Articles tagged “first class”

Airlines

The World’s Longest Flight Is Getting a First Class Upgrade

Singapore Airlines already boasts one of the world’s most exclusive passenger planes. After six years of development, it’s about to take things to a whole new level.

Gordon Smith | 2 weeks ago

The World’s Longest Flight Is Getting a First Class Upgrade

Airlines

Cathay Pacific’s New First Class is ‘Mindblowing’ Says Chairman – Exclusive

Boeing 777X delays are forcing Cathay Pacific to strip out first class cabins without an immediate replacement. The company's senior leaders share their strategy with Skift.

Gordon Smith | 3 weeks ago

Cathay Pacific’s New First Class is ‘Mindblowing’ Says Chairman – Exclusive

Airlines

Oman Air Swaps First Class for ‘Higher-Tier Business’ Seats

First class has been 'retiring' from international routes across the industry, Oman Air is the latest, despite its regional neighbors doubling down on the segment.

Josh Corder | 3 months ago

Oman Air Swaps First Class for ‘Higher-Tier Business’ Seats

Airlines

Qatar Airways CEO to See First Class Suite Prototype Thursday But Warns of Delays

Speaking to Skift, Badr Mohammed Al-Meer said supply chain and regulatory hurdles could hinder the speed of the first class roll-out.

Gordon Smith | 4 months ago

Qatar Airways CEO to See First Class Suite Prototype Thursday But Warns of Delays

Airlines

Scalp Massages at JFK? Inside Delta’s Premium Lounge Debut

The first Delta One lounge at JFK includes a full-service restaurant, a shoe shining service, massage chairs and other spa treatments.

Meghna Maharishi | 5 months ago

Scalp Massages at JFK? Inside Delta’s Premium Lounge Debut

Airlines

Air France to Open Ultra-Exclusive Airport Lounge Ahead of the Olympics: Here’s a Look Inside

While first class airport check-in is nothing new, Air France is preparing to take the concept to the next level.

Gordon Smith | 6 months ago

Air France to Open Ultra-Exclusive Airport Lounge Ahead of the Olympics: Here’s a Look Inside

Airlines

Emirates Sees Rise in Unsold Premium Seats, But the Post-Pandemic Party Isn’t Over Yet

With premium cabins typically delivering much higher profit margins than economy seats, good occupancy is a key performance metric for many airlines.

Gordon Smith | 6 months ago

Emirates Sees Rise in Unsold Premium Seats, But the Post-Pandemic Party Isn’t Over Yet

Business Travel

Vacation Rentals on Business Trips? Who Gets the Best Airline Seat?

Business travel still has a long way to go in terms of sustainability and accommodating employee needs. Mastercard’s latest survey shows how no company is the same.

Elizabeth Casolo | 7 months ago

Vacation Rentals on Business Trips? Who Gets the Best Airline Seat?

Airlines

American Airlines Revamps Passenger Experience Amid Premium Travel Boom

From rethinking menus to opting for more comfortable and sustainable bedding, American is hoping to win over more premium travelers with more premium products.

Meghna Maharishi and Elizabeth Casolo, Skift | 7 months ago

Airlines

Delta to Split Boarding Process Into 8 Numbered Zones

Starting May 1, Delta said it plans to use zones, numbered one through eight, to make the boarding process more intuitive for its customers.

Meghna Maharishi | 7 months ago