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Jewels of Alaska

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Explore the wild and wonderful Alaskan wilderness during this 1-week guided tour. Begin your adventure in Anchorage with a sweet treat: Taste agutak — Inuit Ice Cream — after an exclusive demonstration by Alaska's Indigenous people at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Board a jet boat for a tour along the Chulitna River to a trapper’s cabin, where you will learn about the lifestyle of hunting and trapping in the state. Ride along the world-famous, glass-domed Alaskan Railroad toward Denali National Park, where the country’s tallest peak, Mount McKinley, will greet you. Meet the champion dog team of a four-time Iditarod winner and allow him to regale you with tales of the 1,049-mile dogsled race over lunch at his home. From Whittier, take a 100-mile boat tour of Prince William Sound and the see the glaciers of College Fjord.

Wonders of the American West

11 Locations

See the best of the American West on this 10-Day guided tour. Travel to Bryce Canyon National Park to explore its rock pillars and natural amphitheatres — then feast with your fellow travelers overlooking the park’s iconic orange rock formations. In Moab, see the ancient pueblo dwellings in Mesa Verde National Park, where the Ancestral Pueblo people once lived. Meet a Navajo guide in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where you will board ATVs, explore the valley and learn about the tribe’s history. Later, eat a traditional Navajo meal amid the valley’s beautiful buttes and mesas. Then go off the beaten path into backcountry with your Navajo Guide. On the way to picturesque Lake Powell, stop at the Glen Canyon Dam, then lounge at the pool of your hotel. In Page, enjoy a Navajo inspired taco buffet dinner and performance. Join a Local Expert at Grand Canyon National Park for a one-of-a-kind experience: allow the expert to guide you through the park while teaching you about how this national treasure was formed.

America's Magnificent National Parks

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Explore America's top national parks on this 15-Day guided tour. After an evening in Scottsdale, start your journey in bohemian Sedona, where spiritual seekers and nature lovers alike will revel in its red-hued mountainous landscape. Take a short jaunt to the Grand Canyon, where a Local Expert will show you the wonders of America’s most famed natural beauty. In Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Make Travel Matter and board all-terrain vehicles and ride through the desert with your Navajo guide. Glide through Zion National Park on a private shuttle, before watching the red cliffs and valleys give way to the Rocky Mountains of Grand Teton and Yellowstone. Finally, scale the 563-foot-tall Crazy Horse Memorial and stand face-to-face with the stone carving of the Lakota warrior.

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New England's Fall Foliage

Embrace the beauty of New England during this 8-Day guided tour. Behold Boston, one of the oldest cities in the U.S. and where much of the country was formed; here, you will traverse part of the red-brick Freedom Trail, where you will see the hall that housed the country’s first-ever town meeting and many more historic sites. Admire the bronzing leaves of Vermont’s lush trees as you travel to Stowe, where the real Von Trapp family of ‘The Sound of Music’ chose to live — and where you will stay. In Montpelier, visit a maple syrup farm where you can taste the sweet golden liquid tapped straight from the trees. Ride a gondola at Loon Mountain Resort into New Hampshire’s White Mountains and see as far as Canada. See Maine’s oldest lighthouse in Portland, then celebrate your trip with a decadent fresh lobster dinner.

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From exploring rugged backdrops in the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone National Park to spending somber moments learning about the memorials at Pearl Harbor and Washington DC, our USA guided tours walk you through the history of this young nation.

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Embark on a journey of limitless potential when you travel the world on an all-inclusive tour aboard the new A321 luxury private jet, custom-configured to seat just 52 guests. Experience the luxury of exemplary service, unexpected access, time-savings and value.  Nothing is overlooked.

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Travel aboard the newest jet in the Group Jet Expedition category, with the largest cabin by height and width of any single-aisle aircraft. The Airbus A321 is 30% more fuel efficient than a Boeing 757 and for your safety, incorporates the most up-to-date, hospital-grade air filtration system that renews the cabin air every few minutes.

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The private jet becomes your home in the sky for the entire tour. Your comfort is assured with a roomy interior custom-configured with only 52 flatbed Italian leather seats that offer 6.5 feet of personal reclining space.

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Experienced Staff & Crew

Taking care of you is an exceptional 18-member team of flight crew and staff. Your experienced expedition leader and two assistant leaders manage all logistics and handle all details, making your trip hassle-free. Also flying with you are an on-board chef, photographer, two subject matter experts, and an emergency-room trained physician.

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Onboard amenities include Bose noise-cancelling headsets, iPads for streaming curated content and L’Occitane products. Onboard connectivity features an enhanced in-flight presentation system, on-demand entertainment and WiFi.

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Connecting with people and places

At the heart of our expeditions is the desire to connect you with the cultures of the places you visit. With expert local guides you’ll see and do more than you thought possible, including unexpected access to sites and special events.

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Deepen your understanding of the world and different cultures on daily excursions conducted in small, flexible groups of 6-12 people. Each encounter becomes an opportunity for growth, expanding your horizons and broadening your perspective.

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Tour with vetted local guides who provide authentic and unique insights into each destination, connecting you to their culture.

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Experience the ultimate in all-inclusive pricing that covers, travel by private jet, accommodations, all activities, meals, guides, and tips and more.

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Every hour counts. Spend much less time at airports, with fewer layovers and in-flight hours than any similar trip on commercial airlines. Save time on the ground as well, with all logistics taken care of in advance.  

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Our team of passionate travel experts brings decades of experience and a wealth of expertise to every journey. Our team will take care of you and all the details along the way, creating an experience that will move, delight and inspire you.

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Our Travel Consultant and Guest Services teams guide you through every step of booking and preparing for your adventure.

An experienced onboard team includes flight crew, expedition leaders, subject experts and a chef, photographer and physician.

At each destination our team has crafted privileged insider access to unique experiences, immersive activities, and genuine cultural interactions.

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Everything about this experience was meticulously curated. Our comfort, safety, entertainment and education was beautifully orchestrated. An ambitious itinerary that enriched our lives in part by eliminating all tedious aspects of international travel while ensuring we ate and rested well. Until our next trip… thank you TCS

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The People, first and foremost, from booking agent to baggage handlers-professionalism, experience and the highest dedication to service. The Places, all bucket list worthy, done like you are a VIP. The Process, seamless transitions every step of the way mean that you can relax and enjoy the travel experience. The Plane, luxury, comfort and efficiency!

