SWISS Is Certified as the World’s First ‘Allergy-Friendly’ Airline
AirlinesTravel TechnologyTravel Tips April 16, 2014
Swiss International Air Lines Ltd. has became the world’s first certified ‘allergy-friendly’ airline, by meeting the criteria of the European Center for Allergy Research Foundation. In May, SWISS will introduce ground and in-flight products designed to make air travel more comfortable for allergy sufferers.
Read moreEVA Air is a serious, emerging competitor, not just to older, larger China Airlines, but to other players in the burgeoning Asia-Pacific market, as well.
Read moreANA Modifies Livery and Adds New Premium-Class Touches on Long Flights
AircraftAirlinesTravel Technology July 29, 2013
Together with a new corporate tag-line displayed prominently on its aircraft exteriors, Japanese carrier ANA is introducing new in-flight services and standards in its premium-class cabins from September.
Read moreReview: ANA Boeing 787 Dreamliner Business Class
AircraftAirlinesReviewsTravel Technology May 29, 2013
Once the flying public regains confidence in the 787, ANA’s embrace of the new-generation aircraft may come to be seen as a smart move. It’s a very beautiful, comfortable plane.
Read moreFrom spring 2013 all Finnair aircraft will feature a ‘Marimekko for Finnair’ collection of textiles and tableware, featuring Marimekko’s classic patterns. The Marimekko for Finnair collection is designed to add a new dimension to the onboard experience and lighten the airline’s carbon footprint.
Read moreAirberlin is a well-run, passenger-friendly, forward-looking airline, known in Europe for affordable fares. It flies to seven U.S. destinations: New York JFK, Chicago O’Hare (from March 2013), Fort Myers in Florida, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, and, in summer, San Francisco.
Read moreUS Airways Adds $19.99 Premium-Dining Option for International Economy Class
AirlinesFood and Drink August 1, 2012
US Airways is introducing DineFresh, a premium-meal-for-purchase option in Economy class on its international flights to Europe, the Middle East and South America.
Read moreUnited Re-Brands Premium-Class Cabins and Upgrades In-Flight Food and Amenities
Airlines February 17, 2012
The airline is introducing United Global First, its new international first-class service on three-cabin aircraft; and United BusinessFirst, its international business-class service on two- and three-cabin aircraft. United is also upgrading its premium-class food, in-flight entertainment and amenities.
Read moreVirgin America Upgrades ‘Red’ IFE System with New Features
AirlinesFood and DrinkTravel Technology July 22, 2010
Virgin America has unveiled changes to its Red in-flight entertainment platform which will allow travelers access to new amenities, including enhanced terrain-view Google Maps, an open tab service for the airline’s on-demand menu and what it says is the first-ever seatback digital-shopping platform in-flight.
Read moreContinental to End Free Meal Service on Domestic, Canada, Latin America Flights
Airlines March 15, 2010
From autumn 2010, Continental Airlines is doing away with free meal service in economy class on most U.S. domestic flights, as well as on many flights to Canada and certain Latin American routes.
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