That’s Baller: In-Flight Massages, Onboard Bars, and Other Luxury Experiences Offered by Commercial Airlines You Might Not Know About

These days, luxury experiences offered by commercial airlines go beyond lounges and first-class seating with lay-flat beds. Chauffeurs, spa services, and onboard bars and lounges are just a few of the experiences airlines offer to make travel more comfortable for those willing to cash out. YOLO, right?

If your pockets run deep, here are some splurge-worthy airline amenities and experiences to feed the baller in you.

Emirates Spa Services

Emirates elevates luxury travel with its exclusive onboard shower spa service, available to First Class passengers on its A380 aircraft. The spa offers a refreshing in-flight experience with heated floors, plush towels, and luxury toiletries from Bulgari and VOYA. Passengers can book a 30-minute session, enjoying up to 5 minutes of running water in the elegantly designed wood-and-marble shower.

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Qatar Airways Onboard Bars and Lounge

Qatar Airways’ A380 features a stylish onboard lounge for First and Business Class passengers. Located on the upper deck, the lounge offers an intimate setting with comfortable seating, a full bar, and a selection of light bites, making it a popular space for networking or relaxing.

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In-flight Massage on Air Malta

For those balling on a budget, Air Malta’s “Sky Spa” offers complimentary in-flight massages for economy passengers. First introduced in 2015, the airline said it aimed to increase passenger satisfaction by offering free head and shoulder massages on select flights.

Singapore Airlines Private Cabins

Singapore Airlines redefines luxury in the sky with its individual cabins in First Class Suites, available on select A380 aircraft. These spacious, private suites offer passengers a lavish experience, featuring sliding doors, a full-flat bed separate from the seat, and designer amenities. For added comfort, some suites can be combined to create a double bed for couples traveling together. Each suite is equipped with a 32-inch HD monitor, personalized service, and fine dining options curated by renowned chefs. This experience will run you anywhere between $10,000 to $30,000.

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Michelin-Starred Dishes on Air France

Air France has a long tradition of working with Michelin-starred chefs to create haute cuisine for its First and Business Class passengers. They have partnered with top chefs like Anne-Sophie Pic, Régis Marcon, and Guy Martin, all of whom hold multiple Michelin stars, to develop gourmet French cuisine for their La Première (First Class) and Business Class cabins.

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Delta VIP Select 

Delta VIP Select is Delta Air Lines’ exclusive, ultra-premium service designed to provide high-profile passengers, such as celebrities, business executives, professional athletes, and politicians, with a personalized and stress-free travel experience. Available at select airports like LAX, JFK, and ATL, the service offers private meet-and-greet assistance, fast-track security, and luxury tarmac transfers, often in a Porsche. VIP Select ensures priority boarding, expedited baggage handling, and access to private terminals or lounges. Perfect for those seeking discretion and luxury, this bespoke service makes airport navigation seamless and hassle-free, offering the ultimate in travel convenience.

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📌 DELTA’S SECRET VIP SELECT SERVICE What if I told you that Delta offers a secret service called VIP Select which offers curbside check-in, priority access to Delta Sky Club, discreet boarding, and the best part, you get driven on the tarmac straight to your plane in a Porsche? VIP Select is available for $350 for one traveler and $100 for each additional person. You can do this for departures, arrivals, and connections but your itinerary must include at least one Delta or Delta carrier-operated connection flight. You can purchase a package for arrivals where you will be greeted by staff upon deplaning and get taken to private TSA. This only offered domestically at this time in: • Atlanta, GA (ATL)  • Detroit, MI (DTW)  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX)  • Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN (MSP)  • New York, NY-Kennedy (JFK) and LaGuardia (LGA)  • San Francisco, CA (SFO)  • Seattle, WA (SEA)  • Salt Lake City, UT (SLC)  Reservations must be made at least 6 hours prior and no more than 60 days out. The only way to make a reservation is through a special 800 or email address. Would you try this service? Let me know in the comments. 👉🏼 Bookmark this post and share it with a friend. #luxurytravel#luxurytravels#traveladvisor#traveltips#deltaairlines#deltaskyclub#deltaskymiles#lax#traveltip#deltaskymilesmember#deltaone#deltaairline#deltaonesuites#delta360#fyp#vipselect#jfk#deltavip#deltaair#deltaamex

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