Start to finish amazing travel experience!

From the first point of contact with staff to the very last time spent with them and on the trip, I couldn’t have asked for a better travel company and incredible trip around the world. So many special touches, access to sites not available to the general public, all along the way in great hands. I can’t recommend enough TCS for out of this world, all over the world trips!

TCS World Travel

TCS World Travel trip was the trip of a lifetime. We were able to see so many places we would have never been able to visit in one trip or by ourselves. Trip was very well planned. Airplane crew and travel staff were amazing. Aircraft and lodging during trip were the best. Offering many wonderful opportunities.

Efficient luxury travel

TCS allows you to see multiple destinations – many that would be difficult to travel to on your own – in a fast, efficient and comfortable manner. They craft a trip that helps you to sample some of the finest aspects of each location, such as the architecture, the history, the food and other aspects of the local culture. Their staff is kind and goes out of their way to ensure that all the guests are having an excellent experience.

We would give TCS 10 stars if we could!

We would give TCS 10 stars if we could! TCS executed an incredible adventure. Every detail was covered, every lecture was timely and interesting and every detail was perfectly done– even anticipated. This was our first Group Tour after being apprehensive for years. TCS knows how to do everything right.

TCS goes above and beyond

We had a major problem on the first day of our trip when weather prevented landing at our first destination. TCS found us alternate eating arrangements and hotel accomodations and got us a replacement air charter six hours later that allowed us to get to our first tour as scheduled. At the end of our trip TCS got us into the Valley of the Kings in Giza after hours. Forty of us had a private two hour tour of five of the tombs, including King Tut and Ramses. They arranged special activities like this throughout the trip.

A wholly 5 Star experience!

Apart from the wonderful itinerary, fabulous destinations, and first-class ground staff and tour guides at every destination … our trip was made perfect by the really great all round TCS team of extremely knowledgeable, resourceful, helpful and friendly professionals. The same must be said equally of their expedition Doctor, Photographer, Archeologist and Historian, ALSO, equally, the fantastic aircraft pilots and their entire crew from Titan – all BRILLIANT! We were especially lucky, too, in that our trip enjoyed a very cohesive group of guests – everyone got along very well with one another. A real pleasure!

This once-in-a-lifetime trip is the perfect way to spend quality time with your partner or to treat yourself to an adventure you’ll never forget. Adults of all ages take our trips, sometimes with a companion and sometimes by themselves. You will meet fellow guests with a curiosity about the world and come away with unforgettable memories and special friendships. It can also help you memorably mark a special occasion, whether it’s an anniversary, birthday, retirement, honeymoon or other milestone.

The minimum age to take our expeditions is 12, but we will consider younger guests on a case-by-case basis.

Shortly after booking, your guest services manager will email you more details about your trip. This dedicated professional will be your main point of contact. He or she will provide you additional information leading up to your departure and is available to answer any questions via phone or email.

Prior to departure, you will receive a set of amenities for your trip. These may include a wheeled bag, a backpack, packing cubes and other useful travel items.

Our trips are a unique opportunity for like-minded travelers who are interested in learning and exploring to come together. The strong friendships forged on our trips continue long after guests return home and open the door to more travel adventures.

On expeditions with 48 or more travelers, daily activities will be divided into intimate groups of 6 to 12, so you never feel like you’re part of a crowd. On all trips, we offer numerous activity options at each destination such as: guided small-group sightseeing, curated shopping, and exclusive visits to museums and landmarks. Other examples include more active options like hikes or snorkeling, as well as unforgettable moments like an intimate guided exploration of Angkor Wat and our hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti. 

TCS World Travel is committed to maintaining the quality and safety of the expedition for all participants. Overall, our trips give you the freedom to set your own pace. Each destination on every itinerary offers a variety of options with different activity levels. In some, you may only be walking for short periods of time and have more downtime between excursions, while in others, you may spend the entire day touring or walking over uneven terrain. You may, of course, choose to have a day off and relax at any location.

On all our expeditions, you can expect the following:

• Uneven ground/frequent walking up to one mile at any given time
• Walking up the steps to the jet, as many foreign airports do not have jetways
• Trip pace—only one to three nights in each stop with some late-night activities and early-morning departures
• Time zone changes
• High altitude (some expeditions)
• Changes to your ‘normal’ routine: unique cuisine, frequent packing/unpacking

We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate participants with special needs; however, we cannot accommodate wheelchairs or walkers. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements can be made for private touring at each destination. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the participant.

Trip Pace Definitions

These icons refer to the overall pace of the trip and not to specific activities at each destination. For example, an expedition classified as moderate or relaxed in overall pace can still offer active options such as hiking or snorkeling.

• Active Pace: Almost every day fully scheduled, and/or longer flight durations; expedition crosses multiple time zones
• Moderate Pace: Downtime opportunities every three or four days, and/or shorter flight durations; crosses fewer time zones
• Relaxed Pace: Many opportunities for relaxation, and/or three-night minimum stays in most destinations

Destination Safety

Before TCS travels to any destination, we vet it for safety. We and our consultant medical advisors, Dr. Thomas Burke  and the BostonMD team, closely monitor all health situations. We monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), the US Department of State, the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office and other third-party destination experts, and are consulting with our trusted local suppliers to evaluate travel to all locations featured on our expeditions. 

The beauty of private jet travel is the ease of pivoting. If we need to change an itinerary for any reason, we can use our contacts in countries worldwide to assist us with making alternate arrangements for our group. These changes could be made well in advance of arrival or even while we are in the air en-route to a given location.

On-Trip Resources

On many expeditions, a trip physician will be available to consult with you at your request about general medical health issues such as upper-respiratory infections or gastro-intestinal upsets, which are not uncommon on this type of trip. Should you become seriously ill en route, the trip physician will be able to liaise with local physicians at your request and, if necessary, your medical providers back home, to assist in determining what further care you may require.

On-Trip Activity Level

This is an active program which requires a serious health assessment. There will be walking excursions at nearly every location, and you will need to climb stairs at some of the sites, as well as when you board and disembark the aircraft. There are some airports where you will be responsible for transporting your small wheeled overnight bag. We will have some early-morning departures and late-night activities, and may travel through multiple time zones.

