KATHMANDU, Aug 20: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is implementing a new fare structure from September 14. Issuing a press release, the airline said a total of eight new 'Fare Choices' will be introduced, allowing travellers to tailor their bookings to their individual needs.
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"The 'Fare Choices' are transparent and differ in baggage allowance, flexibility and include benefits that otherwise need to be purchased separately," the statement said. An adapted baggage policy will provide guests with a more standardized baggage allowance structure across the Etihad Airways Partner network, while also reducing the price for excess baggage charges on most routes.
"Ultimately, this is about providing choice. In most industries there is a move towards allowing customers to tailor and customize their experience, and ours is no different. When it comes to booking a flight, not everyone's needs are the same. Some guests want to travel light and on a budget, whilst others want to be able to make last-minute travel decisions, carry extra baggage or earn more miles," Peter Baumgartner, chief commercial officer of Etihad Airways, said in the statement said. The new flexible fare structure will be available through all of Etihad Airways' booking channels, including its website, retail outlets and global contact centre, as well as travel agencies, according to the release.
