No matter how many times I visit Europe, I always discover something new. For 2014, we have designed another less traveled path and will capture A New Discovery of Central Eastern Europe on our Europe Rediscovered journey by Private Jet. Peruse the pages ahead and you’ll find some of Europe’s hidden secrets, like Tallinn and Montenegro, as well as world renowned cities, like Budapest and Prague. This special journey promises to be unforgettable! I invite you to join us.
Extensive personal space
Your VIP Luxury Jet seats a maximum of 14 travelers
Heidi Lakani President
Flight crew is hand selected
Luxury Private Jet Your VIP Private Jet, which normally seats up to 40 passengers, has been custom-fitted for only 14 travelers with luxurious leather club seats, providing you with the highest standards of comfort. VIP Private Jets are intimate in scale, with posh interiors typically reserved for heads of state, royalty and, of course, Lakani guests. Your VIP Private Jet allows access to smaller airports closer to our chosen destinations, allowing more flexibility and creativity in itinerary design. You often fly from private airport terminals where security clearance is faster. Regional jet flights are never too long, the average flight time is 3 hours or less. These are the advantages that make private jet travel the ultimate in luxury vacations. Your cabin attendants are gracious, enthusiastic and will anticipate all of your in-flight needs. You also have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that the chartered aircraft operates at the highest standards of safety and security. The camaraderie of fellow
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travelers, professional tour managers, hand-selected flight crew, vintage wines, champagnes and top cuisine combine to make your Lakani Regional VIP Private Jet Tour memorable and rewarding.
Lakani’s Dine by Choice One of the most thrilling aspects of travel is the opportunity to taste the local flavors of each destination. This is why Lakani includes the exclusive Dine by Choice meal program in each private jet journey. This feature gives you flexibility and a way to personalize your traveling experience. Dine where, when and with whom you choose. If you fancy a quiet evening in the comfort of your luxury hotel room, then order room service. Wander down to one of the dining options located in your hotel. But for those who want to experience the local specialties and ambience of the city, journey outside your hotel to the restaurant of your choice. And don’t forget to seek the help of your tour manager who will assist you with suggestions and reservations.
Four Seasons Hotel Prague
Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest
Aman Sveti Stefan
Luggage One-Touch
Hotels of Choice
For 15 days, enjoy the best Europe has to offer without any care. Our exclusive “luggage one-touch” service assures that once your luggage arrives in Tallinn, you won’t have to handle it again until after your departure from Prague.
Luxuriate in splendid style amidst historic treasures. The Four Seasons Gresham Palace is centrally located at the end of the renowned Chain Bridge with panoramic vistas of the Danube and the hills of Buda. The hotel combines historical elegance with ultra modern comforts.
Your Personal Concierge Winging your way around Europe aboard a Lakani Luxury Private Jet is the most stress-free and relaxed way to travel. Your professional tour manager will take care of all the details, leaving you to enjoy every moment of your luxury private jet journey. He will ensure that arrival and departure formalities are smooth and efficient, hotel rooms are ready when you are, and sightseeing is maximized to make the best use of your valuable time. Consider your Lakani Tour Manager your personal concierge who makes restaurant reservations for your Dine by Choice pleasure, assists you with personal shopping and is at your disposal 24/7. No request is too big, too small, or too difficult because the Lakani Tour Manager is devoted to making your travel experience special and memorable. Jan Moester
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Fly into Montenegro, a beautiful country on the shore of the Adriatic. Stay on the unique islet of Sveti Stefan, formerly a playground of the rich and famous and now an exclusive Aman Resort. Once a fortified village dating back to the 15th century, the island is a uniquely atmospheric setting of cobbled lanes and quaint courtyards. Be pampered in your luxurious sea view cottage where every detail evokes 500 years of history. Relax in five-star comfort at the Four Seasons Prague, a luxury hotel in Old Town Prague, where the main building unites three historic edifices – Classical, Renaissance and 18th Century Baroque for an architecturally unique structure. It interweaves centuries of remarkable history and architecture with all the conveniences of modern technology.
Europe Rediscovered Luxury Tour by Private Jet 2014 May 16 – May 30, 2014 Cost per person $64,900 Single room supplement $6,575 Membership is strictly limited to 14 Travelers
Tallinn’s Old Town
Your Journey Begins... Ta llin n , E s t o n ia F ri. & S at. , M ay 1 6 & 1 7 The Three Sisters Hotel Arrive in Tallinn on Friday on your independent flight. You will be met and transferred to your luxury accommodations in the heart of the old town. This evening meet your traveling companions and Lakani Tour Managers at a welcome cocktail and dinner party. Tallinn’s Old Town is one of the most intact medieval cities in northern Europe. Visit the 13th century Gothic Castle of Toompea atop Cathedral Hill, allowing fine views of Tallinn, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the Town Hall Square. Take a walk through Catherine’s Passage lined with its artists’ workshops of glass, quilts, ceramics, and leatherwork.
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Riga’s Jugendstil architecture
Panoramic Riga, Latvia
Polish musicians
R i g a , Latvia & Krakow, Pol and S u n., Mon., & T ue., M ay 18, 19 & 2 0 Radisson Blu Hotel Board your Private Jet for a short flight to Riga, the capital of Latvia and largest city of the Baltic States. Riga’s historic center is particularly known for its extensive Jugendstil (German Art Nouveau) architecture, which UNESCO considers to be unparalleled anywhere in the world. On a walking tour through the cobble-stone, picturesque streets, admire the Freedom Monument, Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, The Three Brothers medieval dwelling houses, 13th century St. Jacob’s Church, Blackhead’s House, the Latvian National Opera and old Riga Castle. Enjoy lunch at one of Riga’s exquisite restaurants before returning to the airport this afternoon. Re-board your Private Jet flight to Krakow, once the capital of Poland. The historic center of Krakow is a traffic-free zone that miraculously escaped destruction during World War II and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. The 13th century merchants’ town is the largest and most authentic medieval market square in Europe with many historical houses, palaces and churches. On Wawel Hill, explore the Royal Castle, which was Poland’s royal residence and the coronation and burial place of Polish kings.
