They should add some curtains and we can all join the mile high club.
Airlines to introduce 'cuddle class'
• Airlines to introduce Skycouches
• Economy seats lie flat to make flat space
"CUDDLE class'' is tipped to become the next big thing in air travel when it launches next month as the class divide on planes continues to narrow.
Some airlines are starting to introduce rows of three economy class seats together that can be converted into a large, flat space suitable for families or couples who want to stretch out next to each other.
Two passengers travelling together will be able to book the third seat in the row for half price.
The seats, known as Skycouches and light-heartedly referred to as "cuddle class'', have been earmarked for launch on some Air New Zealand services from Auckland to LA in November.
Boutique travel agency Travel Associates general manager David Lovelock said the class divide in the sky was narrowing as airlines moved away from the traditional economy-business-first class cabin configuration.
Other options include premium economy, mixed class fares, hybrid first and business class offerings and no frills seats that low cost carriers typically offer.
Low-cost carrier Ryanair has recently outlined a plan to sell vertical seats, in which the passenger stands during their flight.
Virgin Atlantic and Air Canada have also developed hybrid first and business class offerings.
Air Canada offers executive first class, while Virgin Atlantic has an upper class cabin.
"Mixed class fares are also proving popular,'' Mr Lovelock said.
"These fares are great options for travellers taking off to Europe or the UK in particular because they allow you to travel economy class for the shorter part of your journey and to then stretch out in business class for the longer leg of the trip.''
Link here:
http://www.news.com.au/travel/ne ... rfq80-1225936950816
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