Otilia Drăgan
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A master’s in International Relations, as well as working in online media for more than five years, have given her a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other.
Homes on wheels, aircraft or boats, these fresh, sometimes quirky, ideas from all over the world are worth sharing.
Former TV Show Star Tiny House Built With Reclaimed Wood Is Full of Character
12 Sep 2022, 01:14 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you can buy cars and boats that were featured in movies, why couldn’t you buy tiny homes as well? These houses on wheels aren’t just wildly in real life, but also appearing more and more on various types of shows. This particular tin...
Airbus to Use Four Aircraft for the Flight Tests of Its Longest-Range Airliner
9 Sep 2022, 05:40 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / While the environmental impact is presented as the most important factor influencing the development of future airliners, extending the range without compromising passenger comfort is another major goal. Airbus is on its way to deliver the highly-a...
Pioneering Corridors for eVTOL Cargo Operations to Be Built Between the U.S. and Canada
9 Sep 2022, 04:42 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Over the last couple of years, we’ve seen an impressive number of electric aircraft emerge, each claiming to be the most innovative, powerful and reliable. But even the best eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) would mean nothing wi...
This Opulent Chinese Megayacht Can Go Anywhere, Comes With Its Own Luxury Speedboat
9 Sep 2022, 03:52 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Under the name of “Island Heiress,” this majestic megayacht hides an unusual and interesting story. It was built in Hong Kong, but completely redone in Florida. It’s old, yet it boasts modern engines, amenities, and toys. It&rsquo...
Elegant 22-Foot Tiny House in North Carolina Reveals a Surprisingly Sophisticated Interior
9 Sep 2022, 02:48 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Luxury can be defined in many ways, but when it comes to dwellings, it’s mostly about the quality of the appliances and materials, as well as the overall design. A tiny house might look rustic and plain on the outside, but you won’t kno...
The Most Famous Electric Personal Jet Dazzles in Another Flight Demo, Is Coming to the U.S
9 Sep 2022, 01:49 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If there were people who didn’t believe in Jetson One, the incredibly popular electric aircraft that took the world by storm even before its official launch, the most recent developments at the Swedish manufacturer are proving them wrong. ...
Australian Billionaire Spends Plenty of Time on Board His Superyacht, a Luxury Powerhouse
9 Sep 2022, 01:13 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / When you’re not just a very wealthy businessman, but one with decades of sailing and racing experience, your ultimate luxury toy can only be an innovative, award-winning floating paradise. Lang Walker is a truly interesting character. Now ...
UK Warships Shadowed Three Russian Ships That Are Returning to Their Homeland
8 Sep 2022, 05:52 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Moskva, the symbol of Russia’s naval power, was famously destroyed in April, during the ongoing war in Ukraine. Its sister ship, Marshall Ustinov, is still standing. After six months in the Mediterranean, it suddenly left the area, together w...
Norway Will Try to Recover an USAF CV-22 Osprey That’s Been Stuck on a Nature Reserve
8 Sep 2022, 05:06 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / So far, this hasn’t been a good year for the CV-22 and MV-22 Osprey aircraft. The same issue that had determined AFSOC (Air Force Special Operations Command) to ground its entire Osprey fleet earlier this year, made one of these aircraft get ...
The German Space Agency Conducts In-Orbit Refueling Tests Onboard a Zero-Gravity Aircraft
8 Sep 2022, 04:11 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Aerial refueling is an essential capability that’s widely used by military forces for their fighter jets, but it’s still not possible to replicate when it comes to spacecraft. However, the German Space Agency at the German Aerospace Cen...
The Most Popular Rolls-Royce Ship Engines Are Now Compatible With Sustainable Fuels
8 Sep 2022, 03:15 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / E-Diesel, green hydrogen, fuel cell systems – these things seemed almost impossible to implement in the maritime industry not that long ago. Drastic changes in terms of zero-emission propulsion are harder to implement in this sector, but Roll...
Built for an Automotive Millionaire, This Classic Yacht Blends History With Modern Luxury
8 Sep 2022, 02:29 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Luckily, not all the rich people who are into yachting want a brand-new toy that would be built from scratch for them. Some are attracted to the timeless charm and elegance of classic boats, even though it takes more effort to bring them up to date...
Vintage Airstream Used for Hurricane Relief Is Now a Stylish Retreat With an Outdoor Pool
8 Sep 2022, 01:21 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Turning an old Airstream into a tiny home has its challenges, but also a unique charm. It’s no wonder that it feels like owning a piece of American history, as the owner of the beautiful Casita Coyote says. Some folks used their own creati...
The Next-Gen Brazilian Military Transport Behemoth Is Now Officially a Firefighter Too
7 Sep 2022, 04:40 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Some might be surprised, but the military transport aircraft that is considered just as good, if not better than the American C-130J Super Hercules, comes from Brazil. The next-generation version of what is now an iconic aircraft was meant for both...
Forget Bulky Cruise Ships, This Two-Decade-Old Sailing Yacht Is the Way to Go
7 Sep 2022, 03:40 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Cruise ships have their advantages, but there’s something about sailing ships, especially old ones, that can’t be matched. Also, certain destinations such as the Greek islands are better suited for these types of sleek vessels that can ...
Qatar Billionaire’s $300 Million Pioneering Superyacht Is Still Turning Heads
7 Sep 2022, 02:47 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There’s no shortage of jaw-dropping beauties in the South of France, especially during this time of year. And by that we mean floating mansions owned by some of the richest people in the world. One of them is still a head-turner after more th...
A Turkish Traditional Boat Was Turned Into a Very Unusual Villa With a Luxury Pool
7 Sep 2022, 01:53 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Is it a boat? Is it a house? The lines are blurred with this surprising villa in Antalya, Turkey, that’s basically a former sailing vessel out of water. It seems that are no limits to the imagination when it comes to turning boats into homes ...
Tobacco Oligarch Selling His Secretive Superyacht, an Award-Winning Masterpiece
7 Sep 2022, 01:11 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Earlier this year, when international sanctions were determining Russian oligarchs to move their luxury yachts to safe locations, where they could not be seized, Igor Kesaev’s spectacular vessel was one of them. Now, it seems that he’s ...
Robby Is the Autonomous Security Guard That’s Keeping a Hotel Parking Lot Safe
6 Sep 2022, 05:55 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Don’t be fooled by its cute appearance and not-so-subtle name – Robby is supposed to be tough and keep bad guys away. Even though it doesn’t look nearly as threatening as the infamous robot dog sporting a weapon, this fully-autono...
A Lovely Off-Grid Tiny House in Australia Collects Water From Its Tiny Roof
6 Sep 2022, 04:46 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / This hidden treasure in New South Wales, Australia, is the closest to a lost paradise that you can get. Sure, the breathtaking surroundings help a lot, but this fresh-looking retreat perfectly matches their vibe with its simple, yet comfortable str...