COME (PRIVATE)FLY WITH ME!

Private aviation is a highly attractive option for consumer travel, but many assume it comes at a price that
only the very wealthy can afford. But with the recent disclosure of the first £1000+ train fare,
it's clear that private aviation can now compete with other modes of transport on price - as well as providing
unmatched levels of luxury and flexibility.

The £1,002 train fare is a first class 'walk-up' return from Cornwall to the Scottish Highlands.
The equivalent return journey by privately chartered aircraft would cost £501 per head, exactly half the price1,
not to mention a saving of 19 hours each way in journey time!

If a journey to the Scottish Highlands isn't on your wishlist, private jet booking network, PrivateFly.com, offers some suggested alternatives for special journeys by private jet this Christmas:

PRAGUE CHRISTMAS MARKETS

Take a seasonal day trip to Prague to enjoy its spectacular Christmas markets in Wenceslas Square and the Old Town Square - without the delays and hassles of scheduled flights. The flight time from London is only 1hr25mins to Kbely airport, and in 20 minutes you'll be in the city centre.

Prague's markets offer the finest quality gifts such as cut glass, marionettes, decorations and the best wooden toys in Europe.

Soak up the traditional Christmas atmosphere with daily carol concerts by children's choirs and enjoy Czech specialities such as hot wine and waffles. Enjoy a full day, and your aircraft will be waiting whenever you want to leave, for a smooth and comfortable journey back to your chosen airfield.

London - Prague - London Day return Aircraft: small jet Seats: 4-6 Quote estimate: £7,200 (approx. £1200-£1800 pp)*

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IN MILAN

Enjoy an overnight shopping trip to Milan - with a private jet charter you'll spend less time at the airport and more time in the shops. Choose an airfield closest to your home, and enjoy the VIP catering and comforts on-board before arriving into Linate Airport, where seamless ground transfers will take you straight into central Milan.

The time is yours to enjoy the city's fashion highlights and some of its many excellent restaurants. Leave when you want to; your aircraft will be waiting - and there will be no excess baggage charges for your shopping bags!

London - Milan Linate - London Overnight return Aircraft: Small jet Seats: 4-6 Quote estimate: £6,950 (approx. £1150-£1737 pp)*

SKIING WEEKEND

Make the most of a Swiss skiing weekend at the stunning resorts of Verbier or Zermatt.
Leave London on a Friday morning and be on the slopes within 2 hours. Landing at Sion takes you into the heart of the
Swiss Alps for minimal transfers and maximum skiing. On Sunday, have a full day on the slopes before flying back in the
evening.

London - Sion Outbound: Friday Return: Sunday Aircraft: Medium Jet e.g. Citation XLS Seats: 6-8 Quote estimate: £9,400 (approx. £1175-£1566 pp)*

Adam Twidell, founder and director of PrivateFly, comments: "With the cost of UK train travel on the increase,
it's exciting to see that private aviation can now compete on price on some journeys - not to mention offering a vastly
superior travelling experience.

"Many people believe that private aviation is a luxury afforded by the very wealthy or by business people but an
increasing number of our clients use PrivateFly for special occasion trips."

For a personalised quote or further information, please contact PrivateFly at www.privatefly.com, or by calling +44 1747 642777.

-Ends-

Notes to editors *All prices are PrivateFly.com market estimates calculated November 2009. Prices are subject to availability at time of booking.

£501 saving comparison: Train v Private Charter

 TrainPrivate Charter
Departure pointNewquayNewquay
Arrival pointKyle of Lochalsh - Scottish HighlandsOban - Scottish Highlands
Journey detailsFirst class return (bought on day of travel)Return (same day) on a privately chartered King Air twin turbo aircraft (seating 9)
Cost per head£1002£501 (total £4510 for 9 persons)
Cost saving per head-£501
Journey time (each way)20hrs30mins1hr30mins
Time saved (each way)-19hrs
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