by Lufthansa Flyer | Jan 31, 2016 | Featured, Lounges, Swiss, Zurich |
In part I, we took a look inside of SWISS’ brand-new First Class Lounge that has opened in Concourse ‘E’ in Zurich. This time, we’ll take a deeper look at the new SENATOR Lounge that opened at the same time.
This new lounge appears to set a new benchmark as far as ‘SENATOR’ Lounges are concerned. The reason I say this is due to the amenities. Guests visiting the lounge will be treated to experiences that are new for most SENATOR Lounges.
For example, 120 unique brands of Whiskeys from all around the world are the to satisfy even the most discerning fans. Fresh hot food is prepared out in the open, in front of visitors. In addition, a traditional self serve buffet will be available as well. The lounge also has 4 shower rooms allowing guests to freshen up before, between, or after their flights. The outdoor terrace that I mentioned in the FIrst Class Lounge post is also available to SENATOR Lounge visitors as well.
See what I mean when I say a new benchmark??
The lounge is fairly large. At nearly 12,000 sq. ft., it is designed to accommodate 170 guests. Doing the math, if the lounge were at capacity, 70% of the people in the lounge could each have a unique dram of Whiskey at the same time. Impressive!
Here are several photos taken by VielFliegerTreff member Ralf (VFT Handle ‘RCS’) who was invited by SWISS to enjoy the opening day events…..
SENATOR Welcome Area
12,000 Sq. Ft. of comfortable multi-purpose space.
Comfortable and secluded private area
Self-Serve Cold Buffet
Self-Serve Bar
The very impressive bar, with 120 unique selections of Whiskey from around the world.
Dining Area
Fresh hot meals prepared in front of guests
An interesting wall mural highlights the Swiss Alps
Spacious Restrooms
An outdoor terrace is one of the lounge’s many highlights…..
by Lufthansa Flyer | Sep 13, 2015 | 777, Business Class, Featured, First Class Terminal, Lounges, Lufthansa, Swiss |
Last week during an awards ceremony in Sardinia, Lufthansa and SWISS were acknowledged for providing ‘best in class’ passenger experiences.
SWISS was recognized for having the best Business Class product of any European airline. This included both SWISS’ European business class as well as long-haul service.
Lufthansa took home awards for ‘Europe’s Leading Airline’ as well as ‘Europe’s Leading Airport Lounges’. The lounge award was specific to their lounges in Frankfurt. Hard to compete against them when you have the First Class Terminal and First Class Lounges providing outstanding passenger experiences.
by Lufthansa Flyer | Aug 7, 2015 | Featured, Lounges, Munich |
When the new ‘Satellite’ Terminal opens in Munich in April 2016, eligible passengers will have access to 5 new Lounges. The 5 lounges will comprise of 1 First Class Lounge along with Senator and Business Class lounges in both Schengen and non-Schengen areas.
The First Class lounge will be similar to the other ‘FCL’ in in Munich in that it will have private car service to and from apron parking positions and its own passport control. As always, passengers will find private ‘bedrooms’, a cigar lounge and a full service restaurant. The FCL will be located on the top level of the terminal and will be approximately 10,000 square feet in size.
The Senator and Business Lounges will also be similar to their counterparts in the main terminal. As I mentioned there will be a Senator and Business Lounge in the Schengen area and non Schengen area. Both lounges will offer private work areas, showers and a central TV area. These 4 lounges will take up approximately 32,000 square feet.
The lounges will be installed in a manner that will give visitors a wide panoramic view of the tarmac and all 5 Lounges will be located in the center section of the terminal.
