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2023 Unusual Europe by Private Jet September 7 – 21, 2023
Explore Historic and Ancient Cities off the Beaten Path
Dear Traveling Friends, It is with great pleasure that I present to you an extraordinary private jet journey to places in Europe that you may have thought of traveling to but have not had them included in your previous travels. These are destinations that are off the beaten track of most visits to Europe, but I believe you’ll find them to be incredibly interesting with several UNESCO World Heritage Sites included. Learn why Helsinki was named World Design Capital. Discover the rich history of Baku, the largest city below sea level and nicknamed the “city of winds”. Explore the ancient sites on the beautiful island of Crete. See the benefits of traveling by private jet as you touch down in picturesque Mostar for the day and see its famous Stari Most (old bridge) and impressive Ottoman and Byzantine architecture. Step into the shoes of a Formula One driver as you experience the thrill of riding in a Ferrari on the Modena Race Track in Italy. And immerse yourself in Basque Country culture and cuisine from your base in Biarritz, France. All along the way, you’ll be luxuriously comfortable in suite accommodations in wonderfully located hotels. With the Lakani Dine by Choice program, it allows you to personalize your experience with meals in local bistros or fine dining options. Accompanied by expert Lakani Tour Managers and an attentive crew on the private jet, you’ll not have to worry about a thing except to enjoy every day. We hope to have your company on this one-of-a-kind journey around Europe. With best traveling wishes,
Heidi Lakani Heidi Lakani President
Effortless Travel Between Destinations On A Private Jet Sink into luxury in your leather club seat on your posh VIP Private Jet. The jet which usually seats more than 40 passengers, is customfitted for a maximum of 15 travelers. Your hand-picked cabin crew anticipates all your in-flight needs, while serving first class cuisine with fine wines and champagne. Experience arrivals like royalty, often at private terminals where customs and immigration formalities happen before you realize it.
Intimate Group Size For Exclusive Cultural Encounters Lakani learned a long time ago the value of traveling in small groups (15 travelers). It makes it possible to stay in boutique hotels and allows suites accommodations for all. Become immersed in the sights in your window seat on your small luxury vehicle. And you’ll be totally spoiled with such a small group with whom to share your guide and tour manager. You’ll enjoy private parties, exclusive cultural encounters, and behind the scenes experiences.
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All-inclusive Facilities Your Lakani Private Jet tour includes everything you can possibly imagine in a luxury journey. You never have to worry about paying extra for optional sightseeing, meals or services – because they are already included. Enjoy these all-inclusive amenities: • Luxury hotels with deluxe and suite accommodations • All meals • Lakani’s signature Dine By Choice with no limitations – including Room Service • Deluxe vehicles with a window seat for optimum viewing during sightseeing • All gratuities to guides, drivers, hotel restaurant staff and Tour Manager • Tour Manager plus an Operations Manager • Special entertainment and gala evenings • First class cuisine with fine wines and champagnes aboard the Lakani Private Jet • Luggage One-Touch
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Experience the Lakani Difference Effortless Travel Between Destinations On A Private Jet
Sink into luxury in your leather club seat on your posh VIP Private Jet. The jet which usually seats more than 40 passengers, is custom-fitted for a maximum of 15 travelers. Your hand-picked cabin crew anticipates all your in-flight needs, while serving first class cuisine with fine wines and champagne. Experience arrivals like royalty, often at private terminals where customs and immigration formalities happen before you realize it.
Intimate Group Size For Exclusive Cultural Encounters
Lakani learned a long time ago the value of traveling in small groups (15 travelers). It makes it possible to stay in boutique hotels/ lodges and allows suite accommodations for all. Become immersed in the sights in your window seat on your small luxury vehicle. And you’ll be totally spoiled with such a small group with whom to share your guide and tour manager. You’ll enjoy private parties, exclusive cultural encounters, and behind the scenes experiences.
Luxuriate In Sumptuous Suites
Luxuriate in sumptuous suites in hotels and lodges chosen for their proximity to wildlife, historic treasures, and cultural attractions. Delight in the special features of each place, whether it is private plunge pools, spectacular sea views, gastronomic specialties, or unrivaled service. You can be sure that you will be comfortable, secure, and will have an extraordinary experience.
