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Welcome aboard, and welcome to the world of Million Air! Summer vacation season o ff ers an enormous window of opportunity for both new customer procurement and current customer retention. At Million Air, we believe the customer is number one. This is a common credence of any customer-centric business; where Million Air deviates is our focus on continuously winning over existing customers. New customers typically mean new growth — so companies dedicate time, attention and marketing dollars solely to winning over these prospects. This is a fundamental mistake. The customers in front of you should take precedence. Businesses can slip when they get caught up chasing new prospects. Statistically, both the transaction amounts and number of items purchased are higher for repeat customers than for new customers. New customers are trying out your brand for the fi rst time and are conservative in their spending with you, until you gain a good rapport with them. Repeat customers historically have the highest transactions and a deeper loyalty to the brand. Customer acquisition costs anywhere from fi ve to 25 times more than customer retention. It often takes a whole team and signi fi cante ff ort to gain just one new client. You spend time researching your demographic, putting together a marketing team, brainstorming concepts for a targeted campaign, doing more research, going through more trial and error — and the fi rst proposal can still be a total miss. This is a huge investment in time, ener g y and money. In contrast, it costs far less to persuade existing customers to buy something. Show them you care, pay special attention to their preferences, and go out of your way to exceed their expectations. This isn’t always a walk in the park, but after the customer learns they can trust you, it only takes a well-timed, mutually bene fi cial proposal to spur an upsale. Take notice when a customer doesn’t return, and learn the underlying reasons why they are ending the relationship. Changes in a company’s churn rate could be a signal that something is working well — or that something needs addressing. When customers or subscribers begin to cut ties with your fi rm, you can work to adjust your marketing strate g y or customer service approach to help retain them. So, be strategic in your marketing e ff orts. In the meantime, Million Air continues its unwavering pursuit in serving your every need. I invite you to email me personally on how we may improve our focus, so that we may remain worthy of your continued loyalty. Whether for business or pleasure, we want your travels to be safe and memorable, and your arrivals tailored speci fi cally to you and your needs.

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MILLION AIR FLIGHT BRIEFING GULFPORT, MISSISSIPPI

Where your ship comes in WITH CASINOS, GOLF COURSES AND BEACHES TO BOOT, GULFPORT IS THE PERFECT SPOT FOR A WEEKEND ESCAPE, WHETHER YOU’RE CRAVING ADVENTURE OR DOWNTIME

WHERE TO SLEEP Beau Rivage Resort & Casino was named one of the top hotels in the continental United States and Canada. We recommend booking one of the plush, spacious Cypress Suites, which are 1,200 sq ft each. Amenities include a marble entrance foyer, dining set, wet bar, walk-in shower and separate bath with a whirlpool tub — not to forget the living area, which enjoys sweeping ocean views. 875 Beach Boulevard +1 228 386 7111 beaurivage.mgmresorts.com

WHERE TO EAT Housed in an 18th-century French property under the shade of a 2,000-year-old oak tree, Mary Mahoney’s Old French House o ff ersguests fi ne dining in a picturesque setting. An expansive wine list accompanies a menu focused on seafood and steaks with standout dishes including stu ff ed fl ounder, king-size fi let mignon and the curiously named Sisters of the Sea Au Gratin, which is composed of fresh lump crabmeat and shrimp cooked in a creamy cheese sauce. WHERE TO FLY Million Air Gulfport, a full-service premier FBO at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, is an upscale facility that provides stellar service. FBO services include maintenance, cargo storage, a military brie fi ng room and luxury crew cars. Amenities within the facility run from a theater room and fi tness center to on-site customs and immigration o ffi ces. 110 Rue Magnolia +1 228 374 0163 marymahoneys.com

