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Whether you have been invited onboard by a colleague or friend, or you are making the leap from flying commercially, the first experience on a private jet can be exciting and new. However, it can also be potentially nerve-wracking as there are quite a few differences between commercial and private flights. Elite Traveler has put... View Article

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London-based international interior design studio Harrison Eidsgaard was founded by Peder Eidsgaard, Ewa Eidsgaard, and Ben Harrison in February 2005. Since then, the studio has grown to become one of the most well-respected names in the superyacht interior design world and has worked with custom yacht builders including Heesen, Wally, and Feadship. Though best known... View Article

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Silent-Yachts has announced plans to develop a solar-powered electric yacht designed by car brand Cupra and powered by an innovative motor from Volkswagen. The three-way collaboration brings the shipping and automotive industries together in the name of supercharging sustainable transport technology. The new solar electric catamaran is the latest project from Silent-Yachts, which is leading... View Article

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The Covid-19 pandemic has caused noticeable changes in the demographics and demands of private jet customers. While the private jet industry as a whole is recovering much more quickly than commercial airlines, the nature of their business is changing as demand shifts away from business travel towards leisure. Since April, private jet charter broker Private... View Article

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A new market forecast from Jetcraft predicts private jet sales will enjoy growth despite the continued challenges facing the industry. The report, which forecasts pre-owned jet sales figures up to 2024, adds to a growing weight of evidence that the private jet industry will recover from the pandemic far quicker than its commercial counterpart. The... View Article

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As the aviation landscape changes, more people are beginning to see the advantages of flying privately. Though many will opt for chartering a private jet, there is something special about owning your own aircraft; it gives you the freedom to design its interiors, to employ aircrew that you trust, and you know that the jet... View Article

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Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first-time private jet flyer, understanding the many different private jet companies can be increasingly confusing, with each promising the best service and solutions while all appearing relatively similar in their offerings. When it comes to flying privately, there are a number of different players involved, from brokers through... View Article

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Whether it’s the ability to travel in comfort and style, the heightened safety aspect, the faster speeds, or flying in a plane created with your individual needs in mind, there are a multitude of reasons why flying privately is preferable to traveling on a commercial airline. Another large advantage that traveling by private jet has... View Article

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As its all-new jet prepares for its maiden flight in early 2021, Four Seasons has unveiled details of its 2022 private jet itineraries. Designed with the modern traveler in mind, each trip promises authentic experiences, without ever compromising on safety or luxury. First announced last year, the new Four Seasons Private Jet is being introduced... View Article

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Humans developed the need for speed long ago. From the days of horse-and-buggy transportation — when 60 miles per hour seemed impossible, dangerous and deadly — through to the breaking of the so-called ‘sound barrier,’ we have pursued a thirst for going ever faster. More than a half-century after a Bell X-1 rocket plane shuddered... View Article

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Private jet travel is one of the biggest indicators of a luxury lifestyle, with owning your own plane being among the most coveted ways to jet set. Owning, as opposed to chartering, a business jet is associated with a host of benefits including dedicated usage, added convenience and an unlimited number of flying hours. However,... View Article

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If you are planning to design interiors for an aircraft, it is always best to seek a professional’s opinion on your concept or idea. Thankfully, there is a thriving industry of private jet interior designers that are experts in their fields, with track records of creating luxurious, creative, and personalized aircraft interiors. After all, any... View Article

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