Enchanting Encounters Along the Way
There is something very special about conversing with a local artist or chef as you watch them work their magic in their craft. Or perhaps it is getting to visit with a local tribe and learning about their fascinating traditions. Lakani knows that these extraordinary moments are likely to be some of the most unforgettable on your vacation, so it is important to include as many opportunities as possible.
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Dine By Choice – Your Way
One of the pleasures of traveling is the freedom to sample culinary specialties of each region. Sometimes you just want to sit in a charming bistro, or you may wish to experience fine dining in a local restaurant, or perhaps enjoy your meal in the comfort and privacy of your room. We designed our Dine by Choice program with all those freedoms in mind – so that you can enjoy your trip in your own way.
Dedicated “Concierge” At Your Service
Consider your Lakani Tour Manager your concierge, who will take care of your every need all along the way. From restaurant reservations to finding that special gift, your concierge is on hand to help you. With decades of experience leading private jet trips, the Lakani Tour Managers are experts at making sure that you get the most out of your vacation.
Luggage One-Touch – Hassle Free Luggage Throughout
Imagine not having to worry about your luggage from the time you join the tour until the day you say goodbye to your newfound friends. Lakani is aware of the hassle of taking care of your luggage, and you can rest assured that your belongings will be safely handled and delivered directly to your room without you having to lift a finger, leaving you to enjoy the journey.
Sustainable Travel
Let us not forget that our world is precious; the land and its inhabitants must be protected. Lakani is strongly dedicated to the principles of responsible tourism. We support those facilities that are increasingly using solar energy to provide power, using reusable materials in place of plastic, and use locally sourced foods to help sustain their communities.
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UNUSUAL EUROPE BY PRIVATE JET September 7 – 21, 2023 Cost per person TO BE ADVISED Single accommodations supplement TO BE ADVISED Limited to maximum 15 travelers Suite Accommodations Throughout
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
AIRCRAFT Challenger 850 or comparable Aircraft and seating configuration subject to change FLIGHT ITINERARY Helsinki/Baku Baku/Heraklion Heraklion/Mostar Mostar/Bologna Bologna/Biarritz
3:50 hrs 3:30 hrs 1:50 hrs 1:10 hrs 1:50 hrs
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Visit the gold domed Uspenski Orthodox cathedral representing the Russian era in Finland’s history
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Attend an inspiring classical concert of renowned Finnish composer Jean Sibelius’s most popular compositions, performed by some of the best musicians in Finland.
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View the Temple of fire worshipers in Baku, built on the site of natural gas output and symbolizes the cult of the Eternal Flame.
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Observe the natural phenomenon of Mount Yanardagh, the “burning” mountain where the hills appear to be permanently ablaze at dusk
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Be taken back 4,000 years to the time of the oldest civilization in Europe, the Minoan Civilization, during the visit to Knossos Palace in the island of Crete
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Cross the iconic Stari Most, the 16th-century Ottoman-style bridge across the Neretva river in Mostar
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Join a charming local host on a food shopping expedition, followed by a hands on pasta making class in a private home in Bologna
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Rev up the engine of a Ferrari for the racing experience at the exclusive race track in Modena
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Indulge in a lavish lunch at a gastronomic restaurant in Bayonne after being entertained by a Basque choir
Hotel Kamp
Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas
Four Seasons Hotel Baku
Grand Hotel Majestic
Hotel du Palais
Hotels of Choice Hotel Kamp, Helsinki, Finland Arrive in Helsinki and sink into your luxurious and spacious suite overlooking Esplanade Park or the city in the historic hotel in the heart of the city. You may wish to visit Kamp Spa for a signature treatment. Enjoy breakfast in your suite, if you choose. Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan Your elegant Executive Suite awaits in your beaux-arts style hotel on the waterfront in the center of the city. Step out onto your balcony for a whiff of the Caspian Sea air and views of the Old City. Your two-room suite affords ample space and luxury amenities for relaxing in your leisure time. Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, Crete, Greece Immerse yourself in South Aegean island bliss in your spacious Wellness Waterfront Island Suite with sumptuous amenities. Wake up to the Grecian sunrise and step out onto your private balcony and perhaps enjoy your breakfast while taking in the stunning views of the sea. Take a dip in the pool or visit the Espace Vitalite Chenot Spa for a relaxing treatment in between exploring the island.
