Stay Organized While Traveling

When you’re traveling it’s hard to always stay organized, especially in your hotel room and even more so if it’s a small room. Sky Limo air Charter, your private aviation company, wants to share with you a great traveling tip. A great advice to help you find things easily and say organized is to bring with you an over-the-door shoe organizer. As soon as you start settling in, that’s the first thing you should unpack. Place it over the bathroom and many of the things you unpack later will ft right in. Think toiletries like q-tips, cotton swabs, makeup remover, aspiring, bobby pins, hair brush, gel anything almost can right into the little individualized plastic compartments. It keeps everything dry and easy to find, literally at your fingertips. The concierge staff at Sky Limo Air Charter hopes this traveling tip makes a difference on your next trip.

Point That Laser Elsewhere, Please

Have you ever played with those tiny little lasers that are so much fun to point against a wall? Well according to CNN.com a spike in the incidence of people pointing lasers into the cockpits of planes has the Federal Aviation Administration worried and encouraging public vigilance. This might sound like a silly problem but nevertheless it's a problem and a serious one at that according to FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt. These tiny lasers are dangerous because they can distract a pilot or even temporarily blind the pilot when he/she is attempting to land or take off. There are 2,200 instances that have been reported due to these lasers according to CNN.com. Pointing a laser in an airplane cockpit is a federal crime. A Rhode Island man was arrested on two counts of shining the tiny laser into a Continental Airlines flight. He faces 20 years in jail and a $250,000 fine. If you want the best in air travel without laser pointing incidents then you should book a private aircraft. With Sky Limo Air Charter you'll get a restful flight full of perks like legroom, a spacious stylish cabin, gourmet food on board and more. With Sky Limo's jet concierge services you'll have a great flight and you'll enjoy every minute of it.

Sky Limo on National Business Aviation Association for Toys for Tots Campaign

NBAA reported this week that Sky Limo collected over $5,000 in Toys for Tots donations for needy children in South Florida and “flew” the toys on Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11 in a Sabre 60 business jet. High-speed cruise for both flights was estimated at two to three knots.

“We ‘flew’ the airplane in two big holiday water parades here in South Florida,” said Damian Lopez, Sky Limo Director of Business Development. “Our Sabre 60 jet was mounted on a barge on the Intracoastal Waterway for participation in both the Seminole Hardrock Winterfest Boat Parade and the Pompano Boat Parade.” The company arrayed thousands of unwrapped toys beneath the airplane during the parades, much to the delight of more than one million children and adults watching live and on TV broadcasts.

Sky Limo, an air charter company based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, has contributed to numerous local charities in south Florida since its founding in 1998, and this year’s Toys for Tots effort will help cheer more than 100,000 underprivileged children in south Florida. The mission of Toys for Tots is to provide hope for less fortunate children and encourage them to become responsible, productive and patriotic citizens.

“We’re always looking to further immerse ourselves in the community,’” said Sky Limo owner Tom Conlan, “and this was a unique opportunity to do just that.”

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For more on the National Business Aviation Association article, click here: http://www.nbaa.org/news/2010/20101227-toys-for-tots.php

Passenger Trouble

Flying through regular airlines is always full of surprises. According to findings from CNN.com, a man prompted a Continental Airlines flight to make an unscheduled stop in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Seems like flight number 1576 was on its way to Houston, Texas from San Jose, California when a passenger's disruptive behavior forced the flight crew to divert the plane to Albuquerque International Sunport. The man was detained at Albuquerque where he was faced with questioning. Seems like no one on the plane was hurt and there weren’t any ties to terrorism said FBI spokesman Frank Fisher. You hear of stories like this one every day but have you ever heard of a private aircraft being re-routed back or forced to land somewhere other than its final destination? This is why you should book your next flight with Sky Limo Air Charter. Get the best experience in air travel by booking a private jet flight. You won’t have to deal with any of the typical hassles of flying commercial or with disruptive behavior. Sky Limo has an extensive fleet of private aircrafts all different in size, in case you need to travel with friends or coworkers. Fly without disruption, fly Sky Limo Air Charter.

Locking your price

According to an article from CNN.com customers can now choose to hold a ticket for 72-hours up to seven days, with fees starting at $5 for a 72-hour lock-in period and $9 for the seven-day option. Continental Airlines introduced and called this the FareLock. This basically gives clients the option to hold their tickets but not the obligation to buy. Continental Airlines wants to give their clients more options when booking through them. "This new option is another way that Continental is giving our customers more choices and more control over their travel experience" said Chris Amenechi, managing director of merchandising. Seems like this can be an interesting option but the airline is charging for it. Is this really a way to give clients more options or simply a clever way to make more money of them? Baggage fees already brought in $2.5 billion for U.S. airlines this year alone! And in case you were wondering, the FareLock fees are nonrefundable. You want more options, than book a private air charter such as Sky Limo Air Charter. By doing so you can make your own schedule and not deal with delays. You can bring all the baggage you want and don’t expect to be charged for it.

Reclining Your Seat

We all like to be as comfortable as possible when flying, but what happens when the person sitting in front of you decides to reline his seat? You, of course, feel much less comfortable and even a little cramped. Reclining your seat, a privilege or a right? According to Lizzie Post in an article from CNN.com she says “It's not a right; it's not a privilege; it's a function of the seat that you purchase”. She also added that she wishes that airlines would simply remove the reclining option because it's so annoying for the people sitting behind the recliners. So, what is the reclining etiquette? Should you recline your seat for the entire flight, or be courteous and recline it just for a little while? Unfortunately, whether you like it or not, the seats recline exactly for that purpose, so if you're uncomfortable than maybe a private aircraft would be something to consider. Book your private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter, no long lines at the airport, no multiple security screenings and lots and lots of leg room and space. By flying with a private air charter you won't have to deal with seats backed up in your lap. No reclining worries, no hassles, no problems, that's if you fly with Sky Limo.

Sky Limo Rides the Intracoastal in the Winterfest Boat Parade 2010

Full-service aviation company, Sky Limo Air Charter, collects more than 500 toys for Toys for Tots Campaign




After months of preparation, Sky Limo made its mark during this year’s Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade. The float, which was the brainchild of Sky Limo’s Tom Conlan, featured a 48-foot long, 8-passenger, twin-engine Sabre 60 jet aircraft that was mounted onto a barge. The Frank Sinatra inspired “Fly Me to the Moon” theme was complete with a lunar moon backdrop, dancing flight attendants, black-tie businessmen and a Frank Sinatra impersonator with a deejay playing his music.

“Taking part in this year’s Winterfest Boat Parade was an easy decision,” Conlan said. “We wanted to do something that [to our knowledge] has never been done before, while at the same time encouraging a family atmosphere amongst our employees. This was a project everyone here could have some fun with, as well as be able to celebrate the holiday season while doing something special for the community.”

Being involved in charity, and the community in general, is important to Sky Limo, which is why the company decided to launch a cooperative effort with the United States Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” campaign. With their Winterfest entry this year, Sky Limo mounted the aircraft a few feet up in the air, leaving an open area directly beneath the aircraft. Sky Limo, its employees and members of the community donated thousands of dollars worth of unwrapped toys, including bicycles, for “Toys for Tots.”



The mission of the Sky Limo Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys, and distribute those toys as gifts to needy children in the community. The primary goal is to deliver a message of hope to less fortunate children that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.
“Sky Limo is a company that is always looking to further immerse itself in the community where its employees work and live,” said Conlan. “And we strongly feel that this was a unique opportunity to do exactly that.”

