The longest vacation since I became an adult is a 3 day 2-night stay in Puerto Princesa, Palawan (Philippines). I remember it didn’t cost me much, it was just about $500 give or take a little. It already covered all my expenses while I’m there (except airfare), accommodation, food, tours. In all fairness, I had fun on that “budgeted” vacation. So I can’t imagine how much more fun I can have with these most expensive vacation spots in the world. Anyway, expensive or not, vacation is important for everyone. So let’s check out the list and see which ones we can afford.
Africa. This country is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean. Tourism in this country became a significant industry when their first airport opened in 1971. If you can afford $11,000/ night then you can get the best of Seychelles has to offer. Mind you though, you’d want to book your reservation early because these $11,000 a night villas are very limited. There are only 11 of them and they are located at the best island in the archipelago.
Rwanda. If you are fascinated with volcanoes then this is the perfect destination for you. Like the Seychelles villas, the lodges in this area is also limited. There are only 6 of them and they resemble traditional Rwandan homes. Fireplaces in the center of the living room and all. Rooms rates starts at $1,100 per person/ night. Guests also have the option to take part in the reforestation and conservation plead for the area and mountain gorillas.
Laucala Island Resort, Fiji. Laucala is a privately owned island and on top of its highest peak is the Hilltop Villa. A night here costs a whopping $44,000. This is a prime choice for people who want to vacation in complete privacy and seclusion. It is already a private island, to begin with hence only a private road leads to it. And don’t think that just because you have money to spend means you can get to it with a swish of your platinum card. You also need to get the owners approval first.
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Hotel Georges V in Paris, France. Do you want an unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower? Like having it all to yourself? Not impossible, but can be expensive. This is what The Penthouse Apartment at 0ne of the most luxurious hotels in the world offers. If you can afford $26,500 per night that is.
The British Virgin Islands. Want to vacation like a US president? Then here is where you’d want to go. A lot of things you can do like scuba-diving, water skiing or sailing. If you are more of the forest and less of a water lover then this is still the right place. The wildlife here is spectacular. Just like the $80,000 per night starting rate. Though you can take your whole family and a handful of friends because up to 34 guests can be accommodated for that price.
Zermatt, Switzerland. Apparently, Switzerland has a lot to offer more than the luscious chocolates and world-class financial services. Zermatt offers skiing slopes for all skill levels and on top of that (literally and figuratively) is a 5-star chalet that can house up to 13 guests. It is equipped with all luxury furniture and fixtures plus an in-house gourmet chef. Rate starts at $57,000 and can reach up to $191,000 a week.
Raj Palace in Jaipur, India. Golden is the best word to describe this paradise. $15,000 a night entitles you a four-floor apartment fit for a king. Imagine jacuzzi on a rooftop with a full view of Jaipur. On the second floor of the structure is a private museum housing the Throne and Bolsters of the Thakur Sahib.
Although it is owned by the illusionist David Copperfield, these are real islands that are developed for the richest. Like most islands, you can snorkel and dive fish here, water is clear and unpolluted and you will definitely love the seclusion. The main island that can house a max of 24 guests is “guarded” by 3 smaller islands.
Cannes, France. 15 people can be accommodated at this private chateau that speaks of luxury every step of the way. It has its own pool and a staff to take care of you and your guests if you can afford $41,000 a night that is.
Want to know how to spend $195,000 in 24 hours? Then go on a vacation. Yes, a 24-hour vacation. Where to? Antarctica. The tour starts off at Cape Town where guests are to board a private jet to the continent of ice. The actual tour on the neverending land of ice takes 8 hours. The finale of your tour is a grand buffet with bottomless champagne. Grand indeed.
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How is a person’s popularity measured? Is it by the number of people who know or have heard about him? Maybe the frequency of his TV or radio guestings? How about the number of billboards and ads with his face on it? People might have a varying basis for measuring popularity, depending on the industry they are in. Like if you are a business icon, your popularity would probably be measured according to your corporations’ popularity. If you are a politician, your popularity is usually measured through a trust rating survey. When it comes to athletes, ESPN has devised a way to rank the popularity of these sports icons in different fields. Let’s take a look at who are the most famous athletes in the world.
