Susan Cegavske
Journey Manager
Overview
Join your fellow travelers and dedicated journey team for a welcome dinner as you enjoy the Florida warmth and relaxed glamour of our beachfront hotel. Opt to arrive early in Fort Lauderdale before your trip and embrace the celebrated vacation lifestyle of this coastal city with additional activities that we can arrange for you.
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Overview
Discover world-class art museums, gourmet culinary experiences and a contagious spirit for life in Madrid, the cosmopolitan Spanish capital, which is home to a historic Four Seasons property and the final stop on our journey.
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Join your fellow travelers and dedicated journey team for a welcome dinner as you enjoy the Florida warmth and relaxed glamour of our beachfront hotel. Opt to arrive early in Fort Lauderdale before your trip and embrace the celebrated vacation lifestyle of this coastal city with additional activities that we can arrange for you.
Featured Experiences
One of the world’s top yachting destinations, Fort Lauderdale features over 300 miles of intracoastal waterways. Step aboard a luxury cruiser for a day of exploration, viewing waterfront mansions and local landmarks before cruising out onto the open ocean to take in the city’s coastline.
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The Four Seasons Concierge at your hotel can customize your perfect adventure in the city. Explore the finest shops on Las Olas Boulevard, take a private tour of the Museum of Discovery and Science, or enjoy live entertainment from jazz and Broadway shows to A-list concerts.
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Soak up the sun, sand and shore from Four Seasons Hotel Fort Lauderdale’s dedicated area on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Savor a beach picnic, let the Four Seasons Beach Concierge arrange a personalized day of leisure and water sports, or reserve complimentary bicycles to explore the waterfront.
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With a prime beachfront location just minutes from Fort Lauderdale’s restaurants, shops, marinas and entertainment, Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale brings sophisticated style and energy to this coastal city. Lounge on the Ocean Sun Deck featuring two horizon-edge pools and uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean views, or savor ocean-view dining at Evelyn’s. The hotel spa offers salt-wall saunas, aroma steam rooms and treatments inspired by the city’s waterways for ultimate relaxation.
Past and present seamlessly intertwine in Mexico City. Discover how this lively capital is reinventing itself as a must-see destination for its ancient treasures, world-class art and one-of-a-kind food experiences.
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Experience an insider gastronomic journey with a celebrated Mexican chef. Meet your chef at a traditional local market and weave your way around the stalls, learning about the history of Mexican mercados as you select fresh produce and other seasonal ingredients. Head to the vibrant gastronomic district of Polanco, where your chef will guide you through the preparation of a multicourse meal. Prepare traditional appetizers, main dishes and dessert before sitting down family-style to enjoy the fruits of your labor.
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Located on a tree-lined avenue near verdant Chapultepec Park, the hacienda-style Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City is a relaxing retreat in the heart of a bustling metropolis. Sip on unique handcrafted cocktails at Fifty Mils, one of the 50 Best Bars of the world, or enjoy fresh seafood and authentic Mexican-Pacific cuisine at ZANAYA. The property’s signature spa treatments feature ancient techniques and traditional ingredients.
The jet takes us to far-flung Easter Island, whose grassy plains are dotted with massive moai statues, which were sculpted to honor the ancestors of the native Rapa Nui people.
Featured Experiences
Near the town of Hanga Roa we encounter Ahu Tahai, the site of three restored moai, the rock statues for which the island is famous. We also stop at the Rano Raraku quarry, where almost 400 giant statues remain in various stages of completion, giving us insights to how these mysterious icons may have been created. At Ahu Tongariki, we visit a monument featuring 15 large statues lined in a row.
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Visit Ahu Akivi, considered to be a particularly sacred site and home to seven moai, all of which are positioned to face sunset during the spring equinox and have their backs to the sunrise during autumn equinox. The astronomical precision is unique to this location on the island.
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Surrounded by trees and wide-open countryside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Explora Rapa Nui is a serene retreat with an ideal location for exploring the mysteries of Easter Island. Guest rooms seamlessly incorporate the island’s geography and elements of the local culture.
Fly to Tahiti on the private jet, then take a private charter flight to Bora Bora. Setting foot on its picture-perfect shores, you’ll quickly see why this small island in the South Pacific was originally known as pora pora mai te pora, meaning “created by the gods.”
