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Private Jet Provides Life-Saving Transport

In a story that seems as unique as they come, one private jet company is helping to provide life-saving transportation for individuals undergoing organ transplants. As many people spend a long period of time on wait lists, matches are often made between people who live on opposite ends of the country. OrganJet helps patients to find a match and provides a private jet at a few hours’ notice to help them get to their destination. This philanthropic endeavor is quite a unique idea, providing a much-needed solution to a serious and urgent issue.

Click here to read the full article by Daniela J. Lamas for the Atlantic.

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Interest in Luxury Travel Rising

A new report from Digital Luxury Group called “The World Luxury Index Hotels 2014” has indicated that interest in luxury travel is on the rise. Some companies and brands are attracting much attention in the travel realm, with over 70 hotel brands and 900 international destinations included in the DLG report. By studying 485 million internet searches between July 2013 and June 2014, the group was able to conclude that “global online searches for the luxury hospitality industry increased by 7.7 percent year-over-year.”

Click here to read the full article by Ryan Rudnansky for Travel Pulse.

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Private Jet Sales See Boost

Private Jet Sales See Boost | The Early Air Way's BlogNot only have business jets seen sales rise over the course of this year, but now Boeing is also reporting that its giant commercial jets used for private travel have also seen a significant boost. In fact, the private jumbo jets have doubled in orders this year, the first time they’ve done so since the recession of 2008. These jumbo jets are designed to seat upwards of 200 passengers, but some elite travelers choose to purchase the jets and utilize them from private travel. The private jet industry has seen substantial growth following the recovery of the international economy from the recession.

Click here to read the full article by Robert Frank for CNBC.

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Luxury Travel on Singapore Airlines' Flights

Singapore Airlines now offers a luxury travel option on its A380 aircraft, which offers 12 “suites in the first-class section of the plane, each containing a full-sized, lie-flat bed.” The plane also still provides an Economy Class section for those who are not seeking the luxury experience yet. Those in the first-class suites can dine at any time with an array of fine wines on hand to accompany the meal.

Click here to read the full article for the NZ Herald.

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Private Jet Charters Support Special Olympics

The Special Olympics bring together 4.2 million athletes from 170 countries to participate in the national games. This year Cessna Citations and Beechcraft King Air private jet charters flew hundreds of the athletes, family members, friends, and coaches to the games in Trenton, New Jersey. The Citation Special Olympics Airlift brought together the athletes with owners and operators of private jets to transport them in style to the national games. Hundreds of other volunteers also supported the worthwhile cause.

Click here to read the full article by Mark Phelps for Business Jet Traveler.

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Where Are the World's Best Hotels?

With the year in full swing, many travelers are looking for inspiration as they begin to plan their next trips. Ever wondered where the world’s best hotels actually are? Global booking site Agoda has compiled responses from over 7 million customers in regards to their hotel experiences. Cape Town, South Africa came in first place overall, with the Maldives coming in second and Zermatt, Swiss Alps coming in third. The reviews allowed users to score hotels on a scale from 1 to 10 in six different categories.

Click here to view the full list on CNN Travel.

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Top Travel Trends for 2015

Cox and Kings has released its forecast of travel trends for the upcoming year, utilizing their group of global experts that can often pinpoint what and where travelers will be headed in the near future. According to their “Destination Managers,” Latin America is soon to be the number one destination for tourism over the next year. Guests are requesting authentic modes of transportation, from bicycling to chartering a bi-plane, depending on the place. Many countries will see comebacks after taking a hit in the tourism industry over the last few years, such as Egypt and Japan, and some will also choose to explore their own backyards more. Travelers are still looking for exotic locations and activities, and seasonality will become a state of mind, with many choosing to travel on the “off season.”

Click here to read the full article for Luxury Travel Magazine.

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TripAdvisor Names 10 Destinations on the Rise

Whether you’re an adventurous traveler or just looking for a new spot to visit on your next trip, TripAdvisor likely has a good suggestion for you. The travel site has compiled its list of destinations that are quickly growing in popularity as a part of its Travelers’ Choice Destinations on the Rise awards. Check out the list below!

Top 10 Travelers’ Choice Destinations on the Rise around the world

1. Da Nang, Vietnam

2. Sihanoukville, Cambodia

3. Limassol, Cyprus

4. Ao Nang, Thailand

5. Bodrum City, Turkey

6. Naha, Japan

7. Hurghada, Egypt

8. Kazan, Russia

9. Manaus, Brazil

10. Eilat, Israel

Click here to read the full article by Katia Hetter for CNN Travel.

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The Ultimate Travel Bucket List

Travel + Leisure has released its bucket list of 101 Places Every Traveler Should Know- must-go destinations for the coolest adventures and best vacations. 23 on the list are within the United States and Canada, 27 are in Europe, 5 in the Caribbean and the Bahamas, 13 in Mexico and Central and South America, 6 in Oceania, 15 in Asia, and 12 in Africa and the Middle East. T + L’s correspondents and tastemakers worked together to perfect the list that they believe best encompasses the concept of the “Ultimate Travel Bucket List.”

Click here to read the full article for Travel + Leisure.

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How to Spend Four Days in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is an incredibly exciting city to visit, whether you’ve been before or if it is your first trip. The city is lively, bustling, and jam-packed, with tall skyscrapers, great food, and a spirited social scene. With 8 million inhabitants and one of the biggest airports in the world, it is a popular spot to visit and a good place to have an itinerary ready. Nomadic Matt has created a four-day itinerary to guide your trip,from historic museums to food tours to day trips outside of the city.

Click here to read the full article by Matt for Nomadic Matt.

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