Aer Lingus, Ireland’s national airline, is taking its in-flight experience to new heights with a focus on delicious seasonal cuisine and an expanded entertainment library. This exciting announcement caters to both Business Class and Economy Class passengers, ensuring a more enjoyable and comfortable journey for all.
A Taste of Ireland Takes Flight: Enhanced Menus
Aer Lingus is renowned for its commitment to showcasing the best of Irish hospitality. This philosophy extends to its inflight dining experience, and the new summer menus reflect a renewed focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and delectable Irish fare. The airline refreshes its seasonal menus every three months, ensuring passengers can always look forward to new culinary experiences.
Business Class Delights:
Main Courses: Business Class passengers can now tantalize their taste buds with a range of enticing options, including:
- Skin-on thyme and parsley chicken supreme: A classic dish elevated with flavorful herbs.
- Herb-infused roasted pork: Tender and succulent pork infused with aromatic herbs for a delightful flavor profile.
- Flaky pan-fried hake: Fresh, flaky hake cooked to perfection, offering a lighter and healthier option.
- Citrus-marinated salmon: A burst of citrus flavors complements the salmon, creating a refreshing and flavorful dish.
- Vegetarian Options: Aer Lingus caters to diverse dietary preferences. Vegetarians can savor a hearty and flavorful rich root vegetable and pearl barley stew served with a seasonal salad.
- Starters and Desserts: The culinary journey begins with a selection of mouthwatering appetizers, such as Irish smoked salmon and saffron-poached prawns. To conclude the meal on a sweet note, passengers can indulge in a lemon cream mousse or a selection of local cheeses.
Economy Class Upgrades:
While the full details of the Economy Class menu haven’t been revealed, Aer Lingus emphasizes an overall improvement in quality and range of food offerings. This ensures all passengers can enjoy a more satisfying and delicious in-flight dining experience.
Focus on Sustainability and Local Sourcing:
Aer Lingus prioritizes sustainability and supporting local communities. The new menus showcase this commitment by featuring seasonal ingredients sourced whenever possible. This not only ensures fresh and flavorful meals but also minimizes the airline’s environmental footprint.
Expanded Entertainment Options: Keeping You Entertained Aloft
Aer Lingus understands the importance of in-flight entertainment for a pleasant travel experience. To cater to diverse passenger preferences, the airline has significantly expanded its entertainment library by more than a third. This means there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy on their journey.
The expanded library boasts a wider variety of content, including:
Latest Blockbusters: Catch up on the newest releases from Hollywood and beyond.
Classic Favorites: Revisit timeless films that have entertained audiences for generations.
Captivating Documentaries: Immerse yourself in documentaries that explore diverse topics and spark curiosity.
With this extensive selection of movies, TV shows, and documentaries, passengers can easily find content that aligns with their interests and keeps them engaged throughout their flight.
Customer Experience at the Forefront: A Quote from Aer Lingus
Susanne Carberry, Aer Lingus Chief Customer Officer, emphasizes the airline’s commitment to continuous improvement based on customer feedback:
Ms. Carberry further highlights additional benefits passengers can expect when flying with Aer Lingus:
Warm and Friendly Welcome: Aer Lingus prides itself on its warm Irish hospitality, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable travel experience for all passengers.
Generous Baggage Allowance: When flying long-haul with Aer Lingus, passengers can benefit from a generous baggage allowance, allowing them to pack more essentials and travel necessities.
AerClub Members Enjoy Additional Perks
Aer Lingus’ loyalty program, AerClub, offers exciting benefits to frequent flyers. A recent enhancement allows members to earn Tier Credits, in addition to collecting Avios, when flying with British Airways. This provides greater flexibility and allows members to accumulate points towards tier status more easily. Reciprocity also applies, with BA Executive Club members now able to earn Tier Credits on qualifying Aer Lingus flights.
