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Air France first launched its Premium Economy cabin in 2009 and is now offering Premium Economy class travel across the entire long haul fleet, including Dubai to European destinations. Passengers can now enjoy an even more comfortable way of travelling for business or pleasure at affordable prices, in a separate cabin. The Premium Economy seat offers 40% more space than regular Economy class and has been enjoyed by close to three million customers since launch. Air France Premium Economy fares start at AED4,515.00 to Europe (terms & conditions apply). Passengers in Premium Economy enjoy some little extras with the added benefits of Business class amenities such as a complimentary toiletries kit, a soft blanket, down pillow, and a bottle of mineral water. Passengers travelling with Air France and KLM enjoy all the benefits of global networks, and easy and convenient connections to most of the world’s major destinations, through the two global hubs in Paris (Air France) and Amsterdam (KLM).

Marriott International has revealed the details of the United Arab Emirates’ first Renaissance Hotel. It is set to open at the end of 2016; the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai will be a 298-room luxury hotel aimed at business and leisure travellers who seek both authentic and unexpected experiences. Details of the brand’s UAE debut come as the travel company plans to open an additional four hotels in the country throughout 2016. Amongst the 2016 openings are Abu Dhabi’s first Marriott Hotel, the 315-room five-star Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi as well as the 64-suite Marriott Executive Apartments Downtown Abu Dhabi. Further strengthening Marriott International’s luxury lifestyle offering, scheduled 2016 openings also include the 86-room La Ville Hotel CITY WALK Dubai, Autograph Collection, the 68-suite La Ville Apartments CITY WALK, Dubai and 500-room Lapita Hotel, Autograph Collection, all set to open by the fourth quarter of this year.