Jetsetting to St. Barths: The High Life, Caribbean Style with ReyJets.com
November 12, 2024
Thanksgiving is a time for family, togetherness, and a little something special. So when one of my long-time private jet brokers—we’ll call him Bob—asked me to arrange a Thanksgiving getaway to St. Barths for his family of nine, I knew this trip was more than just another booking. Bob, who’s booked countless private jet charters to St. Barths for his high-end clients, turned to me for his own personal journey. “Of course, you’re my only go-to guy!” he assured me, with his typical blend of loyalty and expectation. This time, however, it wasn’t for a client; it was for his family, his people. And I felt the weight—and the honor—of that trust.
Arriving in St. Maarten as a group but on three separate flights, Bob’s family would get the full ReyJets.com and VIPServices.sx treatment. Our Premium VIP Services team in St. Maarten was ready to meet each arriving family member, managing every detail so their only job was to relax and enjoy the journey. From seamless meet-and-greet coordination to swift escorting through the terminal, my team ensured that Bob’s family felt like the VIPs they truly were. With each member finally united, it was time to head to St. Barths.
Now, here’s the trick with large groups arriving at different times: getting everyone from St. Maarten to St. Barths without hours of layovers. Fortunately, that’s a specialty of ours at ReyJets.com. We arranged for two aircraft—a 9-seater BN Islander, the ideal choice for small groups—to shuttle them over to St. Barths in two rounds. No long waits, no fuss; just a swift and comfortable ride to paradise. A hop and a skip and they are on the beach sipping T’punch.
And paradise it was. St. Barths over Thanksgiving is something else—pristine beaches, world-class dining, and an intimate island charm that feels even more special when you’re there with the people you love. For Bob’s family, it was the perfect backdrop for reconnecting, unwinding, and celebrating Thanksgiving in a way that was anything but traditional.
But the trip wasn’t just about getting there. When it was time to return, we planned one final treat: a scenic flight back to St. Maarten aboard a 16-seater Twin Otter. Together, Bob’s family could enjoy the thrill of St. Barths’ famous takeoff, lifting off from the island’s short runway and gliding over the turquoise sea. The Twin Otter, piloted by two experienced captains – we call them aviators – offered panoramic views of the Caribbean, giving them one last memory of the island before touching down in St. Maarten.
For me, this trip was a reminder of why I love this business. At ReyJets.com, it’s about more than just getting people from point A to point B. It’s about crafting experiences that bring families together, creating memories that last a lifetime, and handling every detail so our passengers can relax and leave the stress and the rest to us.
So, here’s to Bob and his family’s unforgettable Thanksgiving in St. Barths. Thank you, Bob, for entrusting me not only with your clients but with your loved ones. It’s an honor to be your go-to guy, not just for business, but for family. At ReyJets, we’re always ready to make the journey as epic as the destination.
Happy Thanksgiving, from our family to yours.
