Who wants to share cramped seats with the public? Who wants to line up for the loo? Better to get your own private jet.
Getting your own jet plane:
Well, the first thing I wondered was why would anyone want to own a private jet. I can understand owning a private car, but a jet? Turns out it’s not such an unusual thing in the gazillionaires’ club. A rich guy/gal might want a jet for the same reason that their comparatively poor counterpart might want a car -
- To save time. Who wants to hang around waiting for public transport? Besides commercial flights can be late or delayed, which is not good news if you expect to attend an important business meeting at a specified time.
- For convenience. There are too many hassles involved at the airport these days before you can board a commercial jet. There are certain requirements and limitations on what you can carry on board and what you can’t. There are the long searches, where you have to take off your shoes to reveal your feet, unpack your carry-on luggage to reveal its contents and open your laptop to get it checked. This can be annoying if you’re a privileged billionaire with holes in your socks, an untidy packing style and intensely hush-hush stuff on your laptop.
- For comfort. Who wants to share cramped seats with the public? Who wants to line up for the loo? And how are you supposed to conduct super-secret google searches for your business or trade secrets over email/chat with your associate if the chattering passengers on your either side keep peeking into your computer screen?
- For the snob value. Hey, I own a private jet and, guess what, it’s bigger and faster than yours.
Having your own private jet gives you the following benefits:
- You can fly to whichever locale you want, so long it has the facility to land your jet.
- You can travel whenever you want.
- You can make as many stops as you want.
- You can travel faster.
- You don’t have to wait in line for the search. You have your own separate check-in.
- You can avail of a luxurious interior, with comfy seats and even a bed or two.
- You can conduct business meetings in flight.
- You can avail of wireless Internet, listen to music, watch movies, have a video conference and much more.
- You can enjoy excellent cuisine and fine wine.
- You don’t have to worry about baggage. You can either keep everything you need on board, or arrange to have it transferred from your home to the plane without you personally exerting yourself.
Of course, you need to have pots and pots and pots of money to be able to enjoy such luxury. A private jet doesn’t come at all cheap - the price goes into millions, actually - and as the saying goes, if you have to ask, you probably can’t afford it.
Aside from the hefty price of the plane itself, there are tremendous costs involved in the upkeep and maintenance of the jet to keep it in a safe and flyable condition. Fuel too costs plenty of money. So also the pilot’s salary and the salaries of the flight attendants, if you’re going to have those (after all, where’s the luxury in getting up to brew your own comforting cup of tea?). If you don’t want to have a pilot, you have to shell out a good amount to get flying lessons and a pilot’s certification. Life isn’t exactly easy for the rich.
So before you decide to splurge on your own private jet, you should consider how often you fly or are planning on flying.
If you are not going to fly all that frequently, getting a plane and leaving it to grace the airfield is not perhaps the wisest thing to do financially - and probably what you won’t do if you had the financial acumen enough to get in the position to be able to afford the jet in the first place.
It would be much smarter to jostle shoulders with the hoi polloi if you only make one or two business trips a year and conduct the rest of your business, like the smart person you are, over email, telephone and video conferences.
However there are other alternatives to buying a jet plane. You can buy a share in a jet plane and get a timeshare card allowing you around 25 or 50 or more hours of use. You can charter a jet. There are a growing number of charter companies that charter jets for private use. These options too come at a considerable expense, but you don’t have to worry about keep the plane in shipshape, that is the charter company’s headache.
Although there are plenty of charter companies, it doesn’t seem the norm yet for people chartering planes to shop around and get themselves a better deal. The idea seems to be - “If we had that middle-class mentality, we would be still lining up at the airport to catch a commercial flight.”
If you do want to shop around, call the aviation professionals at Hollywood Jets at 1-877-303-6660. They will get you the right price and provide free consulting services!
By Sonal Panse
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The economy is certainly bumping along and for many who purchased a private jet when economic conditions were high, the luxury of having a plane at your disposal might now seem a bit distasteful when compared with other costs of the business, especially if you’re scaling back. However, hard times in various industries don’t necessarily mean that your business must struggle as well. There are many industries that have made it through with nary a scratch from the economic downturn, and yours might be one of them.
Initial Costs of Ownership
The biggest bulk of money for a private jet comes upfront. Even if you lease or buy a plane using installments, you must put a tidy sum of money down. The same is true in fractional ownership programs. If you have funds for the initial payment or you’ve already paid these funds, you’re in a position to continue or start to own a jet. Companies or individuals which need those funds to cover other areas of the business during hard times would do well to wait a bit for ownership, but if you have the funds, this is an excellent time to own a jet.
