EMIRATES AIRLINES

By:LaceyKrizia

KimberlySimon

Nateisha

HISTORY• Oct 25 1985 first flight flew

out of Dubai with only two aircrafts

• With 170 aircraft, Emirates currently flies to over 115 destinations in more than 60 countries around the world

• From 2001 to 2007 Emirates spent an approximate jaw dropping USD 70 billion in aircrafts, with the purchase of approximately 250 aircrafts (58 mixed Airbus’ and Boeing’s, 42 Boeing 777’s, 10 of Boeing’s new 747-8F aircraft (2006), 120 Airbus A350s, 11 A380s, and 12 Boeing 777-300ERs (2007)

CULTURE/CUSTOMS Emirati culture mainly revolves around the religion of

Islam and traditional Arab and Bedouin culture. UAE has a diverse and vibrant culture. The influence of Islamic and Arab culture on its

architecture, music, attire, cuisine and lifestyle are very prominent as well.

Five times every day, Muslims are called to prayer from the minarets of mosques which are scattered around the country.

The weekend begins on Friday due to Friday being the holiest day for Muslims.

All Muslim countries have a Friday-Saturday or Thursday-Friday weekend.

You should accept refreshment whenever it’s offered, but note that you should always use your right hand for drinking and eating, as the left hand is regarded as unclean.

Similarly, you should avoid showing the soles of your shoes or feet, which implies that you think the other person is ‘dirt’, which is obviously highly offensive.

You should keep your feet flat on the ground and not cross your legs.

GREETINGS • As Muslims, customary greeting is

salaam alaykum, which means “May peace be upon you and may God’s blessings be with you.” Shaking hands and saying kaif hal ak comes next.

• Flight Attendants in Emirates Airlines greet passengers with a smile and a warm welcome.

SPACEA380 First Class Private SuitesEach suite comes fully equipped with a sliding door, a personal mini-bar, adjustable ambient lighting, and its own vanity table, mirror and wardrobe.Every Business Class seat on the Emirates A380 converts into a flat bed at the touch of a button.

The Flat-bed seats also include several features tailored to the way you like to travel, from a personal storage area and in-seat massage functionality to a privacy divider. An in-seat power supply for laptops, dual port USB and extra-large table provide a comfortable workspace, and over 1,200 channels of entertainment are available on our ice Digital Widescreen TV. And there is even a built-in mini-bar in every seat.

We designed our cabins in our Economy Class to create more space and comfort. Personal seatback monitors provide up to 1,200 channels of news and entertainment programing. And to ensure that you're able to stay in touch while in transit, we offer SMS, telephone and email service at every seat.

DINING“We strive to make every journey a destination in itself

with fine cuisine prepared by award-winning chefs”

DINING CONT...First Class

Cocktails and canapésA selection of cocktails and cold canapésAppetizersWild Iranian caviarArabic mezzeSmoked tangerine chickenTomato and okra soupSaladFreshly prepared saladMain CoursesSamka harraBraised beef in coconut milkGlazed duck breastAubergine lasagneVegetablesDessertsBanana puddingStrawberry cheesecakeCheeseInternational cheeseboardFruitSelection of seasonal fruitsBeverages and ChocolatesTeaCoffeeChocolates

Business Class

CocktailsAppetizersHoney roasted duckMarinated Asian seafoodSaladSeasonal saladMain coursesFillet of garoupaBeef teriyaki kebabThai style chicken curryDessertWhite chocolate and orange mousse cakePear strudelCheeseInternational cheeseboardFruitSelection of seasonal fruitsBeverages and chocolatesTeaCoffeeChocolates

Emirates has extended its commitment to offering not just the finest dining experience in the skies, but a dining experience worthy of the finest restaurants all around the world.

Economy Class

AppetizersSmoked tunaSaladSeasonal saladMain coursesChicken breastLamb brochetteDessertSticky date puddingCheeseCheese and biscuitsBeverages and chocolatesTea or coffeeChocolates

UNIFORMS From the years 1997-2008 the

beige and red female uniform was easily recognized by travelers around the world each day.

In 2009 the new uniform was introduced along with the unveiling of the Airbus A380. The most noticeable elements of the new uniform, on the women's side, include beige piping detail on the new red hat, subtle red pin stripes throughout, more fitted, chic blouses and eye catching, red kick-pleats in the skirts.

Male cabin crew members will wear a chocolate brown suit, also featuring pinstripes, with a cream shirt and a caramel, honey and red tie.

EMIRATES AIRLINE

ICAO: UAEIATA: EK

COUNTRY: UNITED ARAB EMIRATESWEBSITE: http://www.emirates.com

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WORK CITED

http://www.emirates.com/ca/English/flying/seating/seating.aspx

http://www.justlanded.com/english/Dubai/Dubai-Guide/Culture/Social-Customs

http://www.emirates.com/ca/English/flying/dining/dining.aspx

http://www.asiatraveltips.com/news08/176-EmiratesAirline.shtml