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Los Cabos, Hawaii, St. Barts, and Jamaica all have their share of five-star resorts and private airports. What better combination than a private jet and island hideaway for an idyllic travel experience?
Aviation firms JSX, Aero, XO, and others have developed partnerships with select luxury hotels to create bespoke private-flight experiences for anyone wanting to take a late-spring or early-summer getaway. Most are private charters for couples or families, and some offer semi-private flights with strangers to the destination. One is a float plane that drops guests off at the resort.
The benefits of this type of package include not having to coordinate all the logistics of the air trip and on-the-ground transport as well as avoiding commercial terminals. It’s the most seamless, secure way to travel.
Here are eight of our favorite warm-weather resorts that have partnerships with private aviation firms.
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Le Barthelemy Hotel & Spa
Image Credit: Laurent Benoit White sand beaches, candy-colored sunsets, and cerulean water are just a few of the things to look forward to on a trip to Le Barthelemy Hotel & Spa. Located on the Caribbean island of St. Barts, the resort offers an Ultimate Escapism package that includes private jet services via Tradewind Aviation. The combination includes air transport from the U.S., a stay in an Ocean Lux Piscine Privée suite (with a private plunge pool), a sunset cruise on a private yacht, and door-to-door transfers from the airport to the hotel. Onsite, guests can indulge in La Mer treatments at Le Spa.
Starting price for the Ultimate Escapism begins at $22,800, based on double occupancy and round-trip private flights for two from the U.S. to St. Barts.
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Four Seasons Hawaii
Image Credit: Four Seasons With its pristine beaches and marine wildlife, Hawaii is an all-season travel destination. Four Seasons Hawaii has crafted the ultimate four-island journey, including a private jet charter with VistaJet to let visitors experience all the beauty of the different islands. Guests will stay at Four Seasons Resort Oahu, Four Seasons Resort Maui, Four Seasons Resort Lanai, and Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. All resorts will have experiences that can be curated to your personal preferences.
Prices start at $227,000 per person.
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Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort
Image Credit: Rosewood Resort Arriving by private jet to Las Ventanas and staying in the ultra-luxe Las Ventanas al Paraíso is easy, thanks to a partnership with Jet and More. The flight will include custom onboard amenities, plane-side immigration, and zero lines. Each aircraft seats eight to 10 passengers, allowing guests to book a private or semi-private charter flight. Upon arrival, you’ll stay in one of the resort’s premium accommodations, which includes the 28,000-square-foot Ty Warner Mansion. The Rosewood property is renowned for its staff, including pool butlers and a Director of Romance.
Price available upon request.
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Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
Image Credit: Nobu Las Cabos As part of a partnership with JSX, Nobu Hotel Los Cabos is easier than ever to reach in one quick hop. Located on the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula, Nobu Hotel is known for its crystal-clear blue waters, lavish guest rooms, private cabanas, and variety of bars and dining, including, of course, a Nobu restaurant on the beach. The semi-private flights are offered from Dallas or Los Angeles. As part of the experience, guests receive a complimentary room upgrade and access to an exclusive terminal with private customs.
Pricing varies based on the dates. JSX flights start at around $500 per person.
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La Quinta Resort & Club, Palm Springs
With verdant gardens, a 23,000-square-foot spa, and 45 lush acres, La Quinta Resort & Club is a serene desert hideaway in Palm Springs, California. The resort has partnered with Sun Air to accommodate guests looking to travel by private jet. By booking through the property, guests receive a discount on the flights, an accommodation upgrade, and a resort credit.
Rates start at $15,000.
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Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
Image Credit: Waldorf Astoria Located on 24 acres on Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula, Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal offers exceptional sunsets over the Pacific, rooms with private plunge pools, an award-winning spa, and plenty of space for R+R. To elevate the experience, the resort has partnered with Aero to offer guests the opportunity to fly semi-private. Each flight is aboard Aero’s 16-seat jets, which offer exclusive lounge access, excellent cuisine options, and non-stop flights from Los Angeles and Dallas. Aero also offers full charter bookings on their ERJ-135 or Embraer Legacy 600 jets.
Starting rates for the property are $1,600 per night; flights start at $1,150 per person.
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Islamorada Resort Collection
Image Credit: Islamorada Resort Collection For a destination a little closer to the East Coast, Islamorada Resort Collection in the Florida Keys makes a wonderful weekend escape. Thanks to partnerships with Miami Seaplanes, guests can fly directly to the resort from Miami. The resort also offers guests the opportunity to book private charters for a day trip to Key West or around the beautiful Upper Keys. Fishing and boating excursions, beachside yoga, snorkeling, and scuba diving are all daily activities.
Prices vary, based on experience.
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The Tryall Club, Jamaica
Image Credit: Tryall Club This luxury private golf club in Montego Bay, Jamaica, is home to 93 villas, including 74 in the rental pool for guests. Each has a dedicated staff including a butler, chef, and gardener. During your stay at the Tryall Club, guests can play the award-winning golf course, go sportfishing, bamboo rafting, or take ATV safaris. The resort has partnered with XO to offer private-jet services. There are also options for privately chartered flights or shared flights.
Charters start between $7,500 for a light jet and $14,844 for a heavy jet for one-way flights.
