REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
Hawaiian Airlines is introducing a new pre-order Main Cabin dining programme, offering chef-curated island-inspired meals developed with Chef Sheldon Simeon to enhance choice, quality and onboard experience.
Air New Zealand has appointed Michelin-starred chef Josh Emett as its new Culinary Ambassador, introducing signature dishes that showcase New Zealand ingredients and elevate the premium dining experience on long‑haul flights from October 2026.
Lufthansa has launched its new FOX premium onboard experience in First Class, introducing personalised dining, upgraded service elements and a data-driven approach to redefining the long-haul passenger experience.
United Airlines has unveiled United Relax Row, a first-in-North-America Economy seat that converts into a couch with extra comfort, custom bedding, and family-friendly amenities, set to roll out on long-haul flights by 2027.
American Airlines marks 100 years with limited-edition centennial amenity kits, premium pyjamas, and updated slippers. Each kit tells a unique era of the airline’s story, elevating the onboard experience for today’s travellers.
Lufthansa is elevating long-haul travel with its Future Onboard Experience (FOX), launching with First Class in 2026 and featuring a new partnership with BABOR to deliver premium, personalised inflight skincare and comfort.
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United Airlines is partnering with Chef’s Table to introduce 10 exclusive, regionally-inspired meal experiences in Polaris international Business Class, allowing travellers to enjoy restaurant-quality dining, starting on 1 August 2026.
American Airlines is enhancing the rewards available to members of its AAdvantage frequent-flyer program, as well as further elevating the onboard experience with premium amenities and high-speed WiFi.
Alaska Airlines is serving its first-ever custom craft beer exclusively brewed for the carrier and offered complimentary in First and Premium Class, and for purchase in the Main Cabin and select lounges.
The Onboard Hospitality team has this year announced the winners of the 2021 Onboard Hospitality Awards by video.
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Alaska Airlines is serving its first-ever custom craft beer exclusively brewed for the carrier and offered complimentary in First and Premium Class, and for purchase in the Main Cabin and select lounges.
The Onboard Hospitality team has this year announced the winners of the 2021 Onboard Hospitality Awards by video.
Future Travel Experience was proud to be a Media Partner for the 14th Crystal Cabin Awards, which were presented virtually on 30 March.
Emirates has reopened its iconic A380 Onboard Lounge and Shower Spa for first class passengers, and resumed its multi-course meal service across all cabins.
Air New Zealand has unveiled a new sleeping concept for economy class, called Economy Skynest, which provides six full length lie-flat pods.
Evelop will offer Inflight VR’s Virtual Reality Entertainment free of charge to its 21 passengers in the Turista Plus class on its Airbus A350.
Cathay Pacific is introducing a pork substitute called OmniPork to its onboard offering, becoming the first airline to serve the plant-based alternative.
Singapore Airlines has partnered with Singapore-based wellness brand COMO Shambhala to gradually introduce wellness cuisine onboard.
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