Most people spend far too much time dreaming about traveling the world, but sometimes, all you need is a little inspiration. These 20 quotes will give you all the motivation you need to stop thinking and start exploring-and if you’re ready to travel now, click below to search destinations.
1. “WE TRAVEL NOT TO ESCAPE LIFE, BUT FOR LIFE NOT TO ESCAPE US.”
– Anonymous
2. “THE LIFE YOU HAVE LED DOESN’T NEED TO BE THE ONLY LIFE YOU HAVE.”
– Anna Quindlen
3. “MAN CANNOT DISCOVER NEW OCEANS UNLESS HE HAS THE COURAGE TO LOSE SIGHT OF THE SHORE.”
– Andre Gide
4. “ONCE A YEAR, GO SOMEPLACE YOU’VE NEVER BEEN BEFORE.”
– Anonymous
5. “TRAVELING – IT LEAVES YOU SPEECHLESS, THEN TURNS YOU INTO A STORYTELLER.”
– IBN Battuta
6. “WHEN OVERSEAS YOU LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR OWN COUNTRY, THAN YOU DO THE PLACE YOU’RE VISITING.”
– Clint Borgen
7. “NO ONE REALIZES HOW BEAUTIFUL IT IS TO TRAVEL UNTIL HE COMES HOME AND RESTS HIS HEAD ON HIS OLD, FAMILIAR PILLOW.”
– Lin Yutang
8. “ONE’S DESTINATION IS NEVER A PLACE, BUT A NEW WAY OF SEEING THINGS.”
– Henry Miller
9. “TOURISTS DON’T KNOW WHERE THEY’VE BEEN, TRAVELERS DON’T KNOW WHERE THEY’RE GOING.”
– Paul Theroux
10. “DO NOT FOLLOW WHERE THE PATH MAY LEAD. GO INSTEAD WHERE THERE IS NO PATH AND LEAVE A TRAIL”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
11. “Not all those who wander are lost.”
– J.R.R. Tolkien
12. “I thought I had the world figured out, then I saw the world”
– Anonymous
13. “The more I traveled the more I realized that fear makes strangers of people who should be friends.”
– Shirley MacLaine
14. “I travel a lot; I hate having my life disrupted by routine.”
– Caskie Stinnett
15 “A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for”
– John A. Shedd
16. “Investment in travel is an investment in yourself.”
– Matthew Karsten
17. “The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.”
– Saint Augustine
18. “You lose sight of things… and when you travel, everything balances out.”
– Daranna Gidel
19. “We wander for distraction, but we travel for fulfillment.”
– Hilaire Belloc
20.. “When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half the clothes and twice the money.”
– Susan Heller
The toughest part about beginning your journey is taking the first step.
If these quotes have inspired you to take your next trip, Magellan Jets is ready to take you wherever you want to go. We’re the leader in domestic and international private jet travel, offering jet card ownership, pay-as-you-go membership, and on-demand charter solutions. We source our aircraft and crews from our highly selective Magellan Jets Preferred Network, through which we operate the world’s most comprehensive service and safety management and quality assurance system. Call our private aviation consultants today, or read on to explore the different ways to fly with Magellan Jets.
There are no shortage of interesting names when it comes to airports around the world. While some are straightforward, others often leave us wondering the history behind their title. We’ve compiled a list of 10 airports with a back story you may not know.
LAGUARDIA AIRPORT, QUEENS, NEW YORK CITY
LaGuardia Airport was originally named Glenn H. Curtiss Airport, after the aviation pioneer. It was later renamed twice before becoming LaGuardia Airport in 1947. It is named after Fiorello La Guardia who was the mayor of New York when the airport was originally built. La Guardia served for three terms and is known as one of the greatest mayors in American History.
LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Originally named Boston Airport when opened in 1923, Logan International was renamed General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport in 1956, after Massport obtained ownership. The new name honored local politician and military leader Edward L. Logan, who achieved several promotions throughout his military career. Although the airport still operates under the same name today, it is more commonly known as Logan International or Boston Logan Airport.
