NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Effective Thursday, Jan. 12, British Airways is introducing its award-winning Club World flat bed as well as the premier economy cabin, World Traveller Plus, on its daily flight between JFK (New York) and Manchester.
And to celebrate the launch, the airline is running an introductory roundtrip fare sale of $1998 for Club World and $458 for World Traveller Plus.
The special fares are available for sale Wed., Jan. 11 through Wed., Jan. 18. There is no travel restriction for Club World -- travel may be anytime, and for World Traveller Plus, travel is valid from Jan. 12 through May 29, 2006. The World Traveller Plus fare requires a minimum Saturday night stay; other restrictions may apply.
Passengers will be able to enjoy the comfort of a six-foot fully flat bed in Club World, as well as a multi-channel entertainment system, a moveable privacy screen and business facilities. The flat bed has the latest cushioning technology, similar to that used in the latest premium household mattresses, to provide customers with more comfort and further ergonomic support. This is the first time such cushioning has been used in an airline seat.
Customers also may take advantage of larger pillows and higher quality thicker blankets to help them sleep even better. Club World customers may enjoy pre-flight dining in British Airway's Terraces Lounge at JFK as well as pre-flight massages and spa treatments at the airline's Molton Brown spa in the JFK terminal.
World Traveller Plus is a dedicated cabin offering additional space and comfort to the economy traveller by providing a new wider seat with a 38-inch pitch. In addition passengers are able to view an extensive choice of entertainment channels, read a complimentary pre-flight newspaper and receive a priority meal and drinks service.
Robin Hayes, Executive Vice President The Americas said, "We are delighted to be introducing these unique and innovative products on our daily New York services to Manchester. The new Club World bed has redefined longhaul business travel. Customer feedback has been extremely positive and we are sure that passengers traveling to and from Manchester will feel the same."
The JFK to Manchester flight, BA1502, departs daily at 6 p.m. and arrives at Manchester the following morning at 5:55 a.m. Westbound, BA1503, departs Manchester everyday at 10 a.m. and arrives at JFK at 12:45 p.m. the same afternoon. Sale fares do not include government fees and taxes of $137 and the $2.50 Sept. 11th Security fee.
Information regarding the sale fares or further schedule information is available from local travel agents, by calling British Airways toll-free at 1 800 AIRWAYS or online at the airline's web-site, www.ba.com.
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