Etihad airways travel with peace of mind when you fly. You can currently book this luxury using etihad miles. Etihad airways new airbus a380 first class suites will feature a stunning extralarge private vip suite dubbed the residence, along with nine first apartments, in an extraordinary reimagining of luxury air travel. The ultimate guide to the etihad a380 residence the points guy.
Etihad airways adds a threeroom suite with butler service. May 05, 2014 how swanky can firstclass travel on a commercial airline get. Sep 07, 2017 etihad residence suite considered the finest commercial accommodations in the air, the residence aboard etihads airbus a380 puts a premium on privacy and panache. There is one residence suite on board each of etihads 10 a380s. I was looking forward to taking advantage of that for my stopover in abu dhabi. When it comes to etihads gorgeous a380s, theyve no doubt garnered the most attention for the residence, which is their private three room suite with butler service, located at the front of the first class cabin. Weve only just begun to look at why the etihad first class experience is one of the most soughtafter flights in the world. The residence can accommodate up to two people, so theres a gorgeous couch that easily seats two. So i choose etihad as the winner offering the best first class suite. Review the etihad residence, abu dhabi to sydney points.
The residence is designed for up to two guests travelling together and comprises a living room, separate bedroom, ensuite shower room and the services of an inflight chef, personal butler and lifestyle concierge team. Etihad a380 the residence is the only threeroom suite on a. Jan 31, 2017 when it comes to uber luxury commercial travel, nothing can compare commercially to the residence by etihad. Etihad airways and, of course, the extreme luxury comes with an eyepopping price equivalent to. On our a380, stay in your own threeroom apartment in the residence. While the doors to all the other suites typically remain open, youll notice that the doors to the residence are almost always closed.
It has been almost 2 years since etihad airways released their top notch and phenomenal the residence on their a380 which feature a living room, separate bedroom and ensuite shower room, it is the only threeroom suite on a commercial. I was glad to see my favourite lounge book arabian horses still on the table. Enjoy more choice as standard in economy, upgrade to business for a fullyflat bed or fly in your own private suite in first. The residence is featured only onboard the a380 which operates to sydney, melbourne, mumbai, new york, and london. In the area where emirates fits 14 first class suites today, etihad will only fit 9 plus the residence. This etihad residence is arguably the most extravagant experience you can ever have on a commercial airline. This is a truly unique and bespoke travel experience. Etihad tailors the residence experience based on the passenger. To do this, etihad had to go with a very spacious first class layout. The residence lounge is hidden towards the back of the first class lounge. Please note that the etihad residence can be booked for one person, it can also technically fit two people.
The residence, as etihad calls it, will be available in december. You can actually book awards in the residence using etihad guest miles. If youre flying in business or economy, you can choose from 2, 4 and 6 hour upgrade packages to access the lounge, subject to availability. The vip room at jfk was so secret, even tpg had trouble locating it. Residence, first class and business class passengers will have access to all etihad lounges worldwide.
Etihad airways the residence, first class apartments. Since july 1st 2019 etihad airways began using their largest aircraft, the a380, on a route from abu dhabi to seoul incheon. From the full suite to a separate armchair and bed to the onboard bar and a shower at 35,000 feet, it is built to wow. Instead of having two aisles like every other airline, etihad will just have one aisle down the middle in first class. The prices are staggeringbut earned airline miles now can be used to book them.
Back in 2014, etihad took the lead when it unveiled both a threeroom residence and enormous firstclass suites called apartments that it. With a threeroom suite, a private lounge, a butler, a personal shower, an onboard chef, and a real double bed at 40,000 feet, no airline has ever done something as extravagant as the residence. In what seems like a toogoodtobetrue deal, you can bag an etihad first class return trip to seoul, flying 3 of the sectors in a private first apartment, for. Just behind etihads own residence experience, the first apartment on the carriers a380 aircraft is often considered the best product in the sky. The residence is a fullon home in the sky, complete with a living. Etihad residence suite considered the finest commercial accommodations in the air, the residence aboard etihad s airbus a380 puts a premium on privacy and panache. Indian eagle shares an insight into the new aircraft, infrastructure, cabins, interior decor, and flight plans of etihad airways. Etihad airways has not suffered any fatal accidents or injuries during passenger operations. Etihad has the better suite, seat, bed, entertainment, and food. Etihads residence is now available to book with miles. However, youll need to book roundtrips with korean air miles. Before we dig in some more, lets talk about how you can book this awesome flight.
Discover first, business and economy onboard etihad airways. First of all, the residence is only available on etihads a380s. Flights from sydney syd to london lhr etihad airways. We took a look inside the residence, etihads most expensive ticket option.
