Raffles Tour 2018
Around the World with Raffles Aircraft Options
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Around the World with <strong>Raffles</strong><br />
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Private Jet Around the World with <strong>Raffles</strong><br />
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Singapore |Seychelles | Kenya | Marrakech | Paris | London | New York<br />
Cartagena | Rio de Janeiro | Easter Island | Bora Bora | Sydney
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The Concept<br />
❖ Private Jet connecting incredible destinations<br />
❖ Seamless travel, 1 journey, 12 countries<br />
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❖ Unique inclusions<br />
❖ Handpicked AccorHotels properties<br />
❖ Special events
The Destinations<br />
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Singapore |Seychelles | Kenya | Marrakech<br />
Paris | London | New York | Cartagena | Rio de Janeiro<br />
Easter Island | Bora Bora | Sydney
The Hotels<br />
❖ <strong>Raffles</strong> Hotel, Singapore – 1 night<br />
❖ <strong>Raffles</strong> Praslin, Seychelles – 2 nights<br />
❖ Fairmont Mara Safari Club, Kenya – 2 nights<br />
❖ Hotel Sofitel Marrakech Lounge and Spa, Marrakech – 2 nights<br />
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❖ Le Royal Monceau <strong>Raffles</strong>, Paris – 2 nights<br />
❖ Savoy, Managed by Fairmont, London – 2 nights<br />
❖ Plaza, Managed by Fairmont, New York – 2 nights<br />
❖ Hotel Sofitel Legend Santa Clara, Cartagena – 2 nights<br />
❖ Hotel Caesar Park Rio de Janeiro Ipanema Managed by Sofitel, Brazil – 2 nights<br />
❖ Explora Rapa Nui, Easter Island – 2 nights<br />
❖ Hotel Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island, Tahiti – 3 nights<br />
❖ Hotel Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, Australia – 2 nights
The Aircraft Boeing 757 - 200<br />
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Seat style<br />
Configuration<br />
Inflight Entertainment<br />
Catering<br />
Crew<br />
Flatbed seats<br />
two by two<br />
Handheld devices<br />
First Class<br />
3 pilots<br />
1 flight engineer<br />
5 flight attendants<br />
1 Chef<br />
1 Assistant Chef/Baggage Handler
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Boeing 767 - 300ER<br />
Seats 90<br />
Seat style<br />
Lie flat seats<br />
Configuration<br />
two by two by two<br />
Inflight Entertainment Handheld devices<br />
Catering<br />
First Class<br />
Crew<br />
3 pilots<br />
1 flight engineer<br />
8 flight attendants<br />
1 Chef<br />
1 Flight Manager<br />
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The Aircraft<br />
Boeing 777 – 200LR<br />
Seats 80<br />
Seat style<br />
Lie flat seats<br />
Configuration<br />
two by two by two<br />
Inflight Entertainment Handheld devices<br />
Catering<br />
First Class<br />
Crew<br />
4 pilots<br />
1 flight engineer<br />
13 flight attendants<br />
1 Chef<br />
1 Head Purser<br />
Extra’s<br />
On-board restaurant & wine cellar<br />
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Man must rise above the Earth—to the top of the<br />
atmosphere and beyond—for only thus will he fully<br />
understand the world in which he lives — Socrates<br />
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Loyalty - a strong feeling of support or allegiance.<br />
Our Loyalty Elite members are our most valuable members.<br />
In Asia Pacific, Gold & Platinum alone, represents 4% of active members, but close to 25% of all revenue<br />
generated.<br />
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The Asia Pacific top 400 of our 52,000+ Platinum and Gold resident members spent almost Euro 50 million with<br />
our Hotels in 2016, earning them more than 200 million points.<br />
By creating a truly aspirational money cannot buy opportunity for our Elite members we believe we can craft true<br />
engagement across Le Club Accor Hotels, Accor Plus and Accor Vacation Club members. In addition, it will<br />
generate more engaged members from our total member pool, as well as competitor programs, as they will aspire<br />
to join this exclusive opportunity. Finally it will be an opportunity for AccorHotels Owners and Partners to<br />
experience the very best we can offer.<br />
Join us on the journey to thank our members and guests for their Loyalty.
