Summer-ready airline enhancements announced:
In the realm of high-end air travel, the skies are becoming more luxurious as several airlines and brands strive to offer unparalleled experiences to their discerning passengers. One such example is the revival of the iconic Pan Am airline, under a license from the original Pan American World Airways brand, which is offering exclusive luxury private jet itineraries.
Pan Am, in partnership with Beyond Capricorn and Bartelings, is recreating the golden age of global air travel aboard an all-business-class Boeing 757-200, seating a limited capacity of 50 passengers. The aircraft boasts lie-flat leather seats and high-end finishes, providing an unmatched level of comfort.
Two notable upcoming luxury itineraries are the "Tracing the Transpacific" and the "Tracing the Transatlantic." The Transpacific journey, set to depart on April 11, 2026, from San Francisco, offers a 20-21 day adventure along the historic Pacific Rim routes, with stops in Tokyo Haneda, Siem Reap, Singapore, Darwin, Sydney, Auckland, Fiji Nadi, and a return to San Francisco. The Transatlantic journey, which recently launched in June 2025, takes passengers on an approximately 12-day trip across New York, Bermuda, Lisbon, Marseilles, London Heathrow, Shannon, and back to New York.
Prices for these once-in-a-lifetime experiences vary. The Transpacific itinerary costs $94,495 for double occupancy and $103,995 for single occupancy, while the Transatlantic journey is priced around $60,000 to $65,000 per ticket.
Meanwhile, other airlines are also upgrading their offerings. Delta is beefing up its long-haul flying to compete with Alaska Airlines' new international growth, with nonstop service to Rome and Barcelona starting next year. The journey will include flat-bed seats, luxury hotels, and activities at each stop.
United has expanded its Newark Polaris Lounge for business class passengers and top-tier elite status flyers on international flights departing Newark. The upgrade includes a larger a la carte dining room and the ability to order a vegetarian version of the airline's "Polaris burger" from the dining room menu.
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue Program, which turned 20 this year, is celebrating with numerous offers. Additionally, American Airlines has launched a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft with a 50-passenger business class cabin, each seat featuring a sliding door for privacy.
In other news, Delta has opened a new Delta One lounge in Seattle for long-haul, premium-cabin passengers, while Greece's first helicopter airline, hoper, has added four new destinations to its route map.
As the world of luxury air travel continues to evolve, these exciting developments promise to redefine the way we travel and create memories that will last a lifetime.
[1] Beyond Capricorn: https://www.beyondcapricorn.com/ [2] Pan Am: https://www.panam.com/ [3] Hamilton Princess & Beach Club: https://www.fairmont.com/hamilton/ [4] Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon: https://www.fourseasons.com/lisbon/ [5] Savoy Hotel London: https://www.fairmont.com/savoy/ [6] Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port: https://www.sofitel-marseille-vieux-port.com/ [7] Adare Manor: https://www.adaremanor.com/
Travelers looking forward to luxury summer travel in 2025 can anticipate an opulent journey with Pan Am, reimagining the golden age of air travel on their all-business-class Boeing 757-200. As part of this exclusive experience, passengers can explore storied destinations such as the Transpacific and Transatlantic routes, offering a blend of sophistication, comfort, and unmatched hospitality.
In a world where airlines are competing to elevate high-end air travel, American Airlines is joining the fray by launching a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft equipped with a spacious business class cabin, epitomizing both style and comfort during luxury getaways.