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Travel to the outskirts of the city to visit the fascinating Wieliczka Salt Mine, which has been mined for nine centuries. Walking underground, you can see the oldest part of the salt mine with its subterranean museum containing numerous galleries with works of art, altars and statues sculpted in the salt. Continue to Krakow’s old Jewish quarter, Kazirmierz, for a traditional Polish lunch with local entertainment.
Krakow’s market square
Bratislava, Slovakia
Chain Bridge, Budapest
Bratislava, Slovakia & Budapest, Hungary Wed., Thu., & Fri., May 21, 22 & 23 Four Seasons Gresham Palace Fly by Private Jet to Bratislava, one of Europe’s youngest capitals and most dynamic developing cities. Explore the cobbled streets and quaint squares of the historic city center by mini-train, the only motorized vehicles allowed to enter the Old Town. Marvel at the panoramic views of the city from Bratislava Castle, and enjoy lunch before re-boarding your Private Jet. Continue your Private Jet flight to Budapest, the capital of Hungary. Begin your tour of this historic city with a private boat cruise on the Danube to see the many interesting buildings on both the Buda and Pest sides of the river. Some of the buildings still emanate the old glory, among them the beautiful Hungarian State Opera House, majestic Parliament Building, Gothic Matthias Church and the eclectic Fishermen’s Bastion, one of the best vantage points in Budapest. Visit the Castle District, the historic heart of Budapest, Millennial Monument on Heroes’ Square, built in 1896 as an entrance to the World Exhibition that was to commemorate the millennium of Hungarian Conquest. Explore the city’s largest church, St. Stephen’s Basilica.
Sveti Stefan, Montenegro
D u b ro vn ik , Cro at ia & S vet i Stefa n , M o n te n e g ro S at. , S u n . , & M o n . , M ay 2 4 , 2 5 & 2 6 Aman Sveti Stefan Fly by Private Jet, landing first in Dubrovnik, most recognized for its historic city walls that run uninterrupted for 6365 feet encircling the city. Explore the Franciscan Monastery with one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe, Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral with its famous Treasury. Drive through the Croatian countryside to the Konavle region, where you will be welcomed for lunch by a local family at their rural estate. The ingredients that will be used for your lunch today come from their garden. Re-board your Private Jet for a short flight to Montenegro, where your luxury private cottage awaits on the islet of Sveti Stefan. Drive around Boka Bay, the only fjord in the Mediterranean boasting one of the most amazing natural landscapes in Europe. Discover Kotor, a UNESCO listed “World Natural and Historical Heritage Site”. Visit the Maritime Museum and the 11th century Cathedral of St. Trifun, one of the oldest and most beautiful examples of Roman architecture on the Adriatic coast. Explore the old royal capital of Cetinje, which is today a center of historical and national identity for the Montenegrin people.
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Prague’s Old Town Square
St. Vit Cathedral, Prague
P r a gu e, Czech Repub lic T u e ., Wed . & Thu., M ay 27, 28 & 29 Four Seasons Prague Fly by Private Jet to Prague and discover the city’s incredible mix of Gothic, Romanesque, Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture. Prague Castle is the crowning glory of the city skyline; its Gothic spires have added to the fame of the city known as “City of a hundred spires”. Visit the Castle complex and enjoy a private tour of Strahov Library Theological Hall. Explore Old Town Square, Town Hall, the old Jewish Synagogue and Cemetery and Charles Bridge. Take a private boat cruise on the Vltava River to enjoy Prague’s landscape from a different view. Thursday evening bid farewell to your fellow travelers at a cocktail and dinner party.
Prague Castle
Your Journey Ends... Depart Pr ag u e F r i ., May 30 You will be escorted to the Prague Airport to board your independent flight home or on to your next destination. Boat cruise on the Vltava River
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Terms & Conditions Europe Rediscovered TOUR PRICE: $64,900 per person (double occupancy) $6,575 single supplement Included in tour price: All regional private jet flights, between Tallinn and Prague; all beverages including liquor on the private jet; deluxe rooms at finest hotels on share basis; single accommodations and suite upgrades are available at 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 air-conditioned vehicles and motor coaches; entrance fees for comprehensive sightseeing; knowledgeable local guides; services of Lakani tour managers; gratuities to hotel and restaurant staff, local guides and drivers, 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; medical evacuation insurance of $100,000 for covered reasons. Not included in tour price: Airfare from hometown to Tallinn and from Prague 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 deposit of $5,000 per person. A second deposit of $30,000 per person is due February 1, 2014. Balance is due March 31, 2014. Refunds & Cancellation Policy: All requests to cancel confirmed reservations must be received in writing. Cancellation Date Cancellation Fee: Before Jan. 31, 2014: $5,000 per person Feb. 1 – Feb. 15, 2014: $25,000 per person Feb. 16 – Mar. 30, 2014: $35,000 per person Mar. 31, 2014 to departure: 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. 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.
Photography: Lakani World Tours encourages tour participants to take photographs and videos during the tour and submit them to the Lakani Travel Club photography contest or 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 December 2013, and is subject to change. Any tariff, exchange rate or fuel surcharge will be passedon 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, or 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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