HEATHROW AIRPORT, LONDON, UK
Before the construction of what was then known as London Airport, the location was used as a military airfield for “aircraft assembly and testing” during World War I. Construction and inevitable expansion of the airport led to the demolition of cottages in a village called Heathrow, which is roughly where Terminal 3 stands today. In 1966, London Airport was renamed Heathrow Airport, after the area which it took over. Due to fear that people wouldn’t be able to pronounce the name “Heathrow,” the airport was almost renamed Swintonfield, after Air Minister Lord Swinton.
O’HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
O’Hare was originally named Orchard Field Airport, giving its airport code ORD some explanation. In the 1940’s, the airport was constructed in a two-million-square-foot area, with close proximity to the city and transportation. In 1949, the airport was renamed O’Hare International Airport in honor of Edward O’Hare, who was a part of the U.S. Navy and the first recipient of the Medal of Honor in World War II.
YEAGER AIRPORT, CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA
Yeager Airport opened in 1947 under the name Kanawha Airport. It operated under this name for about 40 years, until it was renamed Yeager in 1985. The current name pays tribute to General Chuck Yeager, a native of a nearby colony in West Virginia, who piloted the world’s first supersonic flight.
As the first airport in Spain, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport was originally known as just Madrid-Barajas Airport. In 2014, Adolfo Suarez was added to the name, paying tribute to the prime minister of Spain who died that year. He was awarded the titles of duke of Suarez and grandee of Spain in 1981 by King Juan Carlos.
GENERAL MITCHELL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN
Since 1941, Milwaukee County’s airport has held the name of General Mitchell International Airport. General Mitchell was a prominent figure in military aviation. At his highest aviation command, Mitchell was appointed Chief of Air Service. He is remembered for his perseverance in aviation and outspoken influence on the role of aviation in war.
Flin Flon Airport, Manitoba, Canada
Flin Flon Airport is named after the town of Flin Flon, in the province of Manitoba, Canada. The town’s name comes from the novel “The Sunless City” by J.E. Preston-Muddock. The novel surrounds main character Josiah Flintbbatey Flonatin, who guided a submarine through a bottomless lake and passed through a hole lined with gold, leading him to a peculiar underground world. The town is known for mining, and while the first explorers of this land were searching for rocks, they found the novel on a path and decided to name the town Flin Flon after the main character.
WILLIAM P. HOBBY AIRPORT, HOUSTON, TEXAS
The William P. Hobby Airport was built in 1927 and started as a 600-acre landing field. Originally known as the Houston Municipal Airport, it served only two airlines. When international flights became possible, the airport was renamed Houston International Airport. In 1967, it was renamed William P. Hobby Airport, to honor the 27th governor of Texas and publisher of the Houston Post.
Last week Gulfstream made the surprising announcement it will cease production of the aircraft Forbes’ Custom described as a “Business Aviation Icon”. In order to pave the way for one of the most highly anticipated aircraft Gulfstream has ever created in the G500, the G450 will make its last delivery to a customer in early 2018.
On October 21st 2016, Gulfstream Aerospace made the official announcement that the G450’s production will end. This jet was created on the foundation of the GIV and GIV-SP series and has served as one of the premier business jets during its time. The G450 will still be available through Magellan Jets jet-specific membership programs, but will no longer be available for purchase from Gulfstream.
The G450 made a name for itself with its reliability, speed and versatility. A spacious cabin with multiple sleeping arrangements made for smooth and comfortable long range flights. One of the prime features of the G450 was the fresh oxygen circulating throughout the cabin every two minutes, leaving passengers feeling alert and productive.
Currently in the flight testing stage, the G500 will be put into service just as the G450 goes out in early 2018. There are five test G500’s right now that have flown over 1600 hours. Gulfstream has already got the Flight simulator up and running at FlightSafety International in Savannah, Georgia.
