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Fliers experience comfort of luxury resorts in the skies, almost

Experts say commercial aviation business has become much more cut-throat with South Asian aviation markets growing exponentially in both domestic and international travel

From personalised fine dining menus to diamond stitch leather upholstery,  well-heeled fliers are experiencing new comforts
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From personalised fine dining menus to diamond stitch leather upholstery, well-heeled fliers are experiencing new comforts

Neeta Lal New Delhi
A full-service bar at 34,000 feet? Check. A ‘flying chef’ to cater to your fine dining whims? Check. 

A shower spa for tidying up before touchdown? Check.   

The sky is literally the limit these days as international airlines woo Indian high fliers in style. Carriers that fly the wealthiest passengers on the longest routes have been especially aggressive about adding comforts in both first and business. From personalised fine dining menus crafted by Michelin-starred chefs to diamond stitch leather upholstery, Bulgari amenity kits to Hydra Active Microcapsule lounge wear to keep the skin moisturised during travels, well-heeled fliers are