An autonomous territory and former British colony on the Pearl River Delta, Hong Kong is an urban adventure with a show-stopping skyline and accelerated tempo. As one of the most significant financial centers on the planet, the region has the world’s highest Financial Development Index score and one of the highest per capita incomes. At the same time, more than …
Despite their scientific explanation, sunsets continue to bewilder, inspire and amaze. The fleeting beauty of a painted sky as the sun drops behind the horizon offers an array of vistas, silhouettes, and colors that you will never see in the same arrangement again. Whether you charter flights for an impromptu getaway or travel for business, take in as many sunsets …
When you’re in the northern hemisphere, the night sky sometimes lights up with colors that dance on the horizon. This phenomenon is an aurora borealis or the northern lights. Auroras occur when the sun releases high-speed electrically charged particles that collide with gases in the Earth’s atmosphere during a coronal mass ejection, a type of solar wind storm. When the …
Around 71 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered in water. The oceans contain nearly 97 percent of this water. This means there’s a lot more on the planet to explore than what you see from the surface. Rather than learning to dive at a local pool to earn a scuba certification, seek a PADI-certified instructor in a location with …
Celebrated on the first Monday of September, Labor Day marks the unofficial end to summer. The public holiday began in the late 19th century when trade and labor movements grew in popularity and proposed setting aside a day to honor laborers. While the first parades were organized in New York City, Oregon was the first state to make Labor Day …
The setting in which you eat is a key element to fine dining. Whether it’s contemporary décor, dreamy lighting, or incorporating the surrounding elements, each detail makes your meal an experience. Restaurants with prime real estate overlooking sprawling cityscapes make breathtaking views the settings for not just amazing meals, but also unforgettable memories. When chartering a flight to the world’s …
What’s better than sipping your favorite vino? Doing it at its source. With a backdrop of vineyards in the landscape surrounding you, well-crafted wine tours give you face time with some of the best winemakers in the world as you sample their top vintages and dine on memorable meals. The trick is choosing the best itinerary for your interests before …
With a plethora of stellar vineyards, California’s wine country just might be the happiest place on Earth. The most popular destinations for those who want to sample the nectar of the land are Napa and Sonoma, which have their own distinct wine scene. Knowing the difference between the two before your chartered flight to wine country will help you make …
“You got on where?!” The sound of envy will delight the ears if you’re one of the lucky few to get into one of the world’s most coveted golf clubs where some players would hand over their souls for some tee time. As soon as you have the green light to hit the greens, make haste to charter a private …
Comprised of more than 50 islands, the British Virgin Islands are sailing hot spots that boast perfect tropical weather, calm currents, steady trade winds and protected bays. The Arawak of South America first inhabited the islands around 100 BC. Not long after Christopher Columbus discovered the volcanic Caribbean archipelago in 1493, the islands became a popular haunt for pirates. Today, the …
