YOTEL translates the language
of luxury airline travel into a new style of hotel experience.
Sushi founder Simon Woodroffe, the brand's cabins are inspired by first class plane travel, taking the concept
of luxury airline travel into small but luxurious spaces.
Inspired by first class travel, Yotel translates the language
of luxury airline travel into small but luxurious «cabins».
Not exact matches
Singapore
Airlines expands the definition
of luxury travel with its $ 850 million investment in single and double suites aboard its Airbus 380 fleet.
We all talk about our vacations and business travel — so when we experience the
luxury of an
airline like Virgin it's perfectly natural to tell the world.
But the promise
of supersonic offers what Japan
Airlines and at least several others could consider a more valuable
luxury: travelers» time.
Treats like Singapore
Airlines» Givenchy pajamas (shown below with the contents
of the Singapore amenity kit) have catapulted the carrier into the highest realm
of in - flight
luxury.
As summer vacation season shifts into high gear, CNBC took a look at some
of the higher - end perks offered to
luxury travelers by
airlines.
The Millers recently cashed in hundreds
of thousands
of points to book a month - long trip around the world aboard
luxury airlines.
For those looking to increase their chances
of getting Ott's
luxury seat, here's a hint: Business and first class passengers usually have complimentary access to the
airline's lounge.
On my way out, I asked the
airline official why I was given the
luxury of sitting in the exit row.
Luxury pudding maker Pots & Co has chosen Aegg Creative Packaging to produce its bespoke engraved 75 ml injection moulded PS plastic pots for the launch
of its new
airline contract.
Think
of the rear passenger area more
of a first - class seating experience on Emirates
airline, or like a small
luxury hotel, with electric pop - out tables, a hidden refrigerator, all sorts
of armrests and door cubbies, as well as glass, stitching and grab - handle details like you've never seen before.
For the (relatively) low annual fee
of $ 995, cardholders can receive services through the
Luxury Card Concierge, $ 200 credits toward qualified airline purchases, a «members» - only subscription to Luxury Magazine, and unspecified luxury
Luxury Card Concierge, $ 200 credits toward qualified
airline purchases, a «members» - only subscription to
Luxury Magazine, and unspecified luxury
Luxury Magazine, and unspecified
luxury luxury gifts.
Airport lounge access, a TSA Precheck credit, annual credits for
airline fees and Uber rides are just a few
of the bevy
of luxury perks.
If you're into over-the-top
luxury, you can also transfer points to Emirates and Singapore
Airlines, both
of which feature first class suites and amazing service in any cabin.
If United is your
airline of choice,
luxury travel benefits are important to you, and lounge access is a high priority, the United MileagePlus Club card or United MileagePlus Business Club card is a solid choice.
Bottom line: If
luxury travel benefits are paramount and United
Airlines is your
airline of choice, the United MileagePlus Club card is a clear winner for you.
Grab those
luxury travel benefits or choose to forego most
of those perks for a more appealing 50,000 miles sign - up bonus; there's a card for every United
Airlines traveler in this lineup.
If United is your
airline of choice, and you value
luxury travel benefits, there's a lot to love about the Club card.
Airlines would prefer to maintain the
luxury of the premium cabin class by inviting passengers who would preserve that experience
As part
of that program, you'll be able to transfer your points to 17 different frequent flyer programs.In addition to getting access to British Airways, Singapore
Airlines, Air France KLM and Virgin Atlantic, which also partner with Ultimate Rewards, you'll be able to transfer points to five North American carriers: Delta, JetBlue, Virgin America, Air Canada and Aeromexico; luxury airlines Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and Emirates; European airlines Alitalia and Iberia; Japan's ANA; Israel's EL AL; and perennial frequent flyer favorite, Hawaiian A
Airlines, Air France KLM and Virgin Atlantic, which also partner with Ultimate Rewards, you'll be able to transfer points to five North American carriers: Delta, JetBlue, Virgin America, Air Canada and Aeromexico;
luxury airlines Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and Emirates; European airlines Alitalia and Iberia; Japan's ANA; Israel's EL AL; and perennial frequent flyer favorite, Hawaiian A
airlines Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and Emirates; European
airlines Alitalia and Iberia; Japan's ANA; Israel's EL AL; and perennial frequent flyer favorite, Hawaiian A
airlines Alitalia and Iberia; Japan's ANA; Israel's EL AL; and perennial frequent flyer favorite, Hawaiian
AirlinesAirlines.