Featured Experiences
Get to know the inhabitants of the turquoise waters around Bora Bora on a guided snorkel safari. Wade in the shallows with gentle rays before venturing into deeper waters to swim with blacktip sharks—or opt to view these graceful lagoon residents from the boat.
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Set on a private sand-edged motu, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora welcomes you to a village-like setting inspired by Polynesian architecture. Relax in your own overwater bungalow, perched above the turquoise lagoon. Let the experts at the resort’s Black Pearl Lounge help you find the perfect pearl keepsake. Spirit yourself away to the spa and let the sounds of the surf lull you into blissful relaxation.
Cross the international date line en route to Cairns, the gateway to two of the world’s most incredible ecosystems: the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.
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Participate in a rainforest walk with an Aboriginal guide of the Kuku Yalanji people and experience the wonders of the Daintree Rainforest. The gorge is a rain forest sanctuary of rare and exotic fruit trees and wildlife facing extinction. After the walk, discuss rain forest flora and fauna with your guide and learn more about traditional Aboriginal culture.
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Take a thrilling 45-minute helicopter ride, soaring over the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. View the jewel-like ribbon reef with spectacular coral formations and clear outer reef waters in many shades of blue, and watch for marine life below.
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The luxurious Silky Oaks Lodge places you in the middle of the ancient rainforest. From your elegant guest room, enjoy beautiful views and the sounds of the jungle. Dine in the open-sided Treehouse Restaurant, perched high above the river, and relax at the Healing Waters Spa.
Discover the different sides of this dynamic city, from the dazzling flavors of its food to its timeless gilded temples and the soothing rhythms of life along the river.
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This riverfront property offers a resort-style sanctuary with sweeping views from the heart of the city’s revitalized creative district. Enjoy the tranquility of the river from the infinity and lap pools, or indulge in modern, nature-inspired spa treatments with Thai influences. Choose from a variety of international dining options, from gourmet dim-sum to Italian and French.
In the heart of the Jordanian desert, a landscape punctuated by sweeping sand dunes and stark red canyons, rises the ancient rock-hewn city of Petra. Experience this remote wonder in the care of Four Seasons.
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Explore one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world on a day trip to Petra. Walk to Petra’s entrance and make your way through the narrow, twisting Siq that has guarded this site for hundreds of years. At the Treasury, observe up close the superb blending of Eastern traditions with Hellenistic architecture.
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Hayat Zaman Hotel and Resort invites you to journey back in time, where history intertwines with modern comfort. This property, chosen for its proximity to Petra, provides a rustic, village-style charm that offers a unique connection to local life in rural Jordan. The architecture is adorned with majestic arches and sturdy vaults, all constructed from local stones. Immerse yourself in the authentic ambiance of the old village way of life.
On our way to Sicily, the private jet stops in Egypt for the day, allowing us to explore the legendary Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Featured Experiences
The Great Sphinx of Giza is an iconic symbol of Egypt. The giant statue of a mythical beast with the head of a human and the body of a lion was originally cut from bedrock and has been restored over the years using stone blocks. The Sphinx is believed to be more than 4,000 years old, but much about it remains open to debate. Enter the temple with your guide and receive exclusive access to the area under the Sphinx’s paws.
From the clifftop town of Taormina, experience the enchanting turquoise coastline, medieval architecture and the authentic flavors of Sicilian life. Explore the unique wine country and indulge in the rich flavors of Sicily’s vineyards, from the foothills of Mount Etna to the rolling countryside.
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Take jeeps to the upper slopes of Mount Etna. Embark on a guided trek through the lunar-like terrain of Europe’s largest and most active stratovolcano, where remnants of eruptions over the centuries have formed extinct craters, crystal-blue lava streams and recent lava flows. The mountain’s mammoth profile and spectacular volcanic activity have made Etna a central feature in myths and legends over the centuries.
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Enjoy a moderate ride on the famed wine route around the picturesque slopes of Mount Etna. Travel through lush landscapes and charming towns to sample the region’s renowned wines and learn about Sicily’s unique gastronomy. Taste the intricacies of the varietals and sip the finest vintages grown in the region’s nutrient-rich, high-altitude, volcanic soil.
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On a privately guided tour, stroll the extensive paintings and sculptures curated to honor the building’s layered history. Tour the magnificent collection of artifacts alongside contemporary works that led this property to be the perfect setting for the acclaimed show The White Lotus.