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The second largest city in Mississippi, Gulfport sits on the southern edge of the state, right on the Gulf of Mexico. With a location this close to the ocean, it’s not surprising that the beach town has been given the motto ‘Where Your Ship Comes In.’ This is also the location of some major events, including the world’s largest fi shing rodeo in nearby Dauphin Island, and the Smokin’ The Sound speedboat races. One of Gulfport’s biggest events is the annual Cruisin’ The Coast festival. Known as ‘America’s Largest Block Party,’ Cruisin’ The Coast is a celebration of everything retro, including antique, classic and hot rod cars, as well as old-school music. Now in its 27th year, this year's festival is set to run October 1-8. The area is also home to one of the country’s best golf hubs. Gulfport and its neighboring cities of Biloxi, Bay St Louis and Ocean Springs were even nicknamed Mississippi’s ‘Golf’ Coast. Named by Golf Digest as one of the Top 10 golf destinations for value, the region is home to courses designed by some of the sport’s greats including Jack Nicklaus, Mark McCumber and Jack Daray. Next to golf, the Gulf Coast’s biggest claim to fame is the abundance of casinos. Choose from any of the area’s 12 casinos and indulge in a day at the spa and an evening of gaming, as well as gourmet food and drinks. Some local favorites include Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, IP Casino Resort Spa, and the Grand Biloxi Casino Hotel & Spa.

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MILLION AIR FLIGHT BRIEFING ROME, NEW YORK

The great outdoors FROM HIKING TRAILS TO HISTORICAL FORTS, EXPERIENCE THE ADVENTURE, CULTURE AND HERITAGE THAT CENTRAL NEW YORK HAS TO OFFER

WHERE TO SLEEP Relax in style at the AAA Four Diamond rated hotel, The Lodge at Turning Stone Resort Casino. This all-suite hotel features a serene setting, connection to the casino via a skybridge and door-to-door shuttle service around the resort. Book the Presidential Suite, an enormous, two-story, 2,900-sq-ft space that gives you room to spread out after a long day. The master bathroom has a relaxing sauna and hot tub. 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY

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WHERE TO EAT Located in Downtown Syracuse’s historic Armory Square district, Lemon Grass serves authentic Thai dishes. Owners Max and Pook Chutinthranond’s extensive wine list has won the Wine Spectator Award 10 times. Try the New York strip steak. 238West Je ff erson Street, Syracuse, NY +1 315 475 1111 lemongrasscny.com WHERE TO FLY Originally constructed as a depot for Army Air Forces, Million Air Rome now has enough ramp space to handle B-747 size aircraft. With heated hangar space, deicing services and a lounge for relaxing, guests and service professionals alike will feel fully pampered.

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and there’s even the annual Capitolfest , aclassic fi lm festival showing rare silent and early talking movies. If you’re the adventurous type, head to Delta Lake State Park, where you can reconnect with nature on the hiking trails and Delta Reservoir. Or to up the adrenaline levels even further, head 10 miles west from center-city Rome to Turning Stone Resort Casino. Covering more than 3,400 acres, Turning Stone attracts 4.5 million visitors a year and has activities aplenty, including fi ve golf courses, three of which are championship level. Continue driving about a half-hour west of Turning Stone and you will fi nd yourself in the ‘salt city’ of Syracuse. While there, be sure to stop by the historic Landmark Theatre. It was constructed in 1927 and was the premier theater in the area for much of the 1930s and1940s.

Experience the heart of historic Central New York when you visit the city of Rome, where the original groundbreaking of the Erie Canal took place in 1817. Visit the Canal Museum in the Erie Canal Village located just west of the city, and see what traveling the canal was like back in the 19th century. For another historical outing, head to Fort Stanwix, nicknamed 'the fort that never surrendered' because troops there fought o ff the British and other enemy armies for 21 days in 1777, protecting the northern colonies from invasion. Today, it is a national park where you can take a guided tour to soak up the landscape and history. For a night out, visit the city’s original movie house, the Rome Capitol Theatre, which has persevered in maintaining its beautiful appearance as it looked in 1939. You can catch new movies as well as old classics,

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MILLION AIR FLIGHT BRIEFING HOUSTON, TEXAS

Everything’s bigger in Texas HISTORICALLY ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT PORT CITIES IN THE US, HOUSTON HAS BLOOMED INTO A LUXURY TRAVEL DESTINATION THAT WILL TEMPT EVEN THE BUSIEST CEO INTO A DAY OFF

