Airlines’ first-class makeovers give the rich hotel rooms in the sky

Airlines’ first-class makeovers give the rich hotel rooms in the sky
Emirates’ first-class suites. (Image: Bloomberg)
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By Danny LeeAirlines are reinvigorating first class as deep-pocketed customers embrace travel again, taking luxury to new heights up in the sky. First-class cabins are increasingly resembling mini hotel rooms, with sofas, double beds, televisions, desks, wardrobes, minibars and in some cases, walk-in showers. The more creative, the better. You can even book a chef. The investment is happening despite slowing economic growth and a cost-of-living squeeze. Airlines are betting that enough people are willing to splurge on flying in style...

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