Some of the Highlights<br />
Stay at the world famous <strong>Raffles</strong> Hotel in Singapore |Explore the Seychelles | African safaris in the<br />
Maasai Mara, Kenya | Souks of Marrakech | Drinks and dinner with the President of Accor | Stay in Le<br />
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Royal Monceau <strong>Raffles</strong> in Paris | Dinner in the Eiffel Tower| A Royal Evening in the World-class City of<br />
London| Unique New York Highlights | Explore the ancient city of Cartagena, Colombia | Visit to<br />
Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro | Learn about the mysterious Moai<br />
statues on Easter Island |Three night stay on AccorHotels own South Pacific Private Island | Travel to<br />
Sydney with a special farewell dinner
Itinerary (abbreviated)<br />
Day 1 – Arrive in Singapore<br />
This evening meet fellow guests and your Expedition Team for drinks and<br />
canapés at the famous Long Bar before our welcome dinner.<br />
Accommodation: <strong>Raffles</strong> Hotel Singapore<br />
Day 2 – Singapore to Seychelles<br />
The aircraft and crew will be travelling with us for the duration of the tour so<br />
you know that a welcoming friendly smile will always be waiting for you when<br />
you re-board your private jet. Upon arrival, late afternoon, we make our way to<br />
the <strong>Raffles</strong> Praslin Seychelles. Our dinner is ‘Your Choice’ and you can choose<br />
from any of the hotel restaurants or room service.<br />
Accommodation: <strong>Raffles</strong> Praslin Seychelles<br />
Day 3 – Exploring the Seychelles<br />
You can explore Seychelles your way today. We offer you a range of included<br />
‘Your Choice’ options to allow you to tailor your experience during your time<br />
here. This evening we gather for a special beach BBQ dinner at the hotel.<br />
Day 4 – Seychelles to Mara, Kenya<br />
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Relax and enjoy a light lunch on our flight to Nairobi the capital of Kenya.<br />
Upon arrival we transfer to a fleet of smaller aircraft which will take us deep<br />
into the Kenyan Country side to the Ngerende airstrip right in the Maasai<br />
Mara. We cross the River Mara and make our way to the Fairmont Mara Safari<br />
Club. We meet for sundowners this evening before retiring to ‘The Dining<br />
Room’ for dinner.<br />
Accommodation: Fairmont Mara Safari Club<br />
Day 5 – Safari<br />
Surprise and Delight<br />
An early morning balloon ride is the best way to enjoy a birds eye view of the<br />
landscape and animals.<br />
After an early wakeup call we join our fleet of vehicles to explore the African<br />
wilderness. The Maasai Mara National Reserve is a large game reserve<br />
connected to Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Late afternoon we re-join<br />
our vehicles to explore the surrounding area further. As we return to the hotel<br />
we can see the lit fire of the ‘boma’ the traditional African BBQ meal.<br />
Accommodation: <strong>Raffles</strong> Praslin Seychelles<br />
Accommodation: Fairmont Mara Safari Club
Day 8 – Marrakech to Paris<br />
Day 6 – Kenya to Marrakech<br />
After our transfer by local aircraft we board our private jet where our<br />
crew is waiting to take us on a lunch time flight to one of Morocco’s<br />
most vibrant cities. We arrive late afternoon and are welcomed at the<br />
Sofitel Marrakech Lounge and Spa. Designed in a contemporary<br />
Andalusian style and situated in sumptuous gardens.<br />
Dinner this evening is ‘Your Choice’, choose from any of the hotel<br />
restaurants or join the Expedition Team for dinner in Marrakech.<br />
Accommodation: Sofitel Marrakech Lounge & Spa<br />
Day 9 – Paris<br />
Surprise and Delight<br />
After a leisurely morning we re-join our aircraft and the friendly crew<br />
for our lunch time flight to the city of light, Paris. We transfer to Le<br />
Royal Monceau right in the centre of Paris and within walking<br />
distance of the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées and beautiful Parc<br />
Monceau. This evening you are invited for private drinks and dinner<br />
by the President of Accor.<br />
Accommodation: Le Royal Monceau<br />
Tasting and lunch at the Dom Perignon Champage Winery and Estate.<br />
Day 7 – Marrakech<br />
Surprise and Delight<br />
Atlas Mountains hot air balloon flight with Berber breakfast and camel<br />
ride.<br />
A true melting pot of Arabian and African culture and traditions this city<br />
is best explored by foot. Our guides will pick us up from the hotel this<br />
morning for an exploratory tour of the cityThe hustle and bustle of the<br />
souks are a great experience and after wandering around them this<br />
morning we end up in Jemaa el Fna.<br />
We return to the square for canapes and cocktails as the sun sets and a<br />
whole new spectacle of food, people and artists claim the square for the<br />
