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Tradewind offers personal air travel across North America and the Caribbean, providing both private charters and scheduled regional service using a fleet of Pilatus PC-12 aircraft. The service works by operating from bases in Connecticut, New York, Florida, and Puerto Rico to deliver on-demand, high-quality air mobility to luxury destinations such as St Barths, the British Virgin Islands, Anguilla, the Bahamas, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard. The company differentiates itself through a focus on premium service, a specialized regional fleet, and a growing network that emphasizes convenience and exclusive destinations, aiming to be the leading provider of regional, high-end air travel. Tradewind’s goal is to maintain exceptional aircraft, crew, and service while expanding its network and market presence in regional aviation.
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Mandarin Oriental invites guests to experience two cities in one trip. Sep 4, 2026 (C) Mandarin Oriental and Tradewind Aviation Mandarin Oriental, Boston and Mandarin Oriental, New York recently introduced the Harbour to Harbour experience, a curated, two-city journey showcasing the distinct character of two of America's most celebrated destinations. Through Oct. 15, the offer combines accommodations at either hotel with an exclusive 10 percent savings on private charter travel through Tradewind Aviation. "Harbour to Harbour reflects our commitment to creating distinctive experiences that extend beyond our hotels," said Marcel Thoma, general manager, Mandarin Oriental, New York, and area vice president, Operations. "Together with Tradewind Aviation, we've created a seamless way for guests to discover the unique character of both Boston and New York in a single journey." The experience highlights local experiences and recommendations curated by each property. A key aspect of the partnership is Mandarin Oriental's partnership with Tradewind Aviation, offering guests exclusive savings on private charter flights between Boston and New York. Recommended airports include Laurence G. Hanscom Field in Bedford, Massachusetts, and the Million Air private terminal at Westchester County Airport. Prior, guests enjoy dedicated private terminals, expedited boarding and personalized service while avoiding commercial travel to allow more time to experience each destination. Located in Boston's Back Bay, Mandarin Oriental, Boston provides convenient access to city experiences like the Freedom Trail and Boston Harbor. The residential-style accommodations are complemented by intuitive service, wellness offerings and dining at Ramsay's Kitchen. Overlooking Central Park from Columbus Circle, Mandarin Oriental, New York pairs breathtaking views with wellness and dining experiences. Harbour to Harbour includes a minimum one-night stay at either Mandarin Oriental, Boston or Mandarin Oriental, New York; a $100 dining credit at each participating hotel; and exclusive 10 percent savings on a private charter flight with Tradewind Aviation between the two cities. Rates begin at $7,300 and vary based on aircraft selection and passenger requirements. To reserve, contact [email protected] or [email protected]. Get insider information and deals in your inbox! Read this next. Sep 4, 2026 All reads on this topic. Introducing FX Excursions. FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world. #globility. Sep 2, 2026 Embarkation/Disembarkation: The journey to the expedition ship proves an adventure in itself, consisting of several bus rides and smaller boat trips before reaching Yacht La Pinta. 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The Bahamas is getting a new daily Fort Lauderdale-Nassau flight from Tradewind. The Bahamas is getting a new daily connection as Tradewind Aviation launches Fort Lauderdale-Nassau service on Dec. 10, part of a 30 percent increase in the airline's Bahamas flights beginning in mid-December. Tradewind Aviation is adding a new daily flight between Fort Lauderdale and Nassau, giving South Florida another nonstop option to the Bahamian capital beginning Dec. 10. The new route comes as Tradewind prepares to increase its overall Bahamas flight schedule by 30 percent beginning in mid-December. The flight will connect Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport with Lynden Pindling International Airport, expanding an increasingly substantial Tradewind network between South Florida and The Bahamas. Tradewind is already taking reservations for the new Nassau service, with its Bahamas schedule currently available through June 1 of next year. It's a short flight, too: Tradewind lists the approximate Fort Lauderdale-Nassau flying time at 48 minutes. The route will operate once daily, seven days a week, aboard the airline's eight-passenger Pilatus PC-12 aircraft. The significance is bigger than another line on the route map. Tradewind has been steadily building a different kind of air network between Florida and The Bahamas, pairing scheduled service with the private-terminal