Aircraft Selection
A luxury item, private aircraft sales have decreased along with many other luxuries as the global economy waits to recover. Companies that are struggling might consider offloading their jet to others making it a buyer’s market in many regards. Those who continue to own or are ready to buy have more aircraft to choose from, and might be able to negotiate better rates on certain planes. The most popular designs won’t have much bargaining room, but more common aircraft, especially those that are pre-owned, might be a terrific deal.
Fuel Prices are Low
Fuel prices have fallen tremendously since last summer, and low fuel costs mean low operation costs. Flying a plane can be expensive with costs for crew, maintenance and fuel, but fuel costs were easily the largest consideration for those who travel frequently. Lower prices mean you can fly your plane for far less than you could just months ago.
Availability of Talent
While you don’t need many employees when you have your own jet, the scaled back travel industry might mean that you can land better crew for your aircraft than you could otherwise. The decreased number of jets purchased also means that the company you choose for airline maintenance will also be in a better position to offer you superior service.
The Power of Success
If your business is successful in hard times, the perception is you must be doing everything right. A private jet is a very outward and visible sign of your success. Those who have remained steady through the downturn are more trusted by others. If you can afford a jet, others can afford to work with you - and all you have to do is fly to make such a solid statement.
For more information on all aspects of selecting, purchasing, operating and maintaining private jets be sure to visit
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An extraordinary urban resort destination brought to life by eight world-renowned architects, CityCenter offers a new era of resort experiences with an ambition to refine and redefine Las Vegas.
Conceived to bring a true center to The Strip, CityCenter is much more than a collection of resorts and residences; it’s a community – a welcoming environment for people to gather, relax and enjoy. Great pedestrian corridors, dynamic public spaces, authentic richness and diversity of experiences evoke the energy of the world’s most exciting places. CityCenter’s public Fine Art Collection enlivens the street and engages passersby. As if in a strolling gallery, guests happen upon works by world-renowned artists such as Maya Lin and Nancy Rubins as they wander through CityCenter’s walkways, hotels and residences.
A true community also has regard for its surroundings. CityCenter is one of the largest sustainable developments in existence, bringing a new level of environmental consciousness to the world-famous Strip. The U.S. Green Building Council has awarded Gold LEED® certification to ARIA Resort & Casino, Vdara Hotel & Spa; Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas, Veer Towers and Crystals retail and entertainment district, marking the highest LEED achievement by any hotel, retail district or residential development in Las Vegas. The Harmon Hotel also is pursuing LEED® certification.
“CityCenter bridges the vitality of Las Vegas with the experiences travelers seek when they visit great cities around the world, whether London, Hong Kong or San Francisco – spectacular architecture, culturally significant art, great public spaces, sophisticated hotels, unique restaurants and incredible amenities,” said Bobby Baldwin, president and CEO of CityCenter. “It is an evolutionary destination that aims to transform Las Vegas as a new symbol at its core, like the Guggenheim in Bilbao, the Pompidou in Paris or the SONY Center in Berlin.”
