The first class cabin is usually located at the front portion of the aircraft. The flight tickets are though costly and can be sometimes up to 20 times more than those in economy class. But nevertheless the luxuries, amenities and excellent services are only to be treasured.
Just sample what you can look for when traveling in this class. The suites are equipped with fully lie-flat bed seats and surrounded by privacy dividers. Some of the airlines even offer an additional seat in the cabin to allow a guest to sit in for conversing during the course of the flight. The occupant can make exclusive use of a lavatory, which is otherwise not provided to passengers traveling in other classes. The access in this section is only limited to crew members, and not other passengers. The premium fliers traveling in this class are provided top-notch services and facilities similar to those in a five-star hotel. The passengers can enjoy their drinks whenever they want to with exclusive access to a mini-bar.
Some of the leading airlines such as American Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, Emirates Airline and Qatar Airways have even moved a step ahead and taken the luxurious experience of first class travel to a new level. The privileged customers are being provided a new concept of traveling in their own private 3-room suite ‘The Residence’ by Etihad Airways. The suites being provided by Singapore Airlines is equipped with in-built door and windows with privacy blinds. The suites also have a double bed, a chair and a desk.
The privileges just don’t stop at these. There are much more to be enjoyed. Here are some of the extra benefits for you to ponder. The passengers flying in this class can look forward to priority boarding and disembarking. They will be the first ones to be called in to board the flight, while passengers in other classes will be kept waiting for their turn. These passengers will also be the first ones to disembark from their aircrafts as well. There will be separate security lines and special check in spots for these privileged few.
Apart from excellent services offered 30,000 feet above in the air, the passengers booking tickets in this class will be able to enjoy complimentary Internet access in the airport lounges. Not only this, there will be much more than this to be enjoyed in the lounges while waiting for the flight. The passengers can keep themselves entertained with complimentary beverages and snacks as well.
Many airlines nowadays have started providing free chauffeur-driven limousine service. They pick up their passengers from their hotels or homes and bring them at the airport for boarding the flights.
With such a princely treatment and facilities available, one won’t mind splurging for that ultra comfort and luxury for flying in first class. It’s undoubtedly a good worth for your money.