WHERE TO SLEEP Four Seasons set up shop in the heart of Houston’s downtown district with laid-back Texas charm and one of the most stunning suites below the Mason-Dixon line. The Penthouse Suite is the largest of Four Seasons Houston’s 12 specialty suites, fi lling nearly 2,000 sq ft of the hotel’s top fl oor. It comes with marble baths, a refrigerated bar and a spacious dining room, plus sweeping views of the city. 1300 Lamar Street +1 713 650 1300 fourseasons.com/houston

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WHERE TO EAT Da Marco is unquestionably Houston’s premier food destination. It has a menu full of Italian classics with Lone Star State portions. The 48 oz La Fiorentina porterhouse steak is an undertaking fi t for two. Yet it is the breadth of Da Marco’s wine list, culled from virtually every corner of Italy, that truly embodies the slogan ‘Everything Is Bigger in Texas’ — to put it mildly… 1520 Westheimer Road +1 713 807 8857 damarcohouston.com WHERE TO FLY Helping to keep business jetting in and out of one of the most important economic centers in the US, Million Air Houston boasts quick turn times, Mercedes crew cars and an inviting hospitality bar, all within Houston’s Hobby Airport. Visiting CEOs can use the business center and on-site concierge service, which helps visitors pick the perfect restaurant for work, play and everything in between. MILLION AIR HOUSTON (HOU) Hobby Airport 7555 Ipswich Road, Houston, TX 77061

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Bayou Bend Collection — serve as the cultural centrifuge of Houston’s Memorial Park. There is plenty to see at the MFAH, including a stunning permanent collection of Van Goghs, O’Kee ff es and Warhols, plus some exciting temporary exhibitions. For a more energetic option, schedule a tee time at the Golf Club of Houston in Humble, a short, 20-minute drive from Houston and home of the PGA Tour’s Shell Houston Open since its opening in 2003. The club’s Tournament Course will pose a challenge for even the most experienced golfer, and o ff ersa fi ne taste of Houston heritage for the history-inclined, as an array of Atakapa Indian artifacts were unearthed during the course’s construction.

Despite being the largest city in Texas and a whirring hub of America’s global economy (only New York City is home to more Fortune 500 companies), Houston is one of the country’s best-kept secrets, blending Southern hospitality with cutting-edge industry in a one-of-a-kind cultural enclave. Founded in 1836, just months after the Republic of Texas won its independence from Mexico, Houston is steeped in rich, fascinating history. Embrace its heritage at Allen’s Landing, the city’s birthplace upon which the University of Houston now sits and which is often described as ‘Houston’s heart,’ before stepping into the past with an afternoon tour of Bayou Bend, a sprawling antebellum plantation whose 28 rooms — housing the Museum of Fine Arts Houston’s (MFAH)

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Welcome

What does ‘luxury’ mean? It’s an adjective that has been used to describe everything from toothbrushes to dog toys. But what does it mean , exactly? Or, more important, what does it mean to you? Is it a grandiose suite with its own spa room and the 24/7 services of a butler? Is it feeling the wind in your hair on the spacious deck of a head-turning superyacht? Perhaps it’s that fi rst sipof a fi ne wine that you’ve been keeping in the cellar for a special occasion, or feeling the

