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Luxury Travel Trends of 2014
Within the travel industry, popular trends are constantly bringing travelers to different parts of the world and through different means. Luxury travel is receiving more and more attention via social media in recent months, which translates to travelers sharing their trips and telling others about their vacations. TripAdvisor and mainstream social media outlets are becoming…
Read MoreSherpaReport Releases Private Aviation Guide
If you are somewhat unfamiliar with private jet charter or private aviation, it is valuable to gain increased knowledge within the luxury travel industry. SherpaReport has released a report comparing various private flight options, offering insight for those who may be unfamiliar with the options in pricing, programs, and aircrafts. The “Guide to Private Aviation”…
Read MoreNew Plane Design Brings Families Together
One UK airliner has announced plans to innovate the way that seating on Boeing 787 Dreamliners works for families. These seating innovations would include options for four to six people to be seated together around a table, allowing families with children or large groups to sit together and enjoy each other’s company. The “pod” seating,…
Read MoreFall Travel Trends to Consider for Your Vacation
As summer comes to an end and the leaves begin to change colors, it may be time to begin planning your fall vacation. Trends this autumn include traveling to warmer resort destinations, and AAA expects that 3 in 4 people will be traveling at some time this fall season. Flexibility may be key if you…
Read MoreUNESCO's Newest Heritage Sites
UNESCO World Heritage Sites are known for their historic significance- both natural, cultural, and “combination” wonders that should be protected, celebrated, and preserved. With 27 new additions to the list, there are 1,031 sites around the world that are named to the list. The World Heritage Committee met in Bonn, Germany for over a month…
Read MoreSaudi Arabia Leads Mideast Travel Market
A recent report titled “Shaping the Future of Travel in the Gulf Cooperation Council” has announced that Saudi Arabia leads the travel industry within the Middle East market, in terms of domestic and international air traffic. The country is also said to be driving very strategic infrastructural growth, which it expects to influence the travel…
Read MoreDefining a Private Jet Charter
When considering luxury travel for your next trip, it is important to take into consideration the different forms of travel that you can choose from. A private jet charter allows you to rent an entire aircraft, large or small, for either a round-trip or one-way flight. The available amenities will be much more extensive than…
Read MoreThe Future of Luxury Travel
Flight comparison site Skyscanner has published its Future of Travel report, predicting what trends may come about in the industry over the next decade. From the potential for digital interactive hotel services to underwater hotels, Skyscanner expects that the standards for hotel stays will change quite drastically. The report also discusses both local and “extreme”…
Read MoreDemand for Private Jet Charter Rises in 2014
The private jet charter industry saw a rise in demand in the first half of this year, representing a significant recovery for the luxury travel sector. JetCharters.com has reported “an increase of 61 percent in visitors and trip requests through its Web site during the first and second quarters,” and the FAA shows a 20%…
Read MoreAvoid Travel Delays by Flying Private Jet Charter
With the summer winding down but travel still booming, flight delays can be a big problem for travelers who are eager to get from one place to another. Unfortunately while some delays are caused by operational challenges or ripple effects, many are also caused by passenger delays and other similar situations. A study coming out…
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