What’s trending on land eventually makes it to the skies.
While drinking a glass of wine to nod off on an overseas flight is a tried and true pastime by many jetsetters, not everyone wants a sip or refill of alcohol with the loom of jetlag ahead. Just like plenty of beverage menus at bars and restaurants across America, airlines are starting to catch on that guests don’t always want to imbibe but still want to feel indulgent.
And though mocktails and even non-alcoholic beer have been added on some routes, 0% ABV and low-alcohol wines have yet to make most beverage menus.
The 100% smart business-class airline La Compagnie just announced a new offering, just in time for Dry January. A brand new partnership with French Bloom, an alcohol-free French sparkling made with fine organic wine, will be on board all flights operating between New York and La Compagnie’s three European destinations – Paris, Milan and Nice (in summertime) — starting late December.
"As a French all-business class airline, we take pride in curating a premium and comfortable in-flight experience for our discerning travelers, and the addition of French Bloom aligns seamlessly with our continued commitment to luxury and innovation, especially in the realm of food & beverage,” said Anne Crespo, Chief Commercial & Marketing Officer at La Compagnie, of bringing. a zero proof wine on board, along with La Compagnie’s signature fine wine offerings.
The collaboration signifies a greater desire for wellness in all aspects of air travel, and a healthier in-flight experience for luxury customers. The beverages pair with seasonal, chef-curated menus.
“We are thrilled to partner with La Compagnie to bring passengers a sophisticated substitute to alcoholic drinks as we see an increased interest in travelers maintaining a wellness routine during their travels,” said Maggie Frerejean-Taittinger, co-founder of French Bloom.
French Bloom has a selective distribution mode and can be found stateside at The Carlyle, The Beverly Hills Hotel, Four Seasons Chicago, Cecconis West Hollywood, The Surf Lodge, and Erewhon. Internationally, the bubbly is served at Le Ritz Paris, Le Meurice, George V, Annabel’s, The Savoy, The Bulgari Dubai, and many more.
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The northern lights, or the aurora borealis, are beautiful dancing waves of light that have captivated people for millennia. The northern lights are poised to grace the skies with resplendent displays (the best in two decades) courtesy of the sun's upcoming "solar maximum" phase peaking between January and October 2024. From cozy cabins with panoramic vistas to remote lodges offering front-row seats to the ethereal dance, Airbnb gathered a selection of listings in prime viewing spots in north polar Alaska, Iceland and Scandinavia – all among the most wishlisted Airbnbs in the Arctic Category.
“Have a safe flight” may be more of a customary farewell than a genuine concern for the safety of modern air travel, but we've all had those mid-air onsets of hyperawareness that flying in a metal tube through the sky at 500 miles per hour is certainly no small feat (some of us more than most). While there are many details to worry about when planning a trip, one thing no traveler wants to be concerned with is whether the plane they’re flying on is safe.
The 1.5 billion euros construction project is a state-of-the-art facility projected to generate 3,000 construction jobs and 3,000 permanent jobs that will not only stimulate the local economy of Athens, but will also have an immediate positive impact on Greece’s economy as well.
The survey compared hotel rates across 40 European destinations for December 31, with prices at all hotels with a central location and rated three stars or more in each destination recorded.
Passing of Scott Ahlsmith, CTC, a board of trustees and executive committee member for The Travel Institute, travel industry thought leader, and travel advisor advocate.
Southwest Airlines experienced an epic meltdown last holiday season due to its outdated technology. Though it avoided any problems this year, there is still one issue it can’t avoid.
From December 2023, as part of its Mobility Plan, Verbier Tourisme will introduce a multi mode of transport booking service developed by Antidots. This innovative booking platform will incorporate all modes of transportation, covering entire journeys from any locations worldwide. As a result, it will now be possible to plan, book, and pay for your journey to Verbier through a single platform. This solution marks the first integration of Mobility as a Service (MaaS) with a valley lift, specifically the one connecting Le Châble and Verbier. It provides travelers with an all-inclusive transportation package, encompassing train and plane services, VTC and taxi options, car rentals, buses, and coaches, as well as free shuttles and the Châble-Verbier gondola. All of these services are conveniently bundled together on the Go Verbier platform, allowing for a seamless experience with a single payment.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a cruise ship almost entirely to yourself? I have, and for two days this week, I had the chance to experience it. I was one of just three non-employees on Carnival Cruise Line's new Carnival Jubilee, the third ship in the line's Excel Class, which gives a nod to some of the brand's original vessels.