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Crystal Skye: Crystal Cruises' spectacular private jet in pictures
The world's largest privately owned tour jet, Crystal Cruises' Crystal Skye aircraft has now been revealed. Our exclusive feature explains what privilged guests can expect to encounter on board; click on for more pictures of the aircraft's staggering interior and features
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This may look like a commercial carrier, but it is in fact the world's largest private tour jet
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An adapted Boeing 777, Crystal Skye is the new private jet from Crystal Cruises. Instead of the 300 or so passengers such an aircraft would carry if used by a commercial airline, it accommodates a maximum of 88 guests
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Seats are set in a staggered 2x2x2 configuration and finished in hand-stitched English leather. They come with cashmere blankets, goose-down pillows, mattress toppers and plush duvets.
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Entertainment options are impressive too. Passengers can watch live TV (alongside an extensive range of films and shows) on their 24in HD Panasonic monitors. There's free high-speed Wi-Fi and it's possible to make calls in the air. Bose headphones are provided.
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The plane's most distinctive features are up front. Here the aircraft features a 24-seat restaurant, with guests able to sit at four oval tables. They include seatbelts so there's no need to return to the main cabin in the event of turbulence.
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Beside the dining area is the plane's bar, which should prove a popular pitstop for passengers keen to stretch their legs
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It will of course be possible for passengers to dine at their allocated seat. Cookery equipment on board is extensive - included are blenders, frothers, steamers and a sous-vide cooker. Menus can be tailored for each group
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Lavatories are impressive too. There are six in total and they feature large granite countertops, deep sinks and Etro products. Crystal decided not to install showers as it wouldn't be viable to store sufficient water for 88 passengers.
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Making sure everything runs smoothly on board will be the Crystal Skye crew, who between them speak dozens of languages
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The team's expectation is that the private jet - available for exclusive-use charter only - will be hired by wealthy travellers perhaps hosting a significant birthday or holding a wedding, or perhaps sports teams flying to major events. It could also be used by corporations taking employees and associates to incentive events
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They will, of course, pay handsomely for the privilege of flying on board. Charter costs work out at about £43,000 an hour. To read more on the experience aboard, read our exclusive first-look feature on Crystal Skye.
Gallery by John O'Ceallaigh
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