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Zermatt
Zermatt is one Europe’s most awe-inpsiring ski destinations. Resting in the shadow of the mighty Matterhorn, this is a world class resort steeped in history and tradition. The combination of breathtaking scenery, top class hospitality and one of the highest ski areas in the Alps make t
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Lost luggage
It’s Friday so time for a little fun. Rhod Gilbert has a way with words and here shares his experiences in a stand-up comedy sketch that was first performed in Australia – a performance that put the Welsh comedian well and truly on the comedy circuit. In 2007, the routine was pla
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The best private jet charter company in North America
We are delighted to announce that ElJet – which works with us here on A Luxury Travel Blog – has won the title of “Leading Private Jet Charter Company in North America” in the prestigious international World Travel Awards. The awards are the equivalent of the Oscars i
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Private jet versus business class
Willem de Kooning, the Dutch American artist once said, The trouble with being pooris ittakesup all your time. Whilst flying business class hardly constitutes being poor,hiring aprivatejetcan save you a great deal of time. Of course its never going to becheaper,but where time is money and co
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The 3 best experiences to have from a helicopter in the South Island of New Zealand
Most people, when they hear of helicopter experiences in the Southern Lakes region of New Zealand, automatically think of heli-skiing. There is no doubt that heli-skiing tops our list of things to do from a helicopter, but there is oh-so-much-more to experience from the air. Here are some id
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6 good reasons to travel by private jet
Of course, the primary downside of private jet travel is the cost. That aside, though, there are many benefits. And, in fact, the cost needn’t be such a deterrent. Flying by private jet can be far more affordable than you might think, particularly if sharing the cost with friends or fa
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Departure roulette... would you play?
Picture the scene. You arrive at the airport ready to travel to your destination, only someone asks you whether you wish to play ‘departure roulette’ and go on an expenses-paid trip to an altogether different location. Heineken set up this scenario at JFK Airport and here are jus
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5 great European short breaks by private jet
Theres a saying; Its not the destination, its the journey getting there but with a short break by private jet, you truly can have the best of both worlds.Weekends away often sound appealing, but when you have factored in travelling time, antisocial airline timetables and queues, you find th
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Apps for the discerning traveller
Travelling is now simpler than ever thanks to the power of smart devices and social media. Nowadays any morsel of information you could possibly require is accessible through the touch of a button (well, buttons are sort of obsolete now, but you get the idea). Not only is this inspiring more
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The southern hemisphere's number one Warbird airshow
Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshowis one of Wanakas major biennial events. It is a truly spectacular airshow featuring military fighter aircraft from the last 100 years, as well as modern jets from the present. Held over Easter weekend in April, the town of Wanaka New Zealand is almo
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6 of the best views of Paris
The Eiffel Tower is often the first thing that comes to mind when people think of the best views of Paris. If you are looking for something different and unusual without the touristy crowds, weve got you covered! Here are five of the best views of Paris away from much of the hustle and bustl
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Win a Middle
Take a look at this video that’s been put together by Air New Zealand. It shows that in Middle-earth, everyday tasks can reveal out of this world surprises and before you know it everything can turn… well, a bit Hobbit-shaped! Watch to be in with a chance to win tickets for two t
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3 luxury Myanmar vacations up for grabs
Three luxury trips to Myanmar are being given away with a prize draw launched this week by a group of Asia’s leading travel providers. The prizes include free nights in some of the country’s finest luxury hotels plus flights with Bangkok Airways, and are being given away to celeb
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Passenger wakes up from flight to find himself in a locked, cold, dark and empty plane!
Imagine if you fell asleep on your flight and didn’t wake up on landing. Take that a step further and imagine none of the passengers or crew had spotted you as they disembarked. They all leave, leaving you alone on the plane. Now spare a thought for Tom Wagner for whom this precise sce
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A clever Christmas PR stunt from WestJet
Imagine seeing your dream Christmas presents appear before your eyes as you wait to claim your bags at the luggage carousel. WestJet managed to pull off this stunt, surprising their passengers in style, on a flight from Toronto to Calgary. Watch the video and see it for yourself… I jus
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10 of the world's most luxurious airport lounges
Layovers can be a hassle, or they can be a slice of heaven. If you have the opportunity to visit one of these airport lounges, you may keep your fingers crossed for flight delays. Lounges have gone way beyond free cocktails and Wifi. Now, you can savor your trip by indulging in spa treatment
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Touring New York City by land and by air
Sightseeing in New York City is a tough enterprise, especially if you’re on foot and on a tight schedule. This metropolis of over 8 million people can be so overwhelming at first that you’re not even sure where to begin. Here are some pointers about must-see attractions and the b
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What it's like to fly Upper Class with Virgin Atlantic
I’ve had the pleasure of flying Upper Class with Virgin Atlantic Airways on a few occasions recently – coming back from New Delhi to Heathrow as well as a return trip to Cape Town – so I thought I would take this opportunity to describe what you can expect when booking the
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The ultimate Super Bowl travel package costing up to $500,000
Thanks to a recently formed partnership between No Limit Air, Wings Air Helicopters and Safe Rides Unlimited high-rollers can now go above and beyond with the greatest Super Bowl travel package of all time.The experience begins with a flight on a G650, the most technologically advanced busin
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Top 3 vintage flying experiences in Britain
Britain has always had a proud aviation heritage brimming with heroic war stories but when it comes to great British aviation, there are three landmark vintage airplanes that are still the pride of Britains skies. Weve picked out our favourite luxury flying experiences to give you a taste of
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