(TAN): Air France has recently opened a new lounge dedicated to long-haul flights departing from terminal 3 at Paris-Orly airport. An area spanning 720 sq. m has been exclusively designed for customers travelling to Cayenne (Guiana), Fort-de-France (Martinique), Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe), St. Denis de la Réunion (Reunion) and New York (USA) in addition to medium-haul destination, Algiers (Algeria).
The main lounge has a relaxed, contemporary feel, with its elegant colour scheme and screen wall paneling and features a welcoming relaxation area with spacious seats. With numerous alcoves, customers can choose to spend time alone or meet others in a convivial setting. A more subdued, private area is also reserved for Ultimate customers.
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This new lounge’s iconic element is a champagne bar offering a variety of renowned French signature brands all year round. Customers can also take their pick from a sweet selection comprising pastries and fresh fruit.
A wine bar, designed like a wine cellar, is also open to customers during their stay in this exclusive space. All the wines and Champagne are, as on board Air France flights, carefully selected by Paolo Basso, world’s best sommelier in 2013. A rum bar trolley is also available, offering a foretaste of the destinations served on departure from Paris-Orly – Martinique, Guadeloupe, Cayenne and Reunion.
With a selection of cold meats, cheese and hot dishes, a bistronomy-style offer celebrates French cuisine with seasonal produce. Specialities typical of the long-haul destinations operated out of Paris-Orly can also be enjoyed.
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There is also a cold snacks kiosk offers a range of delectable, gourmet salads. Customers looking for a light, tasty and healthy snack can choose from a range of soups in a selection of flavours.
There is another small lounge with a more private and confidential feel is a haven for customers wishing to enjoy a genuine moment of relaxation in tranquil surroundings. This Paris-Orly lounge also features shower cubicles to freshen up before or after a flight.
Customers can also work in a co-working space. This space, ideal for working alone or with others, is notably equipped with smartphone-compatible wireless charging systems.
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Customers also have access to a press kiosk offering a wide selection of French and international newspapers and magazines. Air France Shopping travel items are on show in a unique display cabinet, the “Air France Shopping Boudoir.” Air France Travel Guide screens are located throughout the two sections of the lounge which offer customers information on their choice of future destination.
