American Express Travel Offers a One-of-a-Kind Around-The-World Private Jet Journey
Ultra-Luxe Five-Continent, 24-Day Adventure Available Exclusively for Cardmembers with a Price of $97,970 Per Person
“Around the World in 80 Days…” Who has that kind of time? American Express Travel has a unique proposition exclusively for American Express Cardmembers: Five continents and eight unique cultures, from the volcanoes on Easter Island to the Great Pyramid of Giza…in one luxurious 24-day unforgettable adventure.
American Express Travel has partnered with luxury travel provider Abercrombie & Kent, to develop an itinerary filled with spectacular destinations and unique experiences resulting in an inspiring and magical journey unlike any other. The aircraft, which is a specially reconfigured 200-passenger Boeing 757 transformed into a private jet for 52 passengers, will take off from Los Angeles and head west, circling the globe until landing in New York. Along the way, travelers will experience five-star hotels, gourmet dining and privileged access to museums, events, local experts, and private tours. On board, travelers will receive impeccable, high-touch service from a 13-member crew, including a chef and seven flight attendants. The price? $97,970 per person.
Throughout the trip, travelers will be treated like royalty and will be able to customize their experience with options such as a traditional feast at the home of a distinguished native on Easter Island, afternoon tea at the Burj Al Arab, Dubai’s most recognizable landmark or even a private flamenco performance in Seville.
Itinerary highlights include:
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Easter Island: Explore the Rano Kau volcanoes followed by an authentic umu dinner at the home of a native Rapanui.
Apia, Samoa: Discover sacred burial grounds of the Samoan Royal Family, then luxuriate in a Samoa Fofo massage at your hotel’s renowned spa.
Sydney, Australia: Take a behind-the-scenes tour of Taronga Park Zoo. Unwind in a private harbor cruise to a nearby island for a barbecue lunch. |
Jaipur, India: Watch an elephant polo match followed by dinner fit for a maharajah.
Dubai, UAE: Relax at the private Dubai Polo Club and have high tea at the landmark Burj Al Arab hotel.
Cairo, Egypt: Ride a camel caravan out into the desert on the Giza plateau, in sight of the pyramids, for a romantic dinner Arabian style.
Seville, Spain: Enjoy a pulsating flamenco performance by gypsy artists. |
The trip, scheduled for January 20 - February 13, 2009, is available exclusively to American Express Cardmembers and serves as an example of the enriching, unique vacation experiences that American Express makes available to its customers.
American Express Platinum and Centurion Cardmembers can book this once-in-a-lifetime experience by calling the number on the back of their card. All other American Express Cardmembers can book by calling 877-297-6685.
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