About Sky Limo:
Founded in 1998, Sky Limo Corporation is a full service aviation company that provides air charter, aircraft management, aircraft maintenance, whole and fractional aircraft sales. Sky Limo is located at the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, in Florida with offices in Orlando, Sarasota, and St. Petersburg/Tampa. For more information, please visit www.skylimoaircharter.com

Choosing a Seat on a Plane

So, you're going on vacation and you have to book your flight. Have you thought about where you'd like to sit? Some people are willing to pay extra to get a little more leg room or to sit in a less noisy area. Did you know that airlines charge “selection” fees for special requests? If you're looking to sit in front of the plane to maybe get that extra leg room, expect to pay extra for that. This is called “unbundling” and airlines will charge you for special requests. Generally, the best place to sit in a plane is the front. This is especially an advantage if you tend to get air sick because the plane is more stable towards the front and you're bothered less by the bathroom sounds. By flying on a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter, you won’t have to deal with any of the typical hassles of flying or choosing a special seat. By taking a private aircraft, you'll have all the space and privacy you need to enjoy a relaxing flight. So make the right decision and instead of having to choose a good seat, simply choose Sky Limo.

Sky Limo Fly’s on the Intracoastal at Winterfest Boat Parade 2010

Full-service aviation company located in Ft Lauderdale collects more than 500 toys for Toys for Tots Campaign this holiday season.



After months of preparation, Sky Limo made an entrance like no other during this year’s Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade. The float, which was the brainchild of Sky Limo’s Tom Conlan, featured a 48-foot long, 8-passenger, twin-engine Sabre 60 jet aircraft that was mounted onto a barge. The Frank Sinatra inspired “Fly Me to the Moon” theme was complete with a lunar moon backdrop, dancing flight attendants, black-tie businessmen and a Frank Sinatra impersonator with a deejay playing his music along with flickering lights in the jet.

“We wanted to do something novel, while at the same time encouraging a family atmosphere amongst our employees. This was a project everyone here could have some fun with, as well as be able to celebrate the holiday season while doing something special for the community.” said Sky Limo CEO, Tom Conlan.

Stay connected on Twitter @SkyLimoNews, watch Sky Limo on YouTube and please comment on our blog if you have any questions!

Things airlines Don't Want To Tell You

You have been granted time off from work and you are excited to go on vacation. You choose a destination and book your flight, things could not be better. When you get to the airport, things don't go as smooth as you had hoped for. You are told that your bag exceeds the weight limit allowed and you have to pay extra. The non-stop flight you booked has been changed with no warning and you now have a layover. Also seems like the air might not be so clean. Based on an article from MSN.com the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating whether the fumes that circulate in airplanes cabins are potentially harmful. Wow, suddenly your excitement level went from very high to very low. You shouldn't be going through all these stresses when travelling. Instead you should be treated like royalty and your travelling experience should be a great one. Well, if this sounds like the kind of travel you are looking for, then make sure to call Sky Limo’s private aviation representatives today, they will offer you the very best in the friendly skies. By booking a private jet you can also make up your own schedule and not deal with delays or missing your flight due to layovers. You can bring all the baggage you want and you won’t be expected to be pay for it. Sounds nice doesn't it? Choose SkyLimo private air charter. You won't regret it.

Sky Limo Sabre Jet Lands on Winterfest Boat Parade

Don’t miss Sky Limo making aviation history at tonight’s Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade! Here’s a short video of the 48-foot long, 8-passenger, twin-engine Sabre 60 jet aircraft being lifted by crane onto the barge.

Come by any time until 5:30 p.m. to donate a toy for Toys For Tots and take a picture with the float and for live updates from the Boat Parade, follow us on Twitter!

Sky Limo Jet Makes Intracoastal Landing in Winterfest Boat Parade

Making aviation waves, Sky Limo Air Charter reports it will make its first Intracoastal “landing” this weekend in Florida’s 39^th annual Winterfest Boat Parade expected to attract one million attendees. Earlier this week, the Florida-based full service aviation company made headline news as it spent hours traveling through Fort Lauderdale by police escort preparing to make its landing in this year’s Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade.

The 48-foot long, 8-passenger, twin-engine Sabre 60 jet aircraft was sought after by Sky Limo’s Tom Conlan, when he thought of a Frank Sinatra inspired “Fly Me to the Moon” theme for this year’s parade.

“With a little help from our friends at World Jet, along with the jet and lunar backdrop, the completed float will have dancing flight attendants, black-tie businessmen and a Frank Sinatra impersonator with a deejay playing his music,” said Conlan, president and owner of Sky Limo Corporation.

“Taking part in this year’s Winterfest Boat Parade was an easy decision,” Conlan continued. “We wanted to do something that [to our knowledge] has never been done before, while at the same time encouraging a family atmosphere amongst our employees. This was a project everyone here could have some fun with, as well as be able to celebrate the holiday season while doing something special for the community.”

Being involved in charity, and the community in general, is important to Sky Limo, which is why the company decided to launch a cooperative effort with the United States Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” campaign. For its Winterfest entry this year, Sky Limo is mounting the aircraft a few feet up in the air, leaving an open area to be filled with donated toys directly beneath the aircraft. The goal is to launch a “Toys for Tots” collection site at the launch location for Saturday’s Winterfest Parade.

“Sky Limo is a company that is always looking to further immerse itself in the community where its employees work and live,” said Conlan. “And we strongly feel that this is a unique opportunity to do exactly that.”

Spectators can view the Winterfest Boat Parade along Fort Lauderdale’s Riverwalk starting at 6 p.m. on December 11, 2010.

Florida’s Sky Limo and Toys for Tots Holiday Campaign Gives Back

The first aircraft joins the Winterfest Boat Parade with a purpose. Being involved in the community is important to Sky Limo, and that is why it is launching a cooperative effort with the United States Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" campaign.

Sky Limo Air Charter is ready to make its mark during this year's Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade by mounting a 48-foot long, 8-passenger, twin-engine Sabre 60 airjet on a barge. There will be a little extra room on the float - just enough space to fill with donated toys. Sky Limo's ultimate goal is to help "Toys for Tots" by setting up a collection site at the launch location for Saturday's event.

Please join Sky Limo and The United States Marine Corps this Saturday to help make this Holiday Season the best one yet for our community's children!

Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010

9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

On the New River, West side of the 3rd Avenue Bridge

Near the Downtowner

Planes, Cranes and Sky Limo in the News with Winterfest Boat Parade

Sky Limo will be the first aircraft ever to participate in the Winterfest Boat Parade on Saturday. A 48-foot long, ten-passenger, twin-engine Sabre 60 jet aircraft, with a 44-foot wingspan was lifted by crane, transported through the streets of Fort Lauderdale, and placed onto a barge where it will be dropped into the Intracoastal for Saturday's festivities.

The unorthodox float drew plenty of South Florida media coverage: reporters from the Miami Herald, South Florida Sun-Sentinel, WFOR CBS 4, WPLG Local 10, and WSVN 7News have been closely watching the events leading up to the parade's 6:30 p.m. Saturday kickoff, dubbed "the greatest show on H2O."

The jet will be themed "Fly Me to the Moon" and will also serve as a collection site for the United States Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" campaign.

"We think that would be an exciting part of the program (to) have everybody come down and bring a toy," says Sky Limo owner Tom Conlan. "We are going to try and fill the whole front of the barge with toys."

Has TSA Gone Too Far?

Following the 9/11 terror attacks we all want to make sure that the airports are taking the necessary precautions to make us all feel safer. Now the TSA introduced body scanners which will x-ray your entire body, exposing everything. We are not even sure what the repercussions of going through these scanners are going to be over time. When you fly on a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter, you won’t be exposed to any of those x-ray scanners. You will have the luxury of being treated like a king and while in the air our world-class jet concierge services will make sure that you have the best flight possible. Not only will you get VIP treatment, you’ll also get help with hotel reservations and car rentals. Now we are not saying that the TSA is wrong for doing what they are doing, but has all of this gone a little too far? Not only do we have to wait long lines and take off our shoes and have our personal things inspected but now we have to be subjected to either groping or going through scanners. Avoid the long lines, screenings, x-rays, the groping and hidden fees, call one of our Sky Limo private aviation representatives today and book a great trip, you won't regret it!