To help counterbalance the carbon footprint that results from flying, starting in 2023 TCS World Travel is investing directly in measurable and meaningful sustainability projects that reduce the amount of carbon emissions in the atmosphere while positively impacting local communities and protecting local biodiversity.

Our luggage allowances are based on the type of aircraft on which the expedition is offered. On the custom Airbus A321, luggage typically is limited to two checked bags: the wheeled bag we mail you and one additional large suitcase of your own. On expeditions on smaller aircraft like the Fokker 70, guests are allowed the wheeled bag we mail you and one additional smaller bag due to weight restrictions. Bags will be stored in the hold of the jet during our flights, but you will be allowed to take your backpack and another small personal item, such as purse or camera bag, along with you in the cabin.

On many trips, a dedicated expedition staff member handles your luggage throughout the journey. In many destinations, our staff will transfer your luggage directly from the plane to your hotel room. In others, you may be required to walk your bags through customs before handing them over to our staff, but we take over from there. Secure vehicles accompanied by a dedicated expedition staff member are used to transfer luggage between the airport and the hotel on arrival and departure. Often times, your bag is in your room by the time you’re checked into the hotel.

We suggest you bring comfortable clothing that can be layered. One of your most important items is a pair of comfortable shoes for walking. Our guests generally dress up a little for the welcome and farewell dinners, but this is their choice and is certainly not required. Also, you will find slightly more formal dining options at many of the hotels where we stay. For this reason, you may want to bring a few nicer outfits. A more detailed packing list with specific clothing recommendations will be sent to you closer to the departure date. While you’re packing, please keep in mind that laundry services are available at most of our hotels. We also recommend you leave extra space in your suitcase to bring home souvenirs of your journey. 

TCS World Travel is committed to safeguarding the security of its guests on every expedition. The company has implemented a set of security processes throughout the journey – from before guests depart to when they touch down in a destination. These processes have been fine-tuned over two decades and more than 300 private jet expeditions and thousands of custom trips to help ensure peace of mind for everyone involved.

All guests must have valid passports to participate in this program. Passports must be valid at least six months beyond the end date of your expedition. If visas are required for the expedition, a visa kit will be sent to you approximately between 6 and 3 months prior to departure depending on destination requirements. We work with an expediting service that helps make getting your required visas easier. Although you’re still required to fill out your visa forms and cover the application costs, they will review the application to make sure it’s complete and liaise with the necessary consulates and embassies to process your visas.

We pre-fill your customs and immigrations forms at every stop—all you have to do is sign. Where possible, our guests enjoy special privileges, such as expedited customs and immigration formalities. We may have a dedicated customs counter for our group and are occasionally allowed to go through without individual clearance.

The price of your expedition incorporates large items like the jet, hotels, transportation and meals, but it also includes many other things, such as activities, top-of-the-line guides, private dinners in restaurants, beverages and every single tip (guides, restaurants, hotel staff, drivers, etc.). In addition, we give you some “walking around money” in the local currency at each stop. We also supply you with all the bottled water you can drink all day every day. We even provide you with postcards that we mail for you—all you have to do is write.

Your expedition includes:

• Travel on a privately chartered jet
• First-class accommodations
• Ground transportation
• All meals and beverages, including select beer, wine and spirits aboard the jet and group lunches and dinners
• All sightseeing activities, from guided small-group excursions and private shopping to more active options such as snorkeling and hikes
• Special events and private access
• Top local guides and/or on-trip experts
• A veteran expedition team who handles all logistics
• On some itineraries, a trip physician who accompanies you throughout your journey
• All gratuities
• Luggage handling

Your expedition does not include:

• Commercial airfare between your home city and departure/arrival destination
• Optional and additional accident/baggage/cancellation insurance
• Passport and visa fees
• Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone and fax fees
• All beverages not mentioned above as included
• Hotel minibar charges
• Meals not scheduled by TCS World Travel
• Inoculation and medication costs of any kind

*Aircraft operated by Titan Airways Limited.

Reservation Process

To reserve your place on the Tour, you must complete and sign the Reservation Form and pay your deposit. The deposit can be made by wire transfer or by a major credit card such as American Express, Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card. To cover the cost of processing a credit or charge card transaction, and pursuant to applicable state regulations (including, with respect to Colorado, section 5-2-212, Colorado Revised Statutes), TCS charges a surcharge of 3.0 % for credit card payments. This surcharge is not greater than our merchant discount rate for credit card transactions and does not apply to payment via debit card, ACH or check or redemption of a gift card, or to credit card payments with a billing address in Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Puerto Rico. Your place on the Tour is not reserved until the deposit and signed reservation form are both received.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel your reservation or change your plans, your right to receive a refund is limited, as set forth in the trip payment schedule. All cancellations will become effective as of the date of the postmark or email receipt. All requests for refunds must be sent to TCS World Travel in writing via mail, fax or email.

If you are traveling solo and prefer the privacy of your own room, you will be charged a solo traveler supplement. This ensures that individual travelers will get the same type and size rooms as our double occupancy travelers.

The Jet tour is operated by TCS World Travel, dedicated to delivering immersive, worry-free travel experiences for the globally curious and modern luxury traveler. The aircraft is operated by Titan Airways, an IOSA-certified airlines with over 30 years of experience in bespoke air charter travel.

We strongly recommend purchasing insurance to protect your travel investment. We offer a best-in-class trip insurance program available exclusively to guests on our group jet expeditions. Our program provides unique benefits that you won’t find anywhere else in the insurance market, including:

• Insurance for your entire trip cost in a single streamlined plan
• The ability to purchase the plan and waive pre-existing conditions any time up until final payment
• COVID-19 coverage, with the option to cancel before your trip departs
• Flexibility to pay in installments and insure your trip as you go

Our insurance program also includes these additional benefits for your peace of mind:

• No-risk guarantee allowing you to cancel your plan within 10 days and receive a full refund
• Coverage for trip cancellation/interruption, baggage loss, emergency dental and more
• Option to add on Cancel For Any Reason (“CFAR”) coverage for up to 75 percent of your trip cost

If you would like a personalized quote, or have any questions about our insurance program, please contact our Guest Relations team at 800.454.4149.

Global health institutions like the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are now categorizing COVID-19 as an endemic disease, similar to other infectious diseases we live with daily. In response to this changing global scenario, most countries have now relaxed or dropped their COVID-19 vaccine and testing regulations – so TCS has adapted our policy as well. 

