Business Travel Accomodations Including Airport Lounges And Business Class
When traveling for business, better accommodations and experiences are expected. And there is no doubt that when flying, business class offers the ideal experience for the business traveler starting from checking to departure and destination arrival. There are many great airlines that offering great accommodations on all levels, whether business or economy class. However, some airlines stand out for their exclusive and unique business class offerings. British Airways definitely fits into that category, and is a perfect choice for business travel. British Airways guarantees a smooth, convenient and luxurious flying experience on business travel. Based in London, a major global financial center, British Airways flies to destinations all over the world, including to some of the largest financial hubs of the world such as New York City and Tokyo. The large number of business people who are frequent fliers in between such major cities can count on British Airways for a satisfactory experience.
British Airways business class is known as Club World. This isn't just another business travel, it's something unique and worthy to experience. Club World business class has been designed to let business travelers sleep, eat, work and relax the way they want, so they'll always arrive refreshed and ready for the busty day ahead. Club World is implemented across all of British Airways fleet. All of the 747 aircraft are embodied and British Airways aims to have the Club World cabin on all 777's by the end of Fall of 2009.
The first order of business is check-in, and British Airways offers a convenient start to your upcoming comfortable flight. If you have a favourite seat on-board you can easily reserve it when you check in online. You can do this from 24 hours before your flight's scheduled departure time on British Airways website, or on your mobile phone at ba2go.com. You can Print your own Boarding Pass or alternatively choose to fax, email or save your Boarding Pass so you can print it when you want to. If you are travelling with bags, take them to one of the Fast Bag Drop desks when you arrive at the airport, then quickly run through Fast Track security to British Airways lounges. If you are not able to check in online you can save some time at the airport by using one of the check-in kiosks, available at selected locations. Choose your seat and print off your Boarding Pass and then take your baggage to a Fast Bag Drop desk. There is a dedicated check-in area at London Heathrow Terminal 5 for Club World customers, located in Zone H.
After you quickly check-in when flying business class, you can head towards British Airways award winning lounges, to relax or do business before your flight. With such comfort and luxury, you'll forget that you are in an airport and feel in right at home or local bar. As a Club World traveler, British Airways welcomes you to relax in their exclusive lounges before your flight. You'll enjoy access to the comfort and facilities of over 70 dedicated British Airways lounges, and through their international partners at over 170 additional lounges worldwide. Catch up on work before you travel, enjoy a snack or simply escape away from the busy airport environment. Treat yourself to complimentary food and drinks, including a selection of fine wines from around the world. If you have work to do, there is wireless broadband provided by BT Openzone free in all British Airways UK lounges. In many lounges outside the United Kingdom, British Airways have partnered with a local provider offering free Wi-Fi, although at some airports there will be a fee.
If you are flying from London Heathrow Terminal 5 you can experience the lavish Galleries Club lounges located in Terminal 5A and Terminal 5B. Relax in special designed furniture upholstered in Osborne & Little fabrics. Pop into the 20-seat cinema for a spot of big screen entertainment. Enjoy a glass of fine wine from the silver bar or treat yourself to a glass of champagne, available immediately upon request. If you'd like a light meal or snack simply choose from a range of food served in the Chef's theatre. On selected flights you can dine in the lounges before you fly so that you can maximise your sleep on-board. For complete pampering, drop into the Elemis Travel Spa which is subject to availability. Elemis Travel Spa is available at Heathrow Terminal 5 and New York JFK. You can treat yourself for some relaxing treatments before this flight to a probably important business occasion between NYC and London. If you are in the mood for a refreshing shower before you hop on board, there are 20 shower suites available for you to use.
And that only the pre-flight experience before actually getting on board on business class. Now you can only imagine what the Club World of British Airways has to offer during your flight.
With your touch button privacy screen, you are enclosed in your own personal space. So you can put your feet up, sit back and enjoy a glass of champagne. If you have work to do a generously sized desk, in-seat phone and personal laptop power socket make it easy and comfortable. Your personal locker is ideal for storing your shoes, newspapers or laptop when dining or sleeping. Your wash bag at Club World business class includes everything you need to feel totally rejuvenated on the flight including, Elemis in-flight skincare products, toothbrush, toothpaste, eye mask, earplugs and comfy flight socks. The Club World seat has been specially designed with ergonomic concepts to accommodate your needs, whether you're working, sleeping, eating, or relaxing. The seat at this business class section offers four preset seat positions, as well as the flexibility to create your own using the fine adjustment buttons. The 201cm (six feet six inches) Z position is ideal for relaxing.
When it comes to dining on board during your business travel, Club World has the perfect accommodations. British Airways Club World's menu is inspired by some of the world's best chefs. The Club World menu combines the finest local and international cuisine in a range of exquisite dishes, from contemporary to classic. Tempting options aim to satisfy every taste, from healthy eaters to hearty appetites. To accompany your meal, take advantage of Club World special selected and expertly sourced wine cellar, stocked with old and new world wines. Club Kitchen provides great options for in-between meals to a selection of tasty snacks and beverages such as fresh wraps, salads and bite-sized sandwiches and luxury cakes and fairtrade chocolate. The British Airways Taste Team offers you mouth-watering starters, satisfying main courses, and delectable desserts, all designed by the a team consisting of the world's top chefs, restaurateurs and food critics. The Taste Team meet regularly to discuss, create and develop Club World dishes, to make sure that business travelers get the best dining experience.
When it comes to entertainment during your business class flight, Club World delivers big time to keep you occupied with great interest and fun. From you comfortable seat, relax in front of a movie or listen to some of your favourite music with your 26cm (10.4 inches) personal flat-screen, noise-cancelling headphones and entertainment options. These amenities are exclusively available on aircraft fitted with new Club World. HighLife Entertainment's Audio Visual On Demand (AVOD) system puts you in the driver's seat of entertainment Choose from over 200 entertainment options and play, pause, stop, fast forward and rewind to fit in with your own schedule and demand. You'll also enjoy high sound quality thanks to your noise cancelling headphones. AVOD is not available on aircraft fitted with the original Club World cabin. Whether it's Drama or documentary, Tragedy or comedy, Pop or classical music, whatever your style is, HighLife Entertainment will have something to entertain you. Your widespread choice includes over 100 movies and TV programmes, over 50 music CDs and audio books, and 20 interactive games.
A good sleep is essential to productivity when you arrive for your business tour or trip. British Airways Club World Sleeper Service is available on selected overnight flights between the East Coast of North America and the Middle East to London Heathrow.
With this service, you can enjoy supper served in the lounge, then when you board, British Airways welcomes you with a nightcap. If you fancy a small snack before you settle down, just ask and you'll get it. Your sleep will then be undisturbed until breakfast, which is served to you in bed just before landing. If you prefer, sleep for even longer then enjoy a hot breakfast and an invigorating shower in the arrivals lounges, available at London Heathrow Terminal 5, London Gatwick in the Sofitel Arora hotel and Johannesburg.
And when your comfortable and enjoyable flight on Club World arrives to destination, you will definitely feel ready for business at your destination.
