Aeroméxico’s New Salones Premier Reflect a More Considered Vision of Contemporary Mexico

Aeroméxico’s newly renovated Salones Premier at Mexico City International Airport reflect a shift towards a culturally rooted aesthetic, designed by Gensler. These lounges prioritize atmosphere over clichés, featuring art and local inspirations like Xochimilco. While operationally premium, there remains a disconnect between lounge design and onboard experience, signaling potential for future coherence.

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Hot Hotel: Viceroy Riviera Maya, Mexico

Viceroy Riviera Maya is an exquisite boutique resort nestled in a jungle, offering 41 personal villas that blend luxury with nature. Its culinary offerings, featuring two acclaimed restaurants, highlight local flavors and techniques. With a focus on serene exploration and culinary innovation, the resort embodies modern luxury, making it a unique getaway.

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Hot Hotel: Unico 2087, Riviera Maya

On a recent visit to Mexico, I spent a few days in Riviera Maya to recharge and relax. Considering this wasn’t my first visit to Cancun, and there was a relatively new hotel on the block, I took the opportunity to try out Hotel Unico 20 87 Riviera Maya to see what this design-led all-inclusive…

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10 (Extra) Reasons To Fly From America Right Now

There is a lot of global attention on the new presidency in the US right now. While many have watched with their head in their hands recently and others have had their head in the sand, we’ve compiled some additional more reasons it might be good to book a flight sometime soon to escape the…

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Aeromexico Brings New Self-Serve Bar & All-Aisle Access To 787-9 Business Class

Aeromexico has taken delivery of it’s new 787-9 and with it, a brand new Clase Premier product designed for the long-haul routes the aircraft will fly. Adorned with the Quetzalcoatl one-off livery which we covered earlier this month, the aircraft will delight and surprise its passengers both outside and now inside too. With the airline currently offering…

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Aeromexico Boldly Battles Mexican Stereotypes

  Aeromexico just revealed their latest bold advertising campaign in a bid to promote Mexico as much more than just its stereotypical global perception. Running at 30 seconds long, the new spot offers a selection on vignettes to dispel the myths around Mexico, and showcase it as a progressive and peaceful destination. Part of a…

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TheDesignAir Top 10 Destinations For 2013

As we head into 2013, it’s time to start planning the best places to go for the year ahead. Here at TheDesignAir we’ve wrapped up the best 10 destinations, whether it be for the best in air travel, best new airports or the hottest hotels to stay in. So without further ado, here’s the run-down…

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The Mexicana Birds Are Back

Troubled Mexicana had only recently launched its new livery when they went down due to financial difficulties back in 2010. So it never really got the outing it deserved. But only today was it suggested by an article on ATW that Mexicana will possibly come back to the skies on June 9th using a fleet…

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