evening. We have arranged for a spectacular dinner this evening in true<br />
Moroccan style.<br />
Whether it is your first visit to Paris or whether you have been before it is a city<br />
which has so much to offer global travellers. We have curated a number of different<br />
options for you as part of our ‘Your Choice’ program however if you have a specific<br />
interest please talk to our team.<br />
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This evening we have dinner in one of Paris’s famous landmarks, the Eiffel Tower,<br />
with a magnificent view over the lights of the city.<br />
Accommodation: Le Royal Monceau<br />
Day 10 – Paris to London<br />
From one of the great city to another, London is without doubt one of the great<br />
cities of the World. We land north of the city and transfer to the London Savoy just<br />
in time to join in a great British tradition – Afternoon Tea. Our hotel is right in the<br />
heart of the city’s entertainment center so if you fancy taking in a show make sure<br />
you talk to our team so we can make arrangements for you.<br />
Accommodation: Sofitel Marrakech Lounge & Spa<br />
Accommodation: Savoy Hotel
Day 11 – London, ‘Your Choice’<br />
You might have been to London before, have your favourite spots<br />
to visit. A favourite shop or restaurant to return to? Today it<br />
is your day. For something special we have made arrangements<br />
for a private visit to Highclere Castle where Downton Abbey, the hugely<br />
popular British series was filmed. Will you join us?<br />
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One World Trade Center is the main building of the rebuilt<br />
World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan, New York<br />
City. We make our way to the top of the building to enjoy an<br />
incredible view over the city and beyond.<br />
This evening we appreciate an in-depth view on the American<br />
Political landscape as we dine with a special guest in one of New York’s<br />
landmark venues.<br />
Accommodation: The Plaza<br />
Day 14 – New York to Cartagena<br />
A special visit and dinner at Kensington Palace in London. This will be a night<br />
to remember.<br />
Accommodation: Savoy Hotel<br />
Day 12 – London to New York<br />
A city so nice, they had to name it twice and what a great stopover this<br />
promises to be. After a leisurely morning in London we transfer to the airport<br />
where our private jet is waiting. We take to the skies, “gossip” about last night’s<br />
Royals Night and enjoy a delicious lunch on-board before arriving in the city<br />
that never sleeps.<br />
This evening, dinner is ‘Your Choice’ at the iconic Plaza Hotel where we will be<br />
staying for the next two nights right in the heart of Manhattan.<br />
Accommodation: The Plaza<br />
Day 13 – New York<br />
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We arrive in Cartagena late afternoon and make our way to the Sofitel Legend<br />
Santa Clara Cartagena offering the perfect combination of age-old tradition,<br />
local hospitality and French luxury.<br />
Dinner this evening is ‘Your Choice’.<br />
Accommodation: Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena<br />
Day 15 – Exploring Cartagena<br />
Surprise and Delight<br />
Take a day trip by air to Bogota the Capital of Colombia, walk its historic<br />
streets and visit the Museo del Oro.<br />
A picturesque fishing village on Colombia’s Caribbean coast, Cartagena has<br />
beautiful beaches, charming colonial architecture and a historic old town. Our<br />
guided morning tour will explore the old town. This evening we party like the<br />
Colombian’s with a privately organised street party with food, drink and music.<br />
Breakfast at Tiffany’s, the ultimate experience.*<br />
Accommodation: Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Day 16 – Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro<br />
Our journey today takes us to the marvellous city, Rio de Janeiro,<br />
one of the most iconic cities in South America. Our hotel is<br />
the beautiful Caesar Park Rio de Janeiro Ipanema Managed by Sofitel.<br />
This luxury hotel overlooking Ipanema Beach brings together sophistication and<br />
elegance in every detail, offering a cosmopolitan and upbeat atmosphere. We have<br />
time to freshen up before we head out for a true Brazilian BBQ dinner in one of<br />
the foremost places in Rio, Fogo de Chao.<br />
Accommodation: Caesar Park Rio de Janeiro Ipanema Managed by Sofitel<br />
Day 17 – Rio de Janeiro<br />
Surprise and Delight<br />
Make a trip by air to visit some of the greatest falls in the world, Iguassu Falls on<br />
the border of Brazil and Argentina.<br />
Our program today includes many of Rio’s spectacular highlights. From Ipanema<br />
we travel along the famous Copacabana beach to make our way to Corcovado<br />
mountain where a private tram takes us up to the summit and to the foot of the<br />
