Emirates Unwraps Christmas Magic at 40,000 Feet

Emirates has announced a festive experience for travelers this December, bringing the magic of Christmas to 40,000 feet. Here are the highlights from their seasonal offering:

Festive Dining in the Sky
- Economy Class:
Roasted turkey with chestnut roulade, maple-roasted parsnips, and orange-soaked fruit cake.
- Premium Economy & Business Class:
Homemade gingerbread cookies, raspberry Paris-Brest pastry, and chef-curated holiday dishes like herb-crusted lamb shank or duck confit glazed in cranberry jus.
- First Class:
Luxurious creations including salmon gravadlax, venison with sage butter, and even an edible Santa Claus sculpted from strawberries and cream.

Champagne & Fine Wines
- Emirates will serve rare vintages such as Dom Pérignon Plénitude 2, 2006, Montrachet Grand Cru 2013, and Château Montrose 2005 in First Class.
- Premium Economy guests can enjoy sparkling wines like Chandon Vintage Brut 2018.

Lounges & Onboard Treats
- Lounges in Dubai and worldwide will feature roasted turkey, festive cocktails, mince pies, stollen, and gingerbread lattes.
- The A380 Onboard Lounge will offer artisanal sweets, festive sandwiches, and even selfie props for holiday photos.

Entertainment
- 39 holiday movies including Elf, The Holiday, The Polar Express, and new releases like Dear Santa starring Jack Black.
- 42 Christmas TV specials such as The Great Christmas Bake Off and Strictly Come Dancing: Christmas Special.
- Playlists featuring Sam Smith, Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and Ella Fitzgerald.

Gift-Giving
- The EmiratesRED Winter 2025 catalogue offers over 300 luxury products with pre-order discounts.
- A festive capsule collection includes Christmas jumpers, family pyjamas, themed stockings, and mugs.

Giving Back
- Through the “You Donate, Emirates Doubles” initiative, the airline will match customer donations (up to $10,000) to support underprivileged children worldwide.

Emirates is clearly aiming to make holiday travel feel magical, blending gourmet dining, festive entertainment, and charitable giving into one seamless journey.