Thanks Sky Limo

I wanted to fly on a specific date so I can make it to a business meeting in Denver but be back on time for my daughter’s birthday party in Los Angeles.
It was impossible to get a first class flight on a commercial airline so I had some assistance in contacting Sky Limo. I ended up booking an air charter on one of their fancy private planes so I can be super work partner and super dad at the same time.
My flight was really great. So much space on the plane, what a difference between flying solo and flying with tons of people on the plane. So quiet, no people talking, no babies crying I even got some work done and prepared for my meeting. The airport experience was also calm, no multiple security screenings, no waiting line, checking in, it was fast and painless.
On board I learned Sky Limo had concierge services. They can help with reserving hotel rooms, car rentals and tickets for special shows. They also provide gourmet food onboard that delicious.
Thanks Sky Limo for helping me make it back in time for my daughter’s birthday.

The secret is out

For those who don't watch the news, you have a second chance at seeing what we are up to for this years Boat Parade.

http://www.wsvn.com/news/articles/local/21002872852672/

http://www.justnews.com/video/25943276/index.html

Don't miss this years Seminole Hardrock Winterfest Boat Parade on Sat. Dec. 6th at 6 p.m..

Maine and Tourism

Maine is sectioned off into eight distinct tourism regions, each offering unique activities, events and accommodations to be explored and experienced fully by eager visitors. There are about 6,000 lakes, 32,000 miles of rivers, 5,000 miles of coast and 17 million acres of forestland. So visiting Maine onboard Sky Limo Air Charter’s private jets is definitely worth the VIP trip. The journey will begin in the bright blue skies, where you’ll have plenty of legroom and a world-class jet concierge staff to help with anything you need. All you have to do is ask.

A little about the distinct areas of beautiful Maine: The north-eastern-most state in the nation is synonymous with extremes. It’s a place where one of the sea's greatest delicacies, aka lobster, is on virtually every menu. Along that shore and deeper inland are temptations galore. Think farm-fresh food in Portland, Maine's largest city with more restaurants per capita than New York City. Yes, really! If you’re feeling more outdoor-sy, head to the Adirondacks where you can participate in the popular activity of hiking. It’s a great way to clear your head, enjoy nature and even exercise. Don’t let the Old Thyme New England look fool you, Maine will surprise you in many ways. Order your Sky Limo private air charter today!

Sonoma County

Sonoma County is definitely known for its wine, but it does have 76 miles of Pacific Coastline, forests and even an African safari not to mention plenty of nightlife hotspots. A perfect recipe for a perfect for a vacation. There are many things to see and do in the area, like for example relaxing and unwinding in the natural thermal mineral water pools at the various spas or playing golf on beautiful, lush courses. Exploring the wineries is always on the list of top activities, of course. Located only 45 minutes north of San Francisco, you can fly to Sonoma County on a private jet with Sky Limo. Your travels will be relaxing right from the start. You can even enjoy a glass of wine on board thanks to Sky Limo’s jet concierge services and start the taste testing in the friendly skies. California’s wine industry is home to more than 40 premium wineries. There are plenty of wine-themed activities from cave tours to barrel tastings and tram rides throughout the vineyards. There are also many culinary tasting rooms in Sonoma County, so it’s not just wine that gets the attention. Food is also on the tasting menu. Sonoma County here you come onboard Sky Limo!

Unusual Motels

Bing has listed a bunch of unusual motels complete with their pictures online and Sky Limo, your private aviation company, wants to share. So here are a few on that list: The Hobbit Motel in Waitomo, New Zealand features units designed to mimic the hobbit habitat of ‘the Lord of the Rings’ movies that were filmed in New Zealand. It includes a plane, a rail car and a World Ward II patrol boat people can sleep in. The Jumbo Hostel next to the Stockholm Airport is a retired Boeing 747 with 25 rooms for hostel travelers. It has a total of 85 beds with views of the airport. Next on that list of unusual motels is the Quaker Square Inn in Akron, Ohio. It has perfectly round rooms because the hotel was originally a set of grain silos that are 120 feet tall and at one point held 1.5 million bushels of the Quaker Oats. The Iglu-Dorf operates six igloo villages in Andorra Germany and Switzerland. The igloos can accommodate up to six people and some even have an en-suite whirlpool. The Queen Mary is a floating hotel. It has 314 rooms decorated with Art Deco ambiance.

Sky Limo Brings You Classic Hotels

Bing has posted a slideshow of classic hotels that are definitely worth a stay and Sky Limo, your private aviation company, would like to share the details with you. Of course, if you’d like to reserve accommodations with any of these hotels, the jet concierge staff at Sky Limo can help you when you charter your private jet flight. The first one on the list is the Loews Don Cesar in St Petersburg Florida. The pink luxurious hotel has welcomed countless guests including the New York Yankees. Tours of this place are even available. There are rooms, suites and spectacular water views. New American Cuisine, an indulging spa called Spa Oceana and unparalleled service. The Plaza in New York, a landmark since 1907, is next on the list, on the corner of Central Park and right next to Fifth Avenue Shops. Some rooms at the Plaza have recently been converted to private condominiums. There’s a tranquility garden complete with reflecting pools. Here, you can expect glove service 24 hours a day. Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Del Coronado Hotel in San Diego, the Balsams in New Hampshire, the Georgian Terrace in Atlanta have all made the list of Classic Hotels as well.

Amazing Views

Travel and Leisure posted online the 10 best views in the world. Here to share with you is Sky Limo, your private aviation company. Remember, you can charter a private jet and head to some of these wonderful destinations to see the very best view. The ever popular Grand Canyon view is on the list of course. 277 miles and 18 miles wide of gold, rust bronze colored landscape. The Manhattan skyline with vintage skyscrapers such as the Chrysler building, the Flatiron, the Woolworth and the Empire State building of course. Sky Limo Air Charter can take you to New York on a private aircraft any day. The Cliffs of Moher in Ireland with nothing in front but 2,000 miles of Atlantic waters. The Great Wall of China makes it on this list as well, which crosses about 6,000 miles. October is the best time to view it because of the brisk temperature and less traffic. Paris’ skyline including the Tour Eiffel is also one the world’s most amazing views. The Matterhorn in Switzerland and its summit at 14, 692 feet. Machu Pichu, the Golden Gate Bridge, Tiger’ Nest’s and the Great Barrier Reef round up the list.

Flight Attendants Get Annoyed Regularly

Anonymous flight attendants posted some of the ways passengers on commercial airlines irritate them. With the help of budgettravel,com, Sky Limo, your private aviation company, shares with you their biggest pet peeves. First on the list is violating federal regulations when it comes to pets on board. Passengers violate rules when the dog is left loose in the aisle, tucked in a seatback pocket or on their lap. Second biggest pet peeve is when passengers shove their bags in the firs bin they see even though it’s nowhere near close to where they are sitting. Next biggest irritating thing passengers can do is to not act like a parent. Flight attendants said passengers asked them spare diapers, formula, medicine and toys. Flight attendants are also annoyed when passengers drag oversized and over-packed bags on board with them. Passengers expect them to put it in the overhead bin, which they are not supposed to. People complain about the fact that they haven’t been placed in a roomy exit-row seat, so flight attendants receive the gripe about it. Whining about the high price of flying is another thing people complain about when they’re onboard an airplane. All in all, flight attendants work hard.

United Airlines and Oprah Winfrey

The Sky Limo staff likes to share with you the latest news surrounding the friendly skies and airplanes, private jets and all things travel. The latest news to make headlines is that United Airlines just unveiled a Boeing 757 aircraft that has been decorated with a paint job to match the Oprah Winfrey Show. To commemorate Oprah’s last season on the air, after being there for 25 years, the Chicago-based airline painted the plane blue and white with the Oprah logo on the tail. Travelers flying from now until May 31 2011, will be greeted with a welcome message by Oprah. Sky Limo learnt that passengers from the inaugural flight from Chicago to Los Angeles will get a special ‘Oprah 25’ monogrammed blanket. One lucky passenger will win enough united Mileage Plus miles to take a trip around the world.

