The Residence - Etihad Airways Luxury Flight Service Costs $38,000 One-Way

The much coveted and rarified standards for mile-high elegance, pampering, and posh service in luxury air travel, standards which are far out of reach for the average economy traveler, have just been raised to a higher level of excellence. Etihad Airways have been flying its new fleet of the state-of-the-art and mammoth A380-000, which is one of the next-generation superjumbo jets capable of transporting almost 500 passengers, in a new air corridor since late 2015.The U. A. E. based airline company initiated a New York City to Mumbai flight route for its A380-000 fleet. Moreover, the airline has instituted a new luxury hospitality and pampering service called, “The Residence,” which currently holds the distinction of being the world’s most expensive airline ticket. No other airline even comes close. Features of the Etihad Airways Luxury Flight The Residence is a two-person capacity, 3-room cabin suite on the airliner’s New York City to Mumbai route, which also has a stopover in Abu Dhabi. The Residence features head-of-state level amenities and a cost of $38,000 for a one-way ticket. If you would like to experience the Residence on the airline’s London to Mumbai route, then it will cost you about $26,000 one-way. For those of you of the budget-luxe minded persuasion, Etihad Airways also has a Residence cabin suite on its Abu Dhabi to Mumbai route that only costs about $5,000 for a one-way ticket, which relatively speaking is quite the bargain. Price of the Ticket The Residence features a living room with haute-couture designer linens and leather furniture, sofa, dining room furniture and 32-inch flat screen television. The bedroom features a bed that is almost 7 feet long and 27-inch flat screen television. In the bathroom, there is a standing shower. Your $38,000 one-way ticket also entitles you to an in-flight personal butler and private chef, breakfast in bed, access to an exclusive pre-flight and post-flight lounge and a personal chauffeur, among other elegant amenities. The Residence’s New York City to Mumbai route via Abu Dhabi takes about 20 hours to traverse. Of course, if you happen to live for such mile-high indulgence, then why not pay $76,000 for the round-trip experience of the Residence?   Disclaimer - All Images are subject to accreditations of the Owner unless otherwise indicated so.  

Top 5 Countries to Travel Alone

Costa Rica Costa Rica takes first place on the Happy Planet Index, meaning that people of the country lead long, happy, sustainable lives. Besides being a happy country, Costa Rica is also a great place for adventure — like water sports, the famous Cloud Forest canopy tour, whitewater rafting, zip lining and relaxing at the beach. Bali One of the most popular spa destinations in the world. If you want to take some time off and reward yourself for weeks of hard work, Bali is the place to choose to pamper yourself. There is also famous Sacred Monkey Forest and rice fields if you want to make your fabulous spa experience even more unique. Japan There are plenty of cities in Japan where you will enjoy traveling alone. Major cities in Japan will indulge and entertain you with its unique culture, lifestyle, and fashion. However, if you fan of breathtaking views and nature, you should definitely check out Kyoto, the city of spectacular gardens, colors, and forests. Cambodia The temples of Angkor are considered one of the largest ancient tourist attractions in the world. It has also recently ranked as the number one tourist attraction in the world by Lonely Planet, it is a great place for a little self-reflection. Chile At first solo travel to Chile might sound a little sketchy, especially for the female travelers, however, Chile has a well-deserved reputation as one of the safest countries for solo female travelers in Latin America and the world. Moreover, there are countless activities you can find in Chile, such as wine tasting, hiking, sandboarding in the desert and there is even spiritual Easter Island, where you can also do horse riding and snorkeling.

Rosie O'Donnell Reports Missing Daughter

Rosie O’Donnell’s 17-year-old daughter Chelsea has been missing since last week, the TV star confirmed on her website. The teen and her 6-month-old therapy dog named Bear, a 9-pound brown and black terrier, were last seen Aug. 11 in Nyack. “Chelsea stopped taking her medicine and is in need of medical attention,” says the post, dated Tuesday. Chelsea was last seen wearing a black hoodie, dark ripped jeans, gray Converse sneakers and a black backpack. She has a large tattoo on her right side of a dream catcher with the word “Breathe.” Nyack police have been searching for her in the Rockland County area since Sunday, but O’Donnell said on her Twitter page that her daughter could also be in New York City. The comedienne, who has four other children, tweeted a photo of Chelsea and Bear. O’Donnell adopted Chelsea in 1997, but the girl’s biological mom, Deanna Micoley, told the National Enquirer in March that the actress “stole” her kid. “I may not have been the best mother back then. I did drugs and I have a criminal record because of it,” Micoley told the newspaper. “But I surely didn’t deserve to have my baby stolen from me!” Reps for O’Donnell said her daughter Chelsea suffers from a mental illness, had stopped taking her medication and is in need of medical attention. O’Donnell’s spokeswoman Cindi Berger said,”Chelsea, like millions of people, lives with mental illness. It has been a difficult road for Chelsea and her family and they just want her back safe.”