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soft sand between your toes on a vacation with your loved ones. Whatever luxury means to you, there are some brands and companies that are well-versed in the world of luxury and truly understand how to deliver beyond gimmicks. In this issue, the second of our Leaders in Luxury special editions, we look to those very brands and delve into what makes luxury, well, luxurious. Covering the regular Elite Traveler subjects, we look at an interesting trend within each topic — Doug Gollan examines cabins to see how private jet interiors are evolving; Alexandra Cheney takes a deep dive into the fascinating world of ‘continuation cars’; Miriam Cain unveils what the next generation of yacht charterers and owners are seeking; and Roberta Naas steps back in time to look at the rich history behind some of the world’s top jewelry and watch houses. Within each feature, you’ll see a QR code which, when scanned, will take you to the relevant section on elitetraveler.com . So if Becca Hensley’s rundown of the best cruises by continent has you wanting more cruise news — or you want to go all out and board an around-the-world tour — scan the code and away you go. Or, if Alex Martin’s look behind the cellar door at the best (and rarest) whisky collections has you thirsting for more, scan the code for a delicious gulp of fi ne spirit content. Elsewhere in this issue, you’ll also fi nd our regular scheduled programming. In our Explore section, Emma Al-Mousawi waxes lyrical about the epicurean pleasures to be had at some of the world’s most magni fi cent hotels. Michelle Gross heads to Kyoto and is enchanted by the sakura. Nicola Leigh Stewart visits the newly opened Maison Proust in France and uncovers all the delightful design details that the hotel has to o ff er. And, as ever, we close out this issue with our Flight of Fancy — a magical experience sleeping in a ‘Jungle Bubble’ at Anantara Golden Triangle in Thailand.

KimAyling heads to the Canale di Pirro Valley in Puglia to check out a charming villa

Alex Martin enjoyed a private tour of Westminster Abbey ahead of King Charles III’s coronation to celebrate the release of a Scotch whisky made in his honor by Royal Salute

Irenie Forshaw speaks to Ludovic du Plessis, the CEO of Telmont Champagne — read the full interview in the next issue of Elite Traveler

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CONTENTS

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elite traveler SUMMER 2023 36 Contents 70 A udemars Piguet’s incredible craftmanship

74 The Winston Blue diamond, a rare 13.22 carat fl awless vivid blue diamond

Leaders in Luxury 4 6 Jets Thought a private jet

74 Jewelry Roberta Naas is back again in our Jewelry pages, where she explores the rich histories behindGra ff , Harry Winston, Bulgari and Chanel 80 Hotels If walls could talk, these palatial properties would tell tales of epic proportions. We share grand stories behind the world’s most glamorous hotels 8 6 Spas Spa retreats are no longer just about an hour or two of relaxation; many now o ff er completely transformative retreats — Becca Hensley highlights her top picks

90 Travel Solo travel is not a new

through South Australia to an Abu Dhabi Grand Prix bonanza 6 4 Motoring The biggest motoring brands know we must look back to move forward; Alexandra Cheney looks at those car manufacturers who are delving into the archives to create a sustainable future 70 Watches The watch industry can be a mind-boggling one. Roberta Naas cuts through the noise with her expert breakdown of four of the longest-standing and most revered Haute Horologists

Scotch is in its story. Alex Martin takes a trip back in time to discover the narratives behind some of the industry’s fi nest (and rarest) collections 102 Wine What makes a wine a coveted collectible? Price tag alone isn’t enough; Elin McCoy uncovers the recipe 10 6 Restaurants In fi ne dining, a few big names reign supreme, but from under their lead comes the next cohort of dazzling chefs. Kim Ayling speaks to four of them on this issue’s Restaurants pages

purchase started and ended with picking your make and model? Think again. In this issue, Doug Gollan examines the world of jet interiors, from Flexjet’s Bentley-inspired o ff ering to Airbus’s sprawling TwoTwenty cabin 52 Yachts A new generation of yacht owners are coming over the horizon, explains Miriam Cain, and with them come a host of new expectations 58 Cruises Becca Hensley brings you the very best cruise itineraries of the year, from a river tour

concept, but recent events have seen the sector boom — and naturally, the best tour operators have responded with meticulously designed itineraries for one. Samantha Coles looks at the best of thebest 94 Lifestyle Developments Owning a luxury home isn’t enough — now, buyers want a slice of the world’s best amenities too. Irenie Forshaw collates the best branded residence on o ff er right now 98 Spirits Liquid aside, the beauty of

