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Rising Insecurity- Rising Demand For Private Jet Charter Services
By Brad William

Thanks to the growing security chaos at the airports, companies now increasingly prefer to through private charter jets.

According to a survey conducted by Air Charter Guide, there was an 80 percent increase in business-related bookings of private jet charters within two weeks of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks when commercial airlines were hijacked to ram into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.

Similarly, private jet service companies reported a rise in demand from their customers, both old and new, following a terror alert in the UK.

Following 9/11 and the subsequent increase in terror threats, stringent security checks at the airports have made the whole experience of traveling even more frustrating and exhausting.

One has to endure long queues, all kinds of checks and intimate body searches to board an aircraft. Confiscation of even petty things such as nail clippers and tweezers has become a common sight at the airports.

Hence, when we explore the reasons why more and more people are now preferring to by private charters flights instead of commercial flights, despite the obvious difference between costs, the reasons are quite a few:

•In the wake of terrorist attacks, security is unquestionable. In a private air charter, you know exactly who the pilot is, what type of baggage is on board and who the fellow passengers; if any, on the flight are. This provides the much needed peace of mind.

•Time is money for business travelers. Private charters have become even more popular among top corporate executives whose time is too valuable to waste in long queues. There is no question of delayed or cancelled flights; as the private flight is scheduled only at the time you want. In fact some organizations don’t mind spending an extra bit on arranging private jets for their