• While we highly recommend that guests be vaccinated, we are no longer requiring vaccines for guests to travel on a TCS group jet expedition, unless it is required by one of the destinations on the program. 
• There will no longer be required testing for COVID-19 either prior to trip start, at trip start or during your journey, unless it is required by one of the destinations on the program or recommended by the trip physician for treatment support. 
• We will ask any guests who are exhibiting symptoms of illnesses (such as colds or flu) to mask when they are around other guests, helping to reduce transmission and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. We look forward to embarking on an extraordinary journey together as travel gradually returns to normal. Please reach out if you have any questions.

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From humble origins as a Mail Route into the remote Rogue River Wilderness, Jerry’s Rogue Jets has become a Must-Do adventure on the Southern Oregon Coast. Our nature based jet boat tours run daily from May 1 – Oct 15 and are safe for all ages. Don’t miss out on the fun! Come join us for an unforgettable Rogue River Adventure.

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Jet boat the ‘Historic Mail Boat Route’ just as Rogue River pioneers have done since 1895, when road access did not exist.

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Take in the natural surroundings as your skilled pilot navigates the boiling whitewater rapids and swift currents of the Rogue River.

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Jerry’s Wilderness Whitewater tour takes you into the Wilderness zone of the Rogue-Siskiyou National Forest, only accessible by jet boat.

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With Jerry's Rogue Jets, you'll get exclusive access to the Wilderness Section of the Rogue River. Experience the great variety of wildlife from Coastal Estuary to Rugged Canyon Country.

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In 2017, Jerry’s Rogue Jets created the Gold Beach Youth Foundation in an effort to help fund programs and projects at our local schools. Jerry’s has already helped raise over $100,000 and will continue to help with a pledge of 1% of gross sales from our Historic Mail Route. You can help too by “rounding up for our schools” with any purchases made at our facilities.

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A tour with Jerry’s is a great way to get the whole family together, reward your team, or celebrate an event. Take advantage of our charter rates and book a boat for private tours and special schedules.

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• Private Charters – Reserve your own boat for family reunions, company outings, or just because!
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"WOW! Awesome trip! We went on the Wilderness Tour (longest one) and had such a great time! Brandon was our Skipper and did a great job navigating the rapids and providing numerous 360 degree spins. HIGHLY recommend this if you're in the area. We did not come here to do this, just to relax for a few days in the RV, but locals said, "Ya gotta do a jet boat" so sure glad we did!"

"We had a great morning cruising up the Rogue River from Gold Beach. Our captain Kevin was very entertaining and kept us laughing while he repeatedly soaked us with his maneuvers. It was a non-strenuous very memorable time. We saw many bald eagles, a bear and river otter. I recommend it as something all age's would enjoy."

"Weather was perfect all day. Our boat Captain Brandon was very knowledgeable and gave great answers along the entire trip. Saw some wildlife, wished for more but maybe on the next trip. First mate Andy did a great job, very curtious, and helpful! Would highly recommend this trip for the entire family. We stopped half way and ate lunch in Agness . Great food and drinks!"

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Jerry's Rogue Jets, the original Rogue River jet boat tour. Experience nature based adventurous jet boating, wildlife, pristine wilderness, Pacific Coastal estuary, and commentary by veteran boatmen of the Rogue River. 

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Experience Southport's Ultimate Jet Ski Adventure

Welcome to Southport Jet Ski Tours, your gateway to the ultimate water adventure! Founded by a team of water sports enthusiasts and local boat captains, our mission is to provide an exhilarating and safe jet ski experience that combines the thrill of speed with the beauty and intrigue of Southport’s coastal landmarks.​At Southport Jet Ski Tours, we believe that adventure is for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned jet ski enthusiast or a beginner eager to feel the spray of the sea for the first time, we have the perfect tour for you. Our expert guides are passionate about making each tour a memorable adventure. They're not only trained in safety and CPR but also in sharing fascinating insights about the islands, lighthouses, and historic Civil War grounds that you’ll explore.Our tours are designed to cater to all paces. Feel the thrill of leading the pack or enjoy the ride at a leisurely pace in the bubble trail of your fellow jet skiers. With us, no one gets left behind. We’re committed to ensuring that each guest experiences the joy and excitement of jet skiing in a way that feels comfortable and thrilling to them.​Join us at Southport Jet Ski Tours for an unforgettable journey across the waves. Experience the history, the beauty, and the sheer joy of jet skiing with us. It's not just a ride; it's an adventure of a lifetime!

Ride Options

Jet ski island tour 1.

90 Minute Guided Shark Tooth & Shell Adventure – We’ve had a lot of requests for this one. Follow your guide & head to Sandbar Island or Lockwood Folly Inlet for about 30 minutes of exploring time. Our guides will take you to these barrier islands to hunt for sharks’ teeth and beautiful shells. You never know what wildlife you may come across, so keep your eyes peeled!

Jet Ski Island Tour 2

2 Hour Guided Ride – Let our local guides show you around the best parts of the Cape Fear Region via the Intracoastal waterway. We head south to Holden Beach passing through Lockwood Folly & back for a total of 45-55 miles round trip!  We can stop on a barrier island for a swim break and explore for native wildlife, shells, & sometimes if you’re lucky - even sharks’ teeth! Our guides will make sure you make memories to last a lifetime!

Each of our jet ski tours is fully equipped to ensure you have everything you need for an exciting and safe adventure on the water. When you book a tour with us, the following are included:

Licensed Guide: Our experienced and licensed guides will accompany you, ensuring your safety and enhancing your tour with insights and assistance.

Jet Ski: A top-quality jet ski ready for action.

Fuel: No need to worry about fuel costs; we have that covered.

Life Vest: Safety first! We provide life vests to all our riders to ensure you stay safe on the water.

Wet Suit: A wet suit to keep you comfortable and warm, suitable for all weather conditions.

With Southport Jet Ski Tours, everything you need for a thrilling ride is taken care of—just bring your sense of adventure!

PRIVATE JET & GROUND PHOTOGRAPHY TOURS

Arrive by Private Jet & Fly into Exotic Locations by Helicopter

Photograph where no one has photographed before.

