James Hogan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, at the inauguration ceremony of the company's new premium lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, with Hareb Almuhairy, Senior Vice President, Corporate and International Affairs (G), and Martin Drew, Senior Vice President, The Americas (D). Photo: DR

Conveniently located close to the boarding area after security in JFK International Terminal 4, the new lounge offers guests a unique travel environment that reflects 21st century Abu Dhabi modernism and embodies the highest levels of luxury and comfort for demanding travelers accustomed to exceptional air travel experiences.

James Hogan said: “The opening of Etihad Airways' new Premier and Business lounge at New York JFK International Airport reinforces our commitment to investing in the travel experience and providing our customers with the highest levels of comfort, luxury and hospitality every step of the way - on the ground and in the air. "

The company's new lounge at JFK - which enhances its global lounges in Abu Dhabi, Frankfurt, London Heathrow, Manchester, Dublin, Paris, Sydney and Washington, DC - was designed according to the 'Facets of Abu Dhabi brand identity 'and exclusively offers Etihad Airways customers a series of signature moments of discovery and relaxation. The living room is decorated with the brand's geometric design concept and uses a color scheme that reflects the various hues of the UAE landscape, from the darkest sands of Liwa to the lightest colors of the Northern Emirates. It was designed by Chicago-based architectural firm Gensler and global brand consultants Landor Associates. The opening of the new JFK salon strengthens the company's strategic salon development plans.

Etihad Airways has officially opened its new Premier and Business lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. Photo: DR

The JFK Lounge is home to a sculptural bar offering a wide selection of bespoke cocktails and mocktails, developed in partnership with a leading London-based beverage consultancy, Fluid Movement - which reflects Etihad's commitment to culinary innovation. and food. In the lounge dining room, guests can dine from an à la carte choice and international buffets.

The living room is laid out with custom Boss furnishings, offering varying seating styles to suit different areas. The living room also includes luxurious changing rooms with shower, prayer and ablution rooms dedicated to men and women, a library and luggage storage.

Etihad Airways customers traveling in The Residence by Etihad ™, First Apartments or Business Studios have access to the lounge before the flight. A private lounge is available exclusively to guests traveling in The Residence by Etihad ™, complementing the private luxury offered with this in-flight service.

Etihad Airways' A380, comprising The Residence by Etihad ™, First Apartments, Business Studios and Economy Smart Seats began services between Abu Dhabi and New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on November 23 2015. The daily A380 service replaces a Boeing 777 and completes a second daily B777 flight between the two cities (operated by Etihad Airways on a Jet Airways aircraft).

Etihad Airways began services to JFK New York Airport on October 26, 2006, and today offers two daily non-stop flights to Abu Dhabi. Also in the United States, Etihad offers a daily service between Abu Dhabi and Washington, DC, Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco, as well as a three-weekly service to Dallas / Fort Worth.

To know more : www.etihad.com