‘Tis the season of holiday shopping.
The quest to find the perfect present for the loved ones on your list can consume hours of scrolling, perusing gift guides, and jostling through crowds in stores. It’s exhausting. And as the holiday nears, the hunt can become more frantic, leading to questionable last-minute choices.
For the person who seemingly has everything, or says they don’t want anything, it’s that much harder to pick out a meaningful gift. In the meantime, as you stress over gift indecision, you potentially miss out on the real joys of celebrating the holiday season.
Holiday shopping can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Wise up and give the gift of travel, either with a Goodspeed Card from Tradewind or with an on-demand getaway. It’s easy, practical, and fabulous. The gift of a trip will light up their faces, and your recipient will be genuinely pleased that you cared enough to give them something they actually want and will use.
Think about it – experiences are often more valuable than material things, and never get old. Travel leads to greater happiness, helps to broaden one’s perspective of the world, and creates lasting memories with the people you love the most.
Who wouldn’t be excited about flying personal on a Tradewind Pilatus PC-12? No one is going to re-gift this present. Put a bow on it and you’re done.
Chatham, Cape Cod
For the sophisticated preppy on your list, what better gift than a trip to an American classic, Cape Cod. The seaside town of Chatham lures visitors with its wild, natural beauty, delicious seafood and historic lighthouses strewn along the rugged shoreline. The nineteenth-century landmark Chatham Lighthouse stands at the southeastern tip of the peninsula overlooking a beautiful ocean beach. The upscale resort town with a New England village charm stood in for Nantucket in several filmed scenes in the Netflix series, “The Perfect Couple” starring Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber.
A Tradewind private charter flies directly into Chatham Municipal Airport from throughout the U.S., including private airport terminals in Boston, Philadelphia, Teterboro, Westchester, Washington D.C. and beyond. Flying to and from smaller airports and departing from private FBOs saves guests time and allows them more time on the Cape.
The oceanfront Chatham Bars Inn extends Tradewind guests an exclusive offer for a quintessential five-star experience at “Cape Cod’s most beautiful address.” Upon landing, a Lexus shuttle awaits with champagne on ice to take you to your suite. Explore the Inn’s quarter-mile, white-sand private beach protected from the Atlantic by the Cape Cod National Seashore’s North Beach Island, or gaze out at the ocean from a private beach cabana. Utilize Tradewind’s discount with Bespoke Transportation to handle all your ground transportation needs, within the Cape and beyond.
Newport, Rhode Island
The sybarite who loves all things luxury will be positively intoxicated with a gift trip to Newport. The name alone reverberates with history and a promise of a lavish lifestyle. This is the playpen of the Vanderbilts, the Astors, and a gilded age, with onetime mansions turned into museums that capture a 19th-century monied past. The Breakers, Marble House, Rosecliff and others are the glamorous film locations for the HBO series, “The Gilded Age.” Stroll along the oceanside Cliff Walk for striking views of the exteriors.
Tradewind flies you directly to the heart of Newport, landing at Newport State Airport just 10 minutes from downtown. The relatively short runway of Newport means commercial jets can’t land, instead needing to land 45 minutes away in Providence. A Tradewind private flight eliminates this hassle, instead saving guests valuable vacation time. Visit the International Tennis Hall of Fame and its pristine grass courts, attend summer festivals like the Newport Jazz Festival and the Newport Folk Festival, or attend a polo match of the International Polo Series. Discover more of Newport, the former home of the prestigious America’s Cup sailing competition, with an unforgettable private guided tour in classic Jaguar motorcars, courtesy of Tradewind’s partner, Newport Jaguar Tours.
St. Barths, French West Indies
For the romantic couple, gift a blissful trip to the chic, French island of St Barths. This sophisticated Caribbean getaway boasts private villas, French gastronomy, high-end shopping, and secluded coves.
Tradewind makes this exclusive destination easily accessible with both scheduled and private service flights. The Tradewind fleet of Pilatus PC-12s is ideal for the quick descent required to land on St Barths abbreviated beachfront airstrip.
Scheduled flights depart from San Juan, Anguilla, St Thomas, and Antigua, with VIP Experience and a private lounge offered in San Juan. Tradewind also has interline partnerships with American Airlines, United Airlines JetBlue Airways and British Airways, so your entire trip can be booked under one ticket with automatic luggage transfers.
