Posts Tagged ‘private jet’
Spots to See in 2015
As many different publications have mentioned, 2015 will be a year full of great travel opportunities and rising cities to visit. If you’re considering checking out a few new cities this year, Wellington, Nizwa (Oman), Chennai (India), Salta (Argentina), and Johannesburg are five of the top cities that are not only worth visiting, but cities…
Read MoreThe Health Benefits of Travel
The very nature of traveling is to enjoy a vacation- the concept originating from temporarily vacating from the challenges of life at home and relaxing somewhere new. For this reason, and many others, studies have shown that there are a myriad of health benefits associated with travel. Escaping your everyday routine in favor of visiting…
Read MoreExpo Addresses Future of Air Travel
The 2015 Aircraft Interiors Expo took place this past week in Germany and addressed a variety of concerns on the parts of both passengers and crew when it comes to aircrafts’ comfort and style. Airbus revealed a new seat configuration aimed at increasing the passenger count, while Boeing revealed new space bins for roomier luggage…
Read MoreAfrican Private Jet Market Set to Take Off
The market for private jets in Africa, particularly countries rich in oil and natural gas such as Nigeria, is set to greatly expand in recent years, as wealthy business people look to find ways around the lack of sufficient commercial airline options. Some experts are predicting that Africans will purchase over 800 private jets within…
Read MoreGovernment Officials Using Private Jets Frequently
Federal officials are frequently taking to the skies in private jets, but are not tracking the expenses of the trips or the nature of the business that requires them to bypass less expensive commercial flights. At least 395 flights aboard FBI aircraft were for personal travel, even though the federal government has fought many budgetary…
Read MoreGlobal Passengers Value In-Flight WiFi
According to a recent global traveler research study conducted by Gogo, international air travelers are more eager than American travelers to find WiFi on board and more willing to pay for it. Though U.S. travelers expressed a preference for in-flight WiFi, numbers were not as high as those of international passengers. The research study showed…
Read MoreBest Ways to Avoid Travel Burnout
No matter how much you love to travel, constantly making trips, whether for business or for pleasure, can lead to a real sense of burnout. Travel pros Meagen and Tom Collins have a few suggestions to prevent you from getting too burnt out on your travels. If your schedule permits, try to stay in one…
Read MoreWhat Will Make Summer Travel Even Better?
While we may just be tiptoeing our way into spring, summer travel isn’t too far off. A recent survey conducted by Choice Hotels expects more Americans to travel this summer than they did last year, and they will spend more on leisure travel than last year. While every traveler will give you a different answer…
Read MoreReno Airport Opens New Private Jet Facility
A new private jet facility, which is being operated by Atlantic Aviation, has just been opened at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, with the facility serving both executive and recreational aircraft. The 44,000 square foot space includes an executive lounge, offices and 30,000 square feet of hangar space. The new space replaces Reno Airport’s previous facility,…
Read MoreThe Best Places To Stargaze in America
Whether you’re an amateur stargazer or a seasoned professional of astronomy, you’ll love to check out these great destinations for enjoying the beauty of the night sky. Lake Powell, Utah, Mackinaw City, Michigan, and Sedona, Arizona are three dark-sky havens for enjoying celestial views. Lake Powell, home to Natural Bridges National Monument, boasts a bright,…
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