United Airlines has officially launched “Polaris 2.0” with a focus on the sleep experience both on the ground and on the air and a new partnership with Therabody. Polaris 2.0 Launches With New Bedding Amenities, Therabody Partnership There is no new seat…yet. The meals are not changing…yet. But United is updating its bedding for the […]
Bread Basket Returns In United Airlines Polaris Business Class
United Airlines will bring back its bread basket on Polaris business class flights from Europe. Bread Basket Returns To Polaris Business Class On United Airlines Currently, United’s Polaris Business Class passengers receive their meal trays with two pieces of bread pre-plated, typically a piece of garlic bread and a pretzel roll. Prior to the pandemic, […]
United Airlines Tips Hand On New A321XLR Polaris Seat (Pictures)
A patent filing by United Airlines gives us a hint of what kind of Polaris Business Class seat to expect on the Airbus A321XLR and perhaps on a subfleet of the 737 MAX 10. United Airlines Gives Us Clue Over New A321XLR Polaris Seat In Patent Filing As noted by paxex.aero, United Airlines has filed […]
Rumor: United Airlines Will Debut New 787 Polaris Business Class Seat This Month
It appears the launch of Polaris 2.0 on September 20th may be more than just about the soft product…we are hearing that United will also reveal a brand new business class seat for its pending Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets. New United Airlines Polaris Business Class Seat For 787 Dreamliner Earlier, I wrote about the “Polaris […]
United Airlines Plans “Polaris 2.0” Launch On September 20, 2023
Something is brewing at United Airlines concerning its longhaul Polaris Business Class product. I’ve only been able to put together a few puzzle pieces, but it appears a big announcement, dubbed Polaris 2.0, is planned for September 20, 2023. Polaris 2.0: New Bedding, Other Soft Products Improvements Coming Soon? After my story yesterday about new […]
United Airlines Teases New Polaris Business Class Tableware
Whether intentionally or not, we now have an idea of what the next generation of tableware will look like in Polaris Business Class on United Airlines. New Tableware In Polaris Business Class on United Airlines Tomorrow, United will hold a special “behind-the-scenes access to the world of in-flight cuisine” in Chicago. This event will take […]
My First Flight In United Polaris Business Class (A Child’s Review)
I’ve asked my three-year-old daughter Claire Marie to offer her thoughts on our recent 787-9 flight from Los Angeles to London on United Airlines in Polaris Business Class. You can find similar reviews from my son Augustine here (LAX-LHR) and here (ZRH-SFO). Daddy thought it was only fair that I get a chance to share […]
Traveling In United Airlines Polaris Business Class With My Family, A 787-9 Flight Review
To begin our summer trip, we flew from Los Angeles to London on United Airlines in Polaris Business Class on the 787-9. In short: despite a three-hour delay, the flight was great, with superb service, edible food, and a good rest. United Polaris Business Class Family Review I’m thankful my three-year-old daughter seems to be […]
A Family Lunch In United Polaris Lounge LAX
Unsure of how the onboard cuisine would be ahead of our trip to London, my family enjoyed a nice lunch in the United Polaris Lounge at LAX. This lounge really is a value-add to flying United and Star Alliance business class. Family Lunch – Polaris Lounge LAX I’ve reviewed this lounge before and my review […]
Is This United Airlines? Sublime Catering In Polaris Business Class On My Dubai Flight
After arriving in Dubai on Air India, my next leg was traveling from Dubai to Newark on United Airlines, a service United started earlier this year. The flight itself was pleasant enough, but the great surprise on this flight was the superb business class catering. I had to pinch myself to ensure I was traveling […]
Polaris Lounge Nightcap At LAX
One of the nice things about flying United Airlines in longhaul business class is Polaris Lounge access on arrival, even at your final destination. I enjoyed a Polaris Lounge “nightcap” at LAX after a long day of travel. LAX Polaris Lounge Nightcap I arrived at LAX having traveled from Johannesburg via Newark and Denver. Even […]
United Airlines Plans Polaris Lounge In Denver
I do not think it was planned, but United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby let slip news that a Polaris Lounge will be coming to Denver International Airport, the final United hub in the continental USA without a flagship business class lounge. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby: Polaris Lounge Coming To Denver Speaking to press and […]
United Airlines Adding Hot Mid-Flight Snacks On More Polaris Flights
United Airlines is adding hot mid-flight snacks and fresh fruit to more flights in its long-haul Polaris Business Class, another step toward returning meal service to pre-pandemic levels. Hot Mid-Flight Snacks + Fresh Fruit On More United Airlines Polaris Flights When United first launched its Polaris business class in 2016, it used to offer a […]
Review: United Airlines Polaris Lounge Los Angeles (LAX)
The United Airlines Polaris Lounge LAX remains a tranquil oasis that never seems to get crowded and includes lovely service and a nice selection of food and drinks. United Polaris Lounge LAX Review I’ve visited this lounge often since my initial review and it has not changed much. The menu rotates seasonally, but the layout, […]
United Airlines Adds Château d’Esclans Rosé Wine To Polaris Business Class
Polaris Business Class passengers on United Airlines can now enjoy a glass of Whispering Angel Rosé from Château d’Esclans. Whispering Angel Rosé Wine Now Available On United Airlines I’m far afield from the wine scene (coffee is my preferred snobbery), but rosé wine is quickly growing in popularity in the United States. Château d’Esclans, which […]
Garlic Bread Returns To United Airlines Polaris Business Class
Like a dripping faucet, United is slowly but surely bringing back elements of its pre-pandemic meal service. This month, passengers can expect the return of garlic bread, a crowd-pleaser, on select United Airlines flights in Polaris Business Class. Garlic Bread Back On United Airlines! One of my favorite features of international business or first class […]
Review: United Airlines 767-300 Polaris Business Class Chicago – Zurich
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I enjoyed great service by a veteran Chicago-based crew and also managed an extended nap onboard my United Airlines 767-300 Polaris business class flight to Zurich, but United still has a long way to go when […]
First Stop, United Polaris Lounge LAX For Breakfast
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I’m starting my trip to Kyiv with breakfast at the United Polaris Lounge at Los Angles International Airport. Polaris Lounge LAX Breakfast – Surprisingly Excellent United offers cheap one-way fares from Los Angeles to Warsaw ($449 […]
United Airlines Polaris Meal Service: The Sad State Of Affairs
United Airlines has opened a new test kitchen near its Chicago headquarters and is rumored to be rolling out catering improvements this spring. Based upon the sad state of dining affairs in United Polaris Business Class, this cannot come fast enough. Current State Of Meal Service In United Polaris Business Class Cries Out For Upgrade […]
Reaction: My Family Tries United Polaris (Business Class)
I’ve taken many trips in United Polaris but my family hasn’t had the chance until now. Here’s what they thought of United’s business class experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Winter […]