imposing statue of Christ the Redeemer which towers over the city.<br />
Another well know icon is Sugar Loaf mountain with its cable car and incredible<br />
view over the city and its many beaches. In groups we join the cable car, the<br />
journey to the top is in two stages and there will be ample time to walk around<br />
and see over the surrounding area. We have a private lunch on Sugar Loaf.<br />
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Day 18 – Rio de Janeiro to Easter Island.<br />
We board our private jet to fly to possibly one of the most remote<br />
inhabited islands in the World, our journey today will take us to the<br />
little visited Easter Island. We are transferred to the Explora Rapa<br />
Nui upon arrival..<br />
Accommodation: Explora Rapa Nui<br />
Day 19 - Exploring Easter Island<br />
Experience a day of “legends” as we explore the history of Rapa Nui. The trip today<br />
will take us across the island visiting places of great significance to the history of<br />
Rapa Nui and we will see different styles of Moai some in an unfinished state.<br />
Accommodation: Explora Rapa Nui<br />
Day 20 – Easter Island to Tahiti<br />
Our private jet will take off from Easter Island to fly us to the Papeete on the island<br />
paradise of Tahiti. Once we have cleared immigration and customs we transfer to<br />
local aircraft taking us to the Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island. Our own private island<br />
paradise for the next 3 nights.<br />
Accommodation: Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island<br />
Day 21/22 – our private Bora Bora Island<br />
We are offering you a range of included activities whether you would like to kayak,<br />
travel on our own glass bottom boat or go water skiing. This and much more is all<br />
available on your private island hideaway.<br />
This evening is a special evening as we sample our own taste of Rio Carnival,<br />
show, drinks and dinner the Latin way!<br />
Accommodation: Caesar Park Rio de Janeiro Ipanema Managed by Sofitel<br />
On our last night we have arranged for a special Polynesian Beach BBQ, under the<br />
bright starlit sky. Beach chic attire required!<br />
Accommodation: Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island
Day 23 – Tahiti to Sydney, crossing the dateline<br />
We transfer back to Papeete where our crew and private jet is waiting to<br />
take us to the next and final destination on our trip. As we cross the<br />
dateline we ‘lose a day’ and arrive in Sydney on Day 24.<br />
Included<br />
Option<br />
Arrangement to stay for a night in Singapore for those connecting<br />
with International flights. Also, the opportunity for those who are<br />
returning to Europe to join the private jet the next day as it makes<br />
its way back to Europe.<br />
Day 24 – arrival in Sydney<br />
Upon arrival late afternoon we transfer to the recently opened Sofitel Sydney<br />
Darling Harbour. The 35 stories hotel has a prime position for exploring Darling<br />
Harbour as well as other areas of Sydney.<br />
Accommodation: Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour<br />
Day 25 – Exploring Sydney<br />
Surprise and Delight<br />
Take a helicopter trip to the Hunter Valley Wine Region for wine tasting and lunch.<br />
There is so much you can do in Sydney that today will be ‘Your Choice’. Our last<br />
dinner together on this trip will be a spectacular experience and an unforgettable<br />
night.<br />
Accommodation: Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour<br />
Day 26 – Sydney to Singapore<br />
Today we return to our private jet for the last time on this trip, the trusted crew<br />
will be waiting to welcome you back on-board with your favourite drink at the<br />
ready. Sit back, relax as we take off from Sydney on our way to Singapore.<br />
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All travel by our state of the art, wide bodied, private jet.<br />
Overnight in top AccorHotels around the world.<br />
Sightseeing, excursions, events and entertainment.<br />
All meals, including drinks with lunch and dinner.<br />
‘Your Choice’ meals and sightseeing options.<br />
Taxes and gratuities.<br />
Services of a dedicated Expedition Team including an Expedition Leader, a<br />
Doctor and a Travelling Porter as well as an AccorHotels Concierge.<br />
Airport transfers.<br />
Estimated Selling Price Per Person (twin share)<br />
Boeing 757 - US$ 114,500<br />
Boeing 767 - US$ 90,500<br />
Boeing 777 - US$ 123,500<br />
Notes:-<br />
- Rack rates used for hotel accommodation.<br />
- Aircraft charter rates can be negotiated further.<br />
- Break-even set at 70% sold on each respective aircraft.<br />
- The above needs to be seen as an accurate estimate which would need to be fine<br />
tuned when the company decides to proceed.<br />
- Breakfast at Tiffany in New York is not included in the cost.
