Interest in Private Jet Travel Continues Its Ascent

Interest in Private Jet travel is growing and seems to have no end in sight. For 2016, Abercrombie & Kent will offer its best-selling Private Jet Journey, Around the World by Private Jet: Islands, Savannas & the Amazon (October 17 – November 11, 2016), designed by A&K founder Geoffrey Kent and featuring some of the most remote places on earth.

“To say that interest in private jet travel is strong would be an understatement,” says Kent. “Unprecedented would be a more apt description. We just sold out an around-the-world trip I'm hosting to wildly exotic destinations including Uzbekistan, the Philippines and Mongolia, primarily to past A&K private jet travellers.”

Travel by private jet makes it possible to experience far more than on a conventional itinerary – without sacrificing comfort and convenience. Guests on A&K's privately chartered jet bypass customs and security lines, arrive in remote destinations that larger commercial airlines don't serve and the limited group size – no more than 50 guests – makes it possible to include exclusive, invitation-only events that make the journey truly unforgettable. On Around the World by Private Jet: Islands, Savannas & the Amazon, guests go in search of the fierce Komodo dragon in its natural habitat, celebrate over dinner at Sri Lanka's Galle Fort, reserved exclusively for A&K guests, and discover the long-held traditions and way of life of a pre-modern civilization in Papua New Guinea.

“I personally designed this voyage to combine some of my favorite places with exotic destinations visited by only a privileged few,” explains Kent. “This journey has sold out for two consecutive years and, based on feedback from our guests, I am confident it will once again meet with an enthusiastic response.”

This circumnavigation of the globe combines the world's mightiest river with several mysterious islands. Observe remarkable wildlife in their natural habitat and vistas of spectacular beauty. Meet indigenous peoples and gain an understanding of their traditional way of life, unchanged for hundreds of years.

Amazon River | Safari by Water (3 nights)

Sail the Amazon aboard the stylish river cruisers, ‘Aqua' and ‘Aria.' Expert naturalist guides reveal the stunning biological diversity. Enjoy dinner prepared and hosted by Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, one of Latin America's most innovative chefs.

Easter Island | The Lost World (2 nights)

Experience a Hotumatua ritual, a celebration of the island's mythic founding. Visit the Orongo ceremonial village (site of the “birdman” rituals). Explore the unique landscape on a cave tour, an archaeological trek by vehicle or on horseback, or hike along “the way of the moai” for a close-up view of the iconic statues.

Samoa | A Tropical Interlude (2 nights)

Cross the International Dateline and unwind in a tropical paradise. Explore the last home of Robert Louis Stevenson and enjoy resort activities and spa treatments. End your stay with a celebratory fia fia, a feast of Polynesian dishes accompanied by fire-spinners.

Papua New Guinea | Among Ancient Tribes (3 nights)

Explore the Highlands or the Sepik River Basin with knowledgeable local guides. Learn the ways of pre-modern civilizations during encounters with local tribes, the Huli Wigmen and colorful Melpa people, accompanied by local experts who explain their social and family customs.

Bali | Where Dragons Roam (3 nights)

See one of the world's most remarkable predators, the Komodo dragon, in its natural habitat. Visit Tirta Empul Temple, a place of Hindu devotion. Participate in a one-on-one consultation with an astrologer. A traditional feast is accompanied by demonstrations of Balinese dance, including the kecak fire dance.

Sri Lanka | The Island Gem (3 nights)

Tour a tea factory on the island formerly known as Ceylon with the owner. Set out by helicopter to explore the Cultural Triangle, a cluster of ancient cities and temples, including the most popular Buddhist site, Sigiriya. Peruse Sri Lanka's renowned blue sapphires with a personal shopper.

Madagascar | Land of the Lemurs (3 nights)

A visit to the island of Nosy Komba promises an encounter with Madagascar's rare primates, the lemurs. Learn about Madagascar's many naturally-grown products with visits to a ylang-ylang distillery and one of the finest cacao and coffee growers.

Kenya | The Masai Mara (3 nights)

Experience the incomparable Masai Mara on game drives, a guided bush walk and an early-morning balloon safari, with nights at A&K's luxurious mobile tented camp. Meet nomadic Maasai herders and learn how A&K Philanthropy is making a difference during a visit to a local elementary school.

Monaco | A Festive Farewell (1 night)

Celebrate the end of the journey at an exclusive gala dinner hosted by Geoffrey Kent. A fleet of privately chartered helicopters whisk guests to Nice for the final flight back to the U.S. aboard the A&K private jet.

Unrivalled Comfort in the Air

Private jet travel with Abercrombie & Kent delivers an entirely new level of luxury. A&K's privately chartered Boeing 757 features 50 hand-made, first class leather seats that recline a full 180 degrees into a bed more than six and a half feet long, with relaxing massage and adjustable lumbar support available at the touch of a button. Footrests double as seating for impromptu chats with fellow travellers, while adjustable reading lights, power ports and privacy screens allow for complete relaxation.

Unparalleled Experience on the Ground

Leading every Private Jet Journey is a Tour Director chosen from the ranks of A&K's international coterie of professionals, who orchestrates everything from start to finish, relying on a lifetime's worth of experience. A team of exceptional Tour Managers guarantee seamless service, while expert local guides reveal sights only locals know. A&K's mid-journey laundry service, Traveller's Valet^SM, allows guests to keep luggage light, while Travelling Bell Boy^® service collects luggage from each room and ensures it is waiting at the next hotel.

Meals are more than just a chance to dine at the end of the day – they are a feast for the senses, with local entertainment and stunning natural backdrops. On the Amazon, enjoy a special tasting menu prepared from local ingredients by rising culinary star Pedro Miguel Schiaffino. A local Rapa Nui family hosts a traditional UMU dinner, prepared in an earth oven and blessed in a traditional manner. Balinese villagers lead a lavish torchlight celebration with entertainment, including the thrilling kecak fire dance. Celebrate an unforgettable journey over a private farewell dinner with Geoffrey Kent in Monaco.

One-of-a-Kind Accommodations

This journey delivers the very finest in comfort, service and authenticity, and features properties chosen by A&K's experts because they reflect each destination's style and spirit. This is enhanced by the exclusive use of most properties, including A&K's mobile tented camp offering an incomparable experience in the Masai Mara; the most stylish river cruisers on the Amazon (‘Aqua' and ‘Aria'); Explora Rapa Nui on Easter Island; Amangalla in Sri Lanka; and the Royal Beach Hotel, located on one of Madagascar's most picturesque beaches. With a stay of three nights in most destinations, there is time to relax and appreciate the pristine beauty of the surroundings.

Abercrombie & Kent is one of the most experienced companies in the luxury private jet business, having designed and operated dozens of private jet programs on a variety of luxury aircraft to destinations around the world, as well as custom-designed jet itineraries for families and private groups.

To learn more about Around the World by Private Jet: Islands, Savannas & the Amazon (26 days from $117,000), contact your travel professional, go to https://www.abercrombiekent.com/privatejet or call 800 554 7094 to speak to an A&K Travel Consultant.