Uma Thurman Blows Up at Reports at Custody Hearing

“Kill Bill” actress Uma Thurman unleashed her fury at reporters Monday, saying they should be banned from court after a hearing in her child-custody battle with her ex, hedge-fund executive Arpad “Arki” Busson. “The press doesn’t belong in Family Court,” Thurman fumed, although she was actually in Manhattan Supreme Court, three blocks away from Manhattan Family Court. “You should respect people’s privacy,” the Golden Globe nominee added after slipping on a pair of black sunglasses. “Thank you. Goodbye,” she snapped, pointing toward the exit. Busson, 52, hauled Thurman, 45, into court so he could spend more time with their 3-year-old daughter, Luna. The London-based multimillionaire received permission from the judge to call into court on the telephone, while Thurman had to attend in person. Thurman and her two lawyers met privately with Justice Matthew Cooper and Busson’s lawyers for about an hour. They emerged from behind closed doors with a temporary settlement. Cooper praised the two sides for putting their daughter’s well-being ahead of their differences. “I’m very pleased that we were able to resolve the immediate issue of parental access with the child and everybody has acted in a good, cooperative manner and certainly in a way where I’m struck by how concerned both sides were for the best interests of their daughter,” Cooper said from the bench. The judge continued to compliment the “Pulp Fiction” star and her ex, who was on speakerphone. “I commend Ms. Thurman and I commend Mr. Busson for flexibility, for being able to accommodate one another, but most of all being able to take their daughter’s needs first and foremost,” he said. “The immediate issue before me has been resolved. We will meet again to work out an ultimate parenting plan,” he said. The nature of the conflict was not clear, as legal documents involving child custody are sealed, although related court proceedings in both Manhattan Supreme and Manhattan Family courts are public. Busson’s lawyer declined to comment. Outside the courtroom, Thurman’s assistant apologized to the press, telling reporters that her boss is “very sensitive” about “personal matters” involving her children. Thurman, who called off her engagement to Busson in 2014, also has two children with ex-husband Ethan Hawke.

Modest Bathing Suits for Moms: A New Summer Trend?

Are you tired of exposing your postpartum body at the beach in revealing swimsuits? The new modest bathing suits trend may be just what you've been waiting for. The Short of It The newest trend in bathing suits is so-called "modest" swimwear that covers up arms, legs and other body parts that many of us moms would prefer not to show! The Lowdown Tired of the tiny two-pieces being marketed to women, companies are seeking to corner a new market. Their target audience: any female who prefers a more modest look when she hits the beach or pool. We're talking pants, long-sleeve tops, maxi-dresses and capri pants paired with tops, all made out of swimsuit material. HydroChic actually began its modest bathing suit line to cater to Orthodox Jewish women who follow a strict dress code and can't show their arms and legs, even at the beach. But soon, founders Daniella Teutsch and Sara Wolf realized there was a larger market of women who prefer a modest summer look. On their company's website, Teutsch and Wolf say they were sick of seeing women who "were out there donning men's T-shirts and night shirts over our traditional bathing suits for sun or body coverage." They knew there was a market for their fashions, and now they are seeking todress women of all shapes and sizes in flattering and chic, yet modest beach looks. Undercover Water and Aqua Modesta started in much the same way. The latter bills itself as the "the original Kosher swimwear." Styles from Aqua Modesta's line include long skirts with pants sewn in, long-sleeve tops, and even matching swim caps. Among its clients, the company counts religious women who adhere to stricter dress codes, older women who prefer not to show much skin, plus-size women, and women who simply want to avoid excessive sun exposure. The Upshot So, is modest swimwear the new frontier in mom bathing suits? It will be interesting to see if this trend catches on and replaces the swim cover-ups I see so many mothers sporting at our local beach. As for me, I worry I'd sweat too much in pants and a long-sleeve top—not that I wouldn't mind skipping the sun exposure or perhaps not having to worry so much about how I look in a bikini! Would you wear a modest bathing suit?