Water beds...

The story goes, an underwater hotel is being built near Istanbul - in a secret location. The secret location is near a shore, on top the ruins of a circa 1930's tobacco factory. Starting in March 2008, reservations are being taken for a planned September opening. So far, all we have are rumors and a fairly glitzy website.


Take a look at the Poseidon Resorts:
www.poseidonresorts.com

Lights! Cameras!

Maybe there are times when you don't want to be visible on a surveillance camera. It could happen. One alternative is to make an infrared light headband. Infrared light is Invisible under normal conditions, but concentrated infrared light tends to overload the camera's video chip - making the headband wearer appear like an eerie ball of light.


Samples and discussion via UberReview:
www.uberreview.com

Wonder twins...

Nothing says adventure like a good seaplane. The folks at Antilles Seaplanes are working very hard to make a twin engine turbo prop version of the old Grumman G-21 Goose. It's a modern update to an old classic. With seating for 10, your entire team can show up to secluded locations in style.


Read all about it, and then maybe place an order at Antillies Seaplanes:
www.antillesseaplanes.com

Pocket protector...

Here's something you might want to throw into your bag of tricks: the victorinox rescue tool. There are all kinds of things that might come in handy should things get a bit adverse..




Tools include:

Large lock blade
Phillips screwdriver
Window breaker
Wire stripper
Seatbelt cutter
Disc saw for shatterproof glass
Crate opener

And much more. All for about 80 USD.

Details from the Victorinox home site:
www.victorinox.com

The new convertable...

It's a question as old as time itself. Should I turn the dining room into a billiard room, or leave it a dining room? Now you don't have to chose. The 'Fusiontable' converts quickly from a dining table, into a billiard table. Brilliant.



Gallery and order info via Fusiontables.com:
www.fusiontables.com

Killer ring...

You might want to be on the lookout for any femme fatale wearing this: the inverted point engagement ring. Designed by Tobais Wong - this pointy ring starts at 1 karat and can be used to cut hard surfaces. Yikes. Price varies based on the size of the diamond.

A couple of more details via Yanko Design:
www.yankodesign.com

Shotgun!!

Shotguns. They’re not just for quail hunting anymore. Turns out that many military groups and police units like to use them for tactical purposes.


For instance, the US Navy Seals tend to prefer the M4 Super 90
Read a bit about that via NavySEALS.com:
navyseals.com



If you were interested to kit out your own tactical shotgun, you might like to add a few things on – modified shock absorbing stock, ammo carriers, slings, and so on.
Here’s a great example from the nice people at Mesa Tactical in Southern California:
www.mesatactical.com


If you’re one of those people that must have something a little more exotic, you might look at the AA-12 (auto assault) shotgun. Firing at about 360 rounds per minute – duck hunting seems like it would be a breeze.

All the gory details via Military.com:
www.military.com



And finally, If you are really very fond of your tactical shotgun – you can sleep with it.

Literally.

Follow this link to watch the alarming commercial for the home product that makes it possible.

www.home-backup-protection.com

Peace and quiet...

Sometimes during a really hectic day, you might stop and think, 'Hey, Maybe I should pitch all this and just buy an ancient Italian Monastery'. Well, you're in luck - there's one for sale. The Antico Monastery is currently available -- it's rather remote and has enough elbow room for whatever crazy projects you might have in mind. Cost: about 2.3 million euro. But it includes pasture land and chestnut woods.

Pictures, details and links via the Lifeinitaly.com:
www.lifeinitaly.com

Kung Fu Zoo...

Do you like Kung Fu? Real Kung Fu - not 'Wire Fu' from the movies... If so, you might like to take a look at this: 'All About Kung Fu' on magnify.net has a really large collection of video clips featuring rare and hard to find Kung Fu styles and teachers. Make a large pot of tea and settle in, there's a lot to watch here.


Giant video collection via 'All About Kung Fu':
allaboutkunfu.magnify.net

New dirt...

For 30 years, the Dakar rally has sent off-road drivers crashing around some very inhospitable areas of Africa. Sadly, this year - the race has been 'abbreviated' due to security concerns. This week, it was announced the race will be moved for 2009. The new location will be through Argentina and Chile. The 9000km loop will begin and end in Buenos Aires.


Details and entry information via the Dakar site:
www.dakar.com

I'll bet we're on time...

There's been some buzz in Las Vegas lately, about the new Airbus A380. A couple of the large gaming companies are considering customizing them into large airborne casinos. The fun could start shortly after take off. No word on what the stewardess outfits would look like.


News blurbs from Casino City Times and the Luxist:

www.casinocitytimes.com


www.luxist.com

Very deep...

The gents at DEEP Flight have been making submersibles for some time now. They make them for use in filming, exploring, salvage, and general entertainment. They've got big plans for a next generation winged submarine. Deposits are being taken for this year's 'under water flight' school in the Caribbean.


Details, info and sign up at the Deep Flight home page:
deepflight.com

I'll ring you up...

Here's a prototype for a social networking tool. It's an electronic ring that stores contact information similar to a rolodex. The wearer transfers data by literally 'shaking hands'. The contact data is stored in the ring. The data can be read by sliding a display card onto the ring later. No more forgetting 'what's-his-name's' details.


Mockups and designer info via Yanko Design:
www.yankodesign.com

Official Spy sneakers...

Pssst. On February 23rd, Puma will release tennis shoes based on the old Mad Magazine characters 'Spy vs. Spy'. There are all kinds of zany features including bullet holes and secret stash pockets. Silly? yes. Fun? Absolutely. Available from select secret locations in North America.

Read more about it via Nicekicks:
www.nicekicks.com

Cool vacation...

Looking for a winter getaway that's a little off the beaten path? You might like to take a look at the Kakslauttanen resort in Finland. Each year they put up 20 glass igloos in a village along with 31 luxury log cabins. Combine that with the world's largest snow restaurant, traditional finnish smoke sauna, and a healthy dose of winter sports - very cool indeed.


Pictures, details and schedules via the Kakslauttanen page:
www.kakslauttanen.fi