Three factors were considered to make up the ESPN popularity formula. They are (1) The athletes’ earnings ON (salary) and OFF (endorsement contracts) the field, (2) Social media followers (Facebook & Twitter), and (3) Google search volume. Below are the 10 most famous artists in the world who we now also know are the highest earners and most followed too.
American Golfer. Christened as Eldrick Tont Woods, he is more popularly known by his nickname Tiger.
Annual Salary: $1M
Endorsements: $50M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): 8.9 M
Spanish Tennis player. 31 years of age, he is ranked world’s no.1 tennis player in the Men’s Singles Tennis Division.
Annual Salary: $ 4.5M
Endorsements: $ 28M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): 24.1M
29-year-old Forward for the Golden States Warriors. He has won several titles including Most valuable player, Rookie of the Year and has been selected to the NBA All-Star Team on several occasions.
Annual Salary: $ 20.2M
Endorsements: $ 35M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): 23.8M
Sometimes also called “Lightning Bolt”, Usain is a Jamaican Track & Field player.
Annual Salary: $ Undisclosed
Endorsements: $ 30M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): 23.6M
Christened Neymar da Silva Santos Junior. He is a 23-year-old Brazilian Soccer player.
Annual Salary: $ 14.7M
Endorsements: $ 17M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): 78.5M
Mickelson is another American golfer. He is famous for his left swing though he is right-handed. A World Golf Hall of Famer.
Annual Salary: $ 28M
Endorsements: $ 48M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): Undisclosed
Roger Federer is a Swiss Tennis Player who is currently ranking #2 (next to Rafael Nadal) on the World Tennis Men’s Singles Division.
Annual Salary: $ 9M
Endorsements: $ 58M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): 19.3M
Messi is an Argentinian Soccer player who plays forward for the Barcelona Soccer team.
Annual Salary: $ 48.5M
Endorsements: $ 22M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): Undisclosed
LeBron James is the small forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers. He is now in his second stint with the team and already holding the title for Cavalier’s all-time leading scorer.
Annual Salary: $ 23M
Endorsements: $ 44M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): 53.7M
A 32-year-old Portuguese Soccer player who plays for Real Madrid Soccer team. He is the top notcher of ESPN’s latest (2017) most famous athletes in the world list.
Annual Salary: $ 52.2M
Endorsements: $ 27M
Social Media Followers & Upvotes (Facebook & Twitter Combined): 153.5M
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Getting tired of the usual dogs and cats and up for a new, more challenging pet? Or have you really been into caring for more exotic species and not domesticated ones? Well, need not to worry because not all exotic animals will get you charged with illegal wildlife trade. Here is a list of the most exotic pets that you can legally own.
Boa constrictors can grow between three and thirteen feet, depending on its location as well as the availability of food/ prey. Female boa constrictor can grow more especially in captivity. Their captive life expectancy is 20 to 30 years and they are usually fed mice & chicken. They can be tamed that is why they have become popular among exotic pet owners.
This type of tarantula belongs to the docile kind that is why it is popular among collectors and exotic pet owners. They are slow growing and females can live longer than the male. It is very reluctant to bite even when it feels threatened, making it a little less dangerous as opposed to its cousins. Its primary line of defense, like other tarantulas, is its urticating hairs.
These cockroaches, as the name implies are native to African island of Madagascar. Unlike your household cockroaches, the Hissers are flightless. They do not have wings but they can scale smooth surfaces like glass. They can grow up to 3 inches long and have a lifespan of up to 5 years in captivity.
Green Iguanas or just commonly referred to as Iguanas are native to South and Central America. They have a calm disposition hence making them an ideal pet. They can grow up to 1.5 meters from head to tail. It can be a bit challenging to care for especially for amateur collectors/ hobbyist due to its needs like specialized lighting, etc.
