Where to Find the Jet Set this Summer

CLEVELAND, Ohio August 21, 2007 - Its finger firmly on the pulse of the nation's elite travelers, Flight Options, a Raytheon Company, released today its list of the 10 most popular summer leisure destinations among the owners and members of this Cleveland-based private jet company.

The results reveal that when the mercury rises, the high flyers among us head for the hills (or, more accurately, the mountains) seeking R&R in Rocky Mountain resort destinations that have in recent years seen their ski-town reputations blossom into four-season hotspots. From Aspen to Eagle, just 30 miles from Vail, the Rockies account for 4 of the top 10 destinations booked this July by Flight Options' well-heeled clientele.  The list also reveals a strong penchant for exciting nightlife, with Las Vegas taking the number-one slot. Rounding out the list are coastal destinations both East and West, and Arizona's flourishing Scottsdale. The Top 10 are:

1. Las Vegas, NV: From casino flash to Saks Fifth Avenue, Vegas tops the charts of getaways for Flight Options owners. Designer boutiques and celebrity chef-helmed restaurants offer plenty of alternatives to gaming along the famed Strip.

2. Aspen, CO: Renowned music festivals and an excellent culinary reputation have bolstered Aspen's four-season appeal.

3. Jackson, WY: Home to world-class fly fishing and hiking, Jackson is a year-round paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and also boasts an increasingly rich arts scene.

4. Hailey, ID: The resort destinations of Sun Valley and Ketchum abound with music and art festivals, as well as legendary trout fishing.

5. Eagle, CO: Championship golf and a world-renowned music festival draw summer travelers to the Vail Valley.

6. Scottsdale, AZ: Known for its world-class golf and spa resorts, Scottsdale has been revealing an increasingly urban-chic edge with an influx of trend-setting restaurants and boutique hotels.

7. Napa, CA: Vineyards that rival the best in France, fine dining and charming inns in equally charming coastal towns make the Napa region an epicurean paradise.

8. Nantucket, MA: This exclusive East Coast enclave is known for its unspoiled beaches, relaxed pace and traditional New England character.

9. Carlsbad, CA: With seven miles of accessible beach, championship golf, world-class spas and the kid-friendly appeal of Legoland, Carlsbad is a classic Southern California destination for families and couples alike.

10. East Hampton, NY: A summer playground for Manhattan power brokers and Hollywood stars, the Hamptons balances restaurants, shops and a lively night scene with acres of vineyards and spectacular, uncrowded beaches.

Up and coming: Santa Fe, NM. Just shy of making the list at number 11, Santa Fe is a major contender as a leisure destination thanks to a world-class culinary reputation, a flourishing arts scene rivaled in the U.S. only by New York and Los Angeles, and a wealth of outdoor pursuits.