EUROPEAN ISLAND RETREATS
Private Air Charter to Europe's Sun Drenched Islands
Europe is home to some of the world's most established island destinations, from the Balearics and Mediterranean coastlines to the Greek islands, Cyprus, Malta and the Atlantic islands of Madeira.
For those looking to travel privately, an island retreat can be more than simply a beach holiday. It can be a carefully planned journey combining sunshine, exceptional accommodation, coastal landscapes, fine dining, local culture and time away from the usual pace of travel.
The Mediterranean remains one of Europe's most established regions for luxury leisure travel.
Long summer seasons, extensive coastlines, historic towns and a strong food and wine culture provide a wide choice of destinations from well-known island resorts to quieter coastal retreats.
From departure to destination, fly247AirCharter provides private air charter solutions to and from carefully selected European island destinations. Each journey is arranged around your preferred dates, schedule, departure point, destination and itinerary, providing a discreet and flexible service.
Whether travelling as a couple, family, group or for a private celebration, fly247AirCharter arranges every journey around your individual requirements.
Flexible scheduling — Depart at a time suited to your itinerary.
Exclusive aircraft use — Travel privately with your chosen passengers.
Greater airport access — Access to a wider range of airports, subject to aircraft capability and operating conditions.
Direct travel — Reduce connections and travel around your destination, rather than a fixed airline schedule.
Tailored itineraries — Coordinate flights with accommodation, transfers, yachts, villas and other arrangements.
Mallorca
MALLORCA - Mediterranean sophistication with year-round appeal....
Mallorca combines an elegant Mediterranean coastline with mountains, historic towns, vineyards and an established hospitality scene.
The island offers considerably more than its traditional beach resort image.
Palma provides architecture, restaurants and cultural attractions, while the Serra de Tramuntana creates a dramatic backdrop along the western side of the island.
For a more secluded stay, the north and southwest offer a considered selection of private villas, boutique properties and established resorts.
Ideal for-
Private villas · Family holidays · Sailing · Golf · Gastronomy · Wellness · Short breaks
fly247AirCharter perspective - Mallorca is particularly well suited to travellers seeking a combination of convenient Mediterranean access, high-quality accommodation and varied experiences within a relatively compact island.
IBIZA
IBIZA - Beyond the nightlife....
Ibiza is internationally recognised for its summer nightlife, yet the island possesses a considerably broader character.
Away from the principal clubs, Ibiza reveals pine-covered hills, rural fincas, historic villages, secluded coves and an expanding selection of high-end accommodation.
The historic centre of Eivissa, Dalt Vila, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while the coastline includes numerous small coves and beaches. The official tourism authority also highlights Ibiza's nature, gastronomy, heritage and wellness offering.
Ideal for-
Private villas · Beach clubs · Dining · Sailing · Wellness · Couples · Groups
fly247AirCharter perspective - Ibiza is particularly appealing to clients who value the option of combining a private retreat with distinguished restaurants, beach venues and a more active social scene.
FORMENTERA
FORMENTERA - A quieter Mediterranean escape....
Just south of Ibiza, Formentera offers a distinctly slower pace.
The island is known for clear Mediterranean waters, sandy beaches, low-rise development and a relaxed atmosphere.
During the summer months, it is especially suited to travellers seeking time by the sea rather than a heavily programmed itinerary.
Access is normally combined with travel via Ibiza and onward sea transfer, making Formentera particularly suitable for a private itinerary planned around the complete journey.
Ideal for-
Beach retreats · Couples · Sailing · Private villas · Relaxation · Day trips from Ibiza
fly247AirCharter perspective - Formentera is defined by simplicity — clear water, open landscapes and a slower Mediterranean rhythm.
MENORCA
MENORCA - The quieter Balearic island....
Menorca offers a distinctly different character from neighbouring Mallorca and Ibiza.
Its coastline includes numerous beaches and coves, while the interior remains comparatively rural. The island is also recognised for its natural environment, traditional culture and gastronomy.
The Balearic tourism authority describes Menorca as an island of natural landscapes, ancient heritage and traditional culture, while its summer information highlights more than 200 kilometres of coastline and numerous beaches and coves.
Ideal for-
Families · Private villas · Sailing · Walking · Nature · Quiet retreats
fly247AirCharter perspective - Menorca is well suited to travellers seeking the Balearic climate and coastline without the more energetic profile associated with Ibiza.
SARDINIA
SARDINIA - Mediterranean coastline on a larger scale....
Sardinia combines extensive beaches and clear water with rugged landscapes, historic settlements and a strong regional food culture.
The island's northeast is home to the Costa Smeralda, one of the Mediterranean's best-known luxury resort areas, while other parts of Sardinia offer a quieter and more traditional experience.
Ideal for-
Luxury resorts · Villas · Sailing · Beaches · Gastronomy · Family holidays
fly247AirCharter perspective - Sardinia offers considerable variety. The right region can shape the same island into either a sophisticated resort stay or a more secluded Mediterranean retreat.
SICILY
SICILY - History, gastronomy and Mediterranean sunshine....
Sicily offers a different proposition from the smaller resort islands.