“The GIV and G450 ushered in a business aviation renaissance that has led to increased safety, greater reliability, better technology and improved performance,”
Gulfstream president Mark Burns.
— Flying
The G500 is expected to be one of Gulfstream’s most impressive feats to date and the anticipation is sky high to see what comes. For those who still have an attachment to the G450, fear not, because it will still be available through a membership with Magellan Jets.
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Dassault Falcon has long been known for its high standard of performance and technology when creating the jets their customers love flying on. That high standard of excellence hasn’t skipped a beat when it comes to the Falcon 2000. A large cabin, transcontinental range, and fast cruise speeds make this aircraft a favorite of all passengers.
Large Cabin
The cabin of the Falcon 2000 offers plenty of room for 8-10 passengers to sit comfortably. Typically, there are two seats that can extend to flatbeds so passengers can sleep as they would at home. One of the key features to the cabin is the pressurization. The crew can lower the cabin pressure so it feels as though you are flying at a much lower altitude. At 45,000 feet, the pressure can be set to 7,650 feet and can feel as low as sea level at 25,000 feet. This immensely helps reduce the feeling of fatigue when you step off the aircraft.
Easy to Maintain
Mechanically speaking, the Falcon 2000 is one of the most efficient jets on the market. Fault monitoring and digital diagnostic systems make trouble shooting and repair work much easier resulting in less turnaround time after a flight.
Avionics
Much like the maintenance of the Falcon 2000, the avionics were designed to be as easy to use as possible. The Collins Pro Line integrated avionics suite features four display screens that rest near the functions they are responsible for. This makes it very easy for pilots to make quick, in-air transitions.
Range & Speed
At a cruising speed of Mach .80, the Falcon 2000 can travel 3,000 nautical miles and reach 37,000 feet in just 19 minutes. That means this large jet can make almost any trip in the United States nonstop.
Non-stop Flights on a Falcon 2000:
Miami to Seattle
Boston to San Francisco
* NBAA IFR theoretical range. Actual range will be affected by ATC routing, operating speed, weather, outfitting options and other factors
Specifications
Maximum Operating Speed: .80 Mach Maximum Passengers: 19 Max, Comfortably Seats 8-10 Takeoff at Sea Level: 5,436feet Range: 3,000 Nautical miles Cabin Height: 6 ft 2 in Cabin Width: 7 ft 2 in Cabin Length: 26 ft 3 in Total Baggage Volume: 134 Cubic Feet
There are few private jets that can deliver the combination of functions the Falcon 2000 can. The comfort it offers while still being able to travel 3,450 miles at Mach .8 makes for an excellent travel experience. See for yourself on your next flight.
Fall is one of the premier times for tourists to check out the beautiful colors and scenery as the leaves turn orange. There is no shortage of places to make a weekend trip to either. You can enjoy music, beer, and art festivals in all of these cities as you explore the fall foliage—and if you’re ready to fly private to fall foliage destinations now, click below to search destinations with Magellan Jets.
Although Salt Lake City always offers amazing scenery, the Fall months bring some of the most colorful views around the country. For the adventurous lovers of Autumn, there are hundreds of hiking trails that show the bright colors and spectacular mountains. However, it does get cold pretty early in Salt Lake, so pack some ski gear.
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
Many people do not think of Alaska as a place to visit after the warm summer months pass, but Anchorage is one of the lone cities that doesn’t close up shop. With leaves falling to the ground, moose sightings are a common occurrence along with the best views of Denali.
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
One of the top cities for bike exploration in the U.S. makes it easy to see the beautiful change of seasons in Minneapolis. With the harsh winter in the Twin Cities, many use the fall as their last real chance to enjoy the outdoors along the great lakes.
PROVIDENCE, R.I.
