The Alps are in full ski season now, and resorts like the luxurious Alpina Gstaad are providing more impressive offers. The Ski Safari is one of these premium packages for guests.
Ski Safari has visits to three premium Swiss ski resorts via private helicopter with lift tickets included for all three resorts.
Glacier Adventures add a picnic to a hike in the natural surroundings, and Husky sleigh rides are wonderful for the kids. And at night when the adventuring spirit dwindles, Alpina Gstaad has a cigar lounge, bar, and the wonderful Sixth Sense Spa.
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When you think about hedging as it relates to planes, you probably think about fuel hedging, which is something the commercial airlines do a lot of as they try to buy fuel ahead of time at a set price to provide consistent costs. Private jet owners engage in fuel hedging, too, but there is another type of hedging when it comes to private flying.
When people don’t want to or can’t afford their own plane, they can buy into fractional jet ownership, meaning they get a certain amount of use of a single plane or multiple planes in one category, such as small, medium or large. These programs offer a lot of advantages, but they also have some limitations. Jet hedging takes the process a bit further by allowing those with fractional ownership to have more control over what type of plane they have. For example, if someone bought fractional ownership in a small jet, say an eight-seater, but needed a larger jet for a trip, a hedging company could help.
Advantages Of Jet Hedging
With jet hedging, you get more control not only over the type of aircraft you fly in but also the way the seating is configured, how old it is and what its customer satisfaction rating is. If you need a larger jet or one that has a bigger range than the one in which you have ownership, hedging can make it happen. And though hedging sounds as though it would add costs onto what you already spend for your fractional ownership, in many cases such trips can actually be a better value. Hedging companies buy empty legs on other jets, which they get at a discount.
Private jet travel already has many advantages over commercial air travel and being able to do private jet hedging is just one more advantage. You can use hedging to make you air travel even more convenient.
As winter hits harder, travelers look to other places to either escape the snow and cold or to embrace it, depending on their hometown’s climate.
Colorado seems to be a very popular destination, with three of the top flight routes ending in either Aspen or Vail.
Los Angeles and New York are no surprises at being the more common outbound locations, with many private jets being chartered from those areas. But Mexico makes an appearance as the destination from Los Angeles, not that far of a flight or difference in temperature.
New York to Palm Beach Florida seems to be the most popular route expected in winter 2016.
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Flying commercial is a reality for most travelers, but for those with the means, a Houston private jet charter is the way to go. Even flying first class can’t match the convenience of a private jet charter. There are several advantages of using a Houston private jet charter for your flying needs.
Fly when you want
When you use a private jet charter, you have much more control over when you fly. Instead of being dependent on the airline schedules, which may or may not be convenient for you, you can choose whether you want to leave early or later in the day.
Fly where you want
One of the biggest problems with commercial air travel is that if you need to fly from one small city to another, you can’t do it directly. Instead, you have to fly through a hub and change planes, which can add hours to your trip. When you fly on a private jet charter, you can fly straight through to just about any airport, as long as it has the facilities to handle the plane on which you are flying.
Added convenience
Flying a private jet charter is much more convenient than commercial air travel. For example, you don’t have to go through long check-in lines, which means you don’t have to show up at the airport as early. You also don’t have to worry about how many bags you are bringing and whether you can carry them on or have to check them. In addition, since it will just be you and a handful of other people, you don’t have to worry about sitting next to someone who is a nuisance.
Personal attention
With a private jet charter, you get a level of personal attention that just isn’t possible when flying commercial. From check-in, to the pilots to the flight attendants, you will be treated with more personal care than you could ever hope to experience on a commercial flight.
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If you want to travel out of New York, there are plenty of diverse ways in which to do so.
You can take a regional train or bus, hire limousine service, or drive yourself but these can be impractical, uncomfortable, and inefficient options.
Although there are indeed many ways to travel out of New York, there’s one option that’s particularly efficient and easy.
You can also take a commercial flight out of the many available airports in the region such as John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport.
The Big Apple is one of the biggest and most well-known cities on the entire planet. That’s why it’s home to some of the most packed, crowded and congested airports in the world.
Traveling through these airports can often be very overwhelming and chaotic for passengers. These airports involve waiting in lengthy lines and dealing with massive crowds of often aimless people.
If you like the speed and convenience of flying but dislike the stress and anxiety of taking commercial flights from these airports, renting a private jet can be a far superior choice for you.
Benefits of Flying Charter
The strong points of private jet charters go beyond simply being able to avoid the frustration of packed airports. If you’re someone who has a strong admiration of luxury and the finer things in life, you’ll likely find taking a private jet to be an exhilarating and very tranquil experience. Private jet charter services are renowned for a variety of benefits including:
High-quality in-flight entertainment
Privacy that is unattainable on a commercial flight
Space to fully extend your legs or lie down and take a nap
Comfortable seating
Large table space
In-flight dining and bar service
Private jet charter services can be a wonderful alternative to commercial airlines. The next time you are planning to travel from New York, consider experiencing the benefits of a private jet.