CITYCENTER’S GRAND OPENING DATES:
• Vdara Hotel & Spa – December 1, 2009
• Crystals retail and entertainment district – December 3, 2009
• Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas – December 4, 2009
• ARIA Resort & Casino – December 16, 2009
• The Harmon Hotel – Late 2010
• Residential occupancies slated to begin mid-January 2010
FAST FACTS:
• Located on 67 acres between Bellagio and Monte Carlo resorts
• Joint venture between MGM MIRAGE (NYSE: MGM) and Infinity World Development Corp, a subsidiary of Dubai World
• CityCenter includes ARIA Resort & Casino a 61-story, 4,004-room gaming resort; luxury non-gaming hotels including Las Vegas’ first Mandarin Oriental, Vdara Hotel & Spa and The Harmon Hotel (opening late 2010); Veer Towers, the development’s only strictly residential buildings; and Crystals, a 500,000-square-foot retail and entertainment district
• Approximately 2,400 residences total between Veer Towers, Vdara Hotel & Spa and Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
• ARIA features Viva ELVIS™ by Cirque du Soleil®, celebrating the music and life of Elvis Presley
• An unparalleled Fine Art Collection showcases works by acclaimed artists including Maya Lin, Jenny Holzer, Nancy Rubins, Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, among others
• CityCenter has been brought to life by eight internationally acclaimed architectural firms: Pelli Clarke Pelli, Kohn Pedersen Fox, Helmut Jahn, RV Architecture LLC led by Rafael Viñoly, Foster + Partners*, Studio Daniel Libeskind*, Rockwell Group and Gensler
• CityCenter is one of the largest sustainable developments in the world and has received LEED® Gold certification for ARIA, Vdara, Crystals, Mandarin Oriental and Veer. The Harmon also is pursuing LEED certification by the U.S. Green Building Council
• CityCenter offers multiple, convenient access points including a front entrance off Las Vegas Boulevard, with access to Mandarin Oriental, Veer Towers, Crystals, ARIA and self parking, and a north entrance off of Harmon Blvd. with access to ARIA and Vdara. Parking options include complimentary valet at all CityCenter locations, as well as a garage for self parking
• The CityCenter Tram provides convenient complimentary access to Monte Carlo, Crystals and Bellagio
o Travels at a top speed of 23 mph, transporting guests from Monte Carlo to Bellagio in less than 3 minutes
o Able to transport more than 5,000 guests per hour
o Hours: 8 a.m. – 4 a.m. daily
• CityCenter has approximately 12,000 permanent employees, marking it as the single largest hiring effort in the country in 2009
KEY ELEMENTS:
ARIA Resort & Casino – December 16, 2009
ARIA Resort & Casino is a fusion of energy, inspiration and vision, featuring an unprecedented combination of striking architecture, sustainable design, high-end service and spectacular amenities. Even in a city such as Las Vegas, with its extraordinary history of dynamic cutting-edge developments, ARIA is demonstrably different than anything that has preceded it.
• Architecture. Designed by the world-renowned firm Pelli Clarke Pelli, ARIA’s two breathtaking curvilinear steel and glass towers embody the excitement and vitality of Las Vegas in a 21st century building; a crystalline, undulating form gleaming in the desert light. Soaring open spaces, ranging from ARIA’s three-story lobby to its guestrooms, fills each space with natural light and evokes breadth and freedom.
• Dining. ARIA has assembled many of the best and brightest chefs and restaurateurs from around the country, uniting a pair of remarkable Las Vegas newcomers with those who have played integral roles in the development of Las Vegas’ culinary scene: Masayoshi Takayama, Shawn McClain, Michael Mina, Julian Serrano, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Sirio Maccioni, Jean-Philippe Maury and The Light Group. Each delivers a concept totally new to their repertoire.
• Entertainment. ARIA takes one of the most captivating, hip-swiveling forces of all time and re-create an old-school vibe in its intimate approximately 1,840-seat theater. The visionary team at Cirque du Soleil partnered with CKX, Inc. and its subsidiary Elvis Presley Enterprises to create a permanent production celebrating the timeless musical legacy of Elvis Presley, Viva ELVIS™. The production aims to pay tribute to Elvis’ music and life, fusing dance and acrobatics, live music and iconic tracks, nostalgia and modernity, high technology and raw emotion. Extraordinary artistry, astonishing acrobatics, stunning special effects and The King revs up vintage Vegas into a show like no other.
• Art. At ARIA, famed artist Maya Lin created “Silver River,” an 84-foot silver cast of the Colorado River, which is her first work of art displayed in Las Vegas; Jenny Holzer displays a thought-provoking LED sign, “VEGAS,” spanning more than 260 feet; Tony Cragg developed three sculptures that examine the relationship between nature and the man-made world: “Bolt,” 2007, “Bent of Mind,” 2008, and “Untitled” (tall column), 2008; and Antony Gormley displays “Feeling Material XXVII,” 2007, an 8-foot sculpture that uses spiraling steel to depict the silhouette of a human body at the center of an orbiting energy field.
• Accommodations. Within ARIA’s 4,004 guestrooms, including 568 suites, panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows offer magnificent views of Las Vegas’ striking skyline. Modern décor, lavish amenities, cutting-edge entertainment and next-generation technology are the hallmark of these plush retreats.
• Guestroom Technology. ARIA features the most technologically advanced guestrooms in the country. Upon a guest’s first entrance, he or she will be “greeted:” curtains will open, lights turn on and the TV display a menu of preferences. Guests can wake up through controlled temperature, preferred music or TV channels and the opening of curtains. One touch can make-over the entire room: the “good night” button turns everything off – from TV and music to lights – as the privacy notification turns on.