experience more commonly associated with charter flying. That model already connects Fort Lauderdale with Marsh Harbour in Abaco and North Eleuthera, the principal gateway to Harbour Island. Adding Nassau means all three of Tradewind's primary Bahamas destinations will be reachable from Fort Lauderdale on scheduled flights every day of the week. It also gives Nassau something Tradewind's existing Florida network did not have: a scheduled Fort Lauderdale flight. The airline launched its Nassau service from Stuart in December, establishing the capital as the third destination in its growing Bahamas operation. The Fort Lauderdale addition brings the model to a much larger South Florida gateway. It also creates a new option for reaching the country's biggest resort destination without the conventional commercial-airport experience. Tradewind's scheduled flights depart from private FBO terminals, and you can arrive about one hour before departure. In Fort Lauderdale, Tradewind operates from the Sheltair private terminal at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. In Nassau, flights use a private aviation terminal at Lynden Pindling International Airport. The aircraft is part of the story. Tradewind operates the Bahamas routes with Swiss-built Pilatus PC-12 turboprops, each flown by two pilots and configured with an air-conditioned, pressurized passenger cabin. The scheduled aircraft carry eight passengers, making the experience markedly smaller than a conventional commercial flight while still allowing you to reserve an individual seat rather than charter the entire plane. Complimentary snacks and refreshments, including wine and beer, are offered onboard. Tradewind has been expanding this private-terminal model across South Florida and The Bahamas, and Fort Lauderdale has become increasingly important to the carrier's strategy. The airline already operates daily service from the airport to Marsh Harbour and North Eleuthera. Marsh Harbour currently gets as many as three Tradewind flights per day from Fort Lauderdale. North Eleuthera gets as many as two daily flights, while the new Nassau route will add one daily departure. That means Tradewind's Fort Lauderdale network will cover three very different Bahamas trips. Nassau is the gateway to the country's largest concentration of resorts, Marsh Harbour opens up Abaco and its surrounding cays, and North Eleuthera is the principal air gateway for Harbour Island. The Nassau addition may be the most broadly useful of the three. Nassau and neighboring Paradise Island have the country's deepest hotel inventory, along with major resorts including Atlantis Paradise Island, Baha Mar and The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort. Tradewind already has a relationship with Atlantis built around its existing Stuart-Nassau flights. The airline and Atlantis introduced a hotel-and-flight package that pairs qualifying stays at the Paradise Island resort with Tradewind's scheduled service. That relationship illustrates where the airline's Bahamas strategy is headed. Tradewind isn't trying to reproduce the experience of a large commercial carrier on a smaller airplane; it is selling individual seats within an experience designed to feel closer to private aviation. [TK: sourced Tradewind quote on the Fort Lauderdale-Nassau launch, under 15 words.] The new route also fills in the geography of Tradewind's Florida operation. The airline currently flies between Stuart and Nassau as well, with that service operating Thursday through Monday year-round. From Stuart, Tradewind also serves Marsh Harbour up to three times daily and North Eleuthera up to twice daily from Thursday through Monday. Fort Lauderdale, by contrast, will have daily service to all three destinations once Nassau flights begin. That seven-day schedule can be important on a Bahamas trip, particularly when a long weekend or a resort stay doesn't line up neatly with a limited flight calendar. A daily flight gives passengers more freedom to build a trip around the hotel stay rather than around the days an airline happens to operate. There is also the simple proximity of the two destinations. Tradewind estimates the Fort Lauderdale-Nassau trip at 48 minutes aboard the Pilatus PC-12, putting the Bahamian capital less than an hour away in scheduled flying time. The private-terminal model changes the calculation further. Tradewind recommends arriving one hour before departure, which can make the total journey unusually compact for an international trip. That is especially relevant for South Florida residents considering a short Bahamas escape. Nassau can work as a two- or three-night trip, and the ability to depart from Fort Lauderdale rather than drive north to Stuart broadens the audience for Tradewind's version of the journey. It is also useful for passengers arriving in South Florida from elsewhere. Fort Lauderdale is one of the region's major aviation gateways, creating more possibilities for building a Nassau vacation around a flight into South Florida. Tradewind's ticket rules add another element to the product. The