Italy's largest island combines Mediterranean beaches with historic cities, archaeological sites, volcanic landscapes and one of Europe's most distinctive regional cuisines.
From Taormina and the eastern coastline to the Aeolian Islands and the historic towns of the southeast, Sicily can accommodate both resort-based and more exploratory itineraries.
Ideal for-
Gastronomy · Culture · Villas · History · Couples · Family holidays · Island hopping
fly247AirCharter perspective - Sicily is particularly attractive to clients who want sunshine and coastline alongside culture, architecture and exceptional food.
CYPRUS
CYPRUS - Long summers and Mediterranean light....
Cyprus occupies a particularly favourable position in the eastern Mediterranean.
The island has a Mediterranean climate with long, dry summers generally extending from mid-May to mid-October. Official tourism information records abundant sunshine throughout the year, with particularly high sunshine levels during the summer months.
Paphos, Limassol, Larnaca and the eastern coast offer different approaches to the island, while the Troodos Mountains provide a contrasting inland landscape.
Cyprus also combines beaches with archaeological sites, villages, wineries, restaurants and established resort areas.
Ideal for-
Winter sun · Family holidays · Luxury resorts · Villas · Golf · Gastronomy · Wellness
fly247AirCharter perspective - Cyprus is particularly relevant for travellers seeking an extended Mediterranean season rather than a destination limited to the peak summer months.
MALTA, GOZO & COMINO
MALTA & GOZO - Mediterranean history with a compact footprint....
Malta combines warm weather, clear Mediterranean waters and an unusually concentrated collection of historical sites.
The Maltese archipelago includes Malta, Gozo and Comino.
Malta's tourism authority promotes approximately 3,000 hours of sunshine annually, together with swimming, diving, gastronomy and cultural attractions.
Gozo provides a quieter alternative, with a more rural character and a slower pace.
Ideal for-
Short breaks · Couples · Sailing · Diving · History · Gastronomy · Boutique stays
fly247AirCharter perspective - Malta works particularly well when time is limited. Its compact geography allows a short private trip to combine accommodation, dining, culture and the sea without extensive internal travel.
MADEIRA
MADEIRA - Atlantic scenery with a subtropical climate....
Madeira offers something distinctly different from the Mediterranean.
Located in the Atlantic, the Portuguese archipelago has a subtropical climate and dramatic volcanic scenery. Madeira is known for its mountainous landscapes, levadas, gardens, coastline and Laurissilva forest, while neighbouring Porto Santo offers a long sandy beach and clear waters.
Ideal for:
Winter escapes · Wellness · Walking · Nature · Golf · Couples · Longer stays
fly247AirCharter perspective - Madeira is an elegant alternative for travellers looking beyond the conventional Mediterranean resort model.
THE GREEK ISLANDS
THE GREEK ISLANDS - From private coves to established resorts....
Greece offers one of Europe's broadest selections of island destinations.
The character varies significantly from island to island. Some are known for established luxury resorts and nightlife, while others are better suited to quiet villas, sailing, family holidays or traditional villages.
Selected destinations-
Mykonos- sophisticated hospitality, dining and summer social life.
Santorini- volcanic landscapes, caldera views, architecture and distinctive accommodation.
Corfu- green landscapes, historic character and established resort areas.
Rhodes- extensive coastline, historic sites and a long-established tourism infrastructure.
Crete- larger-scale travel combining beaches, mountains, culture and gastronomy.
fly247AirCharter perspective - The Greek islands are best approached individually rather than as a single destination. The right island depends on the nature of the retreat, preferred accommodation and time available.
MYKONOS
SANTORINI
CORFU
RHODES
CRETE
European island retreats are often associated with July and August, but the most suitable period depends on the destination and the nature of your trip?
SUNSHINE HAS A SEASON, BUT NOT JUST ONE....
SPRING- April – June
Warm weather begins across much of southern Europe, while landscapes are generally greener and many destinations are less busy than during peak summer.
IDEAL for- Golf · Walking · Cycling · Sightseeing · Gastronomy · Wellness
SUMMER- June – September
The traditional Mediterranean season brings the highest temperatures, warm seas and the greatest choice of beach and water-based activities.
It is also the busiest period for many island destinations, particularly during July and August.
IDEAL for- Beach holidays · Sailing · Family travel · Private villas · Resorts
AUTUMN- September – October
Sea temperatures remain warm in many Mediterranean destinations, while temperatures can become more comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
IDEAL for- Couples · Gastronomy · Sailing · Wellness · Short breaks
WINTER- November – March
The Mediterranean becomes quieter, while destinations such as Cyprus, Malta and Madeira can provide milder conditions than northern Europe.
The Balearic Islands also retain their cultural and outdoor appeal outside the summer season,
MAKING their mild winters, IDEAL opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring local heritage.
fly247AirCharter can coordinate private air charter alongside accommodation and onward arrangements, creating a seamless itinerary centred around your destination and requirements.
From Ibiza and Mallorca to Sardinia, Cyprus and Madeira, each journey can be arranged to suit the occasion, schedule and party.
Travel, arranged around you - FROM RUNWAY TO RETREAT - Carefully selected destinations