This article, by Rachel Ingram, appears in the 2022 edition of Victor Magazine. Read the full story here. What do a rock star and a world leader have in common? A lot, it seems, when it comes to travel anyway. Due to the complexity and changing nature of a music tour, organising transport for such an event is not unlike arranging …
Memorial Day Weekend Escapes with Scott Dunn Private
Why not make the most of this Memorial Day weekend and plan a relaxing getaway? Take inspiration from our travel partner Scott Dunn Private with these five bespoke journeys – each one combines the heart of our favorite cities with somewhere a little more off-grid. Our Alto partnership with Scott Dunn means that Victor members will earn two points for every dollar you spend with …
Jubilee Weekend Getaways with Scott Dunn Private
Make the most of the Jubilee bank holiday weekend, taking inspiration from our travel partner Scott Dunn Private. From the rugged wilderness of Iceland to a culture-filled sojourn in Sicily, there’s an adventure to suit everyone among these five itineraries. Our Alto partnership with Scott Dunn means that Victor members will earn two points for every dollar you spend with Scott …
Polar Ambition
This article, by Shaney Hudson, appears in the 2022 edition of Victor Magazine. Read the full story here. Polar exploration is changing. A far cry from the first tourist chartered ship that edged tentatively south in the 1960s, today, record numbers of visitors have been able to go further and deeper into the frozen wilderness of Antarctica – and they’re …
Eyes to the Skies: The Urban Air Mobility Revolution is Here
Written by Aaron Stein, Head of Flight Management Aviation has long been an industry characterised by tremendous change, innovation, and remarkable feats of engineering. From the first flight of the Wright Brothers, through the ages of the jet era to supersonic travel and today’s ultra-modern turbofan-powered jet airliners, air travel has seemingly been in a constant state of change and …
How to Beat Jet Lag: The Expert Way
Most people who travel the globe are all too familiar with the effects of jet lag. It typically occurs when a plane crosses three or more time zones, disrupting the body’s natural circadian rhythm. But although jet lag is common, there are plenty of factors that can impact its severity. That’s why we asked high-performance consultants, Hinsta, for their expert …
Save the date: U.S. reopening
In long-awaited news, the U.S. has announced its plan to reopen to fully vaccinated foreign travellers on 8 November. The U.S. border has been closed since March 2020 in response to the pandemic. So, for those hoping to reunite with family and friends for Thanksgiving, absorb the festive magic of New York, or enjoy the ski season in the Rocky Mountains, it’s a welcome update. Thinking about chartering a jet to …
Amber List Destinations
Summer is heating up and travel for U.K. residents just became more exciting. Fully vaccinated U.K. residents can now travel to ‘amber list’ countries without having to quarantine on arrival back in the U.K. Opening up more than 100 countries on the amber list, enjoy the freedom to fly where you want this summer. From Mediterranean moments to beach bliss …
The ‘Green Light’ for British tourists
The long awaited ‘Green List’, opens more countries to British leisure travel. From Malta and Madeira to the Balearics and the Caribbean, the irresistible lure of island life is calling. Here are the necessary requirements to travel to a green list country, implemented by the British Government: Negative COVID test required up to 72 hours before arrival or proof of vaccination (varies country to country) 72 hours prior to arrival in the UK, negative COVID test required Upon …
Transatlantic Trending: Route to Europe
Country by country, Europe is opening up to US citizens and it’s exciting to see the skies getting busier with transatlantic flights as we enter the summer season. Demand for aircraft is rocketing at the slightest policy change, so if you are thinking of flying, especially around the 4th of July holiday, we recommend making your request now. Victor is …