Included Enhancements – Surprise and Delight<br />
❖ Early morning hot air balloon trip in Kenya.<br />
❖ Hot air balloon over the Atlas Mountains, Berber breakfast and camel ride in Marrakech.<br />
❖ Visit and private lunch at Dom Perignon Champagne House whilst in Paris.<br />
❖ Private visit to Downton Abbey.<br />
❖ Royal Dinner London.<br />
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❖ Dinner with special guest in New York.<br />
❖ Day trip to Bogota, Capital of Colombia (would involve a flight)<br />
❖ Day trip to Iguassu Falls from Rio de Janeiro (would involve a flight)<br />
❖ Helicopter trip to the Hunter Valley for wine and lunch from Sydney.
Further Suggested Program Enhancements<br />
❖ Create a journey or program brand.<br />
❖ Use private cars/limousines/classic cars in destinations for transfer from/to airport or, where possible, arrange<br />
for helicopter transfers (executive vehicles, seating 8 to 12 people, have been costed in)<br />
❖ Provide branded hold and cabin luggage.<br />
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❖ Include Spa treatments in each hotel (where available)<br />
❖ Offer free laundry and pressing service in each location.<br />
❖ Include all documentation on an iPad for the guests to keep – develop a specific App for the trip.<br />
❖ Let the journey be accompanied by a well known individual or have them meet the guest in a destination.<br />
❖ Apart from the included branding, look at other ways to brand the experience both on the aircraft and at hotels.
Partnerships<br />
Working with existing, and possibly new, partners to AccorHotels can enhance the offering. Things to consider are:-<br />
❖ Co-operate with a preferred Champagne House and with preferred Vineyards.<br />
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❖ Develop a relationship with a high-end luggage maker to provide bespoke luggage to the guests.<br />
❖ Work with a branded provider of amenities, including facemask, lotions, toothpaste and inflight pyjamas.<br />
❖ Engage with a Credit Card brand for distribution to their database and the possible issue of a unique credit card<br />
product for this trip.<br />
❖ See if there is an opportunity to have Canon or Nikon involved – perhaps a signature brand ambassador for their<br />
brand can participate in providing photography lessons in one of the destinations.<br />
❖ If any of the hotels has a Michelin Star Chef can he/she be involved with inflight menu choices and perhaps join<br />
the guests on a sector where he would present a Degustation Menu.
Competition<br />
Four Seasons<br />
Around the World – International Intrigue – September <strong>2018</strong>, 24 days, 52 people<br />
Seattle|Kyoto|Hoi An|Maldives|Serengeti|Marrakech|Budapest|St Aircraft Options Petersburg|London<br />
US$135,000<br />
Crystal Air Cruises (Peninsula)<br />
The Peninsula Grand Inaugural Crystal Air Cruise – August 2017, 27 days, 80 people.<br />
New York|Chicago|Los Angeles|Tokyo|Beijing|Shanghai|Hong Kong|Manila|Bangkok|Paris|New York<br />
US$159,000
Supporting Comments<br />
The proposed itinerary is a draft of a possible Around the World with <strong>Raffles</strong> private jet journey. The itinerary<br />
can be adjusted and inclusions altered. As a matter of fact I would strongly recommend to hold detailed<br />
discussions with the Head Concierge in each hotel to solicit input in creating unique and memorable<br />
experiences in the destinations visited.<br />
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The pricing includes the services of an experienced and dedicated team of ‘on tour’ professionals who will<br />
ensure a smooth and seamless travel experience. One of the team members is a qualified Doctor.<br />
At this stage there are no set dates, no services are booked or contracted. If and when AccorHotels decides<br />
they would like to proceed I will prepare a proposal on how the above can become reality. Generally, lead in<br />
time between launch and operation should be between 18 and12 months before departure.
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United Kingdom<br />
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