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112 TopSuites Emma Al-Mousawi highlights the most coveted gourmand getaways, from a Parisian hotel with its own chocolate factory to a Mexican suite with a private chef’s kitchen 122 Destination Guide Weeks in Japan’s former capital would still hardly scratch the surface, but for those in a rush, Michelle Gross shares Kyoto’s must-see highlights, with a few hidden gems thrown in for good measure 12 6 NewHotels A lavish Belle Époque gem in Paris and Bulgari’s hotly anticipated Tokyo debut snag the top spots as our favorite new hotel openings 130 HotList This issue’s globe-spanning Hot List takes us on a whisky tour through Scotland and a pre-opening vacation at Montenegro’s Mamula Island, before zipping over to Qatar for a visit to the all-new Ra ffl es Doha’s one-of-a-kind cigar lounge 138 Property Kim Ayling takes a look at some of the fi nesthomes ono ff er, from an oceanfront mansion in Turks and Caicos to a chic San Fran pad, as well as a sublime Puglian rental 144 Flight of Fancy Finally, Anantara Golden Triangle invites guests to spend a night in one of its unique Jungle Bubbles, whicho ff er a front-row view of the resident elephants that meander past

The world’s most glamorous train journeys There’s never been a better time for the luxury-experience seeker to take to the tracks again. We round up the most glamorous trains of them all. Ferrari Purosangue: A $393k non-SUV fi t for family life Jemima Wilson test-drives the new Ferrari Purosangue — the largest car the brand has ever produced. A zip in the Dolomites proved it to be roomy, posh, practical and fast. The best hotels in Rhode Island From the palaces of the Gilded Age and the glittering debauchery of F Scott Fitzgerald to, more recently, Taylor Swift’s Fourth of July parties, Rhode Island is a vibrant tapestry of All-American history and heritage — and these are the best places to stay.

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CAMELIA PHAM

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Multiple-award-winning illustrator and art director Camelia Pham has created the stunning artwork accompanying this issue’s Flight of Fancy feature, which depicts Anantara Golden Triangle’s unique Jungle Bubble experience. Although having initially planned to work in fi nance, Hanoi-born Camelia’s clear creative talent (and eventual admittance that numbers weren’t her strong point) led her to pursue her artistic dreams and embark on a graphic design course in Italy. Now based back in Vietnam, Camelia’s creations capture almost otherworldly scenes, and are distinguished by her captivating use of color, kaleidoscopic motifs and ethereal fi gures. Camelia’s work is industry-spanning, having been featured in narrative projects and advertising assignments as well as editorial features. In her career, she has also explored di ff erent mediums and applied her signature style to moving images as an animation art director. In her personal work, Camelia seeks to capture each individual element of a scene and pull them together to create a thought-provoking visual story. folioart.co.uk pg144

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Shaun Tolson is a freelance journalist based in New England, covering the likes of golf, cocktails and whisky — the latter of which he takes a deep dive into over on page 130 with an exploration of Diageo's new and impressively exclusive private client experience via a journey across Scotland. In addition to the print and digital pages of Elite Traveler , youcan fi nd Shaun’s work in respected titles suchas Golf and Whisky Advocate . When he isn’t traveling and scouring the world for the latest luxury news, Shaun will most likely be found back home in Rhode Island cooking up a storm in the kitchen, mixing cocktails or, of course, out on the golf course fi ne-tuning his game. pg130

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EMMA AL-MOUSAWI Travel and lifestyle journalist

Having begun her luxury travel writing career with Elite Traveler during the throes of the pandemic, in 2022, Emma Al-Mousawi fl ewthe ET nest to, well, travel. Since then, she’s visited some of the world’s most amazing destinations, from exploring bustling riads of Marrakech and sampling the tastes of Vietnam to experiencing the Mayan ruins of Guatemala and watching WWE in Mexico City, as well as a trip or two back to her homeland of Scotland, of course. During her travels, Emma has acquired a special level of expertise for both fi ne dining and luxury hotels — in this issue, she combines the two with an in-depth look at some of the best hotels that have become culinary destinations in their own right, including a Parisian hotel with its own chocolate factory and a lavish suite in Mexico complete with a private wine cellar. After all, as Emma so truthfully pens, “gastronomy and getaways go hand in hand.” pg112

