Posts Tagged ‘private jet charters’
World Tourism Tops 1.1 Billion
According to the UN World Tourism Barometer, global international tourist numbers have risen to over 1.1 billion in 2014, 4.7% higher than in 2013. Europe kept its position as the most visited region, with Asia and the Americas seeing the strongest growth in visitor numbers. International tourism in the Middle East seems to have risen…
Read MoreResearching Your Trip
Before embarking on your next vacation, it may be important to do some research and look into your options for traveling. Unless you have a specific place in mind (or even if you do), taking the time to study up and learn more about different destinations will be a good idea. If you are a…
Read MoreWinter Adventures for Your Next Trip
If you’re looking to spice up your usual wintertime vacation, check out these interesting ideas for seasonal adventures for your next trip. Ever thought about sleeping in an igloo? Multiple ski resorts in the Alps and other cold mountainous spots offer igloo options for overnight stays. Wishing you could run with the huskies across the…
Read More2015's Hottest Cities
2015 is sure to be a year of travel adventure, new technology, and incredible spots to visit. Various publications put out lists each year of top places to visit, and some of these lists include note-worthy cities for not only traveling to but moving to permanently. Check out the cities below that made the cut!…
Read MoreFour Museums to See in Paris
If you’ve ever been to Paris or plan to visit in the future, you’re likely familiar with the city’s more famous landmarks and museums. The Louvre, the Musee d’Orsay, and the Pompidou are well-known and attract masses of visitors each year. There are also four other museums that you should see next time you are…
Read MoreWhat Device is Best for Travelers?
When you’re planning your next trip, part of the preparations in packing will include deciding what devices you want to take with you. Whether you’re planning to unplug and unwind or need to do some business while you’re away, think about what you need to get done and what devices are absolutely necessary to take…
Read MoreEurope's Busiest Airports
According to Bloomberg News, London’s Heathrow Airport was again ranked the busiest airport in Europe, welcoming 73.4 million travelers, up 1.4% from 2013. Paris’s Charles de Gaulle Airport, Germany’s Frankfurt Airport, and Turkey’s Istanbul Ataturk Airport round out the top four. Istanbul has nudged Amsterdam’s Airport Schiphol out of fourth place as travel to and…
Read MoreLandmarks With Striking Views
Conde Nast Traveler has compiled a wonderful list of ten landmarks that boast incredible views. If you have the opportunity to travel to any of these cities, you won’t regret making a trip to these landmarks to take in the panoramic views. St. Stephen’s Cathedral – Vienna, Austria Tour Saint-Jacques – Paris, France The Monument…
Read MoreFirst Global Solar Plane to Take Flight
Swiss pilots Bertrand Piccard and Andre Borschberg have announced the first global solar plane flight to go around the world. The Solar Impulse 2 aircraft will leave from the UAE, planning to make stops in Myanmar, China, India, Phoenix, and New York. With a 236 foot wingspan and weight of only 2.5 tons. the Solar…
Read MoreAirbus's Beluga To Get Even Bigger
The Airbus A300-600ST is in for an upgrade- a big one. Commonly known as the Beluga, the Airbus transporter jet is already a super-sized plan and is often compared to the large white whale. The newest Belugas will be based on the A330 model and should be even bigger than the existing fleet, while maintaining…
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