Grand Hotel Majestic “Gia Baglioni,” Bologna, Italy Step back into history at the five-star, century-old luxury hotel that sits within a seminary designed for Cardinal Prospero Lambertini in 1740. Your Junior Suite is uniquely decorated in 18th century French style with parquet floors and white marble bathroom. Hotel du Palais, Biarritz, France An Ocean View Jr. Suite in the legendary palatial hotel overlooking the Grande Plage on the Bay of Biscay is your home for the final three nights of your unforgettable journey. The iconic hotel is the former Imperial Residence of Napoleon III and Empress Eugenia de Montijo and you’ll see their influence throughout the property.
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Your Journey Begins... HELSINKI, FINLAND THU & FRI, SEP 7 & 8 Hotel Kamp Arrive in Finland’s capital city, Helsinki. Enjoy VIP treatment and assistance at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Meet fellow travelers and your Lakani Tour Managers at an evening cocktail party. Gain insight into the World Design Capital as you tour the city highlights. Visit the unique Temppeliaukio Rock Church, built into the bedrock. See the historic monuments of Senate Square. Admire the Eastern Orthodox Uspenski Cathedral. Marvel at the unforgettable Sibelius Monument, dedicated to Finnish composer, Jean Sibelius. Sample Finnish delicacies at Market Hall during your visit of Market Square. And stand in awe at the landmark White Lutheran Cathedral on neo-classical Senate Square. After lunch, attend an inspirational performance by some of Finland’s best musicians presenting music by Jean Sibelius. Then climb aboard a century-old vintage train that will take you past prominent city sights and through the popular Kallio neighborhood.
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BAKU, AZERBAIJAN SAT, SUN & MON, SEP 9, 10 & 11 Four Seasons Hotel Baku Board the Lakani Private Jet and fly to the capital of Azerbaijan, on the shores of the Caspian Sea. Begin your exploration with a cocktail sunset cruise by private boat. Discover the Old Town, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit the 15th-century Palace of the Shirvanshahs with its mausoleum, mosques, and terraced royal buildings. Walk through narrow alleys and winding passages lined by high medieval fortress walls. See the legendary Maiden Tower, the Synyk-Kala Minaret, and Philharmonic Hall. Dine in Baku’s charming Mugam Club while being entertained by live Azerbaijani and Mugam music. Drive along the Baku Boulevard, the coastal promenade also known as Seaside Park. Learn about the country’s rich history in textiles at the Azerbaijan Museum of Carpets. In 2010, UNESCO proclaimed them a “Masterpiece of Intangible Heritage.” Visit the Fire Worshipper’s Temple, the Holy place of Zoroastrians and see the impressive natural phenomenon at Yanar Dag, continually ablaze due to the steady seep of gas from under the surface of the sandstone.
ISLAND OF CRETE, GREECE TUE, WED & THU, SEP 12, 13 & 14 Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas Take the Lakani Private Jet to Heraklion, Crete. The largest of the Greek Islands is renowned for its rich history and crystal clear beaches. Gain an insider’s view of Cretan culture and history during your exploration of the ruins of Knossos Palace. Settled as early as the Neolithic period, Knossos has been called Europe’s oldest city and the Bronze Age palace once held 18,000 people. After a typical Cretan lunch, discover more Minoan civilization artifacts in the impressive Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Stroll and browse the city’s charming shops and cafes. Visit a family-run vineyard in the wine region of Peza and learn how to make some of Crete’s specialties in a cooking class. Enjoy the fruits of your labors accompanied by some of the estate’s finest wines.
MOSTAR, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA FRI, SEP 15 DAY STOP Travel by Lakani Private Jet to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Tour the city and see its most famous landmark, Stari Most, the old bridge that spans the Neretva River and is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the Byzantine, Ottoman, and Slavic influences as you explore the city.
Re-board the jet and continue across the Adriatic to Bologna, the capital of Emilia-Romagna, a region long been considered the Cradle of Italian cuisine.
