Countdown to luxury: Lufthansa’s Allegris First Class officially launches on 9 November
Lufthansa is set to revolutionise the long-haul travel experience with the launch of its new Allegris First Class, featuring state-of-the-art individual suites, which will take to the skies for the first time on scheduled flights to Bangalore and Mumbai starting on 9 and 15 November, respectively.
This exciting development is sure to capture the attention of UK-based business travellers who are seeking unparalleled comfort and innovation during their journeys.
The Allegris First Class represents a significant upgrade in luxury travel, providing a unique offering that enhances the business travel experience.
With features such as almost one-metre-wide seats that can be heated or cooled to suit individual preferences, guests will enjoy a level of comfort previously unseen in commercial aviation.
The separate suites are equipped with floor-to-ceiling walls, lockable doors, large tables, expansive screens and wireless over-ear headphones, ensuring an elevated sense of privacy and personal space.
A personal wardrobe within the suite adds convenience, allowing travellers to change comfortably and keep their belongings organised. The Suite Plus option further enhances the experience by enabling travellers to share the suite with a partner, combining privacy with the joy of travelling together.
In a related highlight, Lufthansa has also been recognised with the APEX Innovation Award for the world’s best in-flight entertainment innovation for 2024.
This award reflects the airline’s commitment to enhancing the passenger experience through cutting-edge technology. In collaboration with Meta and MSM.Digital, Lufthansa is testing mixed reality technologies to elevate in-flight entertainment.
Business Class guests on Allegris-equipped flights will have exclusive access to the latest generation of VR headsets, offering a selection of immersive cinema-style movies, engaging VR 360-degree travel podcasts, interactive games, and soothing relaxation exercises.
As Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, notes,
The introduction of Lufthansa’s Allegris First Class is a game-changer for UK-based business travellers, providing them with an extraordinary travel experience that prioritises comfort and innovation.” This news underscores Lufthansa’s dedication to meeting the needs of its most loyal guests while enhancing the overall travel experience.
As the new First Class gradually becomes available, passengers can expect targeted upgrades and bookings, ensuring they can enjoy this luxurious service as soon as it is fully operational.
For those interested in further details about this exciting development or how it may enhance their business travel, please contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager for more information.
