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A Golfer's Paradise: Makena Golf Course

Nestled between the gentle slopes of Haleakala and the white sandy shores of South Maui, the 18-hole golf course at the Makena Beach and Golf Resort could easily be called a golfer’s paradise for our private charter jet passengers.

Open from sunrise to sunset, golfers have the unique opportunity to play where nature, beauty and skill come together in this challenging course with views of the sparkling Pacific Ocean, Molokini Crater and the neighboring island of Kahoolawe. Opened in 1993, the Makena Golf Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. and includes the second longest hole in the state of Hawaii at 620 yards.

The course begins with a par 4 at 417 yards and weaves alongside native foliage, natural ravines and Hawaiian archeology as ancient rock walls are found just outside the greens. Use precision to avoid the outcroppings of black lava rock, evidence of the dormant volcano, which can easily hide your ball around hole 5 and use skill to safely send your ball over the ravine on hole 6. Try limiting your gaze to only a few seconds at the breathtaking view on hole 12 and take note of the 620 yard distance on hole 14. The course ends with a par 4 at 422 yards.

You’ll be greeted with a crisp cold towel to refresh you upon returning to the clubhouse after finishing your game. Take a few moments to browse the items in the pro shop or have a bite to eat at the restaurant, Café on the Green.

Manicured greens, stunning views of the South Maui coastline and pristine golf carts which come with GPS, towels, tees and bottled water, this golf course is 40 minutes away from where your private charter jet will land in Maui, and is just minutes from the Inspirato Wailea Residences or a pleasant coastal drive from the new Kapalua Residence.

Published with permission from Inspirato.com

About Inspirato

We're revolutionizing the way luxury travelers spend quality time with their family and friends.
At Inspirato, we've taken best-of-class service and resort amenities combined with the low cost of villa rental to bring you the premiere club for a new generation of luxury travelers. 

Our membership plan is simple and affordable. 
You pay a one-time membership fee of $15,000, a small annual renewal fee of $2,500 and that's it. You can book any home in our portfolio, as often as you like, even during peak times… and pay only for what you use. Depending on the location, your savings over market rates can cover the membership fee in just a few trips.

Avalon Bay, Catalina Island (Photo credit: Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce)

Newport Coast, with its miles of naturally preserved coastline, sophisticated dining offerings, and world class golf courses is an optimal private charter jet vacation destination.  You can easily enjoy an ample array of satisfying recreational activities during your vacation here without leaving the 23 square miles of land that comprise this city’s terrain.  However, should you feel like exploring beyond this town’s borders, there are some fabulous day trip options that won’t disappoint!

A favorite of locals and tourists alike is the nearby island of Santa Catalina.  The island was especially favored in Hollywood’s glamour days when celebrities such as Charlie Chaplin, Clark Gable, Joan Crawford, James Cagney and many more made Catalina the preferred playground of the rich and famous.

Getting to Catalina requires advance planning.  The Catalina Flyer departs from Newport Harbor daily but reservations are generally required.   The ferry will have you at the island in 75 minutes. For more luxurious transportation to this Island, take a private charter jet and arrive in style.

Catalina Bison (Photo credit: Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce)

Once you reach Catalina you will be amazed at the remote beauty of this picturesque, quaint island.  Rent a golf cart and take your own personal tour. You can drive uphill to one the highest viewing points and enjoy the breathtaking scenic vista or make your way to the desolate side where bison roam freely.

    
In partnership with Solairus Aviation's private charter jet services, Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ has searched the world in order to find unique experiences to tempt the adventurer, gourmet, or romantic in you.

Small Luxury Hotels of the World ™ is an unrivalled portfolio of some of the world’s finest small independent hotels offering an infinite variety of memorable experiences.  Comprised of  over 520 hotels in more than 70 countries, the variety of hotels is diverse; from spas, country houses, golf resorts, island retreats, city sanctuaries, to game and wilderness lodges.  

Joining The Club of Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ is complimentary and allows you to enjoy immediate benefits.  As a private charter jet client of Solairus Aviation, you will be upgraded to our “Loved" membership status, giving you complimentary room upgrades*, continental breakfasts, late check-outs*, and exclusive offers and rates from your very first stay.

Welcome to a world of benefits!

With a fleet of over 50 managed private aircraft, Solairus is one of only 85 Aviation Research Group/US Platinum-rated charter operators in the world. After completion of an intense operations and safety systems audit, the ARG/US Platinum rating is awarded only to those who have demonstrated that their procedures exceed industry “Best Practices” in all phases. Solairus has also received the NBAA Commercial Business Flying Safety Award and is an IS-BAO certified private charter jet company.


For more information about Solairus Aviation’s safety program, please visit: solairusaviation.com/safety.and.standards

Greetings,

Last year, Solairus was chosen by Inspirato as the growing vacation club’s Private Jet Charter partner. Inspirato is a private club that combines five-star resort services with privileged access to a rapidly expanding portfolio of the most spectacular villas in the world. Over the past several months, many Inspirato members have experienced first-hand why Solairus’ name has become synonymous with service excellence in the private jet charter marketplace. We share Inspirato’s goal of creating Exceptional Experiences and we are proud of our continued affiliation with such a fine organization and the opportunity it has provided to demonstrate our commitment to the perfect luxury travel experience.

Working together, Solairus and Inspirato provide their mutual clients with a wide range of member benefits and special vacation promotions. Our latest offer, good until May 31, 2012, gives Solairus clients who join Inspirato ONE HOUR of complimentary flight time in ANY Solairus private charter jet for flights to/from Inspirato destinations. Additionally, when you join Inspirato by May 31, 2012, your first year's annual membership fees will be waived.

Thank you for your continued trust in Solairus as your private charter jet provider. We remain completely committed to your safety and total satisfaction with your experience with us. If we can be of any further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact our team directly at 800.359.7861

Thank you,

Dan Drohan
Chairman and CEO
Solairus Aviation