Tag: business class

Avianca introduces business class service on domestic routes

After announcing an investment of more than $800 million to strengthen its fleet and improve the customer experience, Avianca is launching its “More for Everyone” campaign, which introduces new features in comfort and connectivity. More comfort: Starting Jan. 15, 2026, the Business Class A...

Emirates’ A350 to be deployed to Montréal

The Emirates A350 aircraft will make its debut in Canada on 1 February 2026* and serve the Montréal-Dubai route. The A350 aircraft will replace the current Boeing 777 aircraft operating the daily service and its deployment marks the introduction of Emirates’ latest cabin class, Premium Economy...

Spain looks to introduce tax on business class and private jet travel

Spain looks to introduce tax on business class and private jet travel

Spain is considering a new tax on business class airline tickets and the use of business jets. According to Majorca Daily Bulletin, the Spanish prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has backed an initiative to create a new tax on luxury travel. He announced during the Fourth International Conference...

airBaltic Sees Strong Demand for Business Class Upgrade Service

The Latvian airline airBaltic reports strong performance following the launch of its Business Class upgrade bidding service in December 2024, developed in partnership with Plusgrade, a global leader in ancillary revenue solutions. Since its introduction, over 7 500 passengers have successfully bid f...

SAS reintroduces European business class starting October 1

Scandinavian Airlines is announcing a new European Business Class, responding to increasing customer demand for premium service. This new offering ensures a clear and recognizable Business Class product, providing an elevated experience tailored to customers seeking comfort, flexibility, and a hi...

TAAG Angola Airlines selects business class seating from Unum

Flag carrier TAAG Angola Airlines (TAAG) has selected Unum Aircraft Seating (Unum) to be the business class seating supplier for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The project is part of TAAG’s ongoing investment in enhancing passenger experience and fleet modernisation. Miguel Carneiro, Chief...

Avianca set to offer business class on 34 routes across the Americas

Starting this December, Avianca's new Business Class Americas, available on single-aisle Airbus A320 aircraft, will be extended to 23 additional routes, complementing the 11 that have been in operation since mid-year. This will bring the total to 34 routes offering this service within the contine...

'I paid $10,000 to fly business class - the service was shocking'

‘I paid $10,000 to fly business class – the service was shocking’

If you fly business class, you expect VIP treatment - but one passenger who paid $10,000 for his seat was left dismayed by poor service. Aviation consultant Alex Macheras shared his experience of flying business class with Air Canada on a return trip from Europe to Montreal. In a post on X (fo...

Qatar Airways wins the “Airline of the Year” Award by Skytrax

As the airline proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2022, Qatar Airways has been named “Airline of the Year” by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax, for an unprecedented seventh time. At a glittering event in London earlier today, the leading global airline als...

airBaltic Reduces Business Class Fare Introducing Business Light

Latvian airline airBaltic has introduced a new ticket type – Business Light. It offers passengers a full on board business class experience as well as select flexibility options for a more affordable price. Martin Gauss, Chief Executive Officer of airBaltic: “As an innovative airline we al...

Qatar Airways Introduces its First Fully Vegan Range of Gourmet Dishes

Qatar Airways has introduced its first range of fully vegan dishes to its à la carte menu for Business Class passengers on all flights, designed to cater to the increasing demand for plant-based food while elevating passengers’ culinary experience when they travel with the award-winning airline....

Air France inaugurates its new lounge at Paris-Orly 3

As from 16 January 2020, Air France is inviting its Business customers and Flying Blue Elite Plus members to discover its new lounge dedicated to long-haul flights departing from terminal 3 at Paris-Orly airport. An area spanning 720 sq. m synonymous with elegance, refinement and tranquillity has b...

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