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Emirates Announces First 9 Destinations to Join Its A350 Network

Emirates announces its A350 aircraft will serve the first set of destinations. Emirates plans to deploy this new craft into service in September 2024. With 10 new A350s expected to join the Emirates fleet by 31 March 2025, the airline plans to deploy its latest aircraft type to 9 destinations in the coming months. In addition to experiencing a new craft, Emirates is also offering customers its latest signature cabin experiences.

These first 10 Emirates A350 aircraft will offer three cabin classes. This includes 32 next-generation Business Class seats, 21 seats in Premium Economy, and 259 generously pitched Economy Class seats. Emirates earmarks all of these aircraft to serve short to medium-haul cities on its network. Emirates announces that it will set Bahrain as the inaugural destination.

As the first Emirates A350s begin entering the fleet, the airline will offer customers more opportunities to experience its highly acclaimed Premium Economy product. Additionally, travellers can also sample its next-generation Business Class cabins for the first time.

Newly delivered aircraft sporting the airline’s latest cabins will roll into scheduled service to the following cities:

In the Middle East/GCC

  • Emirates will operate its first A350 to Bahrain on the daily EK839/840 service from 15 September. The frequency of A350 services will progressively increase to cover two Bahrain services with the second service starting on 1 November.
  • The first Emirates A350 will land in Kuwait on the daily EK853/854 service on 16 September.
  • Emirates will serve Muscat’s daily route EK866/867 with the A350 starting from 1 December.

West Asia

  • The Emirates A350 will be deployed on EK502/503 to Mumbai from 27 October.
  • Emirates will serve Ahmedabad’s daily EK538/539 by the A350 from 27 October.
  • Colombo’s fourth daily service EK654/655 will be served by the A350 from 01 January 2025.

Europe

  • Emirates will operate daily flights to Lyon with the Emirates A350 starting from 1 December.
  • Emirates will commence service to Bologna with the A350 aircraft from 1 December.
  • Edinburgh will rejoin the Emirates network from 4 November, operated by the A350. More details to follow soon.

Emirates will announce more destinations in the coming months as new aircraft join its fleet. Emirates opens sales for flights to A350 destinations today, and passengers can book them on emirates.com, the Emirates App, or through travel agents.

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Atmosphere Core Unveils Its First European Heritage Hotel in Piedmont, Italy

Heritage Hotel by Atmosphere Core opens in Italy

Atmosphere Core, the well-established leader in hospitality across South Asia, has expanded into the European market. The company recently opened Borgo Monchiero Heritage by Atmosphere in Piedmont, Italy. This marks the company’s first venture into Europe and adds a historical gem to its Heritage by Atmosphere collection. The heritage hotel sits in a beautifully restored monastery, built in 1773, and retains its original Romanesque architecture and sacred frescoes. Located in one of Italy’s most culturally rich regions, the hotel offers an authentic experience steeped in northern Italy’s art, history, and cuisine.

Salil Panigrahi, Group Managing Director of Atmosphere Core, expressed excitement about this new European chapter.

“As we continue to grow and cultivate relationships with global partners for expansion, in the last year we have made associations with a number of European businesses.  In Italy specifically, we have the leading Bottega S.p.A. joining our unique Wine Program. These significant partnerships brought Italy to Atmosphere Core and vice versa, we now look forward to the launch of our first destination in Europe in 2026”.

A Historic and Luxurious Destination

Borgo Monchiero sits within a UNESCO World Heritage-listed area. It lies amid vineyards that produce celebrated wines such as Barolo and Barbera. The three-story hillside monastery features 19 luxurious suites and rooms. Each suite has been carefully restored to preserve the building’s original charm. The on-site chapel also offers a beautiful space for intimate weddings and ceremonies, making it the perfect setting for couples seeking a unique destination for their special day.

The former refectory, once a dining hall for resident monks, now transforms into a culinary destination. Guests will indulge in exquisite regional dishes at the main restaurant. Additionally, the heritage hotel offers a chapter hall for private gatherings, a lounge bar for relaxation, and a garden terrace with sweeping views of the surrounding hills and vineyards. Moreover, a dedicated spa area includes a sauna, infrared therapy, and a restored stone reservoir turned private jacuzzi. For outdoor enthusiasts, the landscaped gardens and pool area offer a serene escape, perfect for basking in the sun or hosting alfresco events.

A Shared Vision for Heritage by Atmosphere

Borgo Monchiero’s owners, Franco Giampetruzzi and Gian Maria Debenedetti, emphasized their alignment with Atmosphere Core’s brand ethos. Mr. Giampetruzzi shared:

“When sourcing a hotelier, Atmosphere Core’s ambitions to expand internationally with ‘HERITAGE BY ATMOSPHERE’ seamlessly mirrored our project plans.  We needed an established operator with big ideas yet sensitive to the value of authenticity.  The decision was very easy and now we forge ahead in preparation of welcoming guests in the coming year.”

Mr. Debenedetti added,

“We envision Borgo Monchiero as a harmonious fusion of art, 18th-century history, and experiential luxury. Atmosphere Core’s sympathetic approach with its ‘Heritage’ brand embodies this vision.”

Atmosphere Core’s Growing Global Presence

The luxury brand has become known for its collection of nine island resorts in the Maldives. The company also boasts a growing portfolio of luxury properties in Sri Lanka and India. As a result, it has gained a reputation for personalized service, exceptional dining, and unforgettable experiences. With its new venture in Italy, the company offers a one-of-a-kind escape for travelers, wine connoisseurs, and nature lovers. Guests can explore the beauty and culture of this idyllic European region while enjoying the exclusive offerings of Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts.

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