For your own fly-in-luxury experience, contact your private aviation company, Sky Limo, to fly in style. Choose from many private jets, with your very own itinerary and privacy. You’ll be able to stretch your legs and enjoy all the wonderful perks you can ask from out jet concierge staff. Sky Limo is really an opportunity to live the good life…

Top Things To Do in the Bahamas: Part 2

The Bacardi Distillery offers tours where you can sample delicious rum as you visit the place. There’s also a gift shop if you’d like to bring back some rum home.
Another tour worth the visit is the Versailles Gardens and the Cloisters. There’s beautiful artwork and statues brought from France with must-see gardens.
For the very best way to get to the Bahamas, charter a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter. We’ll take care of all your private aviation needs, from start to finish. We’ll pick the perfect private aircraft for you and your guests, choose your convenient flight schedule and our Sky Limo concierge staff can even assist you with all of your reservations including hotel room reservations and car rental. If you have any specific requests such as groceries waiting for you in your hotel room or a certain gourmet food onboard your private flight, don’t hesitate to ask the world-class jet concierge services of Sky Limo. We are all here to make your traveling a wonderful experience in the sky.

Top Things To Do in the Bahamas: Part 1

The Bahamas is a great vacation destination with the sun, sand and sea and plenty of things to do. And your sky Limo private aviation company can take you there in no time. Scuba diving is a very popular activity in this area. Andros Island has earned the reputation of the best place to dive but great scuba diving for all skill levels is everywhere on the island. Golfing is another popular sport with the Grand Bahamas Island taking the title of Mecca for golfing. Paradise Island and New providence also have courses.
If you love animals, Sky Limo says you have to head to the Blue Lagoon Island, you’ll have the opportunity to swim with dolphins. You could pet, feed and dance with the lovable animals. Families love these dolphin encounters, it’s a great way to bond and enjoy quality time. You can also swim with friendly stingrays, eels and other fish.

First Commercial Spacecraft Completes Flight

According to CNN.com, two pilots flew the world’s first manned commercial spacecraft over California’s Mojave Desert just recently at 45,000 feet in the air. They were the only ones aboard the spacecraft’s test flight, Virgin Galactic’s Richard Branson’s dream come true. He wants to come space travel affordable and possible. Sky Limo Air Charter, you full service private aviation company, found out the spaceship is called the VSS Enterprise. It landed on the runway at Mojave Air and Space Port. Virgin Galactic is on its way to becoming the world’s first commercial space line with 370 customer deposits equaling $50 million. Sky Limo found out the future commercial operations will operate at New Mexico’s Spaceport America where there will be a runway inauguration ceremony in late October. The 60-foot-long rocket plane will be taking 60,000 feet flight. The people behind Virgin Galactic are thinking one flight a week with six people on board. Each will pay $200,000 for the ride and train for three days before going. There are about 80,000 people on the waiting list as of now.

Smartphone Apps for Traveling

Skylimo, the private aviation company located in Fort Lauderdale, FL, shares with you the latest in phone apps for traveling. Navita Translator is an app available on BlackBerry and translates more than 50 languages including Spanish, Russian, Italian and Portuguese. It’s a free app that can translate spoken words and text. So if you’re traveling somewhere and need to ask for the restroom, your Navita Translator app will come to the rescue. MetrO is another great app for traveling folks. This one helps people navigate more the 400 cities. It’s free and available on most phones like iPhone, BlackBerry and Palm. Plus, once you’ve downloaded a city, you don’t need a connection. On the MetrO app, you’ll find routes searchable by railway, subway, bus and Tram. Tripit is an app that turns your travel plans into a well organized itinerary. You can add your airline and hotel confirmation to it as well. The app, Sky Limo found out, has maps, directions, and can include dinner reservation as well. Worldmate is similar. It builds an itinerary on your iPhone or Blackberry. It has a tip calculator, a currency converter with exchange rate updates, you can even book a limo ride from it if you choose to.

More Hotels Offering Hot Breakfasts

When staying in hotels, people these days have high expectations. Guest expect a clean room, air conditioning, flat screen televisions with a wealth of fancy channels, wifi connection and of course, complimentary breakfast. People find it comforting to wake up somewhere that’s not home knowing that when it comes to their first meal of the day, they’re taken care of. Breakfast is king and hotels know it. Sky Limo Air Charter found out that 70% of US travelers consider getting a free breakfast included in their room rate extremely or very influential in choosing their hotel. This data is according to findings from Ypartnership/Harrison Group 2010 Portrait of American Travelers. 63% of business travelers agree.In the past breakfast was basic, bagels, English muffins a few pastries and single servings of butter and jam. These days hot food is now a trend in the hotel industry offering French Toast, scrambled eggs, sausage and more. According to CNN, these complimentary breakfasts are available mostly in midscale hotels and the more expensive a room is , the less likely guests are to get a free breakfast. The Waldorf Towers in the Waldorf Astoria in New York is among the few luxury hotels that offer breakfast.

Michelin Comes Out with 2011 NYC Restaurant Guide

The results for New York City’s 2010 Michelin Guide are in and 57 New York restaurants earned one or more of the guide’s highest honor, the Michelin Star. The ratings in the guide, the Sky Limo team learned are three stars ( exceptional cuisine, distinctive dishes, worth a special journey), two stars (exceptional cuisine, worth a detour) and one star (very good restaurant in its category). No NYC restaurant dropped from their 2010 ranking. Perry Street and Insieme lost their sole star while Chef Table at Brooklyn Fare entered the guide for the first time and with two stars. This year New York earned a total of 95 entries this year, more than the 65 of Paris and 62 of London. Here are some of the highlights: The restaurants that received three stars include Daniel, Jean Georges, Le Bernadin, Masa and Per Se. 2 Stars restaurants included Alto, Chef Table at Brooklyn Fare, Corton, Gilt, Kajitsu, Marea, Momofuku Ko, Soto and Picholine.
For you two star or three star gourmet dinner, let Sky Limo fly you on private jet to NYC so you can sample the very best in food and gastronomy. Just call our private aircraft representatives and you’ll be dining in New York City in no time.

Best Wining Destinations

Sky Limo, with the help of search engine Bing, bring you the top wine destinations in the world. Some, the private aviation company, can even fly you to, in complete comfort and luxury not to mention space and privacy. If you fly on a private jet, you’ll get to choose when you want to go and make up your own private itinerary. First on the top list is California Wine Country with both Sonoma and Napa featured. Bing says beyond wines, you’ll also have the chance to enjoy fine restaurants, mud baths and sample lots of cabernets and chardonnays. Williamette Valley in Oregon boasts amazing pinot noir as well as the pinot gris which is like pinot grigio but more full-bodied and creamy. Niagara on the Lake in Canada is also cited. It offers 22 wineries with mostly free tours. There are tasting rooms, a famous theater festival, antique shopping, spas and of course the famous falls. They are known for ice wines. Tuscany, Italy is also on this top wining destinations because of its combination of great architecture and wines. Maipo Valley, Chile, 20 minutes from Santiago boasts fine wineries too. This region is the oldest and most prolific of Chile’s grape-growing regions with 35% of the country’s wine produced in Maipo Valley.

Small Towns in the US

Bing online named a few of the coolest small towns in the US and the concierge services staff at Sky Limo Air Charter thought they would share it with you. If you’d like to get to any of these small towns, this private aviation company can fly you there in a private jet in no time. All you have to do is call Sky Limo and let the private aircraft company take care of the rest. So the first cool small town is Ely, Minnesota with a population of only 3,470 people. It’s known for its outdoors, with two wildlife centers, canoe and fishing outfitters. You’re always surrounded by wilderness in Ely with a million acres of lakes and boreal forests. Cloverdale, California is next with 8, 454 residents in the area. It’s about 90 miles from San Francisco with about 156 wineries mostly family-owned, so if you like wine, you’ll love this place. The downtown area is filled with art galleries, drive-ins, burgers and floats diners and more charming stores. Brevard in North Carolina is next on the list with 6, 716 people residing in the area. Think town square dances and bluegrass bands and you’ll have an image of this place.