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Overlooking the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea, this famed Sicilian hotel has reopened as a Four Seasons Hotel in one of Italy’s most historic and charming destinations. This 14th-century convent, boasting panoramic views of Mount Etna and the ancient Greek theatre, was featured in the acclaimed show The White Lotus. Savor gourmet dining at two-Michelin-starred restaurant Principe Cerami, as well as a private beach club and state-of-the-art spa with a Turkish bath.
Discover world-class art museums, gourmet culinary experiences and a contagious spirit for life in Madrid, the cosmopolitan Spanish capital, which is home to a historic Four Seasons property and the final stop on our journey.
Featured Experiences
Embark on a shopping excursion tailored to your interests. Venture out into the city and discover Madrid’s many delightful shopping opportunities, including traditional ceramics and textiles, pearls from Mallorca, and gourmet food items, as well as a number of designer shops.
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Set in the restored and reimagined Centro Canalejas complex, Four Seasons Hotel Madrid brings new life to one of Madrid’s historic landmarks. The grand lobby retains its original stained glass, marble columns and bank teller counters, while the four-level spa and rooftop restaurant from Spanish celebrity chef Dani García infuse the space with modern flair.
All-Inclusive Price
per person double occupancy. $20,500 solo supplement. Contact us for applicable terms & conditions of the operator-participant contract.
solo traveler offer
To show our appreciation for our solo travelers, we have created a limited-time offer. Book a solo seat on this expedition and receive 100% off the solo supplement. Terms apply
The price of this all-inclusive expedition covers everything from travel by private jet, hotels, and all meals and beverages (including select beer, wine and spirits aboard the jet and at group lunches and dinners), to ground transportation, all daily activities, top-of-the-line guides and every single tip.
This expedition includes some Explorer Destinations—off-the-beaten-path stops chosen for their remote beauty, wildlife access or historical and cultural significance, rather than luxury lodging and dining.
Embark on a journey of limitless potential on the new A321, the best-in-class plane for group jet expeditions. This aircraft offers so much more than the comfort of flatbed seats, the reliability of a new plane and in-air connectivity—it also becomes a welcoming home away from home during your travels. The moment you board the private jet, you can breathe deep and leave your worries at the door.
Aircraft is operated by Titan Airways Limited.
PIONEERING INNOVATION
Travel aboard the newest jet in the Group Jet Expedition category, with the largest cabin by height and width of any single-aisle aircraft. The Airbus A321 is 30% more fuel efficient than a Boeing 757 and for your safety, incorporates the most up-to-date, hospital-grade air filtration system that renews the cabin air every few minutes.
COMFORT & EASE
The private jet becomes your home in the sky for the entire tour. Your comfort is assured with a roomy interior custom-configured with only 48 flatbed Italian leather seats that offer 6.5 feet of personal reclining space.
LOUNGE IN THE SKY
The special onboard lounge provides a dedicated space for you to stretch your legs while mingling with other guests and your onboard journey staff.
EXPERIENCED STAFF & CREW
Taking care of you is an exceptional 13-member flight crew. Your experienced Journey Manager, Assistant Journey Manager, Journey Concierge, and Director of Guest Experience manage all logistics to make your trip hassle-free. Also flying with you are an Executive Chef and an emergency-room trained Journey Physician.
IN-FLIGHT AMENITIES
Onboard amenities include Bose noise-canceling headsets, iPads for streaming curated content and a custom amenity kit from Codage. Onboard connectivity features an enhanced in-flight presentation system, on-demand entertainment and WiFi.
Journey Manager
Guest Services Manager
With a background in hospitality and customer service, Addie works to be the ultimate resource for her guests as they prepare to embark on these incredible journeys. She loves being able to make genuine connections and share her passion for travel and exploration. Her most memorable trip so far is Galway, Ireland.
A once in a lifetime trip is one of the best investments you can make, but as with any investment, you also want to safeguard it against the unexpected. We have partnered with Red Point Insurance to offer a best-in-class trip insurance program available exclusively to guests on our group jet expeditions. Learn more
Less time in the air and at airports with fewer layovers. Enjoy unique VIP access to sites and hassle-free travel experiences.
Exceptional Four Seasons properties or accommodations carefully selected by Four Seasons in our most remote destinations.
Top-notch culinary experiences in-flight and on-ground, accommodating individual dietary preferences.