• Spa. In ARIA’s 80,000-square-foot spa, nature’s healing properties take center stage. Salt, stone, earth, fire and water join to create a spa experience that elevates guests to a meditative state. The two-level spa offers 62 treatment rooms, a full-service salon, an advanced fitness center and Las Vegas’ first co-ed spa balcony, featuring an outdoor infinity-edge pool and views of ARIA’s spectacular poolscape.
• Nightclubs, Lounges and Bars. ARIA features 10 chic bars and lounges, including HAZE Nightclub by The Light Group, a colossal cutting-edge space in which guests are challenged to question their sense of perception and reality.
• Meetings and Conventions. ARIA provides a premium meeting experience with 300,000 square feet of technologically advanced meeting and convention space. A spectacular glass curtain wall spans the entire north façade of the three-level meeting facility, allowing guests the ability to enjoy the brilliance of natural light that streams in from ARIA’s lush poolscape.
• Pools. ARIA’s vast 215,000-square-foot pool deck is a tropical oasis in the heart of the desert. Shielded by lush plantings of oversized palm, acacia, pine and bottle trees, the soft and sensual paradise features three primary pools, the adults-only pool Liquid, hot tubs and more.
• Casino. Offering 150,000 square feet of gaming, ARIA’s unique layout and design elements allows guests to enjoy the energy and excitement of their favorite selections in a more personal and intimate setting. For high-end players, exclusive salons offer high-limit slot and table games in private environments. Throughout the casino, never-before-seen technologies allow for unmatched customer service.
• Reservations. Nightly room rates range from $149 to $799; suites range from $425 to $7,500. Reservations can be made via www.arialasvegas.com or (866) 359-7757; concierge service and reservations for spa, salon and restaurants also are available.
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Private jet host focuses on a variety of ways to travel in comfort, security and luxury, in addition to truly amazing places to go and see. If you have questions about chartering a private jet for your next trip, contact Hollywood Jets. Hollywood Jets is a full service travel concierge service to include not only the jet charter experience, but also ground transportation, catering for your trip, restaurants and resorts at your desired destination and much more!
As you can hopefully see there are many benefits to chartering an airplane, including several possibly not mentioned here that you may not be aware of that are unique to you.
The benefits of chartering an airplane far outweigh any cons in the majority of cases. Some people will argue that it’s expensive, or excessive, or unnecessary. But I hope that the information and ideas suggested in this article show you why, in fact, it is very necessary!
The benefits of chartering an airplane include things such as privacy, security, comfort and flexibility. Let’s look at a few of those a little more closely.
Privacy
There are no screaming children, coughing and hacking neighbors, overtly happy people heading off on holiday with their friends and all talking too loudly. No scrambling to your seat and getting up and down for others if you are unlucky enough to end up with an aisle seat, no old lady next to you hogging your elbow room.
But more importantly for business users or others who want to have an uninterrupted conversation without fearing of being overheard, you are free to discuss business or knock about a few ideas with your significant other with no embarrassing repercussions. Sensitive business can be discussed with no fear of leaks or competitors overhearing and no fears of sensitive corporate information being heard by all and sundry. In some industries - this is a serious consideration that can make travel time a complete waste of time as far as working goes.
Luxury
Private air charter can be the epitome of luxury and class. Think of commercial air flights as being a run of the mill taxi cab, and a private charter jet as a plush stretch limo. Some are even more luxurious than a limo! It is quite possible to find things such as living suites, gyms, spas and saunad, full double bedrooms and other amenities to ”spoil” yourself with being built into private jets more and more every day.
Granted, they have to be built into the larger jets as opposed to the small to mid size airplanes but to some - buying a 747 and kitting it out to their specification is not a problem at all.
Flexibility
Not only can you avoid border hassles when flying internationally, you can generally charter a private jet with very little notice. It’s not unknown for jets to be available to rent in an hour. (Special cases here mark you - don’t bank on this speed of response as being the norm or the do-able in every case!)
Private airplane charter services do not tend to own a whole fleet - they, like everyone else, arrange a jet for you from another company or owner. They work as the middle man between you and the owner, taking care of your arrangements and requirements. They give you flexibility that you do not normally have when it comes to renting a plane.
