PEAK SEASON, POWERED BY INNOVATION
As we move into peak planning season, we’re also busy in the air leading extraordinary journeys by private charter, each one showing the power and potential of what touring by private air makes possible.
The strongest programmes share the same DNA: a compelling story woven across destinations, anchored by iconic moments, enriched with behind-the-scenes access, and lifted by unexpected stops that deepen the experience. Private air is what turns this vision into reality, connecting places seamlessly and opening doors that scheduled travel simply cannot.
In a touring and cruising market where originality is essential, this is innovation by nature: creating journeys that are distinctive, efficient, and completely unique to our partners. Whether it’s aircraft and delivery, contracting and pricing, or a full turnkey programme, Bartelings helps partners design concepts that blend the iconic with the unexpected, and transform them into journeys of lasting impact.
Peak Planning Season is Here
For many partners, the September–November window sets the tone for the year ahead. Aircraft availability tightens, prime hotel allotments — especially in unique or remote locations — are in demand, and special access experiences quickly book out. With private jet touring often planned up to two years in advance, the decisions made in the coming weeks will shape success in 2027 and beyond.
Our advice: speak with us about your theme and destination ideas. We’ll help match the right aircraft and group size, and work with you to shape an itinerary that comes to life seamlessly.
Turning Innovation into Advantage
Innovation is only meaningful when it makes your programme smoother, richer, and easier to sell. Here are a few ways we’re pushing things forward
We help you plan the optimum routing by private air to minimise airport dwell time and maximise time in‑destination, especially valuable for small groups and short tours.
We curate deeper experiences by design that sequence an iconic 'I‑was‑there' moment with, behind‑the‑scenes access and then a visit to a unique and usually lesser-known destination that reframes the familiar, and offers a deeper understanding of the region.
Co‑created brand experiences with lifestyle partners bringing your brand world and those of your carefully aligned partners, to life in the air and on the ground.
Operational excellence that quietly solves the hard bits: permits, slots, crew, catering, and on‑the‑day choreography.
Curation by Theme
This is where our team thrives. We have a suite of journey concepts already developed around themes such as explorers and historic paths, nostalgia and culture, gardens and wildlife, and arts and sport. Each itinerary is ready to be tailored to your audience to turn multiple destinations into a single, cohesive narrative that is both distinctive and market-ready.
Innovation in Action
At Bartelings, innovation isn’t abstract, it’s something we deliver with our partners every season.
Flagship cultural tours we’ve developed have not only attracted new clients to our partners but also resonated strongly with their existing audiences, and have created fresh demand at a unique price point in this market.
Brand partnerships in the nostalgia space have come to life through private air, connecting guests with the golden age of travel in ways that feel both distinctive and authentic.
New airline partnerships are expanding the range of experiences and destinations we can offer, allowing us to make each partner journey something truly unique.
Flexible group sizes, from intimate journeys on all smaller economy aircraft, to larger programmes using VIP jets, allow us to tailor the experience and price point to each partner’s audience changing the perception of private jet touring.
And with new partnerships launching in 2027, we’re continuing to push the boundaries of what private air touring can make possible.
Three Ways to Work With Us
1 - Aircraft & Delivery Expertise: Gold Service Ideal when: You own the concept and guest experience, and need a specialist to source the right aircraft, route it efficiently, and deliver flawlessly. Innovation here means smarter routing that reduces airport time, maximises time in destination, and unlocks seamless guest flow, transforming the journey into a key part of the experience.
What you get:
Aircraft sourcing and contracting guidance
Routing and slot/permit management
On-tour delivery, including crew coordination, ground handling, and guest flow planning
Great for: Operators with strong product teams who want best-in-class flight operations backing them up.
2 - Contracting & Pricing Support: Diamond Service Ideal when: Your team is lean and you need help turning a strong idea into a market-ready programme. Innovation here lies in speeding up timelines without sacrificing quality, from pricing models and contracting with a full itinerary and sales narratives that give you a sharper edge in the market.
What you get:
All Gold Service inclusions
Hotel and ground contracting support
Full costing and pricing sheet
Sales narrative, and full itinerary
Great for: Brands looking to move quickly without compromising on detail.
3 - Turnkey Private Air Programme Ideal when: You want an end-to-end solution handled by a trusted partner. Innovation here is about designing journeys exclusive to you: original concepts, unexpected pairings of destinations, and storytelling across multiple stops that create unique formats in the touring and cruising market.
What you get:
Concept and itinerary design aligned to your audience and brand
Full contracting across air, hotels, ground, and special access
End-to-end operations and product support
Post-tour review and iteration to scale your next departure
Great for: Teams who want to focus on brand and sales.
Why partners choose Bartelings
Specialist focus: We live and breathe journeys by privately chartered air.
Seamless from start to finish: end-to-end care that anticipates every detail.
Proven with discerning audiences: From alumni and connoisseurs to brand loyalists and seasoned cruisers.
Flexible engagement: Use us where you need us most.
Let’s start shaping what’s next. Book a 30-minute scoping call with our team and we’ll map the path forward.