airline says scheduled-service tickets are interchangeable among family members and friends, and cancellations made outside 48 hours do not carry a penalty. The carrier's Bahamas expansion has happened quickly. Tradewind initially built its Florida scheduled network around service to Marsh Harbour and North Eleuthera before adding Nassau from Stuart and expanding its Fort Lauderdale presence. Now the route map has taken on a more complete shape. Fort Lauderdale will connect directly with Nassau, North Eleuthera and Marsh Harbour, while Stuart will continue serving the same three destinations on its own schedule. The 30 percent increase in Bahamas flights beginning in mid-December suggests Tradewind sees room for considerably more premium air capacity across the islands. It comes at the beginning of the winter travel period, when demand traditionally rises across The Bahamas and South Florida. There is a distinction worth making about the product. These are scheduled flights sold by the seat aboard small aircraft, rather than a private charter in which one party reserves the entire airplane. Tradewind also offers full private charter service, but the scheduled network is designed to put some of the advantages of private aviation into an individually reservable ticket. The result occupies a relatively uncommon space between traditional airline service and chartering an aircraft. Which Tradewind Bahamas Flight Is Right for You? The destination determines the flight. Nassau is the choice if the trip centers on Paradise Island, Cable Beach, downtown Nassau or the resorts of New Providence, and the new Fort Lauderdale route makes that trip possible every day of the week. North Eleuthera is the flight for a stay on Harbour Island or the northern reaches of Eleuthera. From the airport, Harbour Island is reached by a short ground transfer and boat ride across the channel. Marsh Harbour is the choice for Abaco, whether the final destination is Great Abaco itself or one of the surrounding cays. It is a major jumping-off point for places including Elbow Cay, Great Guana Cay, Man-O-War Cay and Green Turtle Cay. Nassau, however, is the route with the widest appeal, simply because of the breadth of what lies on the other side. It works for everything from a weekend at Atlantis to a longer resort stay, a business trip or a connection elsewhere in The Bahamas. The new service also makes Fort Lauderdale a more complete Tradewind gateway. Instead of choosing the airport primarily for flights to the Out Islands, passengers will be able to use it for the capital as well. Reservations are already open, and Tradewind's published Bahamas schedule is available through June 1. The Fort Lauderdale-Nassau flight begins Dec. 10, with the airline's broader 30 percent Bahamas expansion following in mid-December. It is another indication of how quickly premium scheduled air service is growing between South Florida and The Bahamas. And with Nassau now joining Abaco and North Eleuthera on Tradewind's daily Fort Lauderdale map, a 48-minute flight is about to open up a new way to start a Bahamas trip. Caitlin Sullivan began her career with Caribbean Journal as Arts and Culture editor before shifting to travel full time. She writes frequently on the Caribbean cruise industry, flight networks and broader travel news. Her most frequent Caribbean destination? Nassau.
This luxury airline is reshaping the south florida-to-the-bahamas travel experience. The trip begins inside a private aviation terminal. You arrive about an hour before departure, settle into the lounge and walk directly to an eight-seat aircraft. There are no crowded gate areas, long security lines or sprawling concourses between you and the plane. Then, about an hour later, you are in The Bahamas. It is the experience Tradewind Aviation is bringing to a growing network of scheduled flights between South Floridaand The Bahamas, creating an increasingly compelling middle ground between a conventional commercial flight and a full private charter. The luxury regional airline now offers year-round departures from both Stuart and Fort Lauderdale to Marsh Harbourand North Eleuthera, along with year-round service between Stuart and Nassau. The result is a fundamentally different way to reach some of the most sought-after destinations in The Bahamas - one built around small aircraft, private terminals, individual seat reservations and frequent departures. A Private-Aviation Experience by the Seat Tradewind's Bahamas flights operate aboard Swiss-built Pilatus PC-12 aircraft, with two pilots, a pressurized and air-conditioned cabin, forward-facing leather seats and space for luggage. Complimentary snacks and refreshments, including wine and beer, are served onboard. The aircraft carry just eight passengers, giving the trip the intimacy of private aviation while allowing each traveler to purchase an individual seat. Flights depart from private charter terminals, commonly known as FBOs, where passengers can arrive roughly one hour before departure. Tradewind says its scheduled passengers do not go through the traditional