This is the summer to explore. While you can travel the world in a private jet, a yacht helps to experience it with an up-close view. Water covers over 70 percent of the Earth’s surface, so there is a lot to see. One of the best ways to do this is with a yacht. Better yet, a megayacht—a graceful estate that …
The Stanley Cup finals are here! This year, the Pittsburgh Penguins battle against the San Jose Sharks for the honor of being the 2016 National Hockey League’s playoff winner. The coveted trophy is named after Lord Stanley of Preston, the governor of Canada who first awarded it to the top-ranking amateur hockey club in Canada. Today, teams from the U.S. and Canada face …
On July 2, 1776, during the American Revolution, the Second Continental Congress approved a resolution that legally separated the thirteen American colonies from the British Empire. Two days later, on the fourth of July, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, which stated that the thirteen colonies were a new nation, the United States of America. Just days before …
As engineering marvels that that connect cities and countries, bridges are one of the most awe-inspiring manmade structures on the planet. Some took a matter of months to build, while others took decades. Centuries later, many continue to impress. The next time your private jet takes you to one of the following destinations, be sure to take a moment to …
Sharing both California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe is the largest freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada mountain range and the largest alpine lake in the country. What really sets Lake Tahoe apart from most bodies of water is its crystalline clarity and the surrounding panorama of mountains. Whether you fish, kayak or admire it from the shore, Lake Tahoe’s beauty is …
Know as the “most exciting two weeks in tennis,” the U.S. Open is the oldest tennis championship in the world. It is also the fourth tennis major in the annual Grand Slam, following the Australia Open, French Open and Wimbledon. It begins the last Monday in August. In 2016, the championship runs from August 29 to September 11 at the USTA …
The Indianapolis 500 is a sporting event that you won’t easily forget, even if you don’t consider yourself a sports fanatic. May 29, 2016, is a milestone event—the 100th running of the Indy 500. This year, Juan Pablo Montoya enters the race as the defending champion, Mari Hulman George will announce the starting command (“Drivers, start your engines!”), and Roger Penske …
In the U.S., Father’s Day is the third Sunday in June. The country adopted a special day to celebrate fathers and paternal figures to complement Mother’s Day in May. Many U.S. citizens set aside a day to honor fathers since 1908, and presidents Woodrow Wilson and Calvin Coolidge recommended its observance. However, the first presidential proclamation didn’t come until 1966, …
One of the oldest forms of transportation, walking, is still one the best for seeing some of the world’s greatest wonders. From expansive views to dramatic geological scapes, the astounding features of some of the most beautiful hiking trails in the U.S. demand that you bring a camera. While there will never be an agreement on trails ones deserve a …
Beautiful scenic views are more priceless than rare works of art. As travelers become more adventurous and seek unique experiences, cruise lines are charting courses to more remote corners of the Earth. Some are even stepping up their game with smaller luxury ships that get passengers closer to the sights. While globetrotting in a private plane is one of the …