Southwest USA Private Jet Photo Tour

Iceland Puffin & Waterfall Photography Tour

Acadia National Park Private Jet Photo Tour

Costa Rica Ten Day   Private Jet Photo Tour 

Canadian Rockies & Grizzly Bears Private Jet Photo Tour

Too excited to wait for the tour.

Customized 5-star luxury private jet one-person or group tours.

We will design a photography tour adventure like no one has ever experienced! Customized private jet tours will bring you to exclusive locations yet to be photographed. Your art will stand out among all others. Don’t wait. Call today and leave by Friday.  Pamela Goodyer specializes in High-End Luxury Tours!

Photo Tours & Workshops

All Private Jet Photography Tour participants will receive a FREE Think Tank Camera Bag to bring on the photo tour. Our staff all have Think Tank Camera bags. Since we will be taking our gear on helicopters, having the perfect camera bag is essential.

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Beginner through Advanced Photography Lessons

What you will learn:.

• Camera Settings
• Shutter Speed
• White Balance
• Metering Modes
• Focus Modes
• Long Exposure Photography
• Night Photography
• Milky Way Photography
• Trick Photography & MORE!

Photography Tours  & Workshops

Learn photography from internationally acclaimed award-winning photographer Pamela Goodyer.

Our photography classes are the perfect way to learn how to take stunning photos. Pamela Goodyer and her instructors will teach you everything about composition, lighting, and camera settings.

We offer classes for all levels, so whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, we have a class for you. We also offer photography tours if you’re looking for more hands-on experience. These tours will take you to some of the most beautiful locations in the world.

We offer private jet photography tours for those who want to take their photography to the next level. These tours give you exclusive locations only accessible by plane and helicopter. Get photographs no one has ever created before!

Learn light painting, long exposure, alien photography, waterfalls, milky way, trick photography, and everything in between.

Individual Photography Instruction

Regular price $150 per hour – Limited Time Special $75 per hour.

We can also conduct Zoom lessons. Book your photography lesson for between 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. or any hour on the weekend.

Get individual one-on-one photography instruction with an internationally acclaimed award-winning photographer. Your instructor is also the director of photography for a motion picture. She also owns Photography Magazine Extra , where your best work will be published after your lessons. 

Personal Photography Guide/Tours

Don’t see what you are looking for? Don’t like groups? Do you want a personal guide to a location? Just email us. We will teach you photography anywhere you would like to go. See our work in Photography Magazine Extra.  Get an idea of where you might want to visit our Photography Hot Spot Location Pages. We will travel anywhere in the world.

Beginner Photography Class

What you will learn.

EXPOSING YOUR PICTURES We will teach you about White Balance, ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speeds. We will review when, why, and how to shoot in aperture and shutter priority modes. We will cover shooting in manual mode along with manual exposure compensation. You will learn how to control your depth of field and background. We will teach you everything you need to know to get you out of auto mode if you are new to photography. If you are more advanced, we will go over what you already have a grasp of (one-on-one) and teach you from there.

METERING MODES We will teach you the difference between Matrix, Spot, and Evaluative metering. Then, we will discuss when to use them to our advantage and practice using them in the field.

FOCUS MODES AF-S, AF-C, AF-A, MF. You will learn what they are and when and why to use them to create sharp, crisp images.

CREATING DYNAMIC IMAGES We will learn about color, composition, angles, texture, backgrounds, lines, subject matter, and what makes a dynamic image. Your instructor is an international award-winning photographer and will teach you everything she knows in this area.

YOUR CAMERA After we learn what each setting does, We will review all the cameras’ settings and help set your camera to your desired settings. Everyone has different preferences, but not everyone knows how to change settings and what the camera can do. You may want highlight alert, image rotation upon review, release the shutter without a card, AF assist beam, noise reduction level, and much more.

PHOTO STITCHING We will discuss and practice taking your photographs to merge the photos’ post-processing to produce large-sized panoramic pictures.

HDR (High Dynamic Range) We will discuss and practice shooting in a high dynamic range where we take multiple exposures of the same image to merge the photos to get perfect exposure throughout the image.

NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY/LONG EXPOSURE PHOTOGRAPHY/ MILKY WAY PHOTOGRAPHY. We will also be doing night photography to create dramatic images. We will go over star trails, painting with light (bring your flashlight), and long exposures for things such as WATERFALLS. You may be tired at night, and it will be arranged to join the group at night or rest and relax after a long day of photography at the hotel. Your choice! Our staff members don’t stop working throughout the tour. (Except for sleep, of course)

Something you may not find anywhere else!

HOW TO MAKE MONEY IN PHOTOGRAPHY . We will have a group discussion and discuss the opportunities to make money in photography by selling your images online or starting your own photography business. We will cover school portraiture, weddings, pets, sports, family portraiture, commercial, real estate, hospitality, accident scene, product liability photography, and more. We will review the start-up costs, potential profits, how to price your services and work, which labs to use for printing, working out of your home, setting up your business, taxes, employees vs. independent contractors, and more! We have a wealth of knowledge in this area, and you can take advantage of our extensive experience.

Photography Business Consultation

Would you like to start your own photography business?

We can consult you from start to finish. How can you gross $10k in one day in high-volume photography ? Where will you make the most money? See our Photography Consultation Page Here.    Do you also need life coaching along the way? We combine life coaching with photography consultation if required.

We can teach you everything you need to know about School Photography, Sports Leauge Photography, Weddings, Real Estate, Events, Portraits, Pet Photography, and much more.

We can build your website, make your logos, start your marketing, create your advertising material, show you how and when to advertise, how to go door to door, and everything you can imagine!

One of Pam’s staff will put you in business quickly and easily.

Learn the Preschool Photography Business

Earn $100,000 a year working seasonally while you travel the rest of the year doing photography.

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Embark on a one-of-a-kind global adventure aboard the custom-designed Four Seasons Private Jet.

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Both in the air and on the ground, our team delivers a fully customized around-the-world journey where you’ll explore new passions, flavours and perspectives. Experience insider access like never before in the world's most captivating destinations.

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Travel is incredibly personal. Our team takes great care to get to know each and every guest, allowing us to create bespoke itineraries within a seamless Four Seasons experience. When you travel with us, the possibilities are endless.

How Do You Want to Explore the World?