This once-in-a-lifetime trip is the perfect way to spend quality time with your partner or to treat yourself to an adventure you’ll never forget. Adults of all ages take our trips, sometimes with a companion and sometimes by themselves. You will meet fellow guests with a curiosity about the world and come away with unforgettable memories and special friendships. It can also help you memorably mark a special occasion, whether it’s an anniversary, birthday, retirement, honeymoon or other milestone.
The minimum age to take our expeditions is 12, but we will consider younger guests on a case-by-case basis.
Shortly after booking, your guest services manager will email you more details about your trip. This dedicated professional will be your main point of contact. He or she will provide you additional information leading up to your departure and is available to answer any questions via phone or email.
Prior to departure, you will receive a set of amenities for your trip. These may include a wheeled bag, a backpack, packing cubes and other useful travel items.
Our trips are a unique opportunity for like-minded travelers who are interested in learning and exploring to come together. The strong friendships forged on our trips continue long after guests return home and open the door to more travel adventures.
On expeditions with 48 or more travelers, daily activities will be divided into intimate groups of 6 to 12, so you never feel like you’re part of a crowd. On all trips, we offer numerous activity options at each destination such as: guided small-group sightseeing, curated shopping, and exclusive visits to museums and landmarks. Other examples include more active options like hikes or snorkeling, as well as unforgettable moments like an intimate guided exploration of Angkor Wat and our hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti.
TCS World Travel is committed to maintaining the quality and safety of the expedition for all participants. Overall, our trips give you the freedom to set your own pace. Each destination on every itinerary offers a variety of options with different activity levels. In some, you may only be walking for short periods of time and have more downtime between excursions, while in others, you may spend the entire day touring or walking over uneven terrain. You may, of course, choose to have a day off and relax at any location.
On all our expeditions, you can expect the following:
We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate participants with special needs; however, we cannot accommodate wheelchairs or walkers. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements can be made for private touring at each destination. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the participant.
Trip Pace Definitions
These icons refer to the overall pace of the trip and not to specific activities at each destination. For example, an expedition classified as moderate or relaxed in overall pace can still offer active options such as hiking or snorkeling.
Destination Safety
Before TCS travels to any destination, we vet it for safety. We and our consultant medical advisors, Dr. Thomas Burke and the BostonMD team, closely monitor all health situations. We monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), the US Department of State, the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office and other third-party destination experts, and are consulting with our trusted local suppliers to evaluate travel to all locations featured on our expeditions.
The beauty of private jet travel is the ease of pivoting. If we need to change an itinerary for any reason, we can use our contacts in countries worldwide to assist us with making alternate arrangements for our group. These changes could be made well in advance of arrival or even while we are in the air en-route to a given location.
On-Trip Resources
On many expeditions, a trip physician will be available to consult with you at your request about general medical health issues such as upper-respiratory infections or gastro-intestinal upsets, which are not uncommon on this type of trip. Should you become seriously ill en route, the trip physician will be able to liaise with local physicians at your request and, if necessary, your medical providers back home, to assist in determining what further care you may require.
On-Trip Activity Level
This is an active program which requires a serious health assessment. There will be walking excursions at nearly every location, and you will need to climb stairs at some of the sites, as well as when you board and disembark the aircraft. There are some airports where you will be responsible for transporting your small wheeled overnight bag. We will have some early-morning departures and late-night activities, and may travel through multiple time zones.
To help counterbalance the carbon footprint that results from flying, starting in 2023 TCS World Travel is investing directly in measurable and meaningful sustainability projects that reduce the amount of carbon emissions in the atmosphere while positively impacting local communities and protecting local biodiversity.
Luggage is limited to two bags per person. The maximum weight per suitcase is 50 pounds (22 kg). All suitcases will be stored in the hold of the jet during our flights. You may also bring one carry-on bag per person, plus a camera bag or purse. All carry-on items must fit in the overhead bin. Please note that in some destinations you will need to carry your items up the jet stairs.
A dedicated journey staff member handles your luggage throughout the journey. In many destinations, our staff will transfer your luggage directly from the plane to your hotel room. In others, you may be required to walk your bags through customs before handing them over to our staff, but we take over from there. Secure vehicles accompanied by a dedicated journey staff member are used to transfer luggage between the airport and the hotel on arrival and departure. Often, your bag will be in your room by the time you’re checked into the hotel.