Demonstrating the power of algae to fuel aviation
Continental Airlines today joins a group of aviation environmental leaders in testing a second-generation biofuel on one of its aircraft. The Boeing 737-800 will take-off from Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport on a two hour test flight fuelled, in part, by a sustainable biofuel derived from algae and jatropha. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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GeoBeats Partners with MSN to Provide Authentic Travel Videos
GeoBeats' High-Quality Online Travel Videos to Be Incorporated on MSN Travel and MSN Video (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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Major Investment Corporations Lean Towards RV Industry for the New Year
Pedata RV Center and other dealers across the nation are taking note that major investment corporations are upping their financial interests reliant on the RV industry. The movement is seen as a positive indication of the industry's financial health for the new year. Prescott Group Capital Management is now the single largest holder of Monaco stock. The Tulsa, Oklahoma hedge fund upped its stake in Monaco to 4.1 million shares on December 16, 2008. Investment experts suggest that the move can be seen as a vote of confidence and that Prescott was just taking advantage of the current economy to get additional stock while it was undervalued. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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A Classic Arizona Retreat: Enjoying the Winter Sunshine at Scottsdale Cottonwoods Resort & Suites
Scottsdale, Arizona is an exciting visitor destination. Scottsdale Cottonwoods Resorts & Suites is a classic Arizona retreat, complete with hammocks strung from tree to tree, striking views of Camelback Mountain, swimming pools, tennis, walking track, desert garden and dining. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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'Tax Relief For Americans': Joie de Vivre Pays Occupancy Taxes On Stays Through April 15 at its 30 California Boutique Hotels
In the spirit of Americans coming together under a new president, Joie de Vivre - California's largest boutique hotel collection - is extending its "Tax Relief" offer to all Americans. When U.S. residents stay at any of its 30 hotels, Joie de Vivre will pay their occupancy taxes through April 15, 2009. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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The Track Celebrates its 25th Birthday
Family Recreation Centers Marks its Anniversary by Beginning Their Season with a Come Back Dinner! (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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ResortQuest Hilton Head Hits a Grand Slam For Guests With Free Tennis at Three of Tennis Magazine's Top 50 US Clubs
ResortQuest Hilton Head Island offers nearly 500 vacation rentals, condos and private beach homes on the premier resort destination, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Hilton Head Island is a tennis enthusiast's dream with over 300 courts on three Grand Slam surfaces. Guests who book vacation rentals with ResortQuest Hilton Head Island have automatic, complimentary access to three of Tennis Magazine's Top 50 US Clubs List, as well as numerous additional courts. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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Celebrate 28 Days of Love at Miramonte Resort & Spa
Naughty baths, private cabanas, and decadent spa treatments are among the amorous indulgences awaiting couples at Southern California's premier luxury resort, Miramonte Resort & Spa. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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Loreto, Baja Sur, Mexico: Twice as Nice at Half the Price
The Loreto Visitors Bureau, the tourism promotion organization for Loreto, Baja Sur, Mexico, announces the destination's first cooperative buy one, get one free promotion, starting January 1 through January 31, 2009. Throughout the month of January, every time a Loreto, Baja Sur visitor pays for one night, one meal or one activity at a participating hotel, restaurant, car rental or tour operator, the Loreto Visitors Bureau will pick up the second night, meal or activity, respectively. Additionally, guests who booked a vacation package through Alaska Airlines Vacations will receive a 15% discount when purchased online at http://www.alaskaair.com/vacations. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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International Children's Festival Returns to Hampton, Virginia, April 18, 2009
This April 18, 2009, bring the entire family to the International Children's Festival, taking place from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Mill Point Park in downtown Hampton, Virginia. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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Lonrho Hotels Selects Maestro PMS Multi-Property as Standard System Across all Properties to Optimize Revenue, Group Bookings and Web Reservations
NORTHWIND-Maestro installation enables Grand Karavia to be more productive and more profitable with centralized controls (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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TravelMuse Shares Top Insider Tips to the Obama Inauguration
Former White House Staffer Offers Valuable Insight on Everything From Best Viewing Venues and Culinary Creations to Historic Experiences and Affordable Fun (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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Holiday Company Signs New Peter De Savary Development
Book early for summer’09 to avoid disappointment. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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Bermuda's Newest Vacation Property, The Reefs Club, Attracts Canadian Interest
Fractionally priced, affordable luxury offers a rare ownership opportunity (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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A Group Moving Into Wild Desert Islands
A group of people are making a radical lifechange to sail the oceans, finding desert islands to live in and moving from one island to another. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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3DVU Announces Way2Go, the First Web-to-Mobile 3D Aerial Photo Navigation, Free of Mobile Operator Fees -- Like MapQuest Combined with Google Earth on Mobile Phone
Way2Go by 3DVU is a web-to-mobile preplanned 3D aerial photo route application without carrier fees, giving mobile navigators rich media at low cost. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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Idyllic Shelton Hampton Inn and Suites Named One of the World's Best
Tucked off I-77, among the hills of the Yadkin Valley, the Hampton Inn & Suites at Shelton Vineyards has been designated as one of the best in the world by the 2008 Connie Awards from the Hilton Hotel Corporation. The Hampton Inn and Suites at Shelton Vineyards was specifically recognized for its loyalty and quality assurance. Serving up more than just a comfortable bed and continental breakfast, this Hampton features some Jacuzzi suites among its 102 rooms, a heated pool, modern exercise room and the chain's only wine bar. Featuring the finest wine selection from the adjacent Shelton Vineyards, a premier East Coast winery, the bar offers a lively atmosphere for guests. (PRWEB Jan 7, 2009)

