ETIHAD A380 THE RESIDENCE | World's best First Class flight (phenomenal!)
Welcome to Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport, named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE's founder Etihad’s First Class lounge features a dedicated reception lobby Floor-to-ceiling windows offer a view of the airport apron and the Airbus A380 that will fly us to London Heathrow An elevator takes guests to the rooftop lounge on the 6th floor A central walkway leads down the entire length of the lounge, with several seating areas and a restaurant along the way The lounge is open 24/7 to Etihad’s First Class passengers and to elite members of Etihad’s frequent flyer program In the lounge’s elegant parlor, guests are treated to a selection of pastries & desserts and to an array of tea ceremonies The lounge is conveniently located with access to three gates, offering direct-lounge boarding on selected flights First Class Private Suites are available for guests to work, relax and dine in complete privacy The lounge offers an elevated à la carte dining experience, with a fine wine selection recommended by in-house experts Lobster ravioli, peppers, spinach, basil, and spiced butter This is the Airbus A380 that will fly us to London (registration number: A6-APG; delivered to Etihad in 2016) Etihad has 4 Airbus A380s in its fleet, which are currently deployed on routes between Abu Dhabi, London and New York Etihad’s A380 features 415 Economy Class seats, 70 flat-bed Business Class seats, 9 First Class suites and The Residence Welcome to The Residence, the only three room suite in the sky I’ll take a detailed tour of The Residence after takeoff We're leaving the gate (on-time departure at 2 pm) Etihad's A380s are equipped with a tail camera and powered by four Engine Alliance GP7000 engines Etihad Airways is the national airline of the UAE and the second-largest airline in the country (after Emirates) Etihad is one of the world's safest airlines and has not suffered hull losses, accidents, or fatalities since its founding in 2003 Let’s have a detailed look at The Residence, an uber luxurious suite which can accommodate a maximum of two passengers Located on the A380 upper deck, The Residence comprises a living room, an ensuite bathroom, and a private bedroom Have you ever flown The Residence? If so, what was your experience? Leave a comment The bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilet, and sink, and stocked with Acqua Di Parma toiletries The private bedroom boasts a double bed (not queen/king) The Residence is available as an upgrade to passengers flying on a First Class Etihad ticket The upgrade from First Class to The Residence can be paid cash or with miles A minibar is located under the bench The armrest holds power outlets and control panels for the lighting, seat position, and inflight entertainment A bifold tray tabel extends from the arm rest The Residence once offered private butler service, but the service, dining and amenities are now the same as in First Class Let’s have a look at the menu and wine list Signature Oscietra caviar service with traditional garnishes Sweet potato & kale soup, brazil nut, crispy kale Grapefruit sorbet (palate cleanser) Fillet of beef, frites, tomatoes, béarnaise Warm chocolate & vimto fondant, served with Laben ice cream, date batheet crumb, berries Après-dessert chocolate treat Let have a walk through the Etihad Airbus A380, which features 70 flat bed Business Class seats on the upper deck Right in front of the Business Class cabin is a lounge, which is a great spot to relax or socialize with other passengers The lower deck of Etihad’s A380 features four Economy Class Cabins, seating a total of 415 passengers And we’re back in The Residence on the A380 upper deck Have you ever flown with Etihad Airways? If so, what was your experience? Leave a comment Etihad Airways' inflight entertainment selection offers more than 300 TV shows, 100 movies, and live TV channels Complimentary WiFi is offered in The Residence We're landing at London Heathrow (local time: 6 pm)
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