The residence is the only threeroom suite on a commercial airline and can only be found on etihads a380. Best ways to book etihad first class using points 2020. Fly in the residence to or from abu dhabi, london, new york, sydney, paris and seoul. How you can book etihads insane firstclass apartments with. I booked as soon as the original date was announced for december 1, but because of the formula 1 in abu dhabi, etihad moved the date up to november 23, just three days before thanksgiving. Etihads the residence are sold out, emirates and singapore. Use airline miles to book etihad suites smart meetings. Check out these fares departing cairo in etihads the residence, which are. Etihad residence a380 abu dhabi to sydney one mile. Following the design journey of etihads bold new residence. When your flight is booked, tell us which of our premium hotels youd like to stay at for free and well do the rest for you. Mar 14, 2017 when it comes to etihads gorgeous a380s, theyve no doubt garnered the most attention for the residence, which is their private three room suite with butler service, located at the front of the first class cabin.
Not only do you have your own private suite, but it also includes a. Eligible etihad guest members, first and business guests may enjoy our arrivals lounge for free. Emirates has the better shower, onboard lounge, amenity kit and alcohol. Search for flights from sydney syd to london lhr today with etihad airways. It is the only threeroom suite on any commercial airline. Its called the residence, and its the topend flight experience at etihad going beyond the first class experience of any other.
Like etihads first class apartments, the residence is only found aboard the airlines airbus a380s. How to fly the etihad apartment using american miles. Its head office is in khalifa city, abu dhabi, near abu dhabis international airport. View itinerary displays your full itinerary eticket and allows you to view details of a chauffeur service or a rail connection that you have booked. Dec 19, 2014 the big event showcased the residence, etihads revamped first class and business suites as well as a slightly tweaked economy cabin, and the carriers fancy new livery a mixture of. Of course, the etihad residence is offered only on the a380, which etihad has 10 of. Its called the residence, and its a threeroom, private suite aboard their new. Etihad airways new airbus a380 first class suites will feature a stunning extralarge private vip suite dubbed the residence, along with nine first apartments, in. Etihad wins in five categories, emirates wins in four. The etihad residence is the best travel class in the entire world of any airline.
The residence is the only threeroom suite on a commercial airline and can only be found on etihad s a380. The big event showcased the residence, etihads revamped first class and business suites as well as a slightly tweaked economy cabin, and the carriers fancy new livery a mixture of desert. Jun 25, 2014 following the design journey of etihads bold new residence suites. There is one residence suite on board each of etihad s 10 a380s. Bellini cocktail by cipriani asian bao slider with bbq beef, chicken and duck meat steak frites cooked to perfection medium with jus, tomato and garlic. The residence offers a three room suite with butler service on etihad s fleet of 10 airbus a380s. Inside the residence, etihad s private a380 vip suite. The jumeirah has a fullservice spa with treatment rooms, and a large fitness center with modern equipment. The bedroom offered in etihad airways the residence suite. In the front of the cabin, where youd expect seats 1a and 1c to be, is the residence, a threeroom mega suite complete with a separate living room, bedroom, bathroom with a shower, of course and your own personal butler. Etihad s luxury suite with savoytrained butlers and personal chef is fully booked.
Jan 24, 2017 etihad wins in five categories, emirates wins in four. Located on level 74, the observation deck is the highest vantage point of abu dhabi. When etihad shared the layout for its brandnew a380 last year, the airlines firstofits kind superpremium suite was the star of the show. Modify booking allows you to make changes to an existing flight booking. Etihad airways, the national carrier of the united arab emirates, will soon let passengers book a threeroom suite with a living room, bedroom, bathroom and shower. Updated strategies for booking etihad first apartment awards. However, todays experience would be a bit different, as id be flying in the residence. Etihads the residence is a clever use of normallydead.
Etihads luxury the residence is fully booked despite. The residence fly in style on the a380 etihad airways. Fly with etihad and relax with reclining seats, inflight entertainment and tasty meals. Your own enclosed suite holds both a comfortable recliner chair and a bench that turns in to a lieflat bed. Etihads luxury suite with savoytrained butlers and personal chef is fully booked. Dannii minogue explores the residence airbus a380 etihad. Etihad a380 the residence is the only threeroom suite on a commercial airline in the world. Etihad airways experiences overwhelming response to. Door to the etihad residence the residence is a three room private suite, and when you enter youll first find yourself in the living room. Unwind with our fullyflat beds and dine anytime choices. May 04, 2014 join our guest ambassador, dannii minogue as she takes you on a tour of the residence, the only threeroom suite in the sky. Plan and book your next flight with etihad to over 400 destinations.
