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Old Apr 9, 2012, 7:18 pm
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Originally Posted by markpappai
Thank you for all the information. It is a toss up, I guess I'll keep looking at availability and see how it looks. I must admit I'm crossing my fingers for ANA to open up, but not counting on it.

The following is a link I found to the announcement United made about the new Global First and its other premium products.

http://ir.unitedcontinentalholdings....500&highlight=
There are some details in the press release.

Here is what it says about improvements to GF:

More-comfortable bedding amenities.
Additional in-flight food choices.
New amenity kits featuring Philosophy-brand skin-care products.
Hmmmm...pretty vague.

Regarding BF, though, it's amazing how specific an comprehensive the description of the changes are:

An additional entree option, for a total of four, designed by United's Congress of Chefs. United is also changing the way it prepares business-class meals to improve the quality and taste.
Expanded wine selections chosen by Doug Frost, Sommelier and Master of Wine.
New ice cream sundae dessert option with a choice of six toppings.
Improved in-flight entertainment including noise-reduction headsets.
New amenity kits featuring Philosophy-brand skin-care products.
Duvet-style blankets and higher-quality pillows and hot towels.
Who knows, maybe it's just a lapse, or maybe they're just putting a lot more effort into J than IFC...
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