Phuket Private Jet Terminal

In the expansion plans for Phuket International Airport are considerations to open a dedicated private jet terminal.

It is proposed that private investors will be responsible for the development and that it will be constructed separately from the main terminal building. It's thought that if the plans go ahead, the terminal will offer VIP ground handling services and hospitality that rivals five star hotels.

Phuket International is already the second busiest civil airport in Thailand and has seen an increase in the number of private jets, mostly used by property developers seeking out land a development opportunities in the area.

If plans go ahead for the new terminal, Phuket will be sure to attract more private jet charter clients and will be a popular destination for charter operators and brokers.

Private Jet Charters are a growing business and are being recognised by many to be the most time efficient way to travel. Many airports have or are considering private terminals to enhance their service offering and increase their revenue. Airports with dedicated private travel facilities are the perfect partner as they promote a speedy departure and reduce delays on arrival.

Ground handling is an essential part of the private jet charter experience and offers many benefits over travelling on commercial airlines. Predominantly offering a check in time of an average of ten minutes and in many cases allowing the passengers car to drive directly to the steps of the aircraft. A real benefit for regular business travellers who would otherwise be spending up to three hours at the airport prior to departure.

Rob Dore is co-owner and Marketing Director of Jet Booking Direct who offer private jet charters and jet charter management services.

A Smart Look at the Private Residence Clubs As an Alternative to Timeshares

A Private Residence Club or PRC, as they are commonly referred to, is a vacation real estate that is both owned and operated by members. It is a relatively new concept that allows you to enjoy four to 12 weeks of home ownership privileges per year at a luxury resort but at a fraction of the cost of whole ownership.

Great Locations
But like timeshares, these clubs are located in vacation areas in prestigious locations. The location may often sprung up in exclusive, world-class resort destinations worldwide.

Higher Level of Services
Meanwhile, private residence clubs have also increased level of services. PRCs may include an extravagant clubhouse and spa, plus five-star hotel services, the kind you couldn't expect to have in a wholly-owned vacation home, high-end condo or timeshare.

Increased Cost
But be warned that comes at an increased cost. Most private residence clubs have yearly maintenance fees that are often 8-10 times the cost of the average timeshare yearly maintenance fee.

As many well-to-do timeshare owners are dissatisfied with their units because of the unrealized amenities and qualities of the vacation package which are contrary to what was presented during sales pitches, many of them are trying to get rid of it. Some of them even hire a timeshare transfer company such as the Transfer Smart just to get rid of such property. On the other hand, PRC's can provide many of the amenities of a vacation home with hotel-like luxury service and the owners enjoy more spacious units in more prestigious locations than the typical timeshare owner. This is good for you if you are looking to invest in a second vacation home, but want more amenities with less of a hassle.

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