Sometimes the best way to see a city, to experience its true essence, is at street level. Walking gives you the chance to explore its significant features and local attractions at your leisure. While you can walk in almost any city center, some destinations are more peripatetic pleasurable as you make your way through the labyrinthine streetscapes. Charter a private …
There is always something happening on Salt Spring Island, in British Columbia’s Gulf Islands. It’s nature enthusiast’s paradise, complete with endless blossoms in the spring, seemingly endless days during the summer, fall harvests and winter festivals. Surrounded by miles of waterways, what sets Salt Spring apart is its status as an artsy town, as its residents include farmers with artisanal …
Seeing a landscape while riding a bicycle offers unique rewards as it gives you time to notice small details—the scent of an orchard, the reflection off the water, the bends in the road. While you can traverse the land on your own, going with a bike tour offers comforts that you typically don’t enjoy on a solo ride, such as …
Burning Man is an annual weeklong festival that begins on the last Sunday of August and ends the first Monday in September. In 2016, it takes place from August 28 to September 5 in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert. Rather than be a passive experience with scheduled events and activities that attendees watch, Burning Man is an experience in which attendees participate. …
Paris, London, Rome, Amsterdam, Prague, Berlin… these are all wonderful European cities to visit if you want to fly to a destination where everyone else is going. The most memorable European trips aren’t necessarily those spent with the crowds. The most enchanting are those in hidden towns experiencing the soul of the destination, giving you a greater sense of the …
The Michelin Guide, or “Red Guide,” is an annual publication that the French company Michelin has released for over 100 years. It is the oldest European restaurant and hotel guide, awarding stars for excellence to a few select locations. In 1900, the tire manufacturer published its guide free of charge for French motorists, hoping it would increase the demand for cars. …
In the U.S., Labor Day is the first Monday in September. The nation celebrates it in honor of the American labor movement and the contributions of its workers, whose dedication make this county as prosperous and wonderful as it is. When you think of Labor Day, don’t see it as the end of summer. Instead, think of it as the …
Flying private is great for business! Studies consistently show that that a business jet, whether it’s a chartered flight or private plane, is more than a luxury—it’s a necessity. While thousands of commercial flights are available, they’re not practical in an increasingly global, fast-paced economy. A trip across the country can take up to 10 hours or more using commercial airlines. …
The World Rowing Championships, organized by the International Rowing Federation, or FISA, is a weeklong international rowing regatta. In 2016, it will take place August 21 to August 28 at the Willem-Alexander Baan rowing course in the Zevenhuizen district of Rotterdam, Netherlands. The championships will run in conjunction with the World Junior Rowing Championships and World Rowing U23 (Under 23) Championships. …
Aviation started out as a private affair, as the size of the aircraft could only accommodate one or two individuals. The concept of private aviation, or private jet ownership, didn’t emerge until the 1960s. Since its introductions, the private and charter jet industry has rapidly grown. Private Aviation Timeline 1930s: Dr. Hans von Ohain and Sir Francis Whittle have jet …
