You’ll find one of the most extravagant accommodations in the world on a small island off Grenada’s southern coast, Calivingny Island. Purchased by a French family in 2000, the 80-acre private retreat and its tranquil lapping waves make it simple to forget that ruthless pirates once controlled the waters. It has all the essential ingredients for an idyllic Caribbean getaway: …
With an uninhabited glacial terrain and sub-zero temperatures, Antarctica is one of the last places on Earth that many think of for a nice getaway. Perched on a 200-foot icefall, an upscale eco-accommodation features fiberglass dome-shaped pods with all the contemporary comforts you seek. Run by the White Desert tour operator, Whichaway Camp in Antarctica’s Queen Maud Land region is the first …
There are some destinations that you can’t miss—Rome, London, and New York City. With access to a private jet, try a destination that’s off the radar for your next big adventure; wonderlands that local residents try to keep to themselves. Destinations You Never Knew Existed Apostle Islands, Bayfield Wisconsin Wisconsin might not be the first place that comes to mind …
Located along the French Riviera, Monaco is the most densely populated and second smallest country in the world. The nation doesn’t have squabbles related to the “one percent,” as about 30 percent of its resident’s are millionaires. Nowhere else will you find more billionaires per capita. Monaco and its capital, Monte-Carlo, remained mostly unknown until the late 19th century, with …
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. …
