*The contents of Michael Jackson NeverLand ranch (now rebaptized Sycamore Valley Ranch) are set to be auctioned off in April at a four-day public auction in Beverly Hills, CA. Over 2000 items itemized in a $500 catalog will be for sale. The items are priced to sell, but should still bring a bounty as they range from the mondaine (books and sequined jackets) to the more elaborate (marble and gold statues, the property's iron gates). This brings new meaning to the term "garage sale". However, on a more serious note, this is another illustration of the value of hidden wealth that affluents individuals may have accumulated during these past gilded years. One person's trash is another person's treasure, so check your garages!
*For the domestic jet-setters and Atlanta locals, there is a luxury getaway available locally: Villa Oceane. Off of Peachtree Rd and one block from the Buckhead Ritz-Carlton, this penthouse is available for $10k a month. It has been used for locations shoots but is now up for rent. Features include a roof-top infinity hedge pool, a four car garage and white marble floors throughout. I can envision this as a more affordable option for celebrities in town for a couple of weeks or more (recording sessions, filimg, vacation, etc...). It beats a presidential suite for such prolongued stays and it saves money.
*In these challenging times, and despite calls for restraints, certain luxury brands are bucking the trend. Maybach is unveiling a top of the line version of its luxury cars, dubbed the Zeppelin. Priced at over $600,000, I am not sure there will be a rush to purchase this version despite uber-luxurious amenities. The car goes on sale in March for a September 2009 delivery date.
*For the domestic jet-setters and Atlanta locals, there is a luxury getaway available locally: Villa Oceane. Off of Peachtree Rd and one block from the Buckhead Ritz-Carlton, this penthouse is available for $10k a month. It has been used for locations shoots but is now up for rent. Features include a roof-top infinity hedge pool, a four car garage and white marble floors throughout. I can envision this as a more affordable option for celebrities in town for a couple of weeks or more (recording sessions, filimg, vacation, etc...). It beats a presidential suite for such prolongued stays and it saves money.
*In these challenging times, and despite calls for restraints, certain luxury brands are bucking the trend. Maybach is unveiling a top of the line version of its luxury cars, dubbed the Zeppelin. Priced at over $600,000, I am not sure there will be a rush to purchase this version despite uber-luxurious amenities. The car goes on sale in March for a September 2009 delivery date.
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