Throughout the month, Emirates is bringing a festive flair to its flights, from winter-inspired menus to treasured traditions. From departure to destination, passengers can expect the warmth, wonder, and whimsy of the Christmas period at 40,000 feet.
Christmas Cuisine and Fine Wine
During the festive period, sweet Christmas treats will be on offer for all classes, with hot chocolate served between the 17th and the 26th of December. Between the 24-26th, seