Etihad Airways honors Ramadan traditions with onboard service offerings
Etihad brings Emirati Ramadan traditions onboard
Etihad Airways is bringing to life traditional Emirati Ramadan experiences through thoughtful moments across different touch points for passengers around the world, celebrating the start of the holy month and inviting travelers to share in the rich Emirati culture the airline proudly reflects.
Turky Alhammadi, Director Product and Hospitality at Etihad Airways, said, "We are delighted to offer our guests a thoughtful experience this Ramadan, sharing beloved traditions and flavours inspired by the Emirati hospitality we champion and bringing a sense of community to our guests across the network. This sacred time is an opportunity to bring our guests together through authentic flavours, meaningful gestures, and a deep respect for the traditions that define this holy month, reflecting Etihad’s commitment to cultural connection and elevated hospitality. This year, we’ve enriched the guest journey with added moments of comfort, community, and reflection, both on the ground and in the skies.”
A curated culinary journey
Throughout the month of Ramadan, Etihad offers passengers a curated culinary journey savoring authentic Arabian flavors and traditional Ramadan favorites, made with fresh, regional ingredients to showcase the tastes of the UAE and demonstrate the airline’s commitment to premium and sustainable ingredients, inviting all passengers travelling to Abu Dhabi and beyond to join in the festivities.
Beginning on the ground, travelers can choose from a wide selection of Ramadan-inspired dishes and iftar platters in the Business and First lounges at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi as well as the Etihad Lounge at London Heathrow, with options like Arabic spiced grilled lobster complimented by sweet treats such as date kunafa or a rose and pomegranate mousse cake.
Passengers traveling in premium cabins can indulge in much of the same authentic flavours with dishes such as an Arabic mixed grill and a wide selection of desserts including Ramadan favorites like cardamom and date pudding, pistachio caramel cake with strawberries, saffron and orange cake or a rose and pomegranate mousse cake. Travelers can also opt for an Iftar platter or a Healthy Iftar Salad infused with rich Emirati flavours for something a little lighter across both the First and Business cabins across the network throughout Ramadan.
Economy passengers will be offered the same Emirati-infused Ramadan classics such as tender Arabic braised lamb or chicken on a bed of vermicelli rice topped with fragrant fried onions, cashews and raisins as a main and a choice of traditional Emirati delicacies for dessert.
For passengers who are observing Ramadan where flight times fall outside of Iftar and Suhoor, the airline is gifting take-away bags before boarding or after disembarkation.
Ramadan on E-Box and in Abu Dhabi
Encouraging passengers across every cabin to explore the traditions of Ramadan practiced by different cultures globally, Etihad has curated a selection of Ramadan programs and religious content to immerse in during the flight on the airline’s signature E-Box entertainment system throughout March.
Ramadan content on E-Box will include a selection of cooking shows, including one featuring several artists demonstrating how to prepare a diverse range of beloved dishes for travelers to follow along and be inspired to cook themselves. Furthermore, passengers can explore how different cultures around the world celebrate Ramadan with a series that illustrates the diversity of the global Muslim community.
For travelers spending time in Abu Dhabi, whether that be as a holiday destination, taking advantage of Etihad’s Stopover program or those who call Abu Dhabi their home, the March edition of the airline’s inflight magazine, Beyond, will cover various events in Abu Dhabi and share recommendations for where visitors can experience the best Ramadan vibes around the city.
Umrah travel
Etihad recently relaunched its direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Medina allowing guests travelling for Umrah during Ramadan a direct and seamless connection to the holy city. The route operates four times per week since its launch in November last year.
