An original Pan Am 757
Under new ownership, Pan American World Airways has announced the first in a series of planned themed trips that recall its heyday.
For decades, the Pan Am brand and its distinctive blue and white logo symbolized the excitement and elegance of the golden age of air travel.
Even after the airline ceased operations in 1991, memories of its attentive service, gourmet meals, impeccably dressed crew and spacious seats endure.
Historical itinerary inspired by the past
Pan Am Boeing 314 Clipper
Pan Am is now ready to take flight again. Its inaugural voyage will be a 12-day commemorative voyage limited to 50 passengers.
Craig Carter, CEO of Pan American World Airways and owner of Pan Am Brands, will host the trip, which will fly round-trip to Europe from New York with stops in Bermuda, Lisbon, Marseille, London and Foynes, Ireland.
“Since 1927, Pan Am has left an indelible mark on the world. From humble beginnings as the first commercial carrier of the U.S. Air Mail, Pan Am founder Juan T. Trippe created a vast aviation empire across the globe, literally bringing the world closer together one flight at a time,” said Carter.
Carter acknowledges that relaunching the brand is an ambitious undertaking that requires a respectful balance between its historic past and modern innovation.
Reinventing luxury travel
Dinner on 314
Modern luxury aboard the new Pan Am
Called In the footsteps of the Transatlantic, This first thematic flight will follow the historical routes of the Flying boats, which were known for their comfort and luxury.
These lavish planes had hulls that allowed them to take off and land on water. Pan Am used them primarily before World War II, connecting continents and laying the foundation for the birth of the modern aviation industry long before airports with long runways were built.
On this reimagined journey, passengers will travel in luxury, in lie-flat business class seats, aboard a reconfigured Boeing 757 as they retrace Pan Am’s Southern Transatlantic route between New York and Marseille, and the Northern Transatlantic route between London and New York.
Other luxury amenities will include a hand-picked crew, “buddy” seating for socializing, premium continental cuisine and expedited customs/immigration clearance at every port of call.
Partnerships with Bartelings and Criterion Travel ensure a seamless five-star experience on the ground,
The journey will begin and end with gala evenings at the newly renovated Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York. Along the way, guests will stay at luxury properties including the Rosewood Bermuda, the Four Seasons Ritz in Lisbon, the Savoy in London and Dromoland Castle in Ireland.
Special events include a Fado night in Lisbon, a Fourth of July celebration in London and an exclusive dinner at the Flying Boat and Maritime Museum in Foynes, home to the world’s only replica of a B314 flying boat. History buffs and nostalgics alike will enjoy discussions about Pan Am’s history and heritage.
A vision for the future
Seats on board the Bartelings 757
Pan Am’s ambitions extend beyond this inaugural voyage. Carter envisions a future where the brand will grace exclusive airport lounges, private terminals and branded products, offering a new dimension of luxury in the travel industry.
To celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027, Pan Am World Airways is planning a personalized private jet trip around the world.
“The idea of a Pan Am commemorative flight celebrating everything we stand for is a testament to the strength of the brand and what the airline and its employees stood for,” said Linda Freire, president of the Pan Am Historical Foundation and a former Pan Am flight attendant.
“Pan Am’s legacy and pioneering achievements in aviation continue. I look forward to seeing the Pan Am aircraft take off from JFK,” she added.
Pan Am’s inaugural 12-day voyage, which promises to be an unforgettable adventure, will begin on Friday, June 27, 2025 and conclude on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
At a price of $59,950 per person (double occupancy) or $65,500 single occupancy, In the footsteps of the transatlantic crossing is now open for reservations. For more information, call 1-800-PAA-1927.
