The long-haul economy battle: United Airlines' relax rows vs. Air New Zealand's skycouches

How do these two new options for economy passengers compare, and what aircraft can they be found on?

This traveler has flown business class 521 times and counting. Here’s when he thinks it’s worth it — and when it’s not

Since 2010, frequent flyer Richard Robinson has logged 945 flights — 521 of those in business class. Here’s what he says ...

Airline offers bunk beds in economy, but no cuddling allowed

Air New Zealand will soon add triple-tier bunk beds for economy travelers to have a chance to sleep on long-haul flights ...

Airline adding bunk beds for economy travelers but bans snacks, smells and cuddling

Air New Zealand will soon add triple-tier bunk beds for economy travelers to have a chance to sleep on long-haul flights.

Take a look at Air Canada's new luxurious cabin designs

The Montreal-based airline unveiled the new design as "its most significant cabin investment" at the Aircraft Interiors Expo ...
Skift

The $495 Nap: Bunk Beds Are Coming to Economy Class This Fall

Air New Zealand's Skynest opens for bookings in May, with the first flights operating between New York and Auckland from ...

I spent 24 hours flying Emirates' business class. The luxurious experience started long before I boarded the plane.

I flew 24 hours in Emirates' business class on different flights. The private car service, lounge access, and food made for a ...
TravelPulse

Air New Zealand to Debut Economy Class Lie-Flat Beds From US This Fall

Air New Zealand is launching Economy SkyNest, offering economy class passengers lie-flat beds on ultra-long-haul flights, ...

Economy passengers on Air New Zealand will soon have flat bed access

Air New Zealand economy passengers will be able to sleep in full beds starting in November. Here are the details of the Sky ...

New cabin & quieter operations: Why KLM's new Airbus A350-900 is a regulatory survival tool

Here's how Dutch Government regulations make the A350-900 essential for KLM to continue operating from its hub.
International Monetary Fund

World Economic Outlook Update

Global growth is projected at 3.3 percent for 2026 and 3.2 percent for 2027, revised slightly up since the October 2025 World Economic Outlook. Technology investment, fiscal and monetary support, ...