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Tabua Class (Business Class)
Tradition |
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| Air Pacific's business
class is called Tabua Class. Tabua (pronounced Tam-Boo-Ah) has special
significance in Fijian custom. The presentation of a tabua is a solemn,
formal ceremony and is given only in very special circumstances. It is
given as a token of appreciation to demonstrate loyalty, goodwill and
respect. It can also be offered as appeasement in situations where all
other methods have failed.
The tabua has played a role in Fijian culture
before written records were initiated. Until the first visits of the
whaling fleets, around 150 years ago, Tabuas were extremely rare. They
were only obtained by the infrequent beaching of a whale or trade with the
Tongans.
The promise made by presenting a tabua is a
central theme of our business class service.
Planning |
| Air Pacific has sales
offices located in most ports we fly to or is represented by a General
Sales Agent. These offices are able to assist you in planning your trip,
be it for yourself or a group and provide valuable advice and services
including hotel reservations and car rental.
When making your reservations, please remember
that this is the best time to request any special meals or assistance you
may need.
Luggage |
| Tabua Class passengers
are entitled to check-in 30 kgs of luggage, plus two pieces of cabin
baggage, each not weighing more than 4 kgs. Travellers to and from North
America are entitled to check-in two pieces of luggage, each no more than
32 kgs.
Checking-In |
| Tabua Class passengers
are provided dedicated check-in counters at most airports, allowing rapid
completion of formalities. Your bags will get a Priority Baggage Tag and
will be positioned in the priority can. This will ensure that your bags
are one of the first to be unloaded at your destination. |
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After completing check-in formalities
and clearing customs and immigration, Tabua Class passengers are invited
to use our Tabua Club Lounge in Nadi where you can enjoy all the
facilities including a shower, the latest overseas magazines and
newspapers, snacks and a complimentary full bar service. You are also
eligible to enjoy similar facilities in selected airport lounges in
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Los
Angeles and Narita. You will be given an invitation for the specific
lounge during your check-in.
Boarding |
| Give yourself enough time
to go through immigration and customs and to browse through duty free.
At most airports, either announcements are made
relating to departure or there are "live" departure screens at
convenient locations with updated information on boarding status, boarding
times and gate numbers.
Tabua Class passengers can board the aircraft at
any time during the boarding process.
On Board |
| Your cabin attendant in
charge is a senior person who has an average experience of eight years and
has undergone specialised service training. They are selected according to
their ability to provide discrete but complete attention to our Tabua
Class passengers and are there to ensure your full comfort during the
flight.
Before take off, your cabin attendants will offer
you a cool drink of orange juice or champagne. You can wipe away your
troubles with our complimentary hot or cold towel service. The towel
service is repeated before and after the meals. You are also provided with
a complimentary amenity kit in a genuine handcrafted "tapa" bag,
in a choice of two styles, one of them representing a tabua and featuring
Fijian made award winning exotic products such as sandalwood soap. Inside
are all those handy little items that make it so easy to freshen up prior
to landing. Face towel, tooth brush and paste. A clever combination hair
brush and comb. Moisturiser for the ladies, and a shaver and cologne for
the men. Should you want to take a nap, there's an eye-shade too. A wide
range of newspapers and top business, sports and womens magazines are
always within easy reach. |
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| Our new B737-700 features the very
latest ergonomically designed seats with adjustable headrests, providing
excellent comfort and support. The headrests feature adjustable wings
making sleeping a lot easier. |
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| Soft blankets and pillows
are available and are usually on your seat when you arrive on the aircraft
for your use during the flight.
FlightGuide |
| Air Pacific has a
comprehensive entertainment system on its aircraft.
Our B747-200 and B737-700 have in seat video with
an eight track movie system. This gives our Tabua Class passengers a wide
range of movies to choose from and the ability to skip at their leisure.
The in-seat video folds away conveniently and can be viewed during your
meal. We present shorter light entertainment and sports pieces on Fiji
bound flights, including our very own Next Stop Fiji video magazine. Our
movie selection features the latest Hollywood hits allowing you to sit
back in comfort and enjoy the show.
Our B767-300 have portable video walkmans
allowing passengers to select one of eight movies for playback on the
walkman. Our cabin attendants will load your selected movie for you and
you are welcome to change the movies at your leisure. Our B737-300 and
B737-500 have big screen single movie displays.
A multi channel audio program features Country
& Western, Gospel, Classical Collection, Hindi Selection, Easy
Listening, Current Hits, Children's Programs and Fijian Sounds.
Complimentary headsets are provided.
Cuisine |
| Air Pacific's Tabua Class menu
reflects not only our local cultural diversity but our international
network. Only the freshest ingredients are used in the preparation and all
our caterers are of world class standard. We put a lot of thought into our
meal selections and are constantly improving and adding to our menu
choices moving with worldwide fine dining trends.
Please remember to make your special meal request
when making your reservations. |
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| Your personal meal
service begins with your designated cabin attendant offering you a drink
from the bar. This is followed by your cabin attendant presenting your
personal table setting. You are offered an entree, and a choice from three
delicious main courses, served buffet style. A choice of deserts or cheese
and biscuits are offered to passengers. During the tea and coffee service,
we offer you cognac or port. Wine and bread rolls are available throughout
the meal offering.
We have a fully complimentary bar service. All
the wines and champagnes are premier brands such as Moet and undergo
stringent assessments prior to inclusion. We also offer brand name
spirits, beers, soft drinks and freshly brewed Fijian coffee and tea.
Duty Free |
| To help you with last
minute shopping, an extensive range of gift items for sale at duty free
prices are available on this aircraft. We accept travellers cheques and a
wide range of credit cards; American Express, Diners Club, JCB Card,
MasterCard and Visa.
Arrival |
| Tabua Class passengers
are given first disembarkation priority. Please contact our ground staff
as they meet the aircraft for any information on transfers, car rental or
other requests you may have.
Air Pacific does not require you to re-confirm
your onward journey and please note that our service may vary due to
operational requirements. |
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