• Amenity Kits,  Business Class,  Reviews,  Swiss

    New Review – Swiss Business Class Amenity Kit (Senses Edition)

    11/03/2026 / No Comments

    With the introduction of Swiss’ new A350 and the Senses board concept, the entire onboard experience was revamped ā€“ including the Business Class Amenity Kit (First Class review [here]). At a Swiss event, I learned more about it, and now I have one of these new kits in my hands. Here’s what I think. šŸ“¦ Contents Base Kit: What looks like very little at first glance is expanded through an almost inconspicuous note for on-request items. Swiss emphasizes sustainability, which I can understand. Other airlines like Singapore have been practicing this for a very long time. But let’s…

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  • Amenity Kits,  First Class,  Reviews,  Swiss

    New Review – Swiss First Class Amenity Kit “Sense”

    21/01/2026 / No Comments

    Big thanks to Swiss for providing this new Zimmerli Amenity Kit! About the New Amenity Kit This is the women’s version in beige, designed as a practical iPad case. This once again emphasizes Swiss’ commitment to sustainability ā€“ a bag you can continue using long after your flight. For the contents, Swiss collaborates with renowned Swiss manufacturers like Rohner and VIU. Important note: Items like Rohner socks are handed out upon request during the flight by the cabin crew. The big advantage: finally high-quality socks instead of the old “disposable”…

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  • Europe,  Faro,  Lounges,  Portugal

    āœˆļø Lounge Review: Schengen CIP Lounge ā€“ Faro Airport (FAO)

    23/07/2025 / No Comments

    Faro Airport (FAO) is the main gateway to Portugalā€™s stunning Algarve region and sees a high volume of seasonal traffic, especially in summer. While the airport itself is fairly compact, it offers two contract lounges: one in the Schengen area, the other in non-Schengen. We recently visited the Schengen CIP Lounge ā€“ and while it ticks a few boxes, itā€™s far from a premium lounge experience. šŸ“ Location & Access ā€“ Hidden, but reachable After clearing security and passing through the mandatory duty-free zone, follow the signs toward the CIP Lounge. Signage is decent but not obvious ā€“…

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  • Europe,  Frankfurt,  Germany,  Lounges

    New Review ā€“ Air Canada Lounge Frankfurt (FRA)

    23/07/2025 / No Comments

    šŸ“ Location & Access TheĀ Air Canada Maple Leaf LoungeĀ is located inĀ Terminal 1, Concourse B (1B)Ā atĀ Frankfurt Airport. It can be accessed via an underground walkway from Terminal A. Important to note: the lounge isĀ located airside beyond passport control, making it aĀ non-Schengen lounge. Access is granted toĀ Air Canada Business Class passengers,Ā Star Alliance Business and First Class travelers, andĀ Star Alliance Gold membersĀ (each with one guest). Lufthansa First Class guests typically use theĀ First Class Terminalor the designated Lufthansa First Class Lounges. Interestingly,Ā LATAM Business Class passengersĀ can also access the lounge ā€“ similar to the Iberia…

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  • Amsterdam,  Europe,  Lounges,  Netherlands

    New Review ā€“ Star Alliance Gold Lounge Amsterdam (AMS)

    13/03/2025 / No Comments

    Location The Star Alliance Gold Lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is one of many lounges available to travelers with Star Alliance Gold status or a Business/First Class ticket. Located in Terminal 1, Departure 2, on the third floor, it operates from Monday to Sunday between 5:30 AM and 9:00 PM. It’s always advisable to check the current opening hours, as they may change. Access Access to the lounge is granted to holders of a Star Alliance Gold card, often acquired through memberships in programs like Miles & More (Lufthansa), MileagePlus…

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