Our curated collection of global itineraries is filled with unique experiences you can only get through Four Seasons. No matter which adventure you choose, every moment will be tailored exclusively for you.

Experience the legendary wonders of the world like never before on a journey of discovery, from the Great Barrier Reef and the Pyramids to remote Easter Island and the Lost City of Petra.

Explore the rugged wonders of Antarctica, the mysteries of majestic Machu Picchu, and the vibrant rhythms and flavours of South America on this expedition through the enchanting southern hemisphere.

Our longest-running journey around the world showcases its extraordinary range with stunning natural beauty, enduring cultural traditions, inspiring urban experiences and a stop at one of the world’s iconic wonders.

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Continuously reimagining luxury air travel, we’re proud to introduce the new Four Seasons Private Jet, a fully redesigned aircraft that celebrates the bygone glamour of air travel coupled with a modern, thoughtful design.

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Rely on the expertise of our dedicated Four Seasons Private Jet Experience Team, whose personalized service allows you to sit back, relax and enjoy every moment to its fullest. The Four Seasons Private Jet Journeys are sold and operated by TCS World Travel. Aircraft operated by Titan Airways Limited.

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All our group tours are created from scratch, and with your input, so that we deliver a true genuine experience of the destination to your travelers at a very  compelling price ., our experience.

With more than 20 years of experience, we have designed and operated over 200 itineraries in 70 countries

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Australia, Tasmania & New Zealand Explore “The Land Down Under” on this once-in-a-lifetime trip to Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand. From the cosmopolitan city of Melbourne to Sydney and its famous Opera house, you’ll be treated to a peek into the food, lifestyle and culture of a region known for its friendliness and diversity. You’ll also have a chance to encounter a koala and feed kangaroos, tour important landmarks, enjoy a wine tasting, and much more. - October 2024 -

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Seine river cruise embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of france with this captivating itinerary. indulge in a delectable welcome dinner and immerse yourself in the charm of paris. explore the enchanting village of giverny, known for inspiring claude monet's masterpieces. - october 2024.

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We always recommend making a reservation, to guarantee your seat on a boat. Tour schedules will vary daily, based on weather, time of season and demand. Walk-ins are booked based on availability.

There is  minimum height requirement of 40″ tall for the DRY Freedom Jet seats and 44″ tall for the WET Jet seats. WET Freedom Jet seats are ADULT only – minimum 13 years old and over 100 lbs. Children will be measured on-site and those who do not meet the requirements will not be permitted to ride. Guests under the age of 12 and/or under 100 lbs are not permitted to sit in the first 3-4 rows of our vessels. (All seating is determined by the Captain and Crew of the vessel)

Our tour is not recommended to anyone with a history of osteoporosis, heart, neck, or back injuries. Pregnant persons are not permitted to participate. 

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Delta Cancels More Flights as It Struggles to Recover From Tech Outage

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg singled out the airline on Sunday for ongoing disruptions and “unacceptable” customer service as it continued to cancel flights.

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By Christine Chung and Yan Zhuang

Three days after planes around the world were grounded by a technology outage , Delta Air Lines was struggling to get stranded passengers to their destinations on Monday and was the only carrier still canceling hundreds of flights as it raced to update its systems.

The company’s performance was much worse than other large U.S. air carriers like American Airlines and United Airlines, which were operating with few cancellations, and appeared to stem from decisions it made when its systems first went down, analysts said.

The secretary of transportation, Pete Buttigieg, singled out Delta on Sunday for its slow recovery and said that his office had received numerous complaints about Delta’s customer service. He warned that the carrier must provide its customers with adequate assistance and refunds. Delta canceled about 1,300 flights on Sunday, roughly the same number as each of the previous two days, and delayed another 1,600, according to the flight tracking website FlightAware. The cancellations represented about a third of the airline’s scheduled flights.

Delta’s cancellations on Monday — 815 as of 3 p.m. Eastern time — accounted for about 21 percent of its scheduled departures, according to FlightAware. Another 34 percent of its flights were delayed.

The tech outage on Friday hit airlines especially hard. A flawed update from CrowdStrike, whose software is used around the world, forced Delta, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines to ground flights.

Delta has been the slowest to restore its operations. American and United had canceled fewer than 50 flights each as of noon on Monday, according to FlightAware.

Aviation experts said that Delta’s strategy in the wake of the software outages differed from that of other major U.S. airlines. Rather than leaning more heavily on delays, the airline canceled many flights. It now appears to be having trouble getting its operations back to normal and rebooking passengers who were stranded in the last three days, said Robert W. Mann Jr., an aviation analyst.

Airlines like Delta now “will have to find open seats on already heavily booked flights to reaccommodate hundreds of thousands of distressed customers whose peak-season flights were canceled,” Mr. Mann said.

Another thing working against Delta is that its main hub, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, is the busiest airport in the world . Social media sites have been filled with photographs and videos of chaotic scenes and long lines at the airline’s counters there over the weekend.

“Typically, this gives Delta tremendous advantages,” said Michael McCormick, a former Federal Aviation Administration control tower operator and an assistant professor of aviation science at Embry-Riddle University in Daytona Beach, Fla., referring to the Atlanta airport. “However, it also means that the myriad of connections and associated logistics must run smoothly. The loss of automation meant that it all fell apart.”

The outage, which disrupted devices that run Microsoft Windows software, took a heavy toll on a Delta system that “ensures all flights have a full crew in the right place at the right time,” the airline said in a statement on Monday. The company said the system was “deeply complex and is requiring the most time and manual support to synchronize.”

More than half of Delta’s information technology systems rely on Windows, the airline said.

“We’ve got everyone around the company working around the clock to get this operation where it needs to be,” Delta’s chief executive, Ed Bastian, said on a video message to employees on Monday.

Software that helps airlines schedule and track their pilots and flight attendants can become an Achilles’ heel for companies trying to recover from major disruptions to their operations.

A few days before Christmas in 2022, winter storms severely hampered several U.S. carriers, but the problems were most acute at Southwest Airlines, which lacked the equipment to cope with the weather. In addition, a system the company used to match crews to flights could not keep up with a very large number of changes, forcing it, at one point, to manually reschedule pilots and flight attendants.

Southwest canceled nearly 17,000 flights — more than a third of those scheduled — over the last 10 days of that year. That episode cost the company more than $1 billion and severely damaged its reputation for efficiency.

