Published on : Thursday, December 11, 2014
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), last night hosted a cocktail reception at the San Francisco City Hall to celebrate the launch of its daily service between San Francisco and Abu Dhabi.
The event brought together over 300 guests from across the business, travel trade, government and diplomatic community, as well as members of the media.
Upon arrival at the San Francisco City Hall red carpet, guests were welcomed by traditional Arabian Ayala dancers and Etihad Airways’ cabin crew who offered guests Arabic coffee and dates.
The evening began with a champagne reception and canapé service, while guests had the opportunity to experience Etihad Airways’ soon to be launched The Residence by Etihad™, the only three-room suite in the sky, as well as the airline’s new First and Business Class products which will be introduced on its A380 and B787 aircraft.
The Savoy Academy-trained Butler was also present at the event.
Guests also enjoyed performances from the popular Italian operatic pop trio, II Volo and Jazz singer, Ddendyl.
Guest of honour at the cocktail reception was the UAE Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Yousef Al Otaiba, who welcomed the launch of Etihad Airways’ new services between San Francisco (SFO) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
James Hogan, Etihad Airways’ President and Chief Executive Officer thanked HE Yousef Al Otaiba for his support during the airline’s launch of services to San Francisco and also spoke of the airline’s strong relationship with the United States.
Mr Hogan said: “We are delighted to add San Francisco to our global network, which becomes Etihad Airways’ fifth destination in the US after New York, Chicago, Washington, DC, and Los Angeles.
The new service is another step forward in the strong and extensive relationship between the UAE and the US.”
Tags: Etihad Airways, San Francisco Flights
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