Helicopter Charter to 2014’s Top Outdoor Events

Why not arrive by helicopter to the heart of the UK’s top outdoor events in 2014? An ideal way to impress clients, cement relationships or celebrate with friends:

The Cheltenham Gold Cup opens the horseracing year, followed by the hotly anticipated Grand National at Aintree, Epsom Derby in June and closing with the glamour and prestige of Royal Ascot.

For motorsport fans, the Pageant of Power is the first event on the calendar, followed by Goodwood Festival of Speed held at the historic Goodwood Estate. The warmer months see Silverstone host an unmissable weekend of motorsport action the British Grand Prix and finally drivers take on the World's most challenging motorsport competition at Wales Rally GB in November.

Gig-goers can also charter a helicopter into the biggest music festivals and enjoy a rockstar arrival at Isle of Wight Festival, Glastonbury Festival and V Festival, amongst many others.

For full details of helicopter transfers and hospitality at 2014 outdoor events, visit the Helitrip website.

Alton Towers Resort: Start Your Day In A Fun Way.

After the forthcoming Christmas holidays, many children will be on the countdown to February half term. Alton Towers Resort will reopen just in time for the school holidays, making the perfect treat for the whole family.

Why not start your day in a fun way with a helicopter flight from Shropshire? The perfect opportunity to take in the beautiful Staffordshire countryside by air and take a few photos from a unique vantage point.

Land at Alton Towers Resort where you can enjoy over 50 rides and attractions. Top of the list for any white-knuckle rollercoaster fan is The Smiler – the newest addition to the line-up of world’s first rollercoasters with its 14 loops and twisted psychological effects.

Alongside The Smiler is a line-up of adrenalin-pumping coasters including the iconic Nemesis, Oblivion, Rita, TH13TEEN and Air. For younger members of the family, the Ice Age 4D Experience is back with an exhilarating variety of effects including icy blasts, snow and bubbles.

Flight time to Alton Towers Resort from Shropshire is 20 minutes and prices start from £695 for up to 4 passengers. To see the complete range of helicopter packages, visit the Helicopter Charter to Alton Towers Resort page of the Helitrip website.

Helicopter Experiences - The Perfect Christmas Gift!

Still searching for the perfect gift for the loved one who has everything? With only 11 days until Christmas, forget the endless shopping centre queues and get them a gift that they are sure to remember forever.

Helicopter experience gift vouchers start from only £89 for a '10 Minute Taster' flight to £189 for a magnificent 56 minute flight over Shropshire's historical monuments and places of interest.

Visit the Gift Vouchers page of the Helitrip website for more infromation or call the team on 0800 012 1148 to make a booking - Happy Christmas!

Happy Christmas from Helitrip!

Wishing all Helitrip customers a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. 

Thanks for your support during 2013.  We look forward to being of service in 2014.

 

British Helicopter Association

Helitrip is now a proud member of the British Helicopter Association. 

The trade organisation promotes safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operation of UK rotorcraft.  

To find out more, visit the British Helicopter Association website.  

Welcome to the Team

We are pleased to welcome Sales Executive Sarah Knowles as the latest member of the Helitrip team. Sarah has almost two decades of sales experience in various consumer and B2B roles. She will work closely with Helitrip’s corporate customers to identify the best helicopter package for their business travel requirements.

Describe yourself in 3 words:
Friendly, driven, inquisitive

Sum up your job in 10 words or less: 
Help executives travel more quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively by helicopter.

What attracted you to working in the helicopter industry? 
Aviation is a fast-paced and exciting industry to be part of. I’m looking forward to helping businesses reduce costs and minimise travel time with helicopter transfers or enable someone to have the pleasure helicopter flight that they have always dreamed of.

If you could charter a helicopter anywhere in the UK, where would you go?
To be honest, I love my home county of Shropshire. To experience an aerial view of Shropshire by helicopter would be simply stunning.

Marmite: love it or hate it?
Love it, but I would argue that Vegemite is better!

Which three famous people (dead or alive) would you invite around for a dinner party? 
Comedian Jon Richardson, businessman Sir Alan Sugar and designer Vivien Westwood.

Describe your perfect weekend. 
A family lunch and then a night out with good friends.

What would be your desert island luxury item? 
Sun cream!

Christmas gift buying made easy

With only 44 days until Christmas, the excitement is building... the Christmas ads have started to appear on TV, kids are making their lists to Santa and advent calendars are waiting to be opened. We have also launched our £89 Helicopter Experience Christmas Gift Vouchers - perfect for a present out of the ordinary this Christmas!

Your gift voucher can be exchanged for one seat on a '10 Minute Taster' helicopter flight. Departing from Shropshire, the lucky recipient will experience a magnificent bird's-eye view of the county's stunning landscape.

For further information, visit the Helicopter Experience Christmas Gift Vouchers page of the Helitrip website or call the team on 0800 012 1148.