Delta appears to be faring better than Southwest, but its elevated cancellations and delays raises questions about why the airline has struggled so much more than others. Delta has marketed itself as a premium airline, and it has widely been considered by Wall Street analysts as one of the best run companies in the industry.

Delta is offering travel waivers to all customers booked on flights between Friday and Tuesday, allowing them to change their flights once without cost. The airline said it was offering meal vouchers, hotel accommodation and transportation where available.

But some passengers said that Delta did not provide them hotel rooms when their flights were canceled, leaving people to make their own arrangements or sleep at airport terminals.

Mr. Buttigieg said in a social media post on Sunday night that the Department of Transportation had received hundreds of complaints about the airline. Delta must provide prompt refunds to customers who do not want rebooked flights and timely reimbursements for food and hotel stays for those affected by the delays, he said.

“No one should be stranded at an airport overnight or stuck on hold for hours waiting to talk to a customer service agent,” Mr. Buttigieg said, adding that customers should report airlines that fail to honor their customer service requirements to the agency .

Airlines initially treated the outage as something that was inherently outside their control, for which their only obligation to passengers was free rebookings. However, the Transportation Department said on Friday that the software outage was considered within airlines’ control and that U.S.-based airlines must provide affected customers compensation for flight disruptions.

Delta was also seemingly the only airline to prohibit unaccompanied minors from flying on its planes throughout the weekend. The restriction, originally supposed to last until Sunday, was extended through Tuesday.

A company spokesman did not respond to questions about how many unaccompanied children were affected by this policy and why Delta blocked them from traveling on its flights until Tuesday.

Kate Stowe’s daughter, Annabel, 11, was supposed to fly solo on Sunday morning from St. Louis to Minneapolis, bound for summer camp in northern Minnesota. But a day before the flight, Delta alerted the family that Annabel would not be allowed to fly by herself, leaving Ms. Stowe and her husband, Derick, to frantically figure out an alternative solution. Another round trip ticket would have cost $1,000 and Delta offered no travel credit or other assistance, Ms. Stowe said. In addition, there were no seats available on flights back to Missouri on Delta or Southwest.

They ultimately found another flight home for Mr. Stowe, who chaperoned Annabel to Minneapolis, on Sun Country Airlines. In all, they paid an extra $700 for his unexpected trip.

“Since the F.A.A. ruled this a ‘controllable’ event, how can Delta get away with doing nothing for families?” Ms. Stowe said. “How many other kids are missing time at camp or visits with family right now?”

Annabel’s flight to Minneapolis, surprisingly, left on time.

Niraj Chokshi contributed reporting.

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2,600+ US flights canceled: United, American Airlines resume service after global outage

• A global IT outage caused delays and cancellations for air passengers around the world.
• Several U.S. carriers, including American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines, issued ground stops for all their flights early on Friday due to communication problems.
• The aviation sector is hit particularly hard due to its sensitivity to timings.

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William Sikora III was supposed to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit on Friday morning.

“We are stuck at this airport,” he posted in a video on X at 6 a.m., zooming in on blue airport screens showing system errors. “United, Delta, America, all this stuff is down. People are just sitting here. The apps still say our flight’s on time because they can’t update information in the apps.”

Air passengers around the world faced delays, cancellations and problems checking in as airports and airlines were caught up in a  massive IT outage  that also affected industries ranging from banks to media companies.

Several U.S. carriers, including American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines, issued ground stops for all their flights early on Friday due to communication problems, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

There were over 2,600 flights canceled and nearly 9,200 delays as of 5 p.m. ET, according to flight-tracking website FlightAware . Most airlines were able to resume operations as the morning progressed, but many said they expected disruptions to continue throughout the day.

More on the outage: Global tech outage grounds flights, hits banks and media businesses

Megan Brown said Washington Dulles Airport was surprisingly calm, even as the airline industry was in turmoil. She said the airport was less crowded than usual, making for a quicker-than-expected security screening, and passengers seemed understanding about the disruptions.

"We just took the gamble and came here, and hopefully we’ll leave today,” Brown told USA TODAY by phone from Dulles. “There’s nothing you can do.”

Her family's 8:25 a.m. ET flight to San Francisco was delayed, but they were able to take off within a couple of hours. "A cheer just erupted as the gate agent said we are going to start boarding," she said.

Around the world, airports and airlines advised customers to arrive earlier than normal for flights.

Around 9 a.m. Sikora posted another video showing fellow travelers sitting on the floor and standing in the middle of a crowded Philadelphia International Airport terminal. 

“Everyone is in the same boat. Just wandering and sitting,” he told USA TODAY.

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The cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike blamed the global tech outage on a defect in an update for Microsoft Windows hosts.

“Today was not a security or cyber incident. Our customers remain fully protected," Crowdstrike CEO George Kurtz posted on X . "We understand the gravity of the situation and are deeply sorry for the inconvenience and disruption. We are working with all impacted customers to ensure that systems are back up and they can deliver the services their customers are counting on. As noted earlier , the issue has been identified and a fix has been deployed. There was an issue with a Falcon content update for Windows Hosts."

The aviation sector was hit particularly hard due to its sensitivity to timings. Airlines rely on a closely coordinated schedule often run by air traffic control. Just one delay of a few minutes can throw off a flight schedule for take-offs and landings for an airport and airline for the rest of the day.

"The issue affected many separate systems, such as those used for calculating aircraft weight, checking in customers, and phone systems in our call centers," United Airlines said in a statement. "After pausing all departures overnight, flights resumed on Friday morning and we are working diligently to get our customers to their destinations."

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Are flights still grounded? How long will flight delays last?

"Ground stops and delays will be intermittent at various airports as the airlines work through residual technology issues," the FAA said, adding that it's working closely with airlines to resume normal operations.

Travelers are advised to contact their airlines and monitor the FAA's website for the latest information.

How to find the reason for flight delay

Customers can ask airlines why their flight is canceled or delayed, but the Department of Transportation confirmed that it considers the delays and cancellations caused by Friday's IT outage to be "controllable" by the airlines. While airlines may say they didn't cause the computer error, it means that the DOT will hold them responsible for upholding the commitments they've made to customers when it comes to policies like rebooking or hotel and meal vouchers as the mess gets sorted out. Every airline's policy is outlined on the DOT customer service dashboard.  

