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Transavia to offer inflight ordering, with purchasable IFE

25/09/2023 by Kevincm

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Dutch low-cost carrier Transavia has begun a trial of the AirFi box that will enable passengers to access and buy in-flight entertainment content and order food and beverages from their seats. Transavia is trialling AirFi’s solution on board its Boeing 737 aircraft based at Rotterdam The Hague Airport in the Netherlands. The carrier, a subsidiary of Air France-KLM, … [Read more...]

SWISS to increase its Premium Economy Cabin for its upcoming Airbus A350

11/09/2023 by Kevincm

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SWISS International Air Lines is planning something a little different for its Airbus A350 aircraft, with a larger Premium Economy cabin. Who needs an aircraft render? Image, SWISS>  The airline has locked down its seating layout plan (or LOPA - location of passenger accommodations). It will feature 242 seats in total for passengers: three in … [Read more...]

Emirates to offer a complimentary bus service from Tokyo Haneda to some hotspots

30/08/2023 by Kevincm

Emirates Boeing 777-300ER approaching Chicago O'Hare

Emirates is offering an interesting option for those arriving at Tokyo -  a new complimentary bus service for its Economy Class passengers arriving at Tokyo-Haneda Airport. The new service starts on the 1st of September. Emirates will be the only air carrier in Japan to offer a complimentary bus service from Haneda Airport to major train stations within Tokyo, guaranteeing … [Read more...]

British Airways adds Martinis … and lounge improvements

26/08/2023 by Kevincm

a man sitting at a bar with a martini glass

For those of you who wish to reenact your James Bond fantasies, involving sipping Martinis at a bar in the airport, there's good news, a new bar is opening at London Heathrow Terminal 5 in the Concorde Room. The airline has introduced an exclusive martini mixer designed by British aviation and adventure specialists Bremont, alongside British design and engineering … [Read more...]

Making buying a bottle of water a lot easier at Dublin Airport

13/08/2023 by Kevincm

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Whilst some people are very organised, and have their recycled fillable water bottle with them at all times, others (like your writer), have the organisational skills of a pea some days. So when I need a bottle of water at an airport, it’s a grumble, more than happiness when given the choice of paying through the nose at newsagents. Thankfully, Dublin … [Read more...]

Emirates unveils its Autumn/Winter Amenity Kits

08/08/2023 by Kevincm

a group of cosmetic products and a silver bag

It seems even amenity kits now have seasons, with Emirates unveiling new Bulgari amenity kits for the Autumn/Winter season in First and Business Class travellers. Let us dive in to see what's being offered. Business Class The Business Class range offers two bag shapes, a pouch and a classic toiletry bag silhouette, both made from vegan leather in a standout … [Read more...]

Does Premium Economy Work? According to Emirates… yes.

06/08/2023 by Kevincm

a row of white seats in a plane

Premium Economy is a product that sits between the classical business class with all the frills and economy class, where there might be a frill, but tight seat pitch. Emirates has been rolling out its Premium Economy product - and thinks premium economy "works", after a year of operation. The airline introduced its premium economy in August 2022, with the airline flying … [Read more...]

easyJet to offer night-time luggage dropoff at Glasgow Airport

04/08/2023 by Kevincm

easyJet Airbus A320neo taxing at Manchester Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

For those with families, having one less thing to do in the morning when dropping off luggage could be an important thing. easyJet is to expand its  Twilight Bag Drop service to Glasgow Airport. The free service provides customers on early morning flights with the option to drop their bags off the evening before, saving time for their journey through the airport on their … [Read more...]

Lufthansa expands pre-flight meal selection, whilst boosting other passenger experiences

28/07/2023 by Kevincm

Lufthansa Airbus A321neo arriving at Dublin Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

Lufthansa is expanding its inflight service as it seeks to please and delight its passengers, with news across the cabins. Let us see what changes are in the air.  Lufthansa Airbus A321neo arriving at Dublin Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Long Haul Business Class Starting in mid-August, Business Class passengers on long-haul flights from Germany … [Read more...]

The Ultimate Catering Experience on the ground? Greggs opens a branch at London Gatwick Airport

27/07/2023 by Kevincm

a food court with people in front of it

Sometimes when you get off an aircraft, you just want a comforting snack, sandwich or doughnut, and get the restorative energy to continue a journey. Well, there's good news as Greggs (a bakery chain in the United Kingdom) has opened a branch at London Gatwick Airport. The new shop s is in Gatwick Airport’s South Terminal in the Arrivals Area, … [Read more...]

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