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6th Annual P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon Races to Tempe
P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Fits Perfectly with Tempe Attractions and Entertainment (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Otalo Launches Next-Generation Vacation Rental Search Engine
Otalo.com lets you search across the many different vacation rental sites on the web with one search. Over 200,000 vacation rental listings around the world can be reached in a single, powerful search. Favorite vacation homes can be saved and shared with friends. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Pedata RV Center Looking Forward to Offering Hybrids to RV Consumers
Pedata RV Center sees the introduction of new technology as a wonderful indicator of positive movement for the recreational vehicle industry. As financing problems arise to cast shadows, the introduction of amazing new technologies like the Fleetwood Hybrid offer hope for a brighter future. On December 26, 2008, Fleetwood Enterprises RV Group presented its Hybrid motorhome offering an increased fuel economy up to 42%. Pedata RV Center looks forward to offering the Fleetwood Hybrid to consumers. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Jekyll Island Golf - No Jacket Required!
Mild climate and excellent course conditions make the Georgia coast a great winter golf escape. Jekyll Island, Georgia, on the Georgia coast, offers 4 courses for golfers to choose from and excellent hotel packages so they can stay and play. Tee times are numerous and rates are low. This is the perfect time and place for a winter weekend getaway. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Harley-Davidson's Brand Strength Backs the Bottom Line- Sportster Motorcycles Guaranteed on Trade-In Value
Harley-Davidson recently announced it will guarantee the value of its legendary Sportster motorcycles by backing their trade-in value. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Holland Motor Homes Joins Newell Coach Sales-and-Support Team
Newell Coach Corporation, the leading seller of luxury motorcoaches priced at $1 million and above, announced that Holland Motor Homes of San Diego, CA, and Holland, MI, will be offering sales-and-service support for Newell motorcoaches. This will be more convenient for Newell customers in California, Arizona and Nevada; and Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, and Wisconsin. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Benchmark Hospitality Selects Aptech's Execuvue Business Intelligence
Benchmark taps Execuvue to centralize data gathering, analysis for 30 independent hotels for greater operating efficiency and increased ownership profitability (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Irreverent New Musical Revue Roasts San Francisco to Perfection
Bisceglie's SF Follies takes a wicked wink at San Francisco's past, present and future. The show pokes fun at the City's popular landmarks, attractions, personalities, neighborhoods and events. With hippies, flappers, rabid sea lions, earthquakes, and a nearly naked gold miner, Bisceglie's SF Follies is as unique and zany as the city itself. Discover 300 years of SF's history, secrets, scandals and urban folklore as they are revealed in this 90 minute hilarious, jaw-dropping musical revue overflowing with singing, dancing and outrageous comedy. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Hit the Road in the New Year with the Orbitz Winter Sale
Escape this winter with Orbitz and save up to 50% on select hotels through March 29 (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Checker Sedan Offers Exclusive Curbside Service at the Luggage Claim Curb at the McNamara Terminal
Customers can request Checker Choice service when making reservations. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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National Geographic Adventure Magazine Names VBT Bicycling Vacations as one of the Best Adventure Travel Outfitters on Earth
For the second year in a row, National Geographic Adventure magazine has named VBT as one of the Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth. We are particularly honored to have received a client satisfaction rating of 98.33/100, and a quality of service rating of 94/100. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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The NCC to Demo New Goodyear-Branded GPS Navigation Systems at CES 2009
The NCC, a leading manufacturer of consumer electrical devices, plans to demonstrate their new line of officially-licensed Goodyear-branded GPS navigation units at the upcoming CES convention in Las Vegas, Jan 8-12. Focus will be on the soon to be released GY500X that will make its debut at the convention. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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Leader Among International Moving Companies Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Omega Shipping, a successful international shipping and relocation services company, announces its 25th anniversary. Begun in 1984 shipping household goods for emigrants to Israel, Omega has since expanded three times, and currently operates its international and overseas shipping operations from its NJ facility located convenient to the city's international shipping ports. (PRWEB Jan 6, 2009)

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senior staff too apart from their top executives.

•Private flights enable the optimum utilization of time and ensure confidentiality. You can work on your laptops, conduct meetings; just about everything in the sky that you can do on the ground in your office. Fax, e-mail, phones, computers; everything is easily accessible.

•Private charter flights maximize the productivity of the employees by saving their valuable time.

Apart from business honchos, an increasing number of common people are also considering private flights as a preferred alternative to commercial flights.
Charter-aircraft operators now claim that as many as 90 percent of their inquiries are from new or first-time charter customers.

Apart from convenience, privacy and comfort, private air charter also provides better protection and security in these chaotic times.

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