BOLOGNA, ITALY FRI, SAT & SUN, SEP 15, 16 & 17 Grand Hotel Majestic “Già Baglioni” Begin your exploration of Bologna with a shopping trip to the local market with your local hostess. Learn how to make pasta from an expert followed by lunch in a private home. Work off your lunch with a walking tour of Bologna’s historic center and admire the medieval Asinelli Tower, a symbol of Bologna for 900 years that stands over 318 ft high. Visit the impressive Anatomical Theatre of the Archiginnasio with its remarkable ceiling and wall decorations, carvings and its ornate anatomical table where university students from the 16th century would have learned about human anatomy and surgery. Tour the unique Santo Stefano Basilica complex and then end the afternoon inside the 13th-century Church of Santa Maria della Vita. Drive to Modena and get a thrill as you enter the Modena Racetrack (Autodromo di Modena) and be driven in a Ferrari, with the engine being pushed to its limits. After lunch, stop in Maranello to visit the Enzo Ferrari Museum, where you will see an exhibition of Ferrari cars and memorabilia owned by Enzo Ferrari. On your way back to Bologna, you’ll have a chance to sample balsamic vinegar at a local producer.
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San Sebastian Promenade
BIARRITZ, FRANCE MON, TUE, & WED, SEP. 18, 19, & 20 HOTEL DU PALAIS Board the Lakani Private Jet for your final leg to Biarritz on the Basque coast. See the Rock of the Madonna and Grande Plage on your tour of the city. Venture to the nearby city of Bayonne for a light reception and entertainment by a Basque choir. Enjoy a gourmet lunch in the Michelin starred restaurant, Auberge du Cheval Blanc followed by a walking tour of Bayonne. CHOOSE YOUR DAY ON WEDNESDAY SAN SEBASTIAN Drive to St. Jean de Luz to visit Maison Louis XIV and the Basque church. Continue to Spain and ascend Monte Igueldo funicular for a panoramic view of the picturesque coast and San Sebastian. Descend into the town for a gastronomic experience – a Tapas rally lunch where you’ll dine at three tapas bars. BILBAO & GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM Travel south to Bilbao, Spain, home to the famous Guggenheim Museum designed by Frank Gehry. The iconic building is one of the most admired works of contemporary architecture. Learn about the building and the collection of modern art from a specialized museum guide.
Reminisce with fellow travelers and your tour managers at a festive farewell cocktail and dinner party.
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Your Journey Ends HO M E WA RD B O U N D THU . , S E P 2 1
Bid farewell to Europe and your newfound friends as you depart for the airport and your homeward bound or onward destination flight.
TERMS & CONDITIONS UNUSUAL EUROPE TOUR PRICE: PRICE TO BE ADVISED per person (double occupancy) PRICE TO BE ADVISED single supplement Included in tour price: All regional private jet flights, between Helsinki and Biarritz; all beverages including liquor on the private jet; an array of suites and deluxe rooms at finest hotels on share basis; single accommodations are available at an additional cost (Lakani reserves the right to substitute hotels for those named in the brochure when necessary); three meals per day, a la carte where available or practical; bottled water, coffee and tea with meals on the ground; special events; transportation by deluxe airconditioned vehicles and motor coaches; entrance fees for comprehensive sightseeing; gratuities to hotel and restaurant staff, local guides and drivers; knowledgeable local guides; Lakani tour managers; baggage porterage throughout including two medium sized pieces of baggage; airport taxes; amenities package; transfers between airport and hotel in overseas gateway cities at the beginning and end of the trip. Not included in tour price: Airfare from hometown to Helsinki and from Biarritz to hometown; trip cancellation insurance; medical and accident insurance; passport and visa fees; personal expenses (such as mini bar, laundry, telephone, fax, and internet charges); inoculations and medications; other gratuities not specifically mentioned as included. Payment requirements: To confirm your reservation, we require an initial payment of $5,000 per person. A further deposit of $30,000 per person is due Jan. 25, 2023. Balance is due May 1, 2023. Refunds & Cancellation Policy: All requests to cancel confirmed reservations must be received in writing. Cancellation Date Cancellation Fees: Dates Cancellation Fee Before Jan 24, 2023 $5,000 per person Jan 25 – Apr 30, 2023 $35,000 per person After May 1, 2023 NO REFUND Refunds will not be made for unused portion of the tour, such as, but not limited to, sightseeing excursions, meals, and or other pre-arranged services. Refunds are limited to the amounts as stated in our Cancellation Policy. Insurance: Lakani World Tours cannot be held responsible or liable for loss, damage, or theft of luggage or personal belongings, nor for personal injury, accident, or illness. A travel insurance plan including trip cancellation protection is available through Lakani World Tours. Developed in conjunction with Travel Guard, this plan is available at the time of reservation and may protect you against unforeseen events. Cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. Responsibility