We suggest you bring comfortable clothing that can be layered. One of your most important items is a pair of comfortable shoes for walking. Our guests generally dress up a little for the welcome and farewell dinners, but this is their choice and is certainly not required. Also, you will find slightly more formal dining options at many of the hotels where we stay. For this reason, you may want to bring a few nicer outfits. A more detailed packing list with specific clothing recommendations will be sent to you closer to the departure date. While you’re packing, please keep in mind that laundry services are available at most of our hotels. We also recommend you leave extra space in your suitcase to bring home souvenirs of your journey.
TCS World Travel is committed to safeguarding the security of its guests on every expedition. The company has implemented a set of security processes throughout the journey – from before guests depart to when they touch down in a destination. These processes have been fine-tuned over two decades and more than 300 private jet expeditions and thousands of custom trips to help ensure peace of mind for everyone involved.
All guests must have valid passports to participate in this program. Passports must be valid at least six months beyond the end date of your expedition. If visas are required for the expedition, a visa kit will be sent to you approximately between 6 and 3 months prior to departure depending on destination requirements. We work with an expediting service that helps make getting your required visas easier. Although you’re still required to fill out your visa forms and cover the application costs, they will review the application to make sure it’s complete and liaise with the necessary consulates and embassies to process your visas.
We pre-fill your customs and immigrations forms at every stop—all you have to do is sign. Where possible, our guests enjoy special privileges, such as expedited customs and immigration formalities. We may have a dedicated customs counter for our group and are occasionally allowed to go through without individual clearance.
The price of your expedition incorporates large items like the jet, hotels, transportation and meals, but it also includes many other things, such as activities, top-of-the-line guides, private dinners in restaurants, beverages and every single tip (guides, restaurants, hotel staff, drivers, etc.). We also supply you with all the bottled water you can drink all day every day. We even provide you with postcards that we mail for you—all you have to do is write.
Your expedition includes:
Your expedition does not include:
*Aircraft operated by Titan Airways Limited.
Reservation Process
To reserve your place on the expedition, complete and sign a reservation form and return it with your deposit. The deposit can be made by check, wire transfer, or by a major credit card such as American Express, Visa and MasterCard. If you pay your initial deposit by credit card, it is fully refundable until you sign the reservation form. Subsequent payments are payable by check or wire transfer, made out to the account indicated on the reservation form.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel your reservation or change your plans, your right to receive a refund is limited, as set forth in the trip payment schedule. All cancellations will become effective as of the date of the postmark or email receipt. All requests for refunds must be sent to TCS World Travel in writing via mail, fax or email.
If you are traveling solo and prefer the privacy of your own room, you will be charged a solo traveler supplement. This ensures that individual travelers will get the same type and size rooms as our double occupancy travelers.
The Jet tour is operated by TCS World Travel, dedicated to delivering immersive, worry-free travel experiences for the globally curious and modern luxury traveler. The aircraft is operated by Titan Airways, an IOSA-certified airlines with over 30 years of experience in bespoke air charter travel.
We strongly recommend purchasing insurance to protect your travel investment. We offer a best-in-class trip insurance program available exclusively to guests on our group jet expeditions. Our program provides unique benefits that you won’t find anywhere else in the insurance market, including:
Our insurance program also includes these additional benefits for your peace of mind:
If you would like a personalized quote, or have any questions about our insurance program, please contact our Guest Relations team at 800.454.4149.
Global health institutions like the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control are now categorizing COVID-19 as an endemic disease, similar to other infectious diseases we live with daily. In response to this changing global scenario, most countries have now relaxed or dropped their COVID-19 vaccine and testing regulations – so TCS has adapted our policy as well.
Choose Private Custom Travel if our group jet expeditions aren’t quite what you’re looking for. You pick the dates and destinations, and we plan and execute every last detail for you. We are your one-stop resource for all kinds of personalized luxury trips using private jets or commercial airlines.
This Around-the-World by Private Jet excursion will be my first journey with TCS World Travel. My initial encounter was with Rachael, who is extremely personable, knowledgeable, and accommodating. She was very patient in answering many questions and offering suggestions and guidance. I look forward to the next stage of planning for the exciting excursion.
Superb people making the trip wonderful
Great itinerary, great expedition team, great plane and crew, wonderful accommodations and exceptional service throughout makes for the Best of Africa.
What an amazing journey. Every step of the way was perfectly organized and stress free thanks to TCS. The trip, the jet, the staff, the hotels and restaurants were all top shelf everywhere we went. Fabulous experiences with great people. We will definitely be travelling again with TCS