Air France changes the rules of the game. Premiere becomes even more unique in the world
Is there a more exclusive first class than Air France's La Premiere? Probably not. Certainly, however, lulling on the [...]
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There is a most exclusive first class by La Premiere by Air France? Probably not. What is certain, however, is that resting on one's laurels is never a wise idea, and that is why the French national airline-pending Present the new first class in a few months - decided to improve even more, if possible, The ground experience of passengers flying in La Premiere.
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The new check-in area for passengers at La Premiere
By July 2024, theParis-Charles De Gaulle Airport, the home of Air France, will be equipped with a New space entirely dedicated to La Premiere passengers: AF ground staff will handle departure-related procedures, i.e., check-in and baggage boarding, after which they will escort passengers to the La Premiere Lounge (where security checks will be possible).
This new area, equipped with 15 seats, will also be used as a lounge for La Premiere customers landing: retrieving one's bags, relaxing and maybe even taking a shower is what one needs after a flight in Air France's first and before returning to "normal."
La Premiere's new suites at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris.
If you travel with La Premiere and want to treat yourself to an (even more) unforgettable experience then you can't help but shell out 800 euros to gain access to one of the 3 brand new private suites adjacent to La Premiere lounge. 45 square meters of space, living area, bedroom, private bathroom, outdoor patio and a butler: what more could you want? Air France, then, as if that were not enough, offers a treatment SPA by Sisley and a chance to enjoy a plate of Alain Ducasse.
The furnishings in each of these suites will feature iconic examples of French design, including Charlotte Perriand's desk, Pierre Paulin's Ribbon armchair, and Philippe Stark's Privé sofa; in addition to this, each room will be adorned with a unique work of art by a French artist.
When will the new La Premiere booth arrive?
Not long to go. Air France will introduce the new cabin during next winter. The new La Premiere, according to AF, will have the configuration that offers the most space (in length) on the market: they will, in fact, even 5 (!) windows available to each passenger and, in addition, a new seat with a modular design will be implemented that will allow for a choice of seating. Even more interestingly, La Premiere's new suite will be fitted on more aircraft: to date, in fact, they are only 19 Boeing 777-300ERs equipped with the F-cabin, a total of a hundred suites that fly only on certain routes.
Also new for economy, premium eco and business passengers
The new service is called Air France Conciergerie and will be available - starting June 11, 2024 - to economy, premium economy and business class travelers. Departing customers will have the option of booking a private transfer to the airport (provided the pickup is within 40km of CDG), they will be escorted to a dedicated check-in desk and escorted, then, to the lounges (this option is valid only for those flying biz or status holders).
Arriving passengers, on the other hand, will have the option of being escorted to baggage claim through the airport's priority lanes, after which they can take advantage of the private transfer (again, the 40km rule applies); A table with concierge service costs is available on the Air France website.
In conclusion
There are many novelties presented by Air France: but the one everyone is most looking forward to is the new Premiere. What will it be like to fly on the most exclusive First Class cabin? How spacious will it be? Will the door finally be implemented or will the curtains remain? All questions, these, that we look forward to answering.