New Plane Seat

According to CNN, the SkyRider is a new airplane seat design that’s compact so it can save airlines money by cramming in passengers. It seats passengers in a saddle-like seat, giving people only 23 inches of leg room. The SkyRider is also set to offer storage space for luggage and hooks for jackets or purses. Aviointeriors is the company to have invented with this new airplane seat.
For more legroom and more comfort, Sky Limo Air Charter suggests you fly on a private jet not a saddle-like concoction. Feel the difference in your travel journey when you leave point A whenever you want, enjoy a spacious cabin and arrive at Point B rested and ready to tackle your vacation or business meeting. Flying on a private aircraft offers you perks like no commercial airline can, even with regular seats. There’s no beating the flexibility of a private jet flight, the comfort, the privacy and VIP treatment you’ll get from flying with Sky Limo. Just check out our website to get more details on the comforts of flying solo, read private flight testimonials and about bypassing the hassles of overcrowded airports, all on SkyLimoairCharter.com

Strange City Tours

According to Travel and Leisure, America has some pretty weird tours offered to tourists nationwide. For example, Los Angeles, California has a “Running from the Paparazzi” tour where people pretend to run away from the flashing bulbs of photogs as they hang out in celebrities’ favorite places. New York also has some weird tours for visitors, about 300 of them. One example is the 1968 Hearse Tour that was inspired after Heath Ledger’s death when people would gather in front of his apartment. One of the city’s most popular tour is accessed by a flight of stairs in Doc Maynard’s public house, a restored 19th century saloon, the supposedly haunted tunnels. There are even souvenir tours.
For your own adventure, try flying on a private jet by chartering a private aircraft with Sky Limo Air Charter. You’ll love your comfortable flight, spacious cabin and tons of legroom. Sky Limo also has jet concierge services to help you with any VIP treatment you might need to make your experience even better.

The U.S.’ Best Islands

According to AOL, there’s a list of ten best islands to visit in America. So Sky Limo Air Charter wanted to inform you of which ones these are and let you know that we can fly you there on a private jet. Number 10 on the list is Block Island in Rhode Island, with 17 miles of ivory-hued beaches, salt ponds and Victorian architecture. Almost half of the island is preserved open space with more than 40 endangered species and 32 miles of trails for hikers, bikers and even horseback riders. Sky Limo found out Key West, Florida is number nine on the list. There are many seafood eateries in the area, plenty of opportunities for water sports and the good life. Mackinac Island, Michigan is number eight. This island prohibits motorized vehicles and has been doing so since 1898. Mt Desert Island in Maine joins the list, with its crystal lakes and evergreen forests. The last six best islands in the U.S. include Mustang Island in Texas, Ocracoke Island in North Carolina, Orcas Island in Washington, St. Simons Island in Georgia, Santa Catalina in California and Shelter Island in New York. Don’t forget you can charter a private aircraft and get to all of these beauties whenever you’d like.

Boeing Wants To Send You To Space

According to CNN.com, Boeing wants to fly people into space, to the low-Earth orbit. Sky Limo Air Charter, a private aviation company, found out that the aerospace company Boeing and Virginia company Space Adventures have decided to see seats on Boeing commercial crew spacecraft to individuals, companies, non-governmental organizations and federal agencies.

The Sky Limo Air Charter private jet company learnt that the price hasn’t been decided yet and will be announced later on. Space Adventures has already flown seven people on missions to the international Space Station.

Both companies still need NASA and its international partners to get on board because that’s where the people would be flying to. Meanwhile, Boeing is still designing their CST-100 spacecraft which can carry seven passengers, it’s expected to be operational by 2015.

Cool Hotel Activities

Sky Limo Air Charter with the help of MSN Travel is here to share with you all the great activities hotels can offer these days. And when you find one you really want to try, just call Sky Limo’s private aviation company for your very own private jet ride. You’ll have plenty of legroom, cabin space, comfort and best of all you’ll decide your travel itinerary. You’ll be a VIP passenger and Sky Limo’s concierge services can help make the hotel reservations for you. Number one on the list is Atlantis, Paradise Island in the Bahamas. In this hotel you can get a lesson on dolphin behavior, physiology and marine-life conservation. You can also jump in the cove and then have interaction with dolphins in the water. The Hotel Hershey in Pa offers falconry, a sport that originated in central Asia over 4,000 years ago. The experience includes a free-flight demo, a simulated hunt demo and holding a bird of prey, most likely a Harris Hawk. On the Big Island of Hawaii at the Hualalai Resort you can paddle a single or two or four-boat while canoeing. These are just some of the cool hotel activities out there that you try for a once a lifetime experience.

Health Insurance When Traveling

You might have booked you hotel, prepared your suitcase, booked your car rental, even reserved you own private jet for a flight in the Bahamas, but Sky Limo Air Charter is here to remind you that you might want to also check your healthcare coverage regarding traveling.
Accidents can happen anywhere, at home, at work or when you’re traveling. And checking into an emergency room somewhere like the Bahamas for example is different than walking into a hospital close to home. Insurance plans and the coverage vary from provider to even the actual member. It’s important that you ask your insurance provider what your benefits are when you travel outside the country, Ask about what kind of out of pocket costs can you expect in the event of an emergency room trip or hospitalization even. You never know and you want to be prepared. Figure out if you have an HMO or a PPO plan and how that affects your health insurance when you’re traveling. Traveling is costly enough, so the private aviation company reminds you to double check your coverage because you might have to get additional one temporarily.

Traveling Alone

If you’ve decided to take a trip by yourself, Sky Limo suggests you go all out. First start by researching the area you’re going to so you can locate some of your favorite spots as well as restaurants you’d like to try and activities you’d like to participate in. you can even hit social media websites like Meetup.com where you’ll have the chance to search by favorite activity and city. So for example, if you’re interested in writing, you’ll be able to meet up with a local writing group wherever you go. The same goes for dining, exercising, or something more adventurous like bungee jumping. Sky Limo also suggest you reserve yourself a private aircraft and enjoy your trip beginning to end. You won’t have to deal with the dilemmas of the airport and you’ll have all the leg room you can wish for. Not to mention gourmet food on board and help form our jet concierge services staff. Traveling alone might mean you can get lonely, so you might want to find out about walking tours or museums tours that are done by groups. You’ll enjoy people’s company and meet other tourists like you. Don’t forget to bring a camera and don’t be shy about asking people to take a picture of you in front of great photo ops.

Hotels of the Future

According to MSN Travel, the hotels of tomorrow will have guests sleeping in mood-lighted pods, room service from robots, and gadgets that unpack your luggage. Even today’s most innovative hotels are testing some systems out there, such as transforming cell phones into room keys and bathroom mirrors as weather reporting devices. The future for hotels also holds free wifi for everyone. B and Bs, economic motels and luxury hotels have already joined the movement, so it’s safe to say that in a ear or two, everywhere wifi for everyone. In room technology will be more integrated by guests’ own technology. The television might double as a computer monitor and more posh amenities for everyone.

In the meantime, if you’d like to stay in a futuristic luxury hotel, just fly with Sky Limo’s private jet and ask our jet concierge services to reserve your room for you. You won’t have to deal with any of the phone calls or online reservation, just show up and enjoy your posh amenities and all of your technology. All you have to do is call Sky Limo’s private aviation company and we’ll prepare a private aircraft for you, reserve your room and even help you with your car rental should you need one.

Titanic Tourism

According to Bing online, in Branson, Mo and Pigeon Forge, Tenn, you can find sister exhibits about the Titanic in the “Titanic: World’s largest Museum Attraction.” Tourists feel like they’re really on the 1912 ship. Visitors can walk the grand staircase, send an SOS, climb aboard the lifeboats, shovel coal into the furnace, listen to the captain’s commands and even feel like the ship is sinking. There’s more Titanic tourism. At the Titanic Artifact Exhibition at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas visitors can see a wide variety of objects and personal items that were recovered from the wreck. In Washington DC, there’s a tall granite sculpture that resembles the famous shipboard pose Kate Winslet had in the 1997 movie. The sculpture is the Titanic Memorial, erected in 1931 by the Women’s Titanic Memorial Association.
If you’re interested in Titanic Tourism, know that Sky Limo Air Charter can take you on a private jet ride to any of those destinations. You’ll fly comfortably and enjoy a flexible schedule, so you can come and go as you please.

