Premium flying: A taste of luxury on air

Bangalore: International carriers are pampering their premium passengers with a host of value adds that make flying a luxurious experience. From super comfortable beds and in-flight TV on 23-inch screens to buffet dinners and limousine transfers — a host of goodies have been thrown in to ensure the worth of a Rs 4,00,000 ticket.
Air India, which has started its Mumbai-New York non-stop daily fights, is offering limousine services at the JFK airport and a shower facility at 'The Lounge' on arrival. The seats in the aircraft have been designed to offer a soft massage to combat the stress levels. Passengers are entitled to $75 and $50 worth gift vouchers for in-flight shopping.
Jet Air, which started its Mumbai-New York flight via Brussels has provided suites that give passengers privacy.
Singapore Airlines' premium customers now receive an amenities kit containing Salvatore Ferragamo toiletries and perfumes as well as Givenchy sleeper suits and suede slippers to lounge onboard. Emirates in-flight entertainment system 'ICE digital widescreen' allows passengers to view their holiday photos onscreen during the flight by connecting to a USB port.
The airline offers free transfers in luxury cars like Mercedes E or V Class, Audi A6, BMW 5 series or Chrysler on arrival in Europe. Their passengers arriving in Venice enjoy transfers in speed boats.
06/08/07 Anshul Dhamija/Times of India

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Categories: Foreign Aug 2007, General Aviation Aug 2007