Often thought of as a prime summer spot, there is just as much to see and do come fall in Providence. Multiple times throughout the fall months, the always popular WaterFire celebrations occur along the Providence river located in the heart of the city. Beer, film and art festivals can be enjoyed almost every weekend in the State Capitol.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
One of America’s premiere destinations year round keeps the party going all fall and the scenery isn’t too bad either. The temperature hovers right around 60 °F as the leaves turn to a crisp burnt orange throughout the month of October. Music and food festivals run the entire fall season capped off by the one of the biggest yearly celebrations in Nashville, the Independent Music Festival.
PORTSMOUTH, NEW HAMPSHIRE
A city designed for exploration by foot attracts tourists through its rich history and spectacular water views. A 10-acre outdoor museum will give all history buffs their fix while taking in the fall colors. For those less inclined to foot tours, enjoy the inland river cruise showing all Portsmouth has to offer.
SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS
It’s no surprise the first city that comes to mind when you think Halloween lands on our list for top places to visit. Mid-October to mid-November is the height of the fall beauty in Salem and the haunted happenings tours are running every weekend. Any ghost story fans will be right at home inside the mansion of the judge who presided over the Salem Witch Trials in 1692, where staff relive the tales.
LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
The place well known for its Bourbon offers much to see and taste in the fall months. Along with Louisville’s famous 34-stop urban Bourbon trail, the annual Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular showcases over 5,000 carved pumpkins.
experience Fall Foliage by private jet
Want to explore the most picturesque autumn destinations? Magellan Jets’ purely private aviation solutions, including jet card ownership, pay-as-you-go membership, and on-demand charter, are the safest and most efficient ways to travel. Our experts will match you with the right aircraft and crew for your trip, sourced from our highly selective Magellan Jets Preferred Network and subject to the the world’s most comprehensive service and safety management and quality assurance system. Call our private aviation consultants today, or read on to explore the different ways to fly with Magellan Jets.
This $65 million business jet that had a three-year wait list to even place an order is featured in Magellan Jets’ Membership program. So what’s it like to fly on what many refer to as the biggest and overall best private jet money can buy? It’s hard to find a place to start, but here’s what separates the G650 from the competitive pack.
A CABIN DESIGNED FOR PRODUCTIVITY
Engineers took every last detail into consideration when designing this aircraft, even the air passengers breathe. The G650 has the lowest cabin altitude of any business jet and pumps 100% fresh oxygen every two minutes into the cabin.
What does that mean? At 45,000 feet, passengers feel like they are at 3-4,000 feet, which is much lower than almost every jet in the industry. This creates reduced fatigue and helps passengers feel just as refreshed when they land as when they took off.
With 8 passengers on board, the G650 can fly up to 7,000 nautical miles nonstop. No city is out of reach and you’ll be able to get there, in most cases, 30-60 minutes faster given the speed of the G650.
The ultra-long range of the G650 can fly nonstop (just to name a few):
Teterboro to Cape Town Teterboro to Beijing LA to Moscow
* NBAA IFR theoretical range. Actual range will be affected by ATC routing, operating speed, weather, outfitting options and other factors
Technology
The high speeds of the G650 are not just limited to describing its Mach. Whether it be a multi-channel satellite communication system, a wireless on board network, or a cabin audio system, high speed connectivity is present in every aspect of the cabin. One of the most innovative in-cabin perks is the Gulfstream Cabin Management System. This feature allows touch screen control for things like temperature and window shades to be at the tip of your smartphone.
Larger Cabin
The interior of the G650 is in a class of its own-literally. At 8 feet 6 inches wide, the largest cabin in the class can comfortably fit 18 passengers.
Avionics
The Avionics system is about as technologically advanced as any aircraft on the market. Low visibility conditions are not an issue with a dsiplay system able to create a digital view of the plane’s surroundings. Infrared images appear directly in the pilot’s display screens from the enhanced vision system along with a camera to see what’s under the plane.
