 mph, 110 km/h) from three gas turbine engines. Not only is Wally fast, it is also ideal for entertaining a few of the lady friends, you would, no doubt, invite on board.
Leopard 43 m (price: 17 mil. €)
 he leopard is a 43m motor yacht launched from the Leopard Shipyard in 2010 and won the World Yachts Trophy 2010 for the best lay out. If speed is what you need from your yacht then Leopard has it covered with three 2400 horse powered engines. In addition to its super sleek design, upper deck jacuzzi, art galley and phenomenal speed, Leopard, is also technologically above and beyond nearly everything else in its category. Possibly the best thing about this particular yacht is the relatively low price. Buy it, but don’t tell your posh friends for how much.
Strand Craft SC122 or 166 (price: 17 mil. €)
 The highlight of either model is the outstanding design and technical features in creating these fully usable and fast mega yachts. So what do you get for your millions? Art Deco interiors, four big staterooms, a reception and salon areas for entertaining, 52-inch LED TVs and Bang & Olufsen sound systems in every room, as well as some serious wave making power (14,000 horsepower) and a high top speed (both boats can hit 50 knots).Oh and don't forget the 800-horsepower twin turbo V12 supercar that the company is throwing in for free. It even has its own parking parking spot inside the yacht.
JoyMe (price: 50 mil. €)
 The unique and eye-catching 50 metre (164 feet) yacht JoyMe launched earlier this summer by Philip Zepter Yachts, has an impressive tri-deck displacement. JoyMe features a distinctive and highly personalised exterior and interior design by the Milan based studio Standby/Marijana Radovic. The unsual yacht has a cruising speed of 14 knots, max speed of 15.00 knots and a range of 4000 nm from her 65000-litre fuel tanks. If you get the urge for a very expensive holiday, JoyMe is available for charter.
Maltese Falcon (price: 100 mil. €)
 The Maltese Falcon is currently owned by Elena Ambrosiadou founder of IKOS Asset Management, a London-based hedge fund. Originally commissioned by venture capitalist Tom Perkins and built by Perini Navi - Italy, the 88 metre (289 feet) sailing yacht is one of the largest in the world. Most likely to the annoyance of Elena there is now a new and improved Maltese Falcon sailing yacht design. The new 110 metre Falcon yacht design is faster, better and larger according to Perini.
Superyacht ‘A’ (price: 140 mil. €)
 The extraordinary shape, courtesy of designer Philippe Starck, has been likened to both a First World War battleship and a submarine. Launched by the same German company that built the Bismarck - the Second World War battleship - the 119 metre (390ft) steel yacht is like a modern-day dreadnought. The razor-sharp bow will cut through Arctic ice. Clamshell doors, at the rear, open upwards to release two 30ft speedboats, ideal tenders for the Mediterranean.
Pelorus (price: 206 mil. €)
 From the Greek word ‘pelrios’ meaning ‘vast’, Pelorus is the nineteenth largest yacht in the world. Built in 2003 in Bremen, Germany, it was originally owned by a Saudi businessman who then sold it onto Roman Ambramovich, owner of Chelsea F.C. Perolus is 115 metres (377 feet) in length and was upgraded by Ambramovich, who had modifications made to the exhaust, stern and mast, plus the minor addition of a second helicopter pad. Perolus is now owned by Hollywood tycoon & yacht ownerDavid Geffen. Why have one when you can have two?
Dubai (price: 245 mil. €)
 Owned by Shiek Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, ruler of Dubai and Prime Minister of the UAE, Dubai is one of the most lavishly furnished yachts on earth. There is a glass spiral staircase
connecting the VIP suites, and the, no doubt, cheap additions of a landing pad for a Blackhawk helicopter, and a garage for the submarine. Dubai, which was first completed in 2006, has had numerous additions and enhancements since its first build; anchoring is position amongst the world’s elite yachts.
Eclipse (price: 900 mil. €)
 Eclipse, as her name suggests, is the biggest private yacht in existence and comes with a missile-detection system, two helipads, a luxury spa, swimming pool and a miniature submarine. One of the most advanced pieces of technology on board are giant stabilisers – effectively motorised paddles. The stabilisers are believed to be a first in yacht technology and extend from the vessel’s sides when at anchor, to prevent the yacht from rocking. They move in response to the waves to keep the vessel level at all times, ensuring no champagne is spilt on the beautiful decks. Onboard computers even monitor and memorise the wave patterns to predict pressures on the hull, so ensuring the stabilisers react before a wave hits the vessel. Eclipse is the ultimate mega yachtski - As Roman would probably tell you.