Innovations on How We Fly

Flying is very different these days, with multiple security tools including full body scans, fees for pillows and blankets not to mention luggage and everything in between. But there are quite a few innovations that are making flying and traveling a little better. Starting with of course the ultimate, flying on a private jet. By flying on a private aircraft a passenger can bypass a lot of the hassles that come with flying on commercial airlines. If you’d like to try the luxury experience of flying on a private flight, call Sky Limo to book your private jet. Another innovation is frequent flyer cards embedded with smart technology that can operate as a permanent boarding pass. There’s a push for social media in the London Gatwick Airport as a tool for 24 hour response. Spirit Airlines is giving travelers transparent fees. Cathay Pacific is hoping to be the first airline to have its entire fleet outfitted with wifi by 2012. Three Chinese airlines are looking to give passengers in-flight mobile coverage and another airline, ANA, offered in-flight draft beer.

Commercial Airline Being Sued: Part 2

Sky Limo continues to bring you the facts surrounding the $5 million lawsuit against commercial airline, American Airlines. For more background information and context refer back to Commercial Airline Being Sued: Part 1.
The passenger who’s suing says she asked to be refunded immediately for her lost bag but was denied. American Airlines says that the incident happened on a flight form Chicago, Illinois, on the second leg of the traveler’s trip to Michigan, because American Airlines doesn’t have flights from Seattle to Grand Rapids. Her flight was canceled so American Airlines booked the passenger on another flight. When she arrived in Grand Rapids, Michigan she realized her bag was missing and spoke with the other airline about the issue. The bag was found and delivered to her the next day by that airline’s representative. American Airline says that there are no records of the passenger contacting them about delayed bag or a claim or a checked bag charge. Sky Limo will keep you posted on how this story unfolds.
In the meantime, if you don’t want to deal with lost bags, just fly on a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter and enjoy a comfortable and luxurious flight.

Commercial Airline Being Sued: Part 1

The staff at Sky Limo Air Charter, your luxury private aviation company, just found out that a very unhappy commercial airline passenger is suing American Airline for $5 million. This Pierce County, Washington local is so frustrated over a fee and a lost bag that she’s taking matters into court. The class action complaint filed in federal court says “the airline has breached its agreements with its passengers every time they have lost or delayed luggage and failed to refund the passengers their baggage fee.” American Airlines is disputing the passenger’s version of events and stress the fact that passengers can always request a fee refund as part of a baggage claim. Court papers say the passenger paid $25 back in May for flights from Seattle, Washington to Grand Rapids, Michigan, but the bag wasn’t found when the traveler arrived. American Airlines informed her that they didn’t know where the bag was or if it would ever be returned. The passenger says she asked what can American Airlines do and she was told nothing could be done. Sky Limo found out the items in the bag were estimated at $800 and the passenger spent $300 for additional clothes and toiletries.

Top Hotels According to Survey

CNN posted an article online that featured the most recent results from a survey of 53,000 people who stayed in hotels any time between May 2009 and June 2010.
J.D. Power and Associates 2010 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study found that people generally liked wi-fi, complimentary breakfast, comfortable bedding and pillow choices, pillow-top mattresses, consistent high service and free parking. Hotel guests also preferred to directly book their room with the hotels and not a random independent website. When it came to individual hotel chains, the study showed that The Ritz-Carlton ranked highest in overall satisfaction in the luxury hotel category, followed by Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and JW Marriott. In the upscale segment, Omni Hotels, Embassy Suites and Renaissance Hotels and Resorts were the top three. Hilton Garden Inn was rated top for mid-scale and Drury Inn and Suites was top in the middle-scale limited service segment.

Whenever you fly with our private aviation company, juts let our jet concierge service take care of your hotel reservation. And even your other types of reservation including car rentals or even big events and shows. Our exclusive jet concierge service staff will take care of all of the details for you.

Hotels Travelers Like

According to an article found on CNN online, happy hotel customers enjoy wireless internet and a free breakfast, smoke-free rooms and a level of service consistently high. And this information is based on findings from J.D. Power and Associates 2010 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study that was just recently released. Guests, allegedly, are happier and more satisfied this year compared to 2009, especially when it came to cost of their stay, the reservation process and the quality of the room. J. D. Power and Associates also found that hotel guests were happier by making reservation directly through the hotel instead of the phone or independent travel website, because twice as many of them experienced problems when booking through the web. When it came to must-have amenities, the survey showed people preferring wi-fi, complimentary breakfast, bedding and pillow choices, pillow-top mattresses and free parking as their top five choices. Any hint of cigarette was found to be a major turnoff, with 87% of respondents preferring a smoke-free environment.

Whenever you fly on a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter, remember that our exclusive jet concierge services can reserve your hotel room for you. All you have to do is let us know of your preferences and eave the rest to us. That’s just one the luxuries that come along with flying on a private aircraft.

Roadside Attractions Part 2:

Sky Limo continues to bring you the list of the very own wonders on the streets of America. The next roadside attraction in the US is the Benewah Milk bottles in Spokane, Washington. There are two giant bottles of milk where a once booming dairy company was headquartered. One of the bottles even played a role in a 1993 Johnny Depp movie called Benny and Joon. Biosphere 2 in Oracle, Arizona is another popular roadside attraction where visitors can learn all about the past and future of planet Earth. It looks like a spaceship elevated on a ridge almost 4,000 feet above sea level. The Blue Whale in Catoosa, Oklahoma is the bizarre sighting you’ll see along route 66. It was an anniversary gift that a husband gave his wife during the 70s. It rests in a pond that has become a watering hole for locals and visitors.
Book your private jet flight with Sky Limo Air Charter, the full service private aviation company, to see these wonderful local roadside attractions. You’ll enjoy a wonderful and comfortable journey in the friendly skies, experiencing an attraction in itself.

Roadside Attractions Part 1:

Sky Limo Air Charter loves to report on everything travel. As a private aviation company, we truly our passionate about private aircrafts, tours, the friendly skies, vacations and all things travel. Recently one of our staff members found an online article on Time.com that listed a bunch of American roadside attractions. Number one on the list was Ave Maria Grotto in Cullman, Ala. There are tiny replicas, made of marble, building supplies, costume jewelry, of St. Peter’s Basilica, the leaning Tower of Pisa, the grotto of St. Theresa, the Great Wall of China and mini versions of Jerusalem, Rome and Bethlehem. Another top 50 American roadside attraction is the Beer-Can House in Houston, Texas. In 1968, a homeowner got tired of mowing his lawn that he laid marble, rock and wood into landscaping features. He then covered his house with aluminum siding made entirely of flattened beer cans. Over 18 years he attached about 50,000 beer cans including bee-garlands that hang from the roof.
If you’d like to fly on a private jet to see these one of a kind road side attractions, just book your private aircraft with Sky Limo and you’ll be well on your way on your schedule.

Thanks Sky Limo
Thank you Sky Limo for being so great with your aviation customer service. As an entrepreneur myself I know how important it is to know who your customer is and how to respond to their needs. I’ve flown on your private jets more than a few times, especially between New York and Chicago. I meet with clients on a regular basis in Chicago to over contracts and of course for the much-needed and all important face time. I find that it’s crucial for business relationships and also have acquired new clients that way because of referrals. I find the way you work to be very professional and efficient and enjoy working with the staff that you have in you’re your private aviation company. Numerous times, you jet concierge services have helped me make reservations for hotel rooms and have given me advice on where to stay, especially in newer places. I really thank you for all the great service you provide through your private aviation company and thank you again for making my flights comfortable. This testimonial was by Jon F., New York

Enjoy Traveling Again

When’s the last time you really enjoyed traveling. Not just the destination, the traveling part as well. Getting on a plane and flying towards your vacation destination should be fun and prep you towards your fabulous trip. During that time you’re supposed to anticipate all the activities to come and feel relaxed. But when you’re stuck between two passengers in the middle seat like a sardine in a can, fun doesn’t really describe the experience. It’s more like a ‘get me out of here’ moment. Not to mention, the hassles of flying commercial and having to deal with the usual at the airport. The long lines everywhere whether it’s in the security screening or waiting to use the restroom. The running around to your next connecting flight that’s typically really far from your starting point. The waiting around at the baggage carousel, hoping your airline hasn’t lost your luggage and more. When you charter a private jet, you don’t have to deal with any of it. Flying becomes part of your vacation and can even be part of the highlights. Have you ever flown on a private aircraft. Think lots of space, privacy, flexibility of making your own schedule and a view like no other. Sky Limo Air Charter invites you to book your private jet flight today!