Your ultimate guide to etihads a380 first class apartments. Etihads the residence suite in the sky a sneak peek. Etihad wins by a small margin so your final choice depends on what matters to you. Fly economy, business, first or even the residence on our a380. Nov 01, 2019 etihad appear to be having near constant scandinavian seat sales, much the same as qatar airways are. Book a flight with etihad airways for more freedom and flexibility to change your travel plans if you need to.
The cheapest fares ive ever seen in the etihad residence. Etihad guest loyalty members are rewarded with etihad miles when they book accommodations through as a result of a deal inked between and etihad airways in 2019. Book the only 3room suite in the sky with the residence at etihad airways. Etihad airways a380, flying reimagined iflya380 airbus. Fly first class with etihad airways book flights and. It has been almost 2 years since etihad airways released their top notch and phenomenal the residence on their a380 which feature a living room, separate bedroom and ensuite shower room, it is the only threeroom suite on a commercial airline, designed for two people travelling together. Guided tour of the residence etihad airways youtube. Etihad s first class suite called the residence are sold out, but singapore, emirates, and others have great first class suites as well. Enjoy the space of a separate double bedroom, ensuite shower and living room. Passengers who book the residence enjoy preflight concierge service to customize their experience, and have access to residenceonly sections of etihads lounges in abu dhabi, london heathrow and new yorkjfk. Its the domain of movie stars and presidents, but etihad airways threeroom suite onboard their a380s, which you have entirely to yourself, offers a private jet experience within a commercial plane.
The residence lounge is exclusive only to guest who travels in the a380 residence on etihad. Allow us to welcome you into the only 3room suite in the sky. The living room is where guests can lounge around, have a meal, and enjoy the view from the windows. Theres no question that the etihad airways apartment is one of the best first class cabins in the sky. Etihad even advertises how they offer two complimentary nights in a khaleej suite at the emirates palace for passengers in the residence. Etihad finally confirmed my abu dhabi stopover hotel. It has been almost 2 years since etihad airways released their top notch and phenomenal the residence on their a380 which features. Tour of the residence etihad airways first class private suite. Etihad guest one of the easiest ways to fly etihad first class is online on their website. Abu dhabi international airport is a 30minute drive from the jumeirah at etihad towers hotel.
Book a caiauhbom in residence and then bomams or bomlhr on 9w first. The etihad residence is made up of three separate spaces. Billed as the only 3room suite in the sky, with a living room, separate bedroom and ensuite bathroom, the residence is truly something unique in air travel. A guide to the etihad residence air travel analysis. The cheapest fares ive ever seen in the etihad residence one. If you were to book the ticket roundtrip, youd pay a total of,100usd. Enjoy the gourmet foods and premium alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages whilst awaiting your flight schedule. Book a flight with etihad guest miles etihad guest. Etihad airways, the national carrier of the united arab emirates, will soon let passengers book a threeroom suite with a living room. Take a tour of our smart seats and onboard options. Join our guest ambassador, dannii minogue as she takes you on a tour of the residence, the only threeroom suite in the sky. Every etihad a380 plane has one residence, which includes a bedroom with a double bed and shower, as well as a private living room with a leather sofa, two dining tables and a flatscreen entertainment system.
The epitome of luxury commerical travel in full privacy. The residence by etihad airways beyond first class on the airbus a380 duration. When did you book the ticket to find that was it right when they announced the boy probably within the state and after the feast with a fine wine tasting from around the world i was ready for the most expensive nap of my life but first i need a shower and let me tell you this is a true pleasure in the sky but the bathroom is much smaller than. Etihad currently has 10 of these aircraft in its fleet and has winnowed down the list of destinations it flies them to in recent years, discontinuing service to cities like melbourne mel and mumbai bom. If youre flying in the residence, first or on selected business tickets, our etihad chauffeur service will take you from the airport to anywhere in the uae.
Its around the same size as a standard apartment seat. The suite is located on the top deck of the cabin in front of the regular first class and features a threeroom suite. The suite consists of 3 rooms, a living room, bathroom, and bedroom. Details of etihad airways the residence suite in the sky. It is located inside the first class lounge of etihad airways at abu dhabi. Etihad airways is all set to take the aviation industry by storm when the dream project the residence, a premium cabin with exclusive amenities and facilities, will be launched. In this post, i will go deeper into what you get with the residence, where it flies to, and more on how to book it. To be launched on etihads new airbus a380s, there will only be one of these on each plane, situated naturally. Etihads luxury the residence is fully booked despite costing. The residence has a relatively wide and diverse menu for the flight. Heres how im flying the residence, which is etihads three room suite with butler. When youre ready for some serious luxury in the sky, etihad airways has the ultimate first class experience. Explore the middle east, africa, europe, asia, australia and north america. The expiry window is extended by an additional six months for silver cardholders and an extra year for gold and platinum members, but for all but the highest of high flyers, a sojourn in the residence will remain but a dream.
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