You'll also typically score the best deals on
luxury upgrades, such as flying first class instead
of coach, when redeeming branded miles through the
airline's system.
While few
of us will be wearing three - piece suits and sipping free drinks while heading off on our next flight, we can all enjoy a bit
of the lost
luxury of airline travel with the help
of the right travel rewards program.
Expect impeccable service at this
luxury hotel at Athens airport, where amenities include WIFI, laptop hire, an
airline desk, currency exchange and Golden Key concierges who may help with transport or custom tours
of Athens.
If United is your
airline of choice, and you value
luxury travel benefits, there's a lot to love about the Club card.
As part
of that program, you'll be able to transfer your points to 17 different frequent flyer programs.In addition to getting access to British Airways, Singapore
Airlines, Air France KLM and Virgin Atlantic, which also partner with Ultimate Rewards, you'll be able to transfer points to five North American carriers: Delta, JetBlue, Virgin America, Air Canada and Aeromexico; luxury airlines Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and Emirates; European airlines Alitalia and Iberia; Japan's ANA; Israel's EL AL; and perennial frequent flyer favorite, Hawaiian A
Airlines, Air France KLM and Virgin Atlantic, which also partner with Ultimate Rewards, you'll be able to transfer points to five North American carriers: Delta, JetBlue, Virgin America, Air Canada and Aeromexico;
luxury airlines Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and Emirates; European airlines Alitalia and Iberia; Japan's ANA; Israel's EL AL; and perennial frequent flyer favorite, Hawaiian A
airlines Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and Emirates; European
airlines Alitalia and Iberia; Japan's ANA; Israel's EL AL; and perennial frequent flyer favorite, Hawaiian A
airlines Alitalia and Iberia; Japan's ANA; Israel's EL AL; and perennial frequent flyer favorite, Hawaiian
AirlinesAirlines.
The U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve card unfortunately falls short on its
airline lounge offering, but it does feature an extensive list
of luxury benefits and an excellent rewards program that includes a generous travel credit, a bonus on travel purchases and a 50 percent boost in point value for travel redemptions.
Guests this week include Roger Dow, CEO
of the US Travel Association on the open skies agreement, Geoffrey Kent, CEO
of Abercrombie & Kent on
luxury experiences, and Mark Dunkerly, CEO
of Hawaiian
Airlines on why leisure travel is on track for fast growth.
Bottom line: If
luxury travel benefits are paramount and United
Airlines is your
airline of choice, the United MileagePlus Club card is a clear winner for you.
Grab those
luxury travel benefits or choose to forego most
of those perks for a more appealing 50,000 miles sign - up bonus; there's a card for every United
Airlines traveler in this lineup.
Winners in other categories included Ultra-
luxury Cruise Line
of the Year — Silversea, Premium
Airline of the Year — Singapore
Airlines,
Luxury Hotel Company
of the Year — Belmond
These suites provide flyers with a personal first - class
luxury double bed in the sky and this type
of product and experience is currently unavailable with any other
airline in the industry.
Matthew Upchurch, Virtuoso Travel CEO, talks about the need for
airline transparency and the growing world (and changing definitions)
of luxury travel.
The Platinum Card ® from American Express, both business and personal, is the ultimate travel experience card: you'll get access to a huge variety
of luxury travel benefits including unlimited lounge access, elite status,
airline credits, and more.
Meanwhile, in the capital
of Panama City, there's
luxury shopping at the Soho Mall, a planned opening
of a Ritz - Carlton,
airline partnerships that will increase flights, and the expansion
of the Panama Canal all slated for the coming year.
This type
of coordination between
airlines and
luxury hotel brands is often quite popular with high - paying passengers.
Our take: The U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve card unfortunately falls short on its
airline lounge offering, but it does feature an extensive list
of luxury benefits and an excellent rewards program that includes a generous travel credit, a bonus on travel purchases and a 50 percent boost in point value for travel redemptions.
It will mean less
luxury but more chance at an upgrade, because as
of April 25, Alaska elites should have full access to complimentary First Class upgrade on these routes when on a revenue Alaska
Airlines ticket.
First class travel on Etihad remains one
of the ultimate
luxury award redemptions using American
Airlines miles.