Renting a charter jet is something that is often not considered because of the perception that it is not economically feasible. However, a closer look at the big picture will often reveal that a chartered flight makes sense after all.
Multiply the ticket price of a commercial flight by the number of people in the group and a charter begins to look more attractive. If one can put a dollar value on some of the more intangible things like comfort and convenience, the decision becomes much easier to make.
Business Travel
Those who are travelling with a group for business purposes will appreciate the fact that a charter amounts to a more efficient use of time.
The opportunity to hold meetings or otherwise conduct business during the flight is much greater with a charter. Travel time, in effect, becomes productive time.
Reach Smaller Airports
The time allotted for ground transportation can be minimized with a charter because the plane can typically utilize a smaller airport that is likely to be closer to one’s home or business. The same holds true for the destination end of the flight.
With a charter, additional time is saved because the passengers can arrive at the airport closer to departure time. The process of getting checked in and going through the security screenings are much simpler.
Avoid Connection Flights
Because a charter will fly directly from the origin to the destination airport, there will be no time spent in hubs waiting for connecting flights.
On the other hand, the pressure of rushing from one gate to another to avoid missing the connecting flight is eliminated.
Lost luggage is nothing to be concerned about because, with a charter, the luggage is loaded when the passengers are and stays on the same plane for the duration of the journey.
Rather than the fixed departure time of a commercial flight, the schedule can be much more flexible with a charter jet.
Last minute schedule changes can be easily accommodated. Even the destination can be changed or an extra stop added with no problem. Individuals who have never considered a rental jet when making travel arrangements for a group may be pleasantly surprised.
If you have a passion for planes and aviation, as well as the design and look of aircrafts, a new timepiece reflects a distinct aerospace heritage. Creator Maximilian Busser and his team at MB&F designed the watch to draw upon aviation design, with “indication pods which look like tiny turbine engines mounted on the aft fuselage of some kind of retro-stealthy jet.” The watch gives the look and feel of a jet-inspired piece for those who have a true passion for the field.
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If you’re looking for the best places in the world to see beautiful leaves change this autumn, look no further! Here is National Geographic’s list of the ten best places to enjoy the colorful leaves and crisp weather that fall brings:
1. Sonoma County, California
2. Northern New Mexico
3. Holmes County, Ohio
4. Gaspé Peninsula, Quebec, Canada
5. Douro Valley, Portugal
6. Bavaria, Germany
7. Transylvania, Romania
8. Moscow, Russia
9. Jiuzhaigou Valley, Sichuan Province, China
10. Kyoto, Japan
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For many people, the perception of private jets is that they are used and enjoyed only by the rich and famous. However, this is not the case, as they are also used for many humanitarian purposes as well. Several private jets were used in the search for the missing Malaysian Airlines flight in the South Indian Ocean, and every year dozens of charter jets are used to transport Special Olympics athletes and cancer patients around the country.
Click here to read the rest of the article by Alud Davies for CorporateJetInvestor.com.
According to Eurocontrol, a national private jet travel association, and the Federal Aviation Administration, private jet travel is increasingly popular. Considering how the pros outweigh the cons, it’s not surprising. If you value time and convenience when traveling, consider the following benefits to private jet charters:
• You will not have to arrive hours early to wait in ticket lines or security lines before your flight.
• You have the ability to create your own itinerary, including multiple legs if needed, without unwanted stopovers.
• Many private planes fly out of smaller airports that could be close to home, minimizing wasted time on the road and circling parking lots.
• Booking a private flight online or even on your phone is easier than ever before. Technology makes it less time-consuming to not only book your flight but customize it as well.
If you suppose you would like to sample this luxury world of private jet travel, explore online for charters in your area. Compare rates and other key information. Initiate contact with either an operator or a broker. The price difference between the two is usually negligible to non-existent. Booking a flight through the operator involves a more hands-on approach. A broker, however, handles all the details for you, making it the more practical choice for the inexperienced. The cost of private charters keeps them out of reach for most people, but with a little luck, and if you play your cards right, the pricing can compete with first class commercial flights. A broker can assist you with finding the best deal.
Before settling on a company, ask about the aircraft they employ and the experience of their pilots. Be sure the operator is legally certified. Then select the service that appeals to you. Subsequently, provide all the pertinent information for your flight needs, such as your destination, number of passengers and preferred time of arrival. All of this information has an impact on the fare. Once you have established all of this, you will receive a quote. Soon after that you will find yourself happily on your way to your destination in luxury.
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