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Is Flying Privately Worth It?

Most articles that discuss the pros and cons of flying privately, as opposed to commercially, tend to focus only on the cost. While the dollar amount is definitely not to be ignored, there is another consideration that can be just...

Wheels Up Acquires Delta Private Jets
Private aviation company Wheels Up has been on an acquisition spree over the last year, as it expands and scales up. Last week it acquired the private jet arm of Delta Air Lines, and Delta…
2019 New Business Jet Sales Forecasts
With the latest jet sales forecasts released, it’s time for our annual summary of the state of the business jet industry. The articles compares the forecasts from Honeywell, Jetcraft and JETNET iQ.
2019 Year End Holiday Jet Card Offers
As the year draws to a close, there are some interesting special deals available from several jet card companies. Here are some of this year’s offers.

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Destination Clubs

Update on Inspirato Pass Program

Last year, luxury destination club Inspirato launched a new one-of-a-kind program – Inspirato Pass. The monthly subscription program offers unlimited access to all sorts of membership benefits, including exclusive vacation properties, hotel rooms, and custom travel experiences. SherpaReport checked in with Inspirato for an update on Inspirato Pass and to...

New Homes in Hawaii and the Caribbean for Equity Residences
Equity Residences continues to add new residences in popular beach destinations in both Hawaii and the Caribbean. Managing Director Greg Salley told us about the two newest acquisitions in Providenciales…
Equity Estates Launches Fourth Luxury Vacation Home Fund
To continue the momentum from Equity Estates Funds I, II, and III, CEO and Founder, Philip Mekelburg announced the launch of Equity Estates Fund IV, an alternative investment that buys…
Equity Residences Expands Portfolio With Home in USVI
Equity Residences’ Equity Platinum Fund continues to grow their vacation home portfolio with their latest residence on St John in the US Virgin Islands.

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Jet Cards

2019 Year End Holiday Jet Card Offers

As the year draws to a close, there are some interesting special deals available from several jet card companies. Here are some of this year’s offers.

Air Partner Launches Fixed Hourly Rate Trans-Atlantic Jet Card
Air Partner jet card holders have always been able to use their US card balance for flights in Europe, and European card holders can use their cards in the North…
Aircraft Sourcing for Jet Card Companies
The choice of providers for aircraft and crew can make or break the reputation of a jet card company. We spoke with four major jet card firms, all of whom…
The Alternatives to Private Jet Cards
Jet cards have been getting a lot of press lately, and with good reason. For the right type of flyer, they can save both money and time. But a private…

Fractional Jets

Fractional Ownership of a Midsize Jet

Several aviation providers offer fractional programs for midsize jets with a couple of specific models proving most popular. This article gives an overview and comparison of the programs.

Deciding Between Fractional Ownership of an Aircraft or Leasing
Many of the large fractional jet providers also offer a leasing option. Which one is better for you depends on personal circumstances including investment plans and actual travel needs. SherpaReport…
Deciding between Fractional Aircraft vs Whole Ownership of a Plane
If you're weighing up whether to buy your own private aircraft or whether to buy a fraction, the simplest advice you'll hear is how much do you fly? But this…
Overview of Fractional Shares in Light Jets
There are several providers of fractional light jet programs and between them these providers offer a variety of aircraft. Here's an overview and comparison of some of the key aspects of…

Whole Aircraft Ownership

Tax Changes Impacting Aircraft Purchasers

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Trump’s Tax Reform Act) was passed in December of 2017 and includes some significant changes that impact anyone buying a plane.

How To Select A Broker to Help Sell Your Jet Aircraft
It always amazes me just how many people are caught out when they make the decision to sell their aircraft, but when you look at the array of specialists offering…
Seven Mistakes When Buying An Aircraft
Acquiring your own aircraft takes some thought and planning. If you know what you’re doing and have a good team to help you, the process can go fairly smoothly. But…
The Market Factors That Affect Aircraft Demand
Numerous factors affect the market for used business jets. This article reviews some of the major drivers and explains how they are affecting the current market.

Details: Category: Fractional Home News; Published: 02 December 2014

One of the newest fractional properties available is the Grand Casia Rubia, located in Puerto Escondido on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Boasting 6 bedrooms, 4 that are oceanfront, and 7 bathrooms along with professional staff, this oceanfront residence will have a total of just 13 owners.

Details: Category: Fractional Home News; Published: 29 July 2014

Elite Alliance, an exchange provider that works with residence clubs and professionally-managed vacation homes, has just announced a partnership with Utopian luxury vacation homes. The partnership will offer exchange opportunties and discounted rates at Utopian's properties to Elite Alliance members. In addition, Elite Alliance will serve as the exclusive exchange provider for Utopian's homeowners.

Details: Category: Fractional Home News; Written by Nick Copley; Published: 10 October 2013

Luxury home exchange company, 3RDHOME enables second home owners to exchange time in their home for stays at premier luxury destinations worldwide. They have added over 20 developments and fractional residence clubs to their affiliate offerings for members.

Details: Category: Fractional Home News; Written by Nick Copley; Published: 29 March 2013

Founded by Wade Shealy in 2010, this new luxury home exchange company offers second homeowners the chance to trade time in their own home for vacations around the world. In just two years it claims to have saved its members over $10 million in rental fees.