Tourexpi
The
tour offered trade partners and media guests an up-close and personal
experience of Emirates’ latest product, as well as its enhanced First and
Business Class cabins and refurbished interiors. The event further demonstrated
the airline’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the continued development of
its offerings for the Japanese market and reaffirms Emirates' dedication to
providing an unmatched standard of travel for the valued customers in the local
community.
“Since
Premium Economy’s debut on our Dubai/Narita flights, the response has been
extremely positive and encouraging for us. This accomplishment exemplifies our
dedication to providing our Japanese travelers with an expanded array of
choices, as they plan their journeys, ensuring service excellence and a
comfortable yet seamless travel experience. Emirates Premium Economy has
elevated the standards of travel and has taken this cabin’s competitive edge to
new heights with its meticulous design and industry-leading service quality,” said Satish
Sethi, Emirates’ Emirates Country Manager for Japan.
Narita
International Airport welcomed Emirates’ four-class A380 flight on 20 December,
making it the airline’s first East Asian destination to receive the upgraded
aircraft fitted with the unique Premium Economy product.
Within
the four-class configuration of an Emirates A380, the Premium Economy cabin is
situated at the forefront of the main deck, boasting 56 seats arranged in a
2-4-2 configuration. Inside this cabin, meticulous attention has been given to
every inch of space, foreseeing and meeting customer needs. Customers can
travel in a spacious setting complemented by tailored features such as in-seat
charging points and a convenient side cocktail table. Elevating the experience
is thoughtfully curated in-flight amenities, a creative menu, and a wide array
of beverage options.
Emirates’
distinctive Premium Economy product now features on flights to 15 destinations
globally, including New York JFK, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, London
Heathrow, Sydney, Auckland, Christchurch, Melbourne, Singapore, Mumbai,
Bangalore, Sao Paulo, Tokyo and Dubai.
In
addition to the introduction of Premium Economy on the retrofitted aircraft,
customers across all cabins can enjoy the refreshed interiors which sport
Emirates’ signature ghaf tree motif. The refurbishments and aesthetic
enhancements that can be enjoyed by passengers on their journeys on the
retrofitted A380 aircraft include a blend of beautiful designs and new colour
palettes, evident throughout the aircraft, in the carpeting, wall panels, and
wood finishings.
Explore
Emirates’ Premium Economy product virtually here: https://www.emirates.com/ae/english/experience/cabin-features/premium-economy-class/
Image
Credit: © Emirates Airlines
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