Big travel goals

The holidays are coming—and with them, potentially more Covid-19 lockdowns. But that doesn't mean we can't keep dreaming. A few thriving corners of the travel industry offer hope of a rebound and the possibility of traveling safely, even during this uncertain period. They're also good reminders that despite hotels and restaurants remaining problem areas, the travel industry means big business. And that means big goals.   If 2020 has taught us anything so far, it might be nigh time to shoot for the stars. Bermuda is one of the safest bets for travel right now. Photographer: Nhuri Bashir Travel Companies That Are Thriving Amid the Pandemic The industry is generally struggling to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But these six businesses offer hope.  So, You Want to Ski During Covid-19? What You Need to Know The 2020 ski season has started much as the 2019 one ended—with resorts shutting down. "Song Souvenirs" Are an Easy Way To Remember the High Point of Any Trip You don't need expensive gear to conjure an unforgettable experience. For High-Flying Billionaires, Embraer Has a Jet to Match Your Porsche The $11 million duo are linked by the tiniest of design details. Virgin Galactic Sees New Ticket Sales After Branson's Space Trip The first flight will be a milestone beginning of the company's space tourism trips. Closer to Home, a Focus on Collecting If you're in the business of catering to the wealthy, the pandemic isn't all bad, especially when it comes to high-end real estate and high-end collectibles. Rich people are still rich, and they're still spending serious amounts of money on things that bring them joy—and perhaps, a return on investment later. The phenomenon has occurred in categories as disparate as jewelry and classic cars and now rare books.  Some woodcuts in the Nuremberg Chronicle are attributed to Albrecht Duerer. The book will be auctioned Dec. 10.  Source: Bonhams Collectible tomes estimated $100,000 and higher are doing gangbusters at auction, especially books relating to science and math. A first edition of  Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species sold for $169,000 dollars—more than 30% over its high estimate. A New Sale Will Test the Auction Market for Works by Black Artists Patek Philippe Makes Noise With a New Product Category An Heirloom Flask Is More Relevant Than Ever One of the Biggest Ever Diamonds Has Been Found in Botswana When a $38,000 Chair You Can't Use Is a Bargain What Is Luxury? A Major New Exhibition Offers an Answer Critical Consensus From the Pursuits Archives Leonard Lauder's $89 billion skincare success is a bit different than Steve Madden's drug-fueled rise Netflix gave us even more reasons to get out the vote Exorcisms and snowga with Gwyneth Paltrow Use science and stats to cut through the guilt of parenting At the dinner table with Saddam Hussein and Idi Amin. Pass the salt Even starchitects suggest fleeing to the countryside Did you forget the news can be fun? Journalism at its finest—and juiciest Happy little trees: the how-to joy of binging bonsai videos Don't kiss the handshake goodbye just yet Paid Post Grand Seiko: beautifully precise Japanese timepieces, created by artisans from the epitome of Seiko Watch Corporation's watchmaking. Explore the collection or book your virtual appointment Grand Seiko And if you read just one thing ... Virtual Influencers Make Real Money While Covid Locks Down Human Stars The pandemic isn't a problem when you're computer-generated. Follow Us Get the newsletter   Like getting the Pursuits newsletter? Subscribe to Bloomberg.com for unlimited access to trusted, data-driven journalism and gain expert analysis from exclusive subscriber-only newsletters.   You received this message because you are subscribed to Bloomberg's Pursuits newsletter. Unsubscribe | Bloomberg.com | Contact Us Bloomberg L.P. 731 Lexington, New York, NY, 10022