Targeted at the rich, the beautiful aircraft had its maiden flight in 1949, just four years after WW2. Imagine a double-decker aircraft with wings wider than a Boeing 747 , sleeping berths, a sit-down restaurant and a separate movie theater, all designed to serve and pamper its passengers while crossing the Atlantic Ocean. Such a plane was actually built in 1949, but it was never adopted by the airlines. Built not by Boeing and long before Airbus even existed, the Brabazon

Idyllic beaches and abundant sunshine are part of the charm and allure of the Caribbean Islands. Winter is just around the corner and with the cooler temperatures come thoughts of tropical escapes on sunny, sandy beaches.The Caribbean hosts any number of islands that fit the bill. The allure of these islands is legendary. Visitors are drawn to the famous white-sand beaches and warm, crystal-clear turquoise waters. For the more adventurous, the islands are also home to extens

The Atlanta Airport Atrium serves as a gateway to other areas and a gathering place for travelers . The world’s busiest airport is located on what in the Eighteenth Century was part of Creek Indian Territory . Over one 150 years later, the Atlanta Speedway opened on that site in 1909. However, the track failed to attract consistent crowds after its opening, which resulted in significant debt for its majority shareholder, business tycoon Asa Candler, Sr., founder of the Coca-

The CA state capital lies in the Central Valley at the junction of the American and Sacramento Rivers. When business called me to Sacramento a number of years ago, I was delighted as it was one of our American cities that I had not yet had the pleasure of visiting. It proved to be a great locale for a weekend meeting and I was fortunate in having some free time to explore. Sacramento’s an historic city and it began with John Sutter's establishment of Sutter's Fort in 1839 , w

In the early years, those wishing to fly put up with uncomfortable seats and no real safety equipment. At the dawn of commercial aviation, flying was an exclusive experience, reserved for the wealthy and adventurous. Passengers traveled in small, unpressurized cabins, and flying was considered more of a novelty than a necessity. Among the many changes that have shaped the airline industry, one of the most fascinating transformations has been the evolution of the role we now c

Helsinki embodies the best of Scandinavia with its balance of urban development and green space. When I received news some years ago that a business trip to Helsinki was in the cards for me, I was justifiably anxious to begin my travels. Personally, the nations and cities of Scandinavia always held great allure. Their enormous popularity may be attributed to the region’s high quality of life, social and economic stability, stunning natural landscapes, and a reputation for saf

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