Specifications
Maximum Operating Speed:
0.925 Mach
Maximum Passengers:
19 Max
Takeoff Field Length:
5,858 feet
Range:
7,000 Nautical miles
Cabin Height:
6 ft 5 in
Cabin Width:
8 ft 6 in
Cabin Length:
46 ft 10 in
Maximum Operating Altitude:
51,000 ft.
As we mentioned, there is plenty to love about the Gulfstream G650. It is hard to find any aircraft that can match this business jets’ combination of speed, size and range. The G650 will be a welcome addition to the already impressive collection in our jet-specific membership programs.
As hard as it is to believe, calling the Citation X+ the fastest business jet on the planet is actually an understatement. To be correct, The Citation X+ is the fastest non-military grade jet there is. However, speed isn’t the only feature to this aviation icon that can reach an unparalleled Mach .935.
Unrivaled Speed
The Citation X+ hasn’t just beaten speed records, but shattered them time and time again. After briefly losing the distinguished crown as the fastest business jet there is to Gulfstream in late 2012, the Citation X+ quickly came back with a vengeance. It reached a speed as high as Mach .935 and 617 miles per hour at cruising speed, according to Robb Report.
The larger cabin is the first thing passengers will notice when stepping onto the Citation X+. It is about 15 inches longer than the Citation X, providing considerably more legroom for a spacious ride. Multiple compartments with additional storage units available offer plenty of space for luggage. Able to comfortably seat 9 in the forward club facing seats, the 13 large windows make sure every passenger has a view to remember.
On the Outside…
One of the key features that often gets over-shadowed by its out of this world speed is the fact that the Citation X+ looks like a plane you want to fly in. It’s distinct winglets and super sleek design topped off with clean lines make this aircraft just flat out look fast, even when it’s not in the air.
Avionics
Along with every other feature of the Citation X+, the avionics do not disappoint. Two Rolls-Royce turbofan engines power the world’s fastest business jet, while the cockpit offers an extremely pilot friendly avionics system. Five 7×8 inch screens replace the standard analog instruments, making for a very easy to read display system.
Specifications
Maximum Limit Speed:
0.935 Mach
Maximum Passengers:
12 Max, 9 comfortably
Takeoff Field Length:
5,250 feet
Range:
3,460 Nautical miles
Cabin Height:
68 in
Cabin Width:
66 in
Cabin Length:
25 ft
Maximum Operating Altitude:
51,000 ft.
When it comes to the Citation X+, its hard to look past its lightning fast cruising speed, and rightfully so. Not many jets can reach Mach .9, nevermind Mach .935. However, as you can tell, there is much more to this super-mid size aircraft. Experience it for yourself with a 25 hour membership.
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Since 2008, there’s been a new normalwhen it comes to aircraft ownership. A lot of sectors felt the downturn around that time, and plane sales hit slow growth – a trend that isn’t expected to change for another decade.
That means planes are sitting idle, and such widespread downtime makes a quick impact. Depreciation of new aircraft that are maintained and in use is around 10 percent in the first year, and about 5-7 percent per year thereafter. If a plane is sidelined for any reason (CEO quits, death in the family, etc.), depreciation is even higher.
Surprisingly enough, as idle time hits an all-time high, we’ve seen business aviation at its busiest level since pre-recession days. More people are in the air but they’re hesitant to buy, so travelers are accessing options – primarily through membership programs – that provide the benefits of ownership without additional cost and maintenance burdens.
Even for companies that do own planes, membership programs provide an important option. When the company plane is down or in use, it doesn’t mean they lose access to their preferred aircraft. Using member hours for supplemental lift gives additional time on the same model aircraft through a shared service.
In fact, supplemental lift is becoming more common because of the strain a shared jet has on executives’ schedules. A recent survey found 74 percent of pilots say their companies operate just one airplane. It’s hard enough to schedule multiple meetings for executive teams, let alone trying to sort out sharing an aircraft.