Flying With Kids

Flying these days is not on the top lists of fun things to do, especially when you’re flying with kids. The already usual hassles of flying commercial like crowded airports and making it on time to catch your connecting flight, become even more of a hassle. One way to make it easier on yourself is to try to assign responsibilities to some of your children. Say for example, you’re flying with a three-year old and a ten-year old, the older sibling can definitely help. Weighing your bags before you get to the airport will also ensure that you don’t have to start transferring items from one suitcase to another, while keeping an eye on your children. Try to make sure that your kids have eaten a meal before heading to the airport, that way you don’t have to start navigating through the long lines at the crowded airport food courts. Make sure your children are wearing clothes and shoes that will go through security with the least hassles. No fancy shoes, no belts or jewelry.
Of course, another way to bypass all of these hassles are to fly with Sky Limo Air Charter on a private jet. You’ll feel comfortable while flying with your kids and get all the help you wish and deserve. No crowded airports, no waiting around, and a great view.

Unusual Requests for Travel Agents

Since Sky Limo Air Charter likes to report on all things travel and aviation, the subject of travel agents fits the mold. And weird requests from travelers to travel agents make it even more interesting to report. According to an article on AOL.com, clients ask travel agents all sorts of unusual things like getting on a plane that will fly upside down. Or getting to rent only orange cars from a car rental company. Or booking cruises that are only on their maiden voyage for specific people afraid of germs. Another weird request was that a traveler wanted to go underneath a polar ice cap in a submarine.
Sky Limo is proud to say that we don’t get too many weird requests. Just the usual client who likes to live the good life and wants to fly on a private jet. Plus, our private aircraft passengers don’t deal with travel agents, they can directly talk to our private air charter representatives and get everything they want from a certain private plane to concierge services in the air.

Passport Fees Increasing

According to CNN.com, soon it’s going to cost you more to apply for a new US passport or even to renew an old passport. Starting, July 13th, adults applying for their first passport will have to pay $135, a 35% increase from the past fee of $100. The cost of the wallet-size passport card, which Americans use on trips closer to home, will go from $45 to $55 for first-time applicants. For more visa pages in your passport, you’ll have to pay $82. Renewing your passport will cost $110 instead of the past $75 fee. There’s even a new fee for renouncing your US citizenship, costing $450. Officials say they’re increasing the cost because fees aren’t covering the government’s cost for the services. The increase in fees also helps pay for all the increased security and anti-fraud measures that were added to passports in the recent years.
Sky Limo Air Charter, a private aviation company, reminds you to make sure your travel documents are all up to date so that you can enjoy stress-free traveling. And to make it even more hassle-free and fun to travel, trying booking a private jet instead of flying on commercial airlines and hiring to deal with crowded airports and other nonsense.

Solar-Paneled Plane Takes Flight

Sky Limo Air Charter, a private aviation company, loves to inform you of the latest news to hit the aviation industry. And according to CNN.com, in Switzerland, a solar-powered aircraft recently completed a 26-hour test flight. Solar Impulse flew to a height of about 28,000 feet. The battery charged with its level rising thanks to the sun. It didn’t use any fuel and didn’t cause any pollution. In the evening, the plane slowly descended to 4,500 feet where it flew throughout the night just using the battery power. An hour before dawn , the article on CNN says that the aircraft still had six hours of flying time. Solar Impulse has a wingspan of more than 206 feet which resembles the wingspan of an Airbus A340. The solar-powered aircraft weighs about 3,500 pounds and has about 12,000 solar cells attached to its wings. The plane also has four electric engines and has a top speed of about 43 miles per hour. In 2012, the team behind Solar Impulse hopes to fly around the world in five stages.

A Plane With Hip-Hop Star on It

Sky Limo Air Charter is always interested in bringing you the latest in aviation news, including updates on commercial airlines as well as private air charters. According to an article on Spinner.com, Toronto Rapper Aubrey Graham, known as Drake, has become the first hip-hop artist to have a commercial airplane named after him. This happened just two weeks after Drake topped the US and Canada charts. Now he has his face on an airplane as well as the name of his record “Thank Me Later”. Air Drake is the newest plane in the Virgin America fleet is also the airline’s first international aircraft offering flights between Toronto and California destinations San Francisco and Los Angeles.
For comfortable and private flights to California, call Sky Limo to reserve your very own private jet. With exclusive jet concierge services, you can bet you’ll get treated like a celebrity. But we can’t promise, painting your face on the private aircraft!

Avoid Luggage fees

The UPS store has launched a new product called luggage boxes to target customers who don’t want to be paying luggage fees to commercial airlines. Passengers can ship their personal belongings ahead of time and before embarking on their flight. The luggage boxes actually look like cardboard suitcases complete with a handle. They’re priced high from $12.95 for a small on to $17.95 for a larger one, which kind of defeats the purpose, especially when you’ll also have to pay for shipping it. The smaller luggage box can actually hold 55 pounds which if fully loaded can cost a lot of money to ship. Most commercial airlines charge about $25 each way to check your first piece of luggage at the airport and it arrives at the same time you do, unlike the new UPS luggage box.

A better way of not dealing with extra charges and fees from commercial airlines is to fly on a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter. Not only will you not be charged for any of your suitcases, you’ll also enjoy lots of privacy, comfort and exclusive, world-class jet concierge service. You’ll arrive at your destination on time and rested. There’s really no other way to fly.

More Complaints Against Commercial Airlines

Travel and Leisure recently released a survey compiling commercial airline complaint information from the Department of Transportation. The legacy airlines take up the top spot for complaints followed by the low-cost airlines and regional airlines. The top 5 commercial airlines passengers are complaining about include at number one, Delta Airlines with 1.96 per 100,000 passengers, followed by United Airlines with 1.34 per 100,000 travelers, then US Airways, Northwest Arilines and American Airlines. The list based on last year’s data, so Delta and Northwest are still listed separately. The low cost carriers scored well. JetBlue made it tenth on the list and Southwest made it 19th on the list with only a .21 complaints per 100,000 passengers.
If you fly on a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter, there won’t be anything to complain about. You’ll get to your destination on time and rested from your very comfortable flight. You’ll fly in a private aircraft, be treated like the VIP that you are and get help from our jet concierge services. When you charter a private jet with Sky Limo, there’s truly nothing to complain about.

Worst Airports This Summer

If you’re not going to be chartering a private jet for some of your trips this summer and dealing with a better service at the airports and executive airports, Sky Limo suggests you read below to get familiar with some of the most congested airport during this busy season. According to Forbes.com, here’s the latest on some of the most popular airports in America. The main runway at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York has been shut down for major renovations for a few months now and will be closed until July. Miami International Airport is gradually opening a mile-long terminal, but the passenger train serving it won’t be operational until fall. There’s a huge highway project reportedly “snarling traffic” at Dallas-Fort Worth International airport. In Chicago, the main road into Midway International Airport is being reconstructed and repaved. Newark Airport is also repaving. Thunderstorms during the summer season also plays a part, shutting down critical airspace and adding to the delays. New York City and Chicago are major hubs typically affected by the rippling effect.

To escape the madness at the airports during the months of June, July and August, just book a private aircraft with Sky Limo Air Charter and enjoy the hassle-free experience at the airport not to mention all the perks a private jet flight can offer.

