For two unforgettable afternoons and dinners, I entered the extraordinary world of Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt Jr., heir to one of America's greatest fortunes. A personal story of wealth, privilege, humor, and the remarkable man behind the famous name.

Take a scenic train from New York City to Albany, stay overnight in Woodstock, and explore the Hudson Valley with stops at the Thomas Cole House, Vanderbilt Mansion, FDR’s home, and a guided tour of West Point.