This is part of the beauty of flying a private charter - it can free you from dependence on travel agencies and commercial air companies. Not to mention you get to avoid those long, long and nasty lines for boarding, and those little extras we have to endure now, things like taking off your shoes and having your bags extensively searched and not being able to take bottle of drink through security. Flying private can free you from all of those little inconveniences. You can wander onto your charter plane with a Jack Daniels and coke in your hand and see if anyone says anything - apart from suggesting you put it down whilst trying to put your seatbelt on!
Comfort
Flying private isn’t just about reaching your destination. It is also primarily about enjoying your traveling experience, and being comfortable on the journey. I’ll make you a promise right here and now - the first time you bite the bullet and decide to charter a private flight will be an unforgettable trip for you, something that you will both think back on with great memories as well as talk about often! It just makes traveling fun again!
One on One service, comfy seats with leg, knee and elbow room, quiet and calm environment and no waiting for whatever you want (apart from the preparation time that is!). Sheer comfort and luxury.
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Another of the great benefits to chartering an airplane is the impression you can make on others.
Not only can you impress clients, you can also pamper employees and give them incentive to work all the harder for you. You can highlight yourself as being different to clients, and build closer relationships by inviting them on a private charted business trip overseas with you.
It is just an all around excellent way to travel, and given the choice why would you want to fly in that commercial taxi when you can fly in that luxurious limo instead?
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Private Jet Hostlongs for a long weekend getaway in Sedona, getting spoiled and pampered with a variety of amazing and delicious spa treatments….That sounds absolutely divine!
Want to get away to Sedona, or any other fabulous spa and resort area? Contact Hollywood Jets today! Hollywood Jets is a full service travel concierge, private jet charter broker and travel insider all rolled into one ideal travel company. Let us do all of the hard work and make of the arrangements for you, after all, you need that long, luxurious spa get-away for a reason, right?!
Have you been longing for an excuse to pamper and spoil yourself? Does the idea of a stay at a luxury resort and spa create a thrill of excitement in your mind? Well then, put these thoughts into action and create the getaway of your dreams in Sedona, Arizona.
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Private Jet Host knows that the wedding season, and thus the honeymoon season, is upon us. With that season comes planning for romantic getaways, even in a challenging economy. The Caribbean has amazing things to offer for any couple, even those of us that are long past our honeymoons!
A trip to the Caribbean is like a heavenly getaway that guarantees you everything you have been looking for in your getaways - beaches, banks, boats or bikinis. A romantic Caribbean getaway has all the essentials of a tropical vacation.
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Private Jet Host offers the following advice on how to prepare for an adventure holiday trip. I once backpacked in the Andes, and truly long to share that kind of adventurous spirit with my kids so that they, too, not only catch that travel bug but furthermore the desire to see things from a more adventurous vantage point.
You are seeking an adventure holiday that will inspire your adventurous spirit and take you out of your comfort zone. That is wonderful! There are a few things that you need to think about before plunging straight in. What kind of adventure holiday are you seeking - trekking in the Himalayas, white water rafting in Borneo, elephant riding in Sri Lanka, exploring remote villages in the Andes mountains of Peru? The world is an adventure seekers paradise, so to discover your limitless options, key in ‘adventure holidays’ or ‘adventure holidays for women’ on Google, invest in a relevant guidebook or magazine subscription, or visit an adventure travel agent or tour operator.
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Private Jet Host presents the following information on your next Hawaiian adventure! Personally, I have only experienced the amazing luxury and beauty of Maui, and long to explore all of the islands! We welcome your comments and suggestions for travelers looking for their own special Hawaiian vacation!
No matter which island you visit, you are sure to find something to please everyone in Hawaii. From its rich culture and historic sights to local arts and entertainment, adventure waits.
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Private Jet Host and information on planning your next golf holiday trip.
Hollywood Jets can also assist you with your travel needs. We offer private jet charter services and full travel concierge services.
As each year comes and goes, more and more people are taking tours and summer trips. In fact, many of the "package holidays" trips will be with family, a special partner, or with friends. However, no matter who you vacation with, the destination can be very hard to choose.
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Private Jet Host presents the following information on planning a trip of a lifetime to Egypt. Hollywood Jets can assist you in private jet charter to Egypt, as well as other concierge travel services.
The majestic River Nile, considered by many to be the lifeblood of Egypt and the Middle East, offers the ultimate in luxury river cruising. Temples, sacred valleys and amphitheaters abound on a cruise between riverside destinations. Few places on earth continue to captivate from one century to the next.
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