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Social Media for Social Good
Canadahelps Launches Great Canadian Giving Challenge
CanadaHelps is launching their Great Canadian Giving Challenge today - a unique blend of social media and charitable fund-raising. The Great Canadian Giving Challenge encourages Canadians to leverage their…
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Fun-Fueled Cribs
Former Berlin Shell Gas Station Becomes a Home
Juerg Judin had different dreams then most when passing an abandoned Shell station in the Schöneberg neighborhood of Berlin—he dreamed of home.
And so he made his dream house come true, converted that…
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Lavish Lavatories
The Upper House Luxurious Bathrooms Impress on Many Levels
The Upper House, Hong Kong’s newest boutique luxury hotel, impresses on many levels: high quality finishings, a free “maxi-bar,” and sweeping views. But in a city where 300 square foot rooms are expected,…
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Stunning Waterfront Hotels
The Four Seasons Seattle Returns to Puget Sound
I’m a sucker for luxury hotels. I guess most people prefer nice accommodations, but there’s something about the level of service provided by Four Seasons Seattle that just works for me. Having Four Seasons…
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In-Room iPods
The Upper House Ditches Paper Directories
Dog-eared hotel guides and room service menus covered with coffee stains and ripped out pages are a thing of the past at The Upper House, Hong Kong’s newest boutique luxury hotel. Guests open the drawer…
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Classy Cubic Chronometers
Casio Introduces Poptone Cubic Puzzle Wristwatch
As a perennial traveler, I’m always looking to catch my next plane, train or ship (but NEVER a bus). Thus a timepiece is naturally a must-have, and Casio’s new Poptone Cubic Puzzle Wristwatch is a great…
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Cashless Cards
Majority of Tokyo Residents Use Electronic Cash
While cashless payment cards have certainly been around for a few years, they’ve been pretty strongly opposed by technophobes and privacy groups alike. Worldwide adoption seemed like a lost cause.
However,…
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Hands-Free Umbrellas
The Shoulderbrella Frees Up Your Hands When it Rains
From the “what will they think of next?” file, this Japanese invention ensures that even when it’s raining, you have one hand for your coffee and the other free to hold your mobile phone. Of course, it…
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Social Media for Mobile Apps
AppBoy Launches Community for Mobile App Users
While it may feel like we’re suffering through social media overdose, I still bump into a site every now and then that actually makes sense. Welcome AppBoy - a community focused on mobile apps for iPhone/iTouch,…
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Healthy Office Snacks
Toronto Start-up, Fruit4Thought, Wants You to Choose Fruit
Fruit4Thought, a Toronto-based start up, has quickly begun snapping up market share among offices both small and large. The business model is remarkably simple: deliver fresh fruit to Toronto employers…
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Healthy Hotels
10 American Chains That Promise to Leave You Feeling Recharged
Hitting the road for a vacation or work can be rough on your routine. You leave behind the familiar, your comfortable bed, your local shops, and your favorite leisure activities. Health.com wants to help…
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Conveyor Belt Advertising
Airport Baggage Carousel as Marketing Medium for Bojangles
Common practice for most after getting off a long flight involves the trek down to the baggage claim area and the inevitable wait for your bag (with its handle broken off). This means there are often 100+…
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Juice Box Cameras
Take Secret Shots With A Hidden Camera In Your Lunch Box
Sure, at first glance these neat designs could be any other juice box. On closer inspection, we find an innovative 35 mm camera hidden within. Fuuvi, based in Tokyo, is the Japanese design firm responsible.…
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Alarm Clocks that Spoil You
The 'Wake Up' Starts You Off With Fresh Hot Chocolate
De Dietrich, a French designer, recently released this nifty alarm clock. As profiled by Yanko Designs, the "Wake Up" alarm is as easier than using a VCR (is that still a thing?).
Your beverage choices…
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Ecoclectic Luxury Hotels
Hilton Denizen Brand Targets Globally-Conscious Modern Travelers
Despite the worldwide economic downturn, Hilton recently launched the newest addition to its Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio: Denizen Hotels. Joining such prestigious brands as Waldorf=Astoria and Conrad…
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DNA Radio
Internet Broadcast Of The Human Genome
Techno, rap, classical...what about genetic? Yes, you can now listen to an internet broadcast of the human genome. Previously converted to a visual representation by DNA rainbow, the “sonification” is…
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Professional Personal Memoirs
Memoir Productions Captures Loved Ones’ Stories
A new Toronto start up venture, Memoir Productions, offers clients an exciting opportunity: capturing their loved ones’ (or their own) life stories permanently. Available in a variety of packages, in either…
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Trend Hunter Launches 4 New Super Widgets
Trend Hunter is pleased to announce 4 new Super Widgets!
Keep readers glued to your site with cutting edge interactivity that perfectly fits your site.
1. KEEP READERS GLUED TO YOUR SITE - Unlike competitor…
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Free Presidential Souvenirs
Obama Memorabilia For Tough Economic Times
As the United States prepares to make history tomorrow with the inauguration of Barack Obama as president, many are looking for the proper way to commemorate this momentous occasion. With the current economic…
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Rocking Roadsters
BMW Launches The New Z4
More excitement emerged from Detroit this week as BMW announced the world debut of the new BMW Z4. For the first time ever, the Z4 sports a retractable hardtop, making this incredibly sexy car that much…
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