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics also tracks causes of delays and cancellations.

Airline waivers

Airlines are doing what they can to provide extra flexibility to those affected by the outage.

• American issued a waiver for affected travelers covering all of its U.S. hubs.
• Delta issued a waiver allowing all passengers traveling Friday to rebook their flights.
• Frontier issued a waiver offering rebooking for travelers whose flights were delayed by more than 3 hours. Customers whose flights were canceled may opt for a refund or credit toward future travel.
• United issued a waiver for select airports so passengers can make changes if their flights are affected, though a United spokesperson told USA TODAY that nearly all of the airline's flights depart or arrive in one of the airports covered by the waiver.
• Spirit issued a waiver allowing customers who are booked to fly Friday or Saturday through any airport in its network to change their flights at no additional charge.

What happens if my flight is canceled?

Department of Transportation rules  require all airlines to offer customers a refund if their flights are canceled for any reason, but customers may be entitled to additional compensation if a cancellation is within the airline's control.

What should I do if my flight is delayed?

If your flight is experiencing a long delay, the Transportation Department suggests asking airline staff if they will pay for meals or a hotel room.

The DOT dashboard reflects airlines' official policies, but many carriers handle compensation for delays on a case-by-case basis and may provide vouchers or other benefits in some situations that are not formally covered.

What is considered a significant flight delay?

Each airline defines significant delays differently, but the DOT's dashboard identifies which airlines provide compensation for controllable delays of 3 or more hours.

For instance, all major U.S. carriers are supposed to provide a meal voucher for flights delayed by at least 3 hours for reasons within their control. Additionally, Alaska, JetBlue and Southwest offer credit or a travel voucher when a controllable delay "results in passenger waiting for 3 hours or more from the scheduled departure time," according to the dashboard.

How to file compensation for a delayed flight

Travelers seeking monetary compensation for delayed flights should file a claim with their respective airlines. Passengers seeking other types of compensation, like frequent flyer miles, may be able to request those through the airline's customer service.

Contributing: Andrew Mills, Joanna Plucinska and Lisa Barrington ; Reuters

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Jack Black has cancelled his latest Tenacious D tour and said that “all future creative plans” for the duo are on hold, following his partner Kyle Gass’ controversial on stage ‘joke’ about the weekend’s assassination attempt against Donald Trump .

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During a performance in Sydney on Sunday, Gass was asked to make a wish by his co-frontman, replying “Don’t miss Trump next time”. The jibe has attracted plenty of criticism, with an Australian senator demanding the comedy-rock   band be deported.

Gass himself took to instagram today to apologize for making the remark: “The line I improvised onstage Sunday night in Sydney was highly inappropriate, dangerous and a terrible mistake. I don’t condone violence of any kind, in any form, against anyone. What happened was a tragedy, and I’m incredibly sorry for my severe lack of judgement. I profoundly apologize to those I’ve let down and truly regret any pain I’ve caused.” However, the actor and performer was subsequently dropped by his rep Greene Talent.

The duo had another week of gigs in Australia and then were due to head to New Zealand. The show’s local promoter initially posted that tonight’s show was postponed but Black subsequently issued the above statement about the tour’s entire cancellation.

Tenacious D was also due to begin a U.S. tour in October with a sold-out show in newly minted GOP VP pick Sen. J.D. Vance’s state of Ohio. That is now also seemingly on ice.

We’re told by a source that information on “remaining tour dates and refunds will be provided at a later date.”

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Elon Musk is cloaking his jet travels again

• Elon Musk resumed using a government program to hide his private jet travels in June. 
• A special FAA privacy program allows private planes to fly incognito with temporary IDs.
• Musk had briefly used the program in 2022.

Two years after appearing to give up on hiding his private jet travels , Elon Musk has once again taken steps to keep his travel history private.

According to data from the flight-tracking site JetSpy , the billionaire started using a government program designed to allow aircraft to fly incognito in late June.

His jet, a Gulfstream G650ER , has been on 14 different flights since the, JetSpy data shows.

Musk first signed up for the free "privacy ICAO aircraft address" program, also known as PIA, through the Federal Aviation Administration in 2022, but hadn't used it since August 20, 2022.

The special program allows private jet owners to fly cloak their travels using a temporary aircraft registration number. In 2022, Musk applied for a new aircraft registration number four times, JetSpy told Business Insider.

The FAA first launched PIA in 2019. Last year, the FAA told BI it had about 390 alternate ID codes since the program began.

A representative for Musk did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Mark Dombroff, a partner and aviation attorney at Fox Rothschild LLP and a former FAA lawyer, told Business Insider that it's unclear why Musk would begin using the program again, as the FAA has yet to make any apparent changes to it that could further benefit Musk.

Jet-tracking personality Jack Sweeney was the first to point out Musk's new PIA. The college student, who gained popularity for his social media accounts that track celebrities , including Musk and Taylor Swift, pointed out that Musk's team appeared to face some hiccups using the program.

This recent implementation of PIA exposed its identity immediately. The PIA ICAO code was installed, but they then proceeded to broadcast N628TS as the callsign with the PIA then switch to a third party callsign. — Jack Sweeney (@Jxck_Sweeney) July 1, 2024

The PIA program is far from perfect. According to the FAA, it allows aircraft owners to switch out their registration numbers every 20 days, but it can be a laborious process .

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Christian Renneissen, Collins Aerospace's manager for flight deck connectivity, previously told the trade publication AV Buyer that while the PIA program is essentially free, it's a hassle due to a substantial amount of paperwork. What's more, the entire process would have to start all over again if the new registration number is exposed and tied to the owner.

Planes are also required to ditch the PIA for their permanently assigned ICAO address when they fly internationally.

"The PIA program limits the ability to identify an aircraft in real-time using inexpensive, commercially available receivers," an FAA spokesperson previously told BI. "This does not prevent parties from using alternative methods (plane spotting, movement correlations, etc.) to identify PIA participants."

However, growing security concerns from the likes of Musk and Swift prompted the FAA to further its camouflage efforts , thanks to new language in the FAA Reauthorization passed in May. This includes adding PIA protections for international flights, among other privacy enhancements.

But it's still likely not enough to fully block private planes from the public view. Sweeney previously told BI that celebrity private aircraft can still be spotted using context clues, such as the airports their jets commonly fly from.

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