Beyond the numbers, membership at Magellan Jetsalso means getting access to the specific plane you choose and the high touch service that goes with it. This stands in stark contrast to the industry standard, where most private aviation vendors focus on getting customers to their destination in relative style, without much emphasis on personal preferences. They provide certain categories of planes and don’t do the research necessary to give travelers a truly personalized experience.
The reason? Pure economics: there are operational challenges in the details, and it is much easier to approach bookings in terms of plane optimization (which planes in the fleet can most readily be put into play) rather than customer optimization (which plane best meets the traveler’s profile).
Want to read more about why you benefit when you feel like the aircraft you’re on belongs to you? Read our white paper on flying like you own it.
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Do you know all the hidden costs in owning an aircraft? Should you truly be an owner? Is saving money more valuable than consistency in aircraft and operator? Answering questions like these are some of the many things you should address before deciding to purchase an aircraft. Fortunately, Magellan Jets offers everything you need to know in our free whitepaper “How to Buy a Jet” .
Buying a jet can be a rewarding experience! Done properly, the result is a significant improvement in your productivity and quality of life, at a manageable cost, and with no negative surprises. However, the jet buying process is complex and full of potential pitfalls.
This expert guide will explain the pitfalls and help you get the aircraft solution that best meets your needs – even if that means advising you to go with charter or fractional ownership instead of buying a whole aircraft
Magellan Jets is the leader in domestic and international private jet travel offering private and corporate travel memberships and charter flights. With a global network of thousands of pre-qualified aircraft, Magellan Jets is committed to the highest safety standards, personalized experiences and top level customer service.
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The annual Midas List from Forbesranks the top 100 venture capitalists (VC) in the world every year. Many people on the list struck gold early on in major start-ups like Twitter, Spotify and Uber, while others took the unconventional route and entered the game late. Some bold moves paid off big for these top venture capitalists, highlighted by a once in a lifetime investment that brought the #1 VC to the top of the list.
5. Josh Kopelman
Firm: First Round Capital The Investment That Got Him Here: LinkedIn
Part of a rockstar group of seed-stage investors that became known as the “super angels“, Kopelman has had a long list of successful endeavors. He hit it big with an early investment in LinkedIn before it went public in 2011 along with founding three different companies.
4. Mary Meeker
Firm: Kleiner Perkins & Byers The Investment That Got Her Here: Facebook
Meeker recently became the highest ranking woman to ever land on the distinguished Midas List. She is a different type of investor than most others on the list, finding success late in the investment period, but striking at just the right time. Facebook, Airbnb and Spotify are among her notable choices to propel her to the top of the venture capital world.
3. Chris Sacca
Firm: Lowercase Capital The Investment That Got Him Here: Twitter
Sacca may not have been the first to invest in anything, but he certainly made equally as bold moves as other top VC’s on the list that paid big dividends for him. He is best known for turning a $25,000 angel investment into a group of investors who bet $1 billion to bring back $4 billion when Twitter went public. Along with his early bid in Uber, Sacca has an impressive resume.
2. Steve Anderson
Firm: Baseline Ventures The Investment That Got Him Here: Instagram
The lone ranger at Baseline Ventures has made quite a name for himself by betting early and almost never missing. He was the first investor in a revolutionary idea named Burbn, or maybe you’d know it better as Instagram. That’s right, Anderson invested in Instagram before it even had its proper name. He also went in on major successes like Heroku, Social Finance and Stitch Fix among others.
1. Jim Goetz
Firm: Sequoia Capital The Investment That Got Him Here: WhatsApp
The partner at Sequoia Capital turned $60 million into $3 billion with the chance of a lifetime when he took a much maligned shot on WhatsApp. Although it took months to even get WhatsApp founders Jan Koum and Brian Acton to listen to him, Goetz became the first investor and never looked back. Now he is one of the richest and most sought after venture capitalists in the world.
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