NEW YORK, July 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Marquis Jet, the global leader in private jet cards, today announced that it has partnered with Sotheby's, the world's oldest auction house, to provide Sotheby's clients with a range of exciting Marquis Jet Card program benefits. "Recognized as the industry leader, we are delighted to partner with Marquis Jet for this exciting new initiative," commented Amy Todd Middleton, Sotheby's Senior Vice President and Director of Marketing. "We are always looking for ways to enhance the experience of our loyal clients, and we believe they will enjoy having access to the many benefits that Marquis Jet can provide." "We are honored to have been selected by Sotheby's to create exclusive benefits for their clients," commented Ken Austin, Marquis Jet's Executive Vice President. "The exciting new programs will greatly enhance our already industry leading consumer experiences." The partnership between Sotheby's and Marquis Jet provides for a range of special benefits to select Sotheby's clients, including: * When a Sotheby's client purchases their first 25-hour Marquis Jet Card or a NetJets Europe Private Jet Card, they will receive, courtesy of Marquis Jet or NetJets Europe, a $5,000 donation in their name to the charity of their choice; or, a $5,000 Sotheby's Gift Card which can be applied to purchases at auction; * A range of special co-branded events for Sotheby's clients and Marquis Jet Card Owners. ABOUT MARQUIS JET Marquis Jet is the global leader in private jet cards. Through its exclusive alliance with NetJets, Marquis Jet provides the convenience, quality and safety of the world's premier fractional aircraft ownership program 25 hours at a time. The Marquis Jet Card is available throughout North America, catering to businesses and individuals who desire access to the world's best fleet and service. Business Traveler Magazine, Executive Travel Magazine, Robb Report and Flight International have recognized the Marquis Jet Card as the best in the industry. The Marquis Jet Card program is operated by NetJets Aviation, Inc. or NetJets International, Inc. under their respective FAR Part 135 Air Carrier Certificates. For additional information, visit the Company's website at http://www.marquisjet.com/ or call 1-866-JET-1400. ABOUT NETJETS EUROPE NetJets Europe was founded in 1996 and today is the largest operator of business jets in Europe. NetJets Europe, like the NetJets U.S. programs, offers all the advantages of full aircraft ownership at a fraction of the cost with guaranteed availability, guaranteed costs, and guaranteed liquidity. The program provides NetJets Owners access to aircraft throughout the European continent, while delivering the same quality service, safety, security, flexibility and privacy that are the hallmark of the NetJets U.S. program. NetJets Europe is the marketing agent of NetJets Transportes Aereos, a Portuguese/EU Air Carrier. ABOUT SOTHEBY'S Sotheby's Holdings, Inc. is the parent company of Sotheby's worldwide auction businesses, art-related financing and private sales activities. The Company operates in 34 countries, with principal salesrooms located in New York and London. The Company also regularly conducts auctions in 13 other salesrooms around the world, including Australia, Hong Kong, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Singapore. Sotheby's Holdings, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BID. CONTACT: Abbey Nayor Morris & King Company 212-561-7455 Matthew Weigman/Kristin Gelder Sotheby's 212-606-7176 DATASOURCE: Marquis Jet CONTACT: Abbey Nayor of Morris & King Company, +1-212-561-7455, or ; or Matthew Weigman, or Kristin Gelder, both of Sotheby's, +1-212-606-7176 Web site: http://www.marquisjet.com/

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