TSA screening experience associated with major commercial terminals. In Fort Lauderdale, the airline operates from the Sheltair private terminal at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Its Stuart flights depart from Witham Field, less than an hour north of Palm Beach. The airport experience is central to Tradewind's appeal. A trip to The Bahamas becomes a direct progression from lounge to aircraft to island, rather than a day organized around terminal lines and boarding groups. More Flights to Abaco Tradewind is operating year-round service from both Stuart and Fort Lauderdale to Marsh Harbour, the commercial and boating hub of the Abacos. The airline currently offers as many as three daily flights from Stuart between Thursday and Monday. Fort Lauderdale service operates twice daily, seven days a week. Marsh Harbour is the gateway to a broad collection of Bahamian experiences, from the resorts and marinas of Great Abaco to nearby islands including Elbow Cay, Great Guana Cay, Man-O-War Cay and Green Turtle Cay. It is also one of the region's leading boating destinations, with the protected waters of the Sea of Abaco serving as the connecting passage among the Abaco cays. Tradewind's service is particularly suited to travelers continuing to private homes, yachts and hotels across the Abacos. The smaller aircraft and frequent schedules give passengers more choices for building a trip around ferry transfers, boat departures and villa arrival arrangements. A New Route to Harbour Island and Eleuthera Tradewind also connects Stuart and Fort Lauderdale with North Eleuthera, the airport used by travelers heading to northern Eleuthera and neighboring Harbour Island. The airline operates one daily flight from each South Florida gateway, with Fort Lauderdale departures offered seven days a week and Stuart flights running Thursday through Monday. North Eleuthera is a particularly natural fit for Tradewind's model. Many passengers landing there are continuing by taxi and water taxi to Harbour Island, home to resorts including the legendary Pink Sands. Others are heading south into Eleuthera, where boutique hotels, private villas and long stretches of pink sand have made the island increasingly popular with travelers seeking a quieter Bahamian vacation. A smaller aircraft and private-terminal departure give the journey a tone consistent with the destination itself: intimate, personal and centered on the experience rather than the airport process. Stuart to Nassau Tradewind's South Florida network also includes year-round flights between Stuart and Nassau, with two daily departures offered Thursday through Monday. The route gives residents of Palm Beach County, the Treasure Coast and surrounding communities a premium alternative to traveling south to a larger commercial airport. It also connects Stuart directly with the largest resort destination in The Bahamas, including Atlantis Paradise Island, Baha Mar, The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, and the growing collection of boutique hotels and restaurants across Nassau and Paradise Island. Tradewind recently partnered with Atlantis on a hotel-and-flight package built around the Stuart-Nassau service, including savings for travelers pairing a qualifying resort stay with the airline's nonstop flights. The partnership reflects the larger role the airline is beginning to play in the region. Tradewind is not simply adding another route to Nassau; it is integrating the flight itself into the luxury vacation. Flexible Terms for Frequent Bahamas Travelers The airline's scheduled tickets are interchangeable among family members and friends, an unusual feature in commercial aviation. Tradewind also allows passengers to cancel outside 48 hours without a penalty, offering additional flexibility for second homeowners, boaters and frequent Bahamas visitors whose plans may change. Tradewind also maintains interline relationships with major carriers including American Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines and British Airways, helping passengers incorporate its regional flights into wider itineraries. A Different Kind of Airline Network Tradewind has spent years developing a similar model across luxury leisure destinations including St Barth, Anguilla, Virgin Gorda, Tortola, Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. Its South Florida expansion brings the same formula to one of the Caribbean's busiest international travel corridors. The Bahamas has always been remarkably close to Florida. From parts of South Florida, the western islands are nearer than many destinations within the state itself. Yet the traditional airport experience can make a brief regional flight feel disproportionately complicated. Tradewind is narrowing the gap between geographic proximity and the actual experience of getting there. With private-terminal departures, eight-seat aircraft and year-round flights to Nassau, Abaco and North Eleuthera, the airline is turning a trip across the Gulf Stream into something closer to a personal shuttle between South Florida and the islands.
