Flight Options Releases Top Ten Leisure Destinations for Private Jets
Forecasts Hot Travel in 2008
CLEVELAND
, Ohio – January 11, 2008 – Did you bump into (literally) a CEO on the slopes of Aspen over the Holidays? Do you wonder which warm weather beaches the “Jet Set” are favoring for 2008? Flight Options, the world’s most innovative private jet company, has released the results of December 2007 private jet leisure travel, which marks a reliable forecast of the top luxury leisure destinations in North America for winter 2008.
Cleveland-based Flight Options hosts the nation’s elite business and leisure travelers, and is uniquely positioned to identify the destinations of choice. During the recently concluded Holiday period, unseasonably cold temperatures sent private jet owners heading to warm weather destinations, which accounted for seven of the top ten private jet destinations in December. Florida carried top honors overall, featuring five of the top ten destinations, with West Palm Beach claiming the number one ranking. Renowned ski destinations garnered three spots in the top ten, with Salt Lake City , Utah moving ahead of Aspen , Colorado , for the most desired destination among private jet travelers.
Breaking in to the top 10 for the first time was Cabo San Lucas , Mexico , a destination with a growing roster of ultra-luxury resort and residential properties, which represented 16 percent of all Flight Options’ international flying during the month of December.
The Top 10 are:
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1. West Palm Beach,FL: The Gilded Age lives on in the architecture and affluent lifestyle of the Palm Beach enclave, developed as the winter home for wealthy northerners of the early 20th century. And in some ways, not much has changed, thanks to its exclusive boutiques, vibrant cultural scene, beautiful beaches and a full winter social calendar.
2. Salt Lake City, UT : The continually growing cachet of nearby Park City (home of the Sundance Film Festival) for ski and après-ski, combined with access to the legendary skiing of Deer Valley , Alta and Snowbird, has moved this former Olympic Winter Games host city to the top spot among ski destinations for private jet travelers.
3. Las Vegas, NV: Designer boutiques, world-class gourmet dining and endless entertainment keep the glam factor high both in and out of the casinos along the legendary Vegas strip.
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4. Naples, FL : Florida ’s Paradise Coast abounds with attractions, from the natural wonders of the Everglades to exclusive Marco Island and the renowned shops, golfing and beaches of Naples.
5. Boca Raton, FL: About 30 miles south of top-ranking West Palm Beach , Boca Raton shares its Gilded Age history, spectacular beaches, culture and accent on opulence, not to mention excellent golf.
6. Sarasota, FL: The white sand beaches, azure waters and magnificent sunsets of Florida ’s Gulf Coast combine with endless recreation in the popular destination of Sarasota .
7. Jacksonville, FL: Jacksonville attracts elite leisure guests with its reputation as a recreational playground, and for its proximity to Georgia ’s renowned coastal islands just “across the border.”
8. Aspen,CO: Eternally chic and blessed with spectacular slopes, Aspen offers some of the finest skiing in North America, not to mention opportunities for world-class celebrity spotting.
9. Grand Junction, CO: A new entrant in the top ten, skiers arriving by private jet hit the slopes at nearby Powderhorn, tucked just beneath the rim of the Grand Mesa, or use Grand Junction as a base to experience Colorado resorts as far afield as Vail.
10. Cabo San Lucas, MEX: This coastal destination has long been famous for its fishing, golf, shopping, and – of course – its beautiful beaches. Cabo has added a growing roster of luxury resort and residential properties which have attracted increasing numbers of elite guests.
About Flight Options
Flight Options, LLC, has earned a reputation as a leader and innovator within the private aviation industry. The Cleveland, Ohio-based company marks its 10th Anniversary in 2008 and offers the complete spectrum of programs from Fractional First™ ownership to leasing, aircraft management, and JetPASS Ultimate Travel Membership. The company is an industry leader in private aviation safety as well, having been selected by the FAA to partner and participate in the development and implementation of a formal Safety Management System (SMS) soon to be required for all air service providers. Flight Options provides personalized service to its Owners and Members, with a fleet of over 130 aircraft consisting of the Hawker 400XP, Hawker 850XP, Citation X and Embraer Legacy. More information is available at www.flightoptions.com or by calling 877.703.2348.
