These days, luxury travel via private jets is becoming more accessible to a lot of people. Private jet operators are marketing luxury services more aggressively all over the world and tailoring their high end services to meet passenger’s needs.
If, for example, you are in LA and need to go for holiday to the luxurious Scottsdale Condos in Arizona, why not charter a luxury jet. In fact, you will find Scottsdale airport is perfect for private jets because it is a reliever facility that caters mostly to corporate and private aircrafts.
Most private planes are usually decked out with varying degrees of luxury, but at the end of the day, if you are not on a commercial flight, some people claim that that is luxury enough.
There are several scenarios that would motivate you to take a private flight. Some of the reasons are as detailed below.
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Travelling as a group
If you are a group of 10-15 VIPs such as well-paid senior executives, high ranking government officials or a well-paid professional sports team, it would actually make more sense to charter a private jet as opposed to flying commercially.
There could be several reasons for this, including security purposes or just the sheer number of passengers could make it cost effective as opposed to a commercial flight. If, for example, a basketball team with 15 players needs to get across the country, it may make more sense to charter a private jet as opposed to getting the whole team on a commercial flight.
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Privacy and productivity
If a group of senior executives needs to travel on a long flight, it may be more efficient and productive for them to travel on a single private jet. This could allow them to get some work done and deal with private business while on the flight. Being able to privately work or discuss matters would not be possible on a commercial flight, even if it is in a first class cabin.
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Multiple stops
With a private jet, you can easily make several different stops to various destinations. A private flight will make sense, especially if time is of the essence when travelling to the different destinations.
Being ferried to several destinations may also mean that you do not need hotel accommodation or food because you will either be doing your business at your destination or are in the air.
Taking a private flight that includes multiple stops also makes sense when you are several individuals travelling to the same destinations.
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Routes offering private jets at discounted rates
You could also choose to take a private jet in order to take advantage of discounts offered for certain routes. You will find that private jet operators will offer discounts for routes they wish to promote.
For example, you will find that a private jet from Santa Monica to San Jose will be offered at a relatively better value as compared to a private flight from New York to LA.
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Routes that commercial flights don’t go to
A private jet may also be the only option for routes that commercial planes do not traverse. Private flights can allow passengers who need to get to certain inaccessible destinations in comfort, speedily and efficiently.
Some passengers will actually pay handsomely to avoid travel by road that will make take up too much time and get them too tired to function when they arrive at their destination. An example of such a trip is from Santa Barbara to Orange County.
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When speed is priority
If you need to travel from one destination to another urgently and there are no commercial flights available, your only option may be to travel using a private jet. This could be occasioned by factors such as;
- If a commercial flight is only available once a week.
- If the closest commercial flight to your destination is too far and inconvenient for you.
- You will also find that if you need to travel to a specific destination urgently and the weather is intemperate, a private jet may be your only option to negotiate a flight path that can avoid the harsh weather. Bad weather usually means that commercial flights are grounded.
Private jets are useful for the above reasons and can offer you the only alternative, especially if you have no budget restrictions. You can also leverage on some of the options mentioned above if a private flight is too expensive for one individual. Either way, you will be able to enjoy all the luxury that a private plane can offer you.
Conclusion
David Kuttner – photographer, writer, and a father. When he’s not busy writing, he’s most likely spending time with his wife and their two mischievous dogs: Lily and Bart. Visit his site to read what he has to say about luxury living.
