Nicknamed the “Garden Island,” Kauai is about 6 million years old, making it the geologically oldest main island in the Hawaiian archipelago. A captivating land with tumbling waterfalls, jagged coastlines, 50 miles of pristine beaches, and picturesque bays, the island provokes a sense of prehistoric wilderness. But, among the canopies of verdant trees and brooding mountains, luxury abounds. While the …
The Maldives in the Indian Ocean is truly every cliché in the book: a tropical oasis, paradise on Earth, a place to add to the bucket list. While many places in the world have turquoise waters and white sand, none live up to the beauty that the Maldives offers. The nation with 1,200 islands in a double chain of 26 …
Memorial Day, the last Monday in May, signals the start of the summer season. To take advantage of the wonderful weather, about one in three Americans travel over the long weekend. The federal holiday originally honored fallen soldiers who fought in the Civil War, which claimed more lives than any other conflict in U.S. history. Today, it is a day …
Flying private is great for business! Studies consistently show 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. …
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 …
Solairus adds seven charter aircraft in the first three months of 2016 San Francisco, CA (April 6, 2016) – Solairus Aviation has added seven aircraft to its charter fleet in Q1 of 2016, bringing the total number of aircraft on its charter certificate to 52. Northeast large-cabin additions include a Global 5000 and a Challenger 605 based near Boston, Massachusetts and …
