Elite Traveler Summer 2020

GLOBAL PRIVATE JET JOURNEY WORLDWIDE

Ancient wonders, cosmopolitan cities, Earth’s last frontier and tranquil beaches are just a few things you can check off your bucket list on this ambitious 28-day trip to all seven continents fromTCSWorld Travel. Just 52 guests will experience this itinerary aboard a custom-configured Boeing 757 jet, and every logistical aspect of your trip will be taken care of so you can immerse yourself in cultural discovery. There are many historical and wondrous sites along the journey, including visiting Easter Island off the coast of Chile, home to the mystifying moai stone figures set within UnescoWorld Heritage Site Rapa Nui National Park. Learn how these ancient structures were created and the mystery surrounding them, and explore nearby grassy hillsides, volcanic rock outcrops and dramatic cliffs. More sacred sites await in Egypt: An expert Egyptologist will lead you through the temples of Karnak and tombs and temples in the Valley of the Kings before you fly to Cairo to explore the 4,500-year- old Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Next, head to theMiddle East to enjoy Oman’s ocean, mountain and desert landscapes. Tour the maze-likeMuttrah Souk, the GrandMosque or the Arabian Desert. Stay at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, that showcases the rich Arabic culture through its Art Deco design; towering mountains loomover the lush 200-acre property. You will also visit snowy Antarctica. Explore its remote landscapes, icebergs and glaciers while staying aboard luxury vessel World Explorer , which has scientists on board and observation decks for comfortable wildlife spotting (including several types of seals, whales and penguins). Between your adventures, relax at Pullman Nadi Bay Resort & Spa Fiji, which has a tranquil spa, stretches of white-sand beach, snorkeling and water sports, and local gourmet fare. You will also experience the lush southeast Asian paradise Langkawi, Malaysia, filled with waterfalls, jungle, beaches and deserted islands. For some urban flair, stop inMelbourne to experience its art scene and fine dining (read more about its world-renowned food festival on p106); enjoy a trip to Buenos Aires, dubbed the “Paris of South America” for its impressive architecture, design and art; and complete your journey with a stop in London. -ER From$164,950 per person. Contact Kristina Gordon, guest relations manager, TCSWorld Travel, kristina.gordon@tcsworldtravel.com, +1 800 454 4149, tcsworldtravel.com

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