Athens-Newark with Emirates: When flying becomes a pleasure for everyone
Imagine crossing the Atlantic aboard the world’s foremost international airline, an airline that stands for unparalleled hospitality and bespoke service. How would it feel to indulge in privileged services and premier products across all seating categories, aboard the unique direct daily flight? This flight, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, bridges Greece and the USA every day of the year. Picture yourself at 40,000 feet, enveloped in care and pampering, regardless of whether you’re in First, Business or Economy Class.
Operating the Athens-Newark route with its state-of-the-art aircraft fleet, Emirates offers passengers plush seating, gourmet dining, and an award-winning inflight entertainment experience, setting a high bar for travel comfort. The airline’s dedication to excellence is highlighted by its multiple international awards, with its latest achievement being the top honor in the Best Inflight Entertainment category at the 2024 Airline Excellence Awards. Boasting an impressive selection of 6,500 on-demand entertainment channels, including Oscar-winning films, a variety of TV shows, a diverse range of music, interactive games, podcasts, and audiobooks available in 40 languages, live broadcast TV channels like BBC, CNN, and Sky News Arabia, along with exclusive live sports action through Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra, the Emirates’ ice inflight entertainment system offers a truly global-class entertainment library at your fingertips. Its content is regularly refreshed, ensuring passengers have access to the latest media. Furthermore, passengers can personalize their viewing experience by pre-selecting their preferred movies or TV shows through the Emirates app and seamlessly syncing their selections with the ice system upon boarding, ensuring their flight is as enjoyable as possible from start to finish.
Regardless of whether they’re flying First, Business, or Economy, Emirates passengers are treated to an extensive array of gourmet meals and fine beverages. The journey in First Class commences with an assortment of chef-curated amuse-bouche, setting the stage for a gastronomic adventure. Following this, travellers can enjoy a light snack paired with a selection from the airline’s extensive drink menu. Yet, the culinary exploration extends beyond these initial offerings. Utilizing local and seasonal ingredients, the Emirates culinary team crafts dishes of unparalleled taste from across the globe: from Australian Angus beef and Yarra Valley cheeses to Italian olive oil and fresh produce from Japanese farms, complemented by a thoughtful selection of innovative vegan options. At any moment, passengers in their private suites can order their preferred flavors – from full-course meals to midnight snacks – all presented on fine Royal Doulton porcelain and complemented with elegant Robert Welch silverware.
Dining in Business Class is similarly distinguished. An assortment of both sweet and savory snacks, gourmet meals, and complimentary champagne are designed to satisfy the most discerning palates, served with the same level of elegance on Royal Doulton porcelain and Robert Welch silverware. Yet, Emirates’ commitment to exemplary service extends beyond the premium cabins. Economy Class passengers on flights from Athens to Newark also enjoy a curated selection of meals that reflect the destinations’ culinary heritage, such as the richly flavored paneer makhani and succulent chicken with a sun-dried tomato pesto sauce. The menu brings local cooking techniques and flavors to the forefront, offering a multi-course dining experience complemented by a range of free beverages available throughout the flight, ensuring a memorable journey for all onboard.
As they soar to and from the USA, Emirates passengers can stay connected to the internet by choosing from a variety of Wi-Fi packages offered at exclusive rates, along with complimentary options available for Skywards program members. Additionally, they have the opportunity to track their flight’s progress on the moving map and experience the world from 40,000 feet with the external cameras.
The world’s leading international airline also deeply understands the essence of a child-friendly journey. An endless array of TV and movie entertainment, games, and activities keeps young passengers thoroughly engaged during long flights. Parents wishing to cater to their children’s dietary needs can preorder special meals or request the crew to warm baby milk or a child’s meal they’ve brought along, regardless of their seating class. Emirates makes no distinction when it comes to amenity kits either, adding another touch of care for which the airline is renowned. First Class passengers can expect Bulgari kits enhanced with an extra Byredo skincare collection, while Economy passengers are provided with specially designed reusable kits, which include socks, eyeshades, a dental kit, and a bookmark, all contained in a washable pouch dyed with non-toxic colors.