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Back in the 1950s, Cunard popularized the saying “getting there is half the fun” as an advertising slogan in an attempt to fend o ff competition from passenger airplanes, which were increasingly cutting into Cunard’s share of wealthy travelers on its lucrative transatlantic routes. Airlines have come a long way since then. Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Etihad, and now Lufthansa and Swiss are installing walled suites for fi rst-class passengers in place of the previous generation of fl at-bed pods on their long-haul widebody jets. Private aviation, however, isn’t

standing still. Manufacturers and fl ight providers are putting an emphasis on comfort, choice, space and customization. From the private jets that fl y 16hours nonstop to ones that o ff er more headroom, VIP Airliners and down to small jets, we give you a bird’s-eye view of the latest trends in private jet interiors. Whether your mission is business, pleasure or a bit of both, we think you will agree with this next generation of private jets, getting there is at least two-thirds of the fun, perhaps even more.

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This image and below Bombardier’s Global 8000; the executive cabin

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If your private jet is meant to be a fl yingo ffi ce, Bombardier has just the thing. Its executive cabin for the Global 7500 and Global 8000 is targeting corporations and private customers who fl ywith larger groups of passengers and need enough space for everyone to gather for meetings in the same zone. There’s more table space for spreading out documents and large design presentations — perfect for executives who need to review big and complicated projects. An ultra-large credenza o ff ers an integrated fl ip-up monitor. The four Nuage cubes can be moved between the three passenger zones to create extra seating dynamically. They also double as stools or small tables. And you’ll arrive ready to win the deal — the Soleil circadian-based lighting system helps combat jet lag. bombardier.com

VOLATO You don’t need to have a big jet to enjoy extra amenities that make a di ff erence. Take Volato, for example. The American fractional operator launched in 2021 by presenting the popular HondaJet with four seats in the cabin instead of fi ve. In place of the extra seat, Volato o ff ers fl yersa full galley. You have enough space to separate cold beverages from cubed ice, more room for snacks and catering, andaco ff ee brewing system. The airplane is favored as a workhouse for executives who need to visit multiple locations in a single day. The larger galley means being able to ensure you can dine in comfort even while you are on the fl y. Already one of the largest operators of the very light jet, Volato ordered 25 more last year. fl yvolato.com

Clockwise The popular HondaJet; inside the very light jet

From left to right Jet Edge Gulfstream G450 interior; VistaJet’s recognizable red stripes

VISTAJET VistaJet’s fl eet of silver Bombardier Challenger and Global private jets have a distinctive ramp presence with their red stripes. For those in the know, they hint at the luxury travel experience awaiting members of its program and VJ25 fl ight members to enjoy when they step on board. Think: exclusive catering from Nobu Matsuhisa, of Michelin-starred Nobu and Matsuhisa. Now, VistaJet is giving a makeover to the Jet Edge and Air Hamburg fl eets it gained last year when it acquired the two blue-chip operators. The fi rst Jet Edge Gulfstream G450 interior has been completed, with an Air Hamburg Dassault Falcon 7X on its way. The multimillion-dollar investments will bring the cabins up to the same high standards that VistaJet fl yers have come to expect, with subdued tones accented with sparks of color. And, of course, cabin attendants are already delivering VistaJet’s famous service, which includes British Butler Institute training. vistajet.com

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Sometimes, you want more than even the best business jets currently on the market can provide. Enter the spacious ACJ TwoTwenty from Airbus Corporate Jets. It joins the ACJ family, which includes the ACJneo, ACJ300neo and ACJ350. A conversion of the popular Airbus A220-100 that has become a hit with the airlines, the private version gives you nearly 800 sq ft of fl oor space and up to six distinct zones. The cabin is 6 ft, 6 in in height and 10 ft, 8 in width, and over 78 ft in length. It o ff ers a nonstop range of 12 hours, just enough to fl y to your superyacht or next takeover target. You can choose thecon fi guration that best suits your needs, from a business lounge, conference room, club room, executive lounge, dining room, private cinema, various bedroom options — even your own shower in the en-suite master bathroom. The Airbus ACJ TwoTwenty private version accommodates just 18 guests versus 125 in the airline version. Still, that’s more than virtually any standard private jet. The good news is, it will be available on the charter market through Comlux in case you want to take a test fl ight before youbuy. airbus.com