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Airlines Magazine, February 2017 2016
The
airline credit, increased cash back percentage, airport perks
of the Global Entry, Lounge Card and
Luxury Magazine are all included at the Black Level.
Lufthansa was one
of the big stars on the night, walking off with the blue riband category «Europe's Leading
Airline», while Le Bristol Paris was voted «Europe's Leading Hotel», InterContinental Hotels & Resorts won «Europe's Leading Hotel Brand», Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa named «Europe's Leading
Luxury Resort» and Dubrovnik Palace Hotel, Conference Centre and Spa picked up «Europe's Leading Resort».
Sarah Lee's a print journalist / editor, and founder
of an award - winning
luxury travel blog, LiveShareTravel, which has partnered with TUI, Royal Brunei
Airlines and destinations worldwide.
If you're interested in premium class travel, one
of the best ways to experience ultimate
luxury is with Singapore
Airlines» First Suite.
Best in
Airlines • Domestic: Delta Air Lines • International: Virgin Atlantic • Business / First Class: Emirates • Top
Airline Overall: Delta Air Lines Best in Car Rental • Domestic: Hertz • International: Hertz Best Rail Vacation • Rocky Mountaineer Best Travel Agent Educational Program • OneSource Academy — Princess Cruises Best GDS • Sabre Best Theme Park • Walt Disney World Best in Hotel Chains • Domestic: Marriott International • Asia: Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide • Caribbean: Sandals Resorts • Europe: InterContinental Hotels Group • Mexico: Secrets Resorts & Spas • Hawaii / South Pacific: Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide • All - Inclusive: Sandals Resorts •
Luxury: Ritz - Carlton Hotels & Resorts • Upscale: Westin Hotels & Resorts • Mid-Priced: Hampton Inn • Boutique: Karisma Hotels & Resorts • Sales & Service: Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Best Las Vegas Hotel • Bellagio Las Vegas Best Resort Worldwide • St. Regis Bora Bora Top Overall Hotel Group • Marriott International Best in Tour Operators • Domestic Packaged: Delta Vacations • Domestic Escorted: Tauck • International: Globus • Africa: Abercrombie & Kent • Asia / Pacific: Globus • Canada: Tauck • Caribbean: Gogo Worldwide Vacations • Europe: Trafalgar Tours • Hawaii: Pleasant Holidays • Mexico: Apple Vacations •
Luxury: Abercrombie & Kent • Sales & Service: Travel Impressions • Escorted Overall: Globus • Packaged Overall: Travel Impressions Best in Cruise Lines • Domestic: Royal Caribbean International • Alaska: Princess Cruises • Caribbean: Royal Caribbean International • Europe: Celebrity Cruises • Hawaii / Pacific: Norwegian Cruise Line • Under 1,000 Berths: Crystal Cruises • Premium: Celebrity Cruises •
Luxury: Seabourn Cruise Line • River Cruising: Viking River Cruises • Sales & Service: Royal Caribbean International • Overall: Royal Caribbean International • Best World Cruise Itinerary: Holland America Line • Best Family Experience: Disney Cruise Line Best in Cruise Ships • River Cruising: Viking Longship Magni, Viking River Cruises • New: Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Cruise Line • Premium: Celebrity Reflection, Celebrity Cruises •
Luxury: Queen Mary 2, Cunard Line • Overall Individual: Allure
of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International Best in Destinations • Africa: South Africa • Asia / Pacific: Tahiti • Canada: Vancouver • Caribbean: Dominican Republic • Central / South America: Costa Rica • Europe: Ireland • Hawaii: Maui • Mexico: Riviera Maya • U.S. State: Hawaii • U.S. City: Las Vegas
In such an argument, Joe Sharkey says in the New York Time, «If you wish and are a person
of means, you can fly first - class round trip in
luxury between Los Angeles and Dubai on an Emirates
Airline A380 superjumbo jet.
More than 900 categories cover all aspects
of the industry from
airlines and cruise ships to ski resorts and new
luxury hotels.
You'll also typically score the best deals on
luxury upgrades, such as flying first class instead
of coach, when redeeming branded miles through the
airline's system.
While few
of us will be wearing three - piece suits and sipping free drinks while heading off on our next flight, we can all enjoy a bit
of the lost
luxury of airline travel with the help
of the right travel rewards program.