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5 reasons to travel by helicopter
Helicopters are wonderfully versatile flying machines offering some unique benefits when it comes to travel and quickly gaining popularity worldwide. Here are 5 reasons why you should charter a private helicopter at least once:
1. Get there faster
The average flying speed of a helicopter var
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Could this be your camera?!
Have you ever dropped a camera from a light aircraft? If so, then perhaps this is your opportunity to be reunited with your lost gadget! In this particular incident, the person uploading the video found the camera in question in her pig pen of all places. It was recovered 8 months after a sk
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Take a tour of the outback by private jet
A&K is launching the first private jet adventure into Western Australia’s most extraordinary landscapes including the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Reef and Bungle Bungle range. This sort of itinerary has never been offered before with no more than 30 guests travelling in comfort
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So what really happened to Malaysian Airlines flight MH370?
As the days continue to pass since Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 went missing, a number of theories have been put forward, ranging from a possible hijacking to somewhat more far-fetched ideas such as alien abduction. During this time, you can’t help but feel for the families of those
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Luxury in London, life at Walt Disney World, flying business class with British Airways and reflections on Cuba
Each month myself and a few other luxury travel bloggers highlight our latest travelling exploits as part of a small, select group known as the Luxury Travel Blog Network. Whilst I wrote a review of my short stay on the outskirts of Cape Town from my trip to South Africa, here’s what t
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5 ways to attend the Grand National in style
The Grand National needs little introduction. One of the biggest single betting events in sport, it is also one of the most famous horse races in the world a handicap steeplechase thats been running since 1839. Held at Aintree, Liverpool, UK, this year the highlight of the National Hunt cal
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Interview with Richard Zaher, CEO of Paramount Business Jets
Richard Zaher grew up in Virginia and attended Herndon High School. Shortly after graduation he attended Embry Riddle Aeronautical University to become a commercial pilot. Throughout the years of flying and studying at ERAU he began to realize that he was more interested in the business aspe
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Business class with Qatar Airways, cocktails in Cuba, the beautiful Four Seasons Seychelles and a little R&R in Nantucket
Wow… another month has gone by which means it’s high time for me to provide an update from my fellow members of the Luxury Travel Blog Network. How time flies when you’re having fun! Whilst I’ve been exploring Athens and, at the tail end of month, been to Shanghai (li
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The top 3 airlines for travelling with the family
Travelling with children is often stressful and not the most relaxing start to that dream holiday you have been looking forward to, therefore, I have put together my three favourite airlines for families, from priority boarding and baby air miles to children only lounges and specially create
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Top 5 must
The Maldives is renowned for being a tropical paradise and is a popular choice when it comes to honeymoon destinations. But what is there to do there? Well you can either simply soak up the stunning surroundings of pure white sands, crystal clear waters and swaying palms doing absolutely not
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5 top tips to take the stress out of flying
Travelling – and, more specifically, flying – can be a stressful experience. (I write this as someone who should really be packing for a trip right now!) That said, there are some simple measures you can take to make the process run much more smoothly, and thus make the experienc
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Drinks on the helipad at The Peninsula Shanghai
As part of ILTM (International Luxury Travel Market) 2014 in Shanghai – an invitation-only event bringing together la crme de la crme of the luxury travel industry, I was invited to a VIP media welcome party to celebrate the opening of the event. This was an opportunity to experience t
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5 tips for getting an upgrade to first class
Everyone that’s taken a long haul flight has at some point wished to be given a free upgrade, or maybe you’ve just taken a fair few short haul flights and wished that just one time the air hostess would beckon you to the front into business class. Either way, if you’ve been
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Flying Club Bauhinia and business class with Hong Kong Airlines
Increasingly in the modern market, an airline is judged not only by its business and first class, but also by its private or members lounge at various airports most certainly for short-haul trips, where time spent in the aircraft itself is minimal. A new VIP lounge Club Bauhinia situated n
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4 Australian destinations to explore by private jet
When it comes to the greatest adventures on Earth, the land Down Under offers a heady array of sheer wonder, excitement and one of the best natural playgrounds in the world. Admire the majestic Sydney Opera House, snorkel the pristine waters of the Great Barrier Reef and discover the magic o
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8 top tips for flying first class on frequent flyer award tickets
Ever dream of flying Singapore Suites, Cathay Pacific First Class, Etihad First Class Suites, Lufthansa First Class and other first class airline cabins, but think that theyre impossibly out of reach? They dont have to be, depending in part on where youre located, on your credit score, and o
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The most luxurious airport experiences in the world
More often than not, airports are places where time slows down, money magically drains from your credit card and small children suddenly decide to start playing up. Put simply, theyre one of the most stressful places in the world. However, if you have the funds and the inclination, there are
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5 myths of executive jet charters
The idea of flying on a private jet charter sounds far-fetched to many people. Many believe it is an option that is only accessible to extremely wealthy individuals or large corporations. In reality, though, that is not entirely accurate. Here are fivewidely held myths about private aviation
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6 tips to upgrade your travel
Do you wish you could upgrade your travel, for example fly first class instead of economy class, access airport lounges, be upgraded more often at hotels, and just generally enjoy a more luxurious vacation? Here are my top tips for how to upgrade your travel:
1. Plan ahead
One of the most e
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The 3 best first class airline beds
With so many airlines promoting their first class cabins in terms of celebrity chef menus, exclusive first class lounges, complimentary chauffeur services and superb flight attendant service, a key criterion seems to be missing: how comfortable and conducive to sleeping is the bed? In part t
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