(NewsUSA) – Business travelers may feel like they live in the sky, but one airline is working to make sure they have their feet firmly — yet comfortably — planted on the ground.
As an extension of its new business class service, Aer Lingus has opened a lounge at JFK International Airport in Terminal 5, aiming to offer the warmth of Ireland to travelers even before they begin their journeys. From natural-stone wall accents to oak floors, raindrop-shaped light fixtures to pint glasses along the bar, the space inspires function and relaxation.
“You can see when you look through this lounge the Aer Lingus brand,” says Jack Foley, vice president North America for Aer Lingus. “You can see the Irish roots in it, but you can also see the functionality of a business trip in this lounge.”
All business class customers and Gold Circle members (plus a guest) can enjoy a wide range of amenities. They include a business center with complimentary Wi-Fi, separate quiet area stocked with chaise lounge-style chairs and revitalizing areas that feature everything from TVs to showers.
The facility also offers patrons the chance to dine pre-flight, where a hot buffet, soups and sandwiches, and wine and spirits are served.
Located across from Gate 26, the lounge is also well situated should travelers desire to take in the airfield or the historic TWA Flight Center. However, history buffs need not look any further than the lounge, which features a wall installation remembering prominent Irish Americans such as President John F. Kennedy and artist Georgia O’Keeffe.
Aer Lingus moved to Terminal 5 less than two years ago, Foley says, citing it one of the “top 10 terminals in the world.”
“Now we have our own piece of Terminal 5, which really sets the brand apart,” he says.
In Dublin, the airline’s headquarters, travelers will also find enhanced features to that airport’s business-class lounge. The Aer Lingus Gold Circle Lounge, located in Terminal 2, is a tranquil setting where guests can comfortably recharge. In addition, the lounge now has a shower area where guests can refresh pre-flight.
For more information, visit www.aerlingus.com.
Source: NewsUSA
