Part of the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Seas, 93 miles off the coast of Valencia, Ibiza remained virtually unnoticed until the 1950s under the shadow of its bigger neighbor, Majorca. The island’s art colony grew its popularity, making it a favorite island resort among those looking for a laid-back life. White sandy beaches, jagged coastlines, secluded bays and whitewashed houses …
Over 95 percent of the Earth’s ocean remains unexplored, according to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. With oceans covering over 71 percent of the planet’s surface and containing 99 percent of its living space, there is a lot that you haven’t seen. Put your diving gear to good use the next time you fly private. One of the …
Whether she’s your mother, wife or a motherly figure, the special women in your life deserve the best. In 2016, Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8. When Anna Jarvis fist proposed an official U.S. Mother’s Day in 1905, Congress rejected the idea and joked that if the proclamation passed, they’d also have to create a Mother-in-Law’s Day. Thanks to Jarvis’ …
Many travelers explore the Earth to gawk at the wonders found on its surface. What many might not realize is that there are thousands of miles still to discover within its crust. The U.S. Speleological Society states that there are over 55,500 caves in the U.S. alone, with more than 1,000 new discoveries each year. While some caves require special …
Held annually in Louisville, Kentucky, on the first Saturday in May, the 2016 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs is May 7. The iconic race is the first within the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing and caps the end of the two-week Kentucky Derby Festival. As the longest continually held sporting event in the country, many know it as “The Most Exciting …
One of four major professional golf championships in the U.S., the Masters Tournament is the first played each year. The tournament is always the first week of April at the exclusive Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. In 2016, the tournament runs from April 4 to 10. If you want to see it live, you might be out of …
Spanning 4,694 square miles, the narrow coastal region of Dalmatia is one of Croatia’s most historically rich regions—stretching from Rab to the Bay of Kotor. Freckled with medieval villages, vineyards and olive groves, area’s history is ancient and its name is derived from the Dalmate, an Illyrian tribe that lived along the Adriatic coast as early as the 4th century BC. …
Crowds and traffic—you are certain to find these in all the world’s tourist hotspots. The next time you really want to get away from everything and relax, book a private jet to one of the world’s secret islands. While these furtive destinations aren’t necessarily unpopulated, their natural beauty remains largely unspoiled by humankind. Pico, Portugal In Christopher Columbus’ time, explorers …
In 1957, humans first ventured into outer space in Sputnik 1. Today, you don’t have to be genius scientist to have the privilege of spaceflight—you just need the right amount in your bank account (at least $25 million). Other than the thrill of floating in a zero gravity environment, the idea of commercial space travel is exciting because it will revolutionize …
There’s going on a safari—then there’s going on an African safari in comfort and style. When planning a safari, you first need to decide what you want to see and how you want to see it. For example, do you want to watch animals on horseback, on an elephant trek, a walking tour, from an SUV, etc? Do you want to …
