Friday, October 16, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
Japan’s ice hotel on Hokkaido Island
Following the model of northern-European countries like Sweden, Japan opened an ice hotel in Alpha Resort Tomamu’s ice village, on Hokkaido Island. The living-rooms, bath-rooms and bed-rooms are all made out of ice, and it costs two people 80,000 yen ($696) to spend the night.
Dinner is served on an ice plate while drinks come in ice glasses, so you have to sip them quickly, before they freeze.
Japan’s ice hotel is not for everyone of course, if you can’t handle the cold, you better not pack your bags just yet. Guests sleep dressed appropriately , in layers and thick winter jackets. If you think you can handle freezing cold, the hotel closes on February 15, so hurry up.
The ice hotel of Hokkaido looks good but it still doesn’t come close to Sweden’s ice hotel.
Enjoy your Holiday at Ice Hotel of Japan...
Wedding Hall is too inbuilt in the Ice Hotel... Where can have their Marriage in between Ice...
A Couple is taking fruit juice in an ice Cup. It is Costing around 500yen over the bar, where people can enjoy their drinks...
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Shape-Shifting Solar iChange Vehicle Unveiled
We love seeing crazy concept cars, but we’re even more impressed when they actually get built! Swiss car manufacturer Rinspeed recently announced that they will be showing off a car lined with solar panels that is capable of changing shape to suit the number of passengers that are in the vehicle. Dubbed the iChange, the innovative vehicle will be showcased at this year’s Geneva auto show.
While they do not get any points for the name, the Rinspeed iChange won us over with its slick styling and bevy of eco-friendly features. The concept is a lightweight electric vehicle that is capable of going from 0-60 in 4.2 seconds, and achieving a top speed of 220km/h. It can run for approximately 90 kilometers on one charge. As with many concept vehicles nowadays, the vehicle has been fitted with solar panels on the roof and sides. These recharge the batteries and assist with temperature control.
The car’s most remarkable feature is its ability to accomodate a number of passengers depending on the need. Normaly the vehicle will run with just one passenger. However, should the need arise, the rear of the vehicle opens up to reveal two more spaces. Needless to say, it looks really cool.
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