America’s Most Popular Destinations

According to an article on Forbes.com, there are famous American cities that welcome millions of visitors every year, even during these tough economic times. For example, Orlando, Florida managed to get 48 million visitors in 2009. Combined with 12% increase of international visitors and a 60.7% hotel occupancy rate, Orlando was America’s top traveling destination. Orlando is actually quite close to our Sky Limo Air Charter headquarters next to the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. So anytime you’d like to fly on a private jet en route for the theme parks, just let us know. The number of foreign visitors to Miami and Philadelphia increased as well. New York managed to fill out 77% of its hotel rooms, making it the number two most visited American destination. Chicago, famous for its hot dogs and deep-dish pizzas, Anaheim, and Miami round up the top five most visited places.

If you’d like to visit any of these top spots in the US, all you have to do is call Sky Limo for your private jet flight there. You’ll arrive rested and ready to visit the sights and attractions. Our jet concierge services can also help you reserve your hotel and car rental should you need the assistance.

Things You Wouldn’t Hear From a Baggage Handler

Smartmoney.com had an interesting article about baggage handlers of commercial airlines. The article listed all the truths they would never tell you, like for example, that they’re losing less bags, because there are less bags to lose. According to the Department of Transportation there were 3.91 ‘mishandled’ (lost, stolen or damaged) bags per 1,000 passengers in 2009, compared to 5.26 in 2008 and 7.05 the year before that. However, this decrease in lost bags is due to the decrease in less passengers. Another thing baggage handler would never tell you is “We can handle your pet, but can they handle us?” When flying cargo pets can be exposed to loud noises and extreme temperatures and the mere separation from the owner can also be difficult for them. So make sure you understand the airlines’ policy about pets flying so you can find out whether or not your pet can withstand the experience. Baggage handlers will never tell you that they don’t actually work that hard. Most of the luggage check-in work is done by machines along with the heavy lifting. The conveyor belt and other systems do most of the work, depending on the size of the airport.

For a satisfying flying experience, try chartering a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter. You’ll enjoy you luxurious and comfortable flight, arrive safe and rested, with your bags next to you, and your pet if he or she needs to come along for the ride. Enjoy flying on a private aircraft for business or pleasure.

Traveling With Pets

When chartering a private jet with Sky Limo Air Charter, you don’t have to worry about your four-legged best friend. Pets can get onboard the private aircraft with you and enjoy the comforts, however that wasn’t always the case when traveling the less luxurious way, through airports and commercial airlines. But these days, thanks to the US Department of Transportation , airlines have to provide relief areas for service animals like guide dogs. And now many airlines and airports, are going beyond the required minimum. San Francisco International Airport has two fenced relief areas outside baggage claims with drinking bowls and mutt mitts to pick up waste. The Lambert St.Louis International Airport has two gated outdoor areas for animals to play off-leash. Philadelphia International Airport has seven fenced pet port areas, each with mulch surface, biodegradable pet waste bags, bench and faux fire hydrant. Sky Limo learnt that Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International has a dog park as big as 1,000 square feet with flowers, grass, benches, dog sculptures and even art. On average, about 15 dogs visit the park every day. For ultra comfort and luxury though, there’s no beating flying on a private flight for you and your friend.

Visit Architectural Wonders

Let Sky Limo Air Charter fly you on a private jet to beautiful places in America where you can indulge in the very best that architecture has to offer. In Ashville, North Carolina, which is a very popular destination for Sky Limo passengers, there’s the Biltmore estate reminiscent of a French Renaissance castle. Biltmore is America’s largest home and a National Historic Landmark. It covers 8,000 acres of stunning gardens, an award-wining winery and Antler Hill Farm. It also has an equestrian center, several restaurants, as well as 250 rooms filled with art and antiques. The private aviation company can also fly you to Los Angeles, so you can take a peek at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. You can see its hardwood-paneled auditorium from up close, its state-the-art acoustics and maybe even enjoy an orchestra performance as well. The Gateway Arch in Missouri is definitely another wonder you must see. It’s the tallest national monument in the US, measuring 630 feet. It was built between 1963 to 1965 and still attracts many visitors today.

Fly on a private jet to all of these wonderful places that house these architectural wonders. Sky Limo Air Charter can get you there on time, with no delays, cancelations or hassles at the airport.

Rent Celebrity Homes

Want a spectacular vacation? Want an opulent vacation? Want to live in the lap of luxury? Book a private air charter with Sky Limo Air Charter and stay in the fabulous homes of celebrities. There are so many to choose from too. There’s the Rolling Stones front man Mick Jagger’s Japanese-inspired, six-bedroom villa which includes a cook, a housekeeper and a gardener in the Caribbean. There’s also a tennis court, outdoor pool and hot tub, a game pavilion and more. Renting this home will cost you about $15,000-$19,000. There’s Bruce Willis’ five-bedroom main residence and three-bedroom guest villas in Turks and Caicos complete with a 70 by 45 foot pool. The six-acre oceanfront property sits in the beautiful Parrot Cay Resort. Christie Brinkley also has a home in the Parrot Cay Resort filled with alfresco beds, teak chaise lounges, umbrellas and everything else you’ll need to relax in style and luxury. This place goes for about $8,000 a night. You can even rent the homes of stars that have passed away, like Merv Griffin’s 40-acre, 14-bedroom place in Palm Springs. There’s a lake, a racetrack, horses and more. Book your dream vacation with your dream private flight and your dream private home, even if it’s just for a week.

New Airline Passenger Protection Rules

We hope you have the chance to fly on a private jet in the near future whether for business or pleasure. There are so many perks to flying on a private aircraft, so many comforts and it’s much more pleasant than flying the regular way. No waiting in terminals, no multiple security screenings, no hassles. We know how uncomfortable it is to fly commercial, there’s a lot to deal with, making the traveling experience almost unwelcomed. However, if you must fly commercial, Sky Limo wants you to know that there are changes to the new airline passenger protection rules. The Department of Transportation’s tarmac delay rule subjects airlines to stiff fines if passengers are stuck on a tarmac for more than three hours on domestic flights. According to CNN.com, this was prompted by a numerous long delays back in 2006 which DOT documented as ‘undue discomfort and inconvenience.’ The tipping point came in 2009 when 47 airline passengers were trapped overnight on a tarmac in Rochester, Minnesota. Now the DOT requires airlines to respond to a complaint within 60 days amongst other new rules and procedures.

More Travel News: Disney Plans New Hotel

According to an article on Wesh.com, Disney is building the first new hotel in seven years. This will be the theme park’s 26th resort at Walt Disney World, in Florida. The company hopes the Art of Animation Resort will be up and running by 2012. The hotel will be a 2,000-room value hotel with rooms as low as $82. It will have 1,120 family suites in The Lion King, Cars and Finding Nemo wings and 864 themed rooms in The Little Mermaid wings. The suites will include a living room and a bedroom. The resort will be situated across from Pop Century, on a 65-acre lot on the other side of Osceola Parkway. The resort is said to feature the beloved Disney characters and stories.

If you can’t wait until 2012 to head to the happiest place on earth, Sky Limo Air Charter suggests you get there now on a private jet. Sky Limo can fly you and your family on a beautiful and spacious private aircraft to Orlando so you can stay in any of the existing Disney Resorts. Call Sky Limo today to speak to one of our representatives to see which private jet is best for you.

How To Rent A Villa

So you’ve put in enough hours at work this year and it’s time for that much-needed and well-deserved vacation with the entire family. Sky Limo Air Charter suggest you rent a villa instead of staying in a hotel, especially if you’re going with many family members and plan on relaxing for more than a few days. You’ll enjoy the experience and get to stay in a beautiful home environment. Plus, these days, renting a villa is cheaper and many of these homeowners are offering incentives like a free night or free rental car. Some of these villas come complete with a pool, a sauna, a gym and more. The private aviation company recommends you first choose a vacation spot and then make a list of the must-haves you require. Ask yourself if you want access to a pool, to a golf course, to housekeeping, and so on. Next, is get online to do a little bit of research. Check for amenities, for prices, for deals, for pictures and don’t forget reviews or testimonials. You can find out what people are saying about the villa you’re interested in. Next, get on the phone to continue your research. Talk with an agent and ask more specific questions, such as how far is the villa from a grocery store, from entertainment venues, from restaurants and so on. They might even be able to steer you towards other rental villas. Don’t forget to draw up a contract and make sure it includes specifics.