If there’s anything that Black girls deserve — it’s the soft life. Which means treating yourself to all of your wants and desires, inside reason, after all.

There’s an old adage that goes, “you get what you pay for,” but that’s not the case on the subject of La Compagnie. And thankfully for us, it’s definitely inside reason.

The all-business-class airline, which launched in 2014, offers half the everyday cost of a round-trip business-class fare but with all the identical perks (if no more!) than your typical airline. La Compagnie’s small fleet of Airbus A321s offers all flat-bed business-class seats — just 76 per aircraft — at a much cheaper price point than many legacy carriers. Passengers are also given lounge access at their departure airport, two checked bags, free Wi-Fi onboard, and gourmet meals through the flight. Plus, all tickets are one hundred pc refundable as much as 24 hours before the flight. This provides recent intending to the phrase “living the lap of luxury.” 

The airline operates commonly scheduled transatlantic flights between Latest York (Newark International Airport) and Paris (Paris Orly Airport) and seasonal service between Latest York (Newark International Airport) and Nice (Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport), in addition to to Milan (Milan Malpensa Airport).

In case you haven’t heard of the airline before, it’s since it’s gotten a significant rebrand through the years. Just a couple of years ago, La Compagnie’s flights were mostly flown on aging Boeing 757s. Despite offering a more-than-competitive fare when it launched — at around $1,000 — the plane itself felt drained and unimpressive for a lot of. Quite possibly the rationale the airline is finally making waves. Travelers described the food as “so-so,” the seats didn’t lie flat compared to business-class on other international routes, and the TV screen was a tablet. But they decided there was room for improvement, and a change was going to return. In June 2019 the airline debuted a brand-new Airbus A321neo which was designed exclusively for La Compagnie. The brand new plane features fully lie-flat seat beds, and can be touted as quieter and more energy efficient.

Still, the price of flying business via the French airline was—and is—remarkably inexpensive in comparison with the price of a business class ticket from Latest York to France and Italy via certainly one of the most important carriers, which might cost anywhere from $5K – 10K, whereas La Compagnie stands between $2,000 – $2,500. Now that La Compagnie has added recent airplanes to its contained fleet, it’s easier to make the case for flying business because the rates are a lot more cost-effective.

Perhaps the one con — or a professional for some — is that the corporate only flies out of Newark, which might be inconvenient for those who don’t need to pay the extra fees to travel to/from the Latest York area, or if it’s just plane out of the best way (specifically for West Coasters).

The experience.

Being a small airline, check-in doesn’t start until 2 and half hours before departure, and the boarding process takes a complete of not more than roughly quarter-hour. Once you get onboard, seats are configured in rows of two, which is ideal for couples or members of the family who’re traveling together. There are also partitions so you’ll be able to partially block off your neighbor. 

After takeoff, warm towels are handed out and a lightweight meal is served. The menu is on the market on the screen and every flight has different options depending in your route.

The in-flight amenities.

As if the lie-flat seats weren’t enough, La Compagnie also offers travelers a branded amenity kit, in addition to a bottle of water, a quilted blanket, and a fluffy pillow. Contained in the kit, there are Caudalie skincare products including eye cream and moisturizer. Other items within the amenity kit include a toothbrush and toothpaste, a sleep mask, ear plugs, a bag to your shoes, socks, and a small mirror and a pen.

Holiday fares. 

The airline is now gearing up for the winter travel season – from now to March 26, 2023 – with an updated schedule of all business-class flights from Latest York to Paris and Milan, a partnership with EasyJet, and a final minute deal for holiday travel. For those still planning their holiday travel, La Compagnie is offering a last-minute deal on travel from Latest York to Paris and Milan this November and December. Travelers can book direct round-trip flights to Paris for $2,400 or Milan for $2,300.