A Global Journey by Private Jet, October 13 through November 4, 2016

In a little more than a year’s time, 52 fortunate travelers will embark on a one-of-a-kind journey that circumnavigates the globe by private jet, visiting eight storied destinations and staying at some of the world’s most exceptional hotels along the way. Curated by the editors of Robb Report and operated by TCS World Travel, this exclusive expedition has never been done before and will never be repeated. 

The distinguished group of passengers will travel in a custom-designed Boeing 757-200ER outfitted with only 52 VIP seats, each a personal haven tha…

The engineering wizards at BMW’s high-performance M division have worked their magic again—this time producing a souped-up version of the M4 coupe introduced last year. Making its world debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the BMW Concept M4 GTS is a performance beast, equally at home on the road or the racetrack. The M4’s 425 hp, turbocharged engine gets a boost thanks to a new water-injection system that sprays a fine mist into the intake manifold, cooling the air and resulting in an increase in po…

If you thought your yacht was too small for a submersible, the new U-Boat Worx Super Yacht Sub 3 will deep-six that sentiment. The same Netherlands-based builders that introduced the C-Explorer 3 last year have billed their latest addition as the most compact three-person submersible on the market—besting their smallest previous offering, the HP Sport Sub 2. The approximately 10-foot × 8-foot craft weighs less than 8,300 pounds and fits in a standard shipping container.

Another feature that competitors have…

Not a timepiece for the prudish, Ulysse Nardin’s Hourstriker Erotica Jarretière is a contemporary renaissance of the uninhibited horology that premiered in the 17th century. The black-onyx dial exposes a voyeuristic view of an interior balcony in Venice. Handcrafted Jaquemarts (animated figures) in 18-karat gold take the form of a couple reclined in carnal comfort upon a chaise, while a pair of high-heel shoes and a jarretière, or garter, lie seductively in the foreground. Behind them, the Rialto Bridge spans …

Equal parts sumptuous and practical, the AB 145 yacht—the newest offering from AB Yachts—delivers impressive design and smooth sailing. The 144-foot yacht’s MJP water-jets can catapult it to speeds beyond 42 knots while maintaining a quiet and stable ride even at the very highest speeds. Exterior spaces include a flybridge that can be configured into a lounging nook complete with sun pads; a deck with ample space for alfresco dining and entertainment; and a private balcony that grants guests welcome access to …

The Monaco-based luxury cruise line Silversea has launched Silversea Grand Expeditions—a group of five new itineraries for fall and winter. Each trip starts at about $11,000 a person and kicks off with a cruise around the Galápagos Islands before heading along the coast of Central America, South America, or Antarctica. Ranging from 18 to 34 days, the packages include cruise fares for the ships Silver Galapagos and Silver Explorer, land tours,  hotel accommodations, return air travel, and ground transporta…

If you have noticed some of your favorite bourbons are not as plentiful as they once were, know there is a reason for it. The rumors are true—there is a definite bourbon shortage in America. The dearth of our native spirit has been caused by a sudden resurgence in demand for a whiskey that takes at least four years to mature, with some of the more desirable brands ranging from nine to 23 years old, and the barrel aging cannot be rushed.

In addition, the craft-cocktail movement, coupled with a quest …

For the first time in its 109-year history, Germany’s penultimate pen manufacturer Montblanc has partnered with an artist outside its maison—a collaboration with innovative designer Marc Newson for the Montblanc M. Born from Newson’s biomorphic design approach that eschews sharp, angular edges for more natural curves, the polished black resin pen only breaks from Newson’s expected nomenclature at the barrel end, where it plateaus in profile. The even plane—milled by a diamond bit—provides a canvas for the comp…

High-resolution digital audio has reached exciting new heights in recent years. Increasing Internet bandwidth has enabled music download providers, such as HDtracks, to offer larger file sizes, and streaming (from the likes of Spotify and Tidal) has even begun to make inroads with audiophiles thanks to access to lossless CD-quality streams. These advancements come with a confusing mass of jargon and new options, but for the motivated listener, these digital leaps forward can provide many sonic rewards.

A gr…

Aston Martin, Britain’s 102-year-old master marque, is flooring it into its second century of high-performance production with a signature pairing of power and panache that can be previewed beginning August 13 at the Monterey Car Week in Carmel, Calif. Amidst the auctions, exhibitions, and concours that make up the premier car confluence, Aston Martin invites guests to its hilltop estate to gawk at four cars that define the direction of the acclaimed automotive firm’s future. Even though the event…