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Gadgetry that you want and probably don’t need
A realistic ride on an indoor bike trainer is harder to obtain than a clean urine sample on the Tour de France. That's because rollers lack the friction necessary for calf-swelling power cadences. This pro-proven trainer uses a large flywheel in place of the back wheel to match the inertia of a rolling bike. Sure enough, as you ease off the pedals you can feel the resistence. Above everything, the design is killer.
Pure Twilight - Price: €149.99 
This vacuum is Dyson through and through. Not only does it look like the kind of thing Han Solo would use to clean up the Millennium Falcon, it has tech where it counts. The head pivots swivel through 180 degrees, so it ver loses contact with the floor, meaning you won’t miss a spot, and you can detach the long-reach wand to get at those awkward nooks and crannies. With one-button emptying, your days of getting dust everywhere as you struggle to fill a bin bag are long gone.
The 900 Watt AX-100SLM oven from Sharp lets you steam your way to a healthier life, with less fat and more nutrients. A grill and microwave are also built in, so you can choose your cooking method depending on your mood, what ingredients you have to hand and how virtuous you are feeling. The operations are touch sensitive and the LCD display lets you see how long is left.
Others may have dabbled with TV apps, but this is the real deal – full web browsing on your television, so you can check your email, read the news, check Twitter, watch YouTube and more from the comfort of your lounge. 
Aimed straight at the audiophiles, this system, like most gadgetry from B&O, brings in technology and innovation, which is barely rivaled in the audio industry. The 8 system gives its users the option to dock with either a PC or Mac. Music on a docked or USB linked device can be controlled via the dedicated round remote control or of course your existing Beo4 or Beo6 remote controls.
As well as offering top music freeing via a topmounted iPod dock, its own internet radio app, streaming via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and amazing sound quality, these Philippe Starck-designed speakers look just as striking as they ever have.
Sky V is the illusion of real sky, a virtual skylight displaying the essence of nature's sky events in vivid, hours-long, UltraHD sequences. Sky V is a ceiling-mounted system of precision monitors integrated into a faux skylight framework. Not everyone is blessed with a pay packet big enough to have an apartment or home with stunning views but now you can have any view you want — anywhere.
The Dyson Hot fan heater uses air multiplier technology for long-range heat projection to heat any room evenly. There are no fast-spinning blades or visible heating elements, so it’s easy to clean and lends it a “Jetsons” look. 
It is no surprise that Bang & Olufsen's first 3D TV also happens to be one of the most expensive sets ever produced. Perhaps it's just the size of the screen that creates such enveloping intensity, but a run-through of 3D Blu-ray delivers some of the most convincing 3D pictures I have ever seen. A fine way to spend (gulp) €69,000.
This limited edition watch of which only 30 pieces have been produced and sold at select retailers. It has a platinum case and bracelet and is set with a total of 568 baguette-cut Top Wesselton diamonds (33.8 carats) and 234 baguette-cut royal blue sapphires (16.79 carats). It is water-resistant to a depth of 30 metres. Additional pieces, also set with baguette diamonds and sapphires, are available with a leather strap and platinum buckle. Founded in 1846 as a maker of marine chronometers, the company is still privately held.
This one-of-a-kind piece, available by contacting Blancpain’s headquarters in Paudex, Switzerland, has 480 diamonds totalling 58 carats on the dial, bezel, case middle, lugs, and bracelet. It is self-winding and has an exceptionally long power reserve: seven days. The case is water-resistant to a depth of 100 metres. The company is owned by Swatch Group.
Keyboards with actual keys are so last decade. All the hip gadgets have already eliminated physical keys (iPhone, Surface…), and even notebooks seem to be ‘over’ keys. Designer Kong Fanwen brings the same keyless concept into external keyboards with the ‘No-key Keyboard’, a flat full size Qwerty keyboard that features a glass surface, camera and embedded lighting. The design utilises motion capture technology to follow your finger movements and translate them into input. THE DAMAGE: Concept design only