Tradewind Aviation launches new direct scheduled service connecting Boston passengers to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. OXFORD, Conn., June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Tradewind Aviation launched new scheduled service flights today connecting Boston-area travelers directly with Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. The inaugural flights departed from Hanscom Field (BED) in Bedford, Massachusetts, and arrived in Nantucket (ACK) and Martha's Vineyard (MVY), expanding regional travel options throughout New England's peak summer season. "For the past 25 years we've been connecting travelers throughout the Northeast region, eliminating many of the frustrations associated with traditional commercial air travel," noted David Zipkin, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Tradewind Aviation. "Today's inaugural flights represent a milestone for us, marking our continued growth and expansion to reach and serve more travelers seeking premium flights while strengthening connections between some of New England's most popular destinations." What can travelers expect on the new Northeastern routes? Tradewind's new scheduled service departs from a private terminal at Hanscom Field in Bedford, Massachusetts. Guests can check luggage directly with the Tradewind team, arrive just 30 minutes before departure, and take only a few steps from check-in to boarding. Flights operate aboard Tradewind's Pilatus PC-12 aircraft and are staffed by two pilots for enhanced safety. The approximately 30-minute journey includes complimentary snacks and refreshments, including beer and wine. Travelers flying to Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard will soon be able to enjoy a new dedicated lounge at Hanscom Field, and a private lounge at Nantucket Airport. All flights are carbon neutral at no additional cost through Tradewind's partnership with 4Air, an independent provider of aviation sustainability solutions. How much is the airfare and how often will the flights run? Three daily round-trip flights between BED and MVY and between BED and ACK are available to book now. Fares start at $295 one-way, plus applicable taxes and fees, to Martha's Vineyard and $330 one-way, plus applicable taxes and fees, to Nantucket. Seasonal demand is expected to be strong, and travelers are encouraged to book early to secure preferred departure times and availability. How can travelers book Tradewind's new direct routes to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard? To book any Tradewind Aviation private or scheduled flight, visit www.flytradewind.com or call +1 203-267-3305. Booking is also available through major online travel platforms and travel advisors, providing passengers multiple convenient ways to reserve seats throughout the season. SOURCE Tradewind Aviation
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/tradewind-aviation-launches-new-direct-scheduled-service-connecting-boston-passengers-to-nantucket-and-marthas-vineyard-302804503.html. News Thekiti is tracking. Tradewind Aviation launches new direct scheduled service connecting Boston passengers to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. OXFORD, Conn., June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Tradewind Aviation launched new scheduled service flights today connecting Boston-area travelers directly with Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. The inaugural flights departed from Hanscom Field (BED) in Bedford, Massachusetts, and arrived in Nantucket (ACK) and Martha's Vineyard (MVY), expanding regional travel options throughout New England's peak summer season. "For the past 25 years we've been connecting travelers throughout the Northeast region, eliminating many of the frustrations associated with traditional commercial air travel," noted David Zipkin, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Tradewind Aviation. "Today's inaugural flights represent a milestone for us, marking our continued growth and expansion to reach and serve more travelers seeking premium flights while strengthening connections between some of New England's most popular destinations." What can travelers expect on the new Northeastern routes? Tradewind's new scheduled service departs from a private terminal at Hanscom Field in Bedford, Massachusetts. Guests can check luggage directly with the Tradewind team, arrive just 30 minutes before departure, and take only a few steps from check-in to boarding. Flights operate aboard Tradewind's Pilatus PC-12 aircraft and are staffed by two pilots for enhanced safety. The approximately 30-minute journey includes complimentary snacks and refreshments, including beer and wine. Travelers flying to Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard will soon be able to enjoy a new dedicated lounge at Hanscom Field, and a private lounge at Nantucket Airport. All flights are carbon neutral at no additional cost through Tradewind's partnership with 4Air, an independent provider of aviation sustainability solutions. How much is the airfare and how often will the flights run? Three daily round-trip flights between BED and MVY and between BED and ACK are available to book now. Fares start at $295 one-way, plus applicable taxes and fees, to Martha's Vineyard and $330 one-way, plus applicable taxes and fees, to Nantucket. Seasonal demand is expected to be strong, and travelers are encouraged to book early to secure preferred departure times and availability. How can travelers book Tradewind's new direct routes to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard? To book any Tradewind Aviation private or scheduled flight, visit www.flytradewind.com or call +1 203-267-3305. Booking is also available through major online travel platforms and travel advisors, providing passengers multiple convenient ways to reserve seats throughout the season. SOURCE Tradewind Aviation