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Etihad Airways CEO opens First and Business Class Lounge at JFK

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Tatjana Obrazcova
Country: United Arab Emirates

James Hogan, president and chief executive officer of Etihad Airways has officially opened the airline's First and Business Class Lounge at JFK International Airport.

The new lounge, located close to the gate area after the security checkpoint in JFK’s International Terminal 4,  is the second in the United States to join the airline’s collection of premium lounges offered worldwide for its guests. 

Hogan said: “The opening of Etihad Airways’ new First and Business Class Lounge at New York’s JFK International Airport reinforces our commitment to investing in the travel experience and providing our guests with the highest levels of comfort, luxury and world-class hospitality at every point in their travel journey – on the ground and in the air.” 

Amenities in the JFK lounge include a sculptural showcase bar and lounge with an extensive and bespoke cocktail and mocktail offering developed in partnership with a leading London-based beverage consultancy, Fluid Movement.

In the lounge’s dining area, guests can select from a choice of a la carte and international buffet options. 

The lounge is in custom furnishings by Boss, offering a range of distinct seating styles throughout the extensive seating areas available within the lounge. Further features include luxurious restrooms with showers and changing rooms, dedicated male and female ablution and prayer rooms, a library and luggage storage.

 





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