Tamandua also was known as anteater is a solitary animal and is a native of South America. It commonly feeds on ants, bugs, and termites. They can be colored tan, brown or blonde depending on the exact area of origin.
More like gliding squirrels because they do not really fly like birds or bats does. They are omnivores and can feed on fruits or other smaller animals like birds. What’s interesting about them is that their internal organs are visible through their skin.
This breed of a fox is native to North African Sahara desert. They have a lifespan of 14 years when held in captivity. The fennec fox is one of the only two species of fox that can be held in captivity as pets though they are far from domesticated like dogs or cats.
They are not cuddly pets and don’t go well in groups. The only way they can live with cats and dogs is if it grows up with them. Change in environment and caretakers can be stressful to genets.
Capybaras are the largest rodent in the world and can weigh up to 70 kg. They are herbivores and can stay underwater for as long as 5 mins. They are of South American origin and in some areas are hunted for their meat and pelt.
This species of scorpion is native to West Africa, it can live up to 6 to 8 years and is one of the largest among the scorpion family. They are black in color but glows into a pastel green when exposed to ultraviolet light, not that there’s a reason for you to have an ultraviolet light lying around somewhere…
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There are 2 different kinds of pet owners. Those who are really just fond of having pets and will keep and care for a cat or two around. There are also those who love (and borderline obsessed with) pets. I even saw an article about this lady who currently has a thousand cats under her care and had to give up her house, car and wedding ring. Since I’ve been writing about a lot of expensive things lately like chocolates and toys, reading it got me wondering about the most expensive pets there is. Let me share with you, my dear readers, what I found…
Please don’t confuse her with the Sabaeus monkey for The Green Monkey is actually a thoroughbred racehorse who was sold for $16,000,000 in an auction in 2006.
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Missy came from the Holstein breed of cows which are known for having the highest production of dairies. However, more than her dairy produces, she was purchased by a group of Canadian investors for $1,200,000 in 2009 for her embryo in hope to produce more of the same breed hence more exponentially increase dairy production. Missy actually wasn’t the only expensive cow purchased as there is a yearly “Cow of the year” contest held in Canada.
From the name itself, you would know that one of this dog breeds origin in Tibet along with China, Mongolia, and nearby countries. The breed was originally developed to guard livestock against wolves attacks. The most expensive Tibetan Mastiff was bought in China for a whopping $582,000.
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Sir Lancelot Encore is a labrador that cost $155,000. The price came up to this due to the procedure from which he came to be. He is a clone of another labrador named Sir Lancelot who unfortunately was diagnosed and died of cancer. The family that owned him loved him so much that they had him cloned.
Apparently, wild & dangerous animals are allowed to be kept as pets in some countries. White Lions are a rare breed of lions that are so coveted by wild pet lovers. Its cubs currently has a price tag of $138,000
A rare stag beetle was sold by a Japanese breeder for $89,000. Hence, making it one of the most expensive pets as well as the most expensive insect that was sold.
The first parrot on the most expensive pets list, the palm cockatoo can be sold at around $16,000. Unlike most parrots that are usually full of bright colors, this one is black. They are native to Queensland, Australia, particularly in Cape York Peninsula area.
Can be sold for as much $14,000, Macaws or new world parrots have a variety of subspecies. One of them even belongs to the 10 longest lifespan animals. The Hyacinth Macaw though is native to central and eastern South America and is identified to be the longest/ largest among its species.
Next to chimpanzees ($50,000), the De Brazza’s monkey is the next most expensive monkey there is. It can be bought for around $10,000 if you can find one that is. These African breeds are notable due to their long white beard and orange crown fur.
Large and colorful bills (beaks) are the toucan’s hallmark. They are usually forest dwellers and non-migratory. And although they are believed to be able to lay 21 eggs max, they are never found in a big flock. These birds can be sold for as much as $10,000.
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