Wayfarer TV: Etihad Airways’ Airbus A380s now flying to New York City
After a celebratory send-off in Abu Dhabi, Etihad pilots waved the US and UAE flags from the cockpit after the super-jumbo arrived on its stand in New York.
“We’re thrilled to introduce our A380 experience to New York, confident that our guests will relish the exceptional onboard journey,” said Etihad Airways CEO, Antonoaldo Neves.
“Whether travelling in Economy, Business, First Class, or our luxurious three-room suite, The Residence, passengers can expect unparalleled service from our award-winning crew.
“We want to ensure guests arrive in the Big Apple feeling refreshed and at ease. This commitment is crucial for all our travellers, not least our corporate clients who rely on us for business travel, and we have timed our A380 services, so customers arrive in New York or Abu Dhabi in time to make good use of the business day, or for their onward connections.
“Introducing the A380 to the popular New York route aligns with our strategy to meet increasing customer demand and expand our network.
“It comes just three weeks after we launched our new route to Boston, our fourth US gateway, underlining our commitment to serving and growing the North American market,” he said.
The addition of the A380 significantly boosts Etihad’s capacity in the vital US market, providing seamless and convenient connections to the broader Middle East and the Indian subcontinent.
The increase in capacity will also make it easier to attract a greater number of visitors eager to explore the dynamic attractions of Abu Dhabi and savour the premium leisure experience on offer from Etihad.
One of Etihad’s two daily flights to New York will be serviced by the A380, while the other will be operated by a 787-9, offering First, Business, and Economy cabins.
NH Collection New York Madison Avenue offers some of the city’s most stylish rooms
Since it made its eagerly awaited debut in mid-2021, the NH Collection New York Madison Avenue has been one of midtown Manhattan’s hottest new hotels, thanks to its spacious, stylish rooms and fantastic food and beverage on offer.
The NH Collection New York Madison Avenue is led by General Manager, Carlos Salomon, who says “staying at the enchanted property takes guests on a journey back in time to one of the most iconic periods of Gotham’s history”.
“Located in a building inspired by the Renaissance Revival architecture of the 1920’s, the hotel exudes splendour, creativity and all the buzz of the city’s Golden Age of Advertising,” he says.
“The NH Collection New York Madison Avenue allow guests to soak in the ambience of 1950’s Madison Avenue while enjoying all the conveniences of the new millennium. Its style is distinctly European, with a touch of eclectic elegance.
“That nostalgia carries through to the establishment’s common areas, designed to foster convivial experiences.
“Warm rooms with welcoming fireplaces, areas for resting in comfort and quiet but vibrantly decorated workspaces are just a few of the lobby’s charms.”
Salomon says surrounded by some of the most emblematic skyscrapers of New York’s skyline, most of the hotel’s 288 rooms offer stunning city views.
“With an exceptional terrace looking out over the Empire State Building, the Presidential Suite will give its fortunate guests a stunning vantage point from which to view the soul of the city,” he says.
“Decorated with elegant furniture crafted from walnut wood, both the suites and the deluxe rooms are equipped with the brand’s outstanding amenities, thus offering the highest standards of comfort.”
Also headlining the experience is the food and beverage on offer, including MAD Bar and Lounge, a top spot for cocktails, bites and live jazz music, as well as the latest NYC outpost of Serafina, which offers contemporary Italian cuisine crafted with quality ingredients and fused with an energetic vibe.