The rise of ‘air cruises’, the latest travel must-do for the mega-wealthy
The IndependentThink of a cruise holiday and what do you picture? “You cannot fly commercially between the destinations on our private jet expeditions,” says Catherine Heald, co-founder and CEO of Remote Lands, Aman’s travel partner. “The only way to combine them in a single itinerary is to fly privately.” open image in gallery High-flying high life: on board the Four Seasons private plane Meanwhile, those booking onto the Four Seasons jet are each assigned a “guest services manager” to organise every stage of their trip. “‘Ultra high net worth’ travellers are looking for immersive, one-of-a-kind travel experiences and the ability to reach far-flung destinations in a relatively short time, without the hassle of trip planning,” says Marc Speichert, chief commercial officer and executive vice president, Four Seasons. “We blend those needs with once-in-a-lifetime journeys that can be personalised for every passenger according to their unique desires.” It’s the ultimate seamless travel experience Jenny Southan, Globetrender For those who can afford one, the appeal of an air cruise is obvious.