of Traveler: This is an active program, requiring participants to be in good health and capable of moderate exertion. Participants must be able to ascend and descend the aircraft stairs. Special assistance and/or private ground arrangements may be available at additional cost, depending upon specific requirements. Smoking is prohibited on the private jet, at group meals, on buses and during all group activities. Travel documents: Lakani World Tours does not obtain personal travel documents or assume responsibility for notifying travelers of current requirements. All expenses incurred as a result of delays or itinerary changes related to lack of appropriate travel documents shall be borne by the individual traveler. Health & Inoculations: Inoculation requirements and recommendations often change; therefore, we strongly recommend you contact your personal physician, local Health Department, or the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, Georgia, 404-322-4559 or www.cdc.gov/travel and advise them of your itinerary.
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and videos during the tour and submit them to Lakani for use in promotional materials. Participants who prefer that their image not be used for marketing purposes are asked to make this request known in writing prior to departure. Prices: Lakani World Tours reserves the right to increase tour prices to cover increased costs after prices are published, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign exchange markets. Lakani World Tours is under no obligation to provide a breakdown of costs involved in this program. Responsibility: Lakani World Tours and its employees, independent contractors and representatives act only as agents in arranging hotels or lodging, transportation, ground handling, restaurants, or other travel services and in no way shall be held liable in the event of failure by any person or company to render services to travelers, nor shall they be held liable for any negligent or willful act by any such person or company. Furthermore, neither Lakani World Travel Inc (DBA Lakani World Tours) nor its employees, independent contractors or agents shall be held liable or responsible for any injury, loss, death, or damage to personal property in connection with any goods or services provided, resulting from force majeure, acts of God, civil unrest, acts of war, terrorist activities, labor strikes, or mechanical failure of transport while traveling. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, Lakani World Tours reserves the right, without notice, to withdraw any or all parts of a tour and or to make such changes as may be necessary. The extra cost, if any, for such changes will be the responsibility of the traveler. Lakani World Tours reserves the right to cancel the tour, in which case a full refund will be made without further obligation on our part. We also reserve the right to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of the tour, or to require a participant to withdraw from the tour at their own expense when such an action is determined by Lakani World Tours tour staff to be in the best interest of the participant’s health and safety or that of the tour group. No refund will be made for the unused portion of the tour. The published tour cost is based on tariffs and exchange rates in effect in September 2021, and is subject to change. Any tariff, exchange rate or fuel surcharge will be passed on to the participants. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk entirely. It is understood that the air ticket when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the passenger and the airline concerned. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their plane or conveyance. Lakani World Tours accepts no liability for any airline’s cancellation penalty or change fee incurred by the purchase of a restricted air ticket in connection with this tour. In regard to credit card payments for travel services to Lakani World Tours the traveler (and or cardholder or the cardholders authorized representative) will hold Lakani World Tours and its employees, independent contractors or representatives harmless for any or all charge-backs exercised by them or their credit card companies, originating from any complaints regarding travel services or involving refund requests of monies paid when insurance was not purchased, or for any reason whereby the traveler did not utilize any portion of the prepaid travel services, for any reasons whatsoever. Arbitration Resolution: Any controversy or claim arising out of, or relating to, any services arranged by Lakani World Tours shall be resolved solely by binding arbitration in Orange County, California, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Acceptance of initial travel services and payment of monies to Lakani World Tours will constitute agreement by the traveler(s) of these Terms & Conditions. California law requires sellers of travel to be bonded. Lakani World Tours is bonded through Great American Insurance and is a participant in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation, TCRC fund. Lakani World Tours 1300 Bristol Street North, Suite 100 Newport Beach, CA 92660 www.lakani.com
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