Private charters are available year-round from throughout the Eastern Caribbean. For the most exclusive and stress-free experience, Tradewind can fly you from anywhere in the U.S. to San Juan in their partner aircraft before conducting a quick, wing-to-wing transfer to your private Pilatus PC-12 onto St Barths.
Fly from the mainland US to St Barths private with Tradewind and take advantage of an exclusive offer on the island. Stay at the very private Hotel Le Toiny in a one-bedroom suite with private pool and receive luxe amenities, ground transportation, and a 10% discount off a future trip with Tradewind.
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
Outdoorsy types on your list will love diving, snorkeling, and windsurfing in the clear waters of Virgin Gorda, and hiking in the island’s famous national park. Known for its stunning natural beauty, coral reefs, and deep harbor with mega yachts, remote Virgin Gorda is usually accessed via a 30-minute ferry ride or sailboat after a drive from the Tortola Airport. However, Tradewind now provides an easier and quicker option by flying directly to the Virgin Gorda Airport from San Juan, with their Pilatus PC-12 fleet ideally suited to land on the relatively short runway. Flights are about 35 minutes, and while private charters are available year-round, scheduled flights operate seasonally from December through April.
There are a number of luxurious properties on the island, but the grand dame is Rosewood Little Dix Bay, tucked away on a half-mile crescent of palm-fringed white sand. In partnership with Tradewind, this offer provides guests who fly on a scheduled flight complimentary VIP experience ($250 value) at the San Juan Airport, or a 5% discount on a private charter. Stay three nights or more at Rosewood and receive a $150 resort credit for room and suite bookings, or a $400 credit for villa bookings, to be used on dining and spa experiences.
Another idyllic place to stay in the BVI is Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s 74-acre private island. Tradewind guests can redeem this exclusive offer by flying to either Virgin Gorda or Tortola, and receiving complimentary VIP Experience at the San Juan Airport if a scheduled guest, or a 5% discount on private charter flights. Stay at Necker Island during an Exclusive Use booking to receive an additional night of complimentary entertainment, or a $100 credit in the spa or gift shop on an Individual Stay.
North Eleuthera, Bahamas
For the stressed-out overachiever, a quietly luxurious beach vacation in Harbour Island may be the gift they didn’t even know they needed. Go for the powder-soft pink sand beaches, clear ocean water teeming with marine life, and pastel tropical cottages draped with bougainvillea. Slow down and relax into the serene Bahamian island vibe where the preferred mode of transportation is by bicycle or golf cart, as rental cars are not permitted in Harbour Island. Stay at one of the island’s five-star properties like The Dunmore or a small family-run hotel like The Ocean View Club.
Tradewind offers a smooth getaway to this outer island with scheduled and private service flights from Florida. From South Florida, the flight is around an hour, and takes you directly into North Eleuthera Airport, the closest airport to Harbour Island. Hop on a water taxi and in five minutes, you’ve arrived in paradise. Tradewind’s seasonal scheduled flights run from mid-December to late May, with private charters available year-round.
Gifting Made Simple…and Better
An excellent way to gift travel to these five destinations and more is with Tradewind’s Goodspeed Card. Starting at 10 flight hours, you’ll take advantage of significant savings and simplified pricing on private charters aboard Tradewind throughout their Northeast U.S., Southeast U.S., and Caribbean service regions. With the largest fleet of Pilatus PC-12s for on-demand private charter in the U.S., Tradewind is the clear choice. Unlike many card programs, Tradewind does not charge any membership initiation or repositioning fees with no wait time between signing and flying, meaning your loved one can begin to explore right away. There is no lead time requirement or blackout dates, and cancellations are accepted up to 24 hours prior to departure. For the ultimate jetsetter in your life, additional discounts are available for 25 and 40 flight hours. Members also receive exclusive offers and invitations from Tradewind partners.
Travel is the gift that keeps on giving. With Tradewind, make 2025 a year of unforgettable journeys. Check off your gift list now by planning an exciting year of travel to one or more of these destinations with Tradewind. Each is easily accessible thanks to Tradewind’s private charter flights that suit your schedule and needs.
To learn more about booking a private charter flight with Tradewind, please visit our website. To receive a quote, please submit an inquiry here or contact our specialists at sales@flytradewind.com or 1-203-267-3305 option 2.