Right from top ACJ TwoTwenty has almost 800 sq ft of fl oor space Below fl yExclusive has an in-house facility to refurbish and maintain cabin interiors

FLYEXCLUSIVE Kinston, North Carolina-based fl yExclusive has developed a novel way to keep the interiors of its hardworking fl eet of private jets looking like new. The fl oating fl eet charter operator built a dedicated refurbishment hangar — in the state-of-the-art facility, cabins are stripped. After removing seats, tables, carpets and sidewalls, artisan tanners and seamstresses go to work. In some instances, items are restored or re fi nished; in other cases, they are reupholstered or replaced with new materials before reinstalling. fl yExclusive has also been testing new materials and fi nishes designed to better withstand the wear and tear of running multiple fl ights per day. Out are those shiny laminates that scratch easily, and in are more matte fi nishes that tend to hold up better. By having an in-house facility, the operator can also make minor repairs overnight. The vertical integration also means higher reliability, with aircraft returning to service faster. That’s something more important as its fl eet of Cessna light, midsize and super midsize and Gulfstream large cabin jets near the century mark. fl yexclusive.com

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DASSAULT FALCON If you want a private jet with a bit more headroom and elbow space, put the Dassault Falcon 10X on your shopping list. Expected to enter service in 2025, the future fl agship of the fl eetwill o ff er a cabin height of 6 ft, 8 in, and a width spanning 9 ft, 1 in. Corporate Jet Investor describes the new jet as o ff ering “the biggest and most comfortable cabin on the market and greater modularity than any other aircraft in its class, with features 38 windows, 50% larger than those of the Falcon 8X, allowing plenty of light. What to do with all that space? How about a full queen-size bed and a stand-up shower? Not a bad idea since youcan fl y nonstop from Hong Kong to New York or Los Angeles to Sydney. dassaultfalcon.com a selection of multiple interior con fi gurations.” A new fuselage

Manufacturers and fl ight providers are putting an emphasis on comfort, choice, space and customization

Left from top The Dassault Falcon 10X will have a 6-ft, 8-in cabin height Below Flexjet’s Bacalar-inspired interiors (and exteriors) are limited to a single Flexjet Gulfstream G650 and a Flexjet Sikorsky S-76 helicopter

FLEXJET Flexjet has been an innovator in ending the plain private plane. In 2015 it rid its cabins of the typical private jet gray and beige, and introduced Red Label by Flexjet. In addition to dedicating fl ight crews to speci fi c aircraft, much like you would have if you owned the whole thing, its LXi Cabin Collection features over 30 custom interiors, each using “hand-sewn premium leathers, exotic woods, masterful metalwork, and tailored textiles.” The latest edition is via a collaboration with Bentley Motors Limited. It was driven by no less than Flexjet’s chairman, Kenn Ricci — and his experience as a longtime owner. That “led him to consider how bespoke personalization could be applied to his own industry,” according to the carmaker. The result is Bacalar-inspired interiors (and exteriors) that are limited to a single Flexjet Gulfstream G650 and a Flexjet Sikorsky S-76 helicopter. You can tell these special birds by their exterior silver-green chameleon paint. The same 5,000-year-old reclaimed river wood that forms the handcrafted veneer of the Bacalar inspired the matching wood veneers you’ll notice when you step inside. Satin Bacalar Bronze fi ttings and a diamond-carved carpet are typical of the customization found on fully owned aircraft. The copperhead shape and basket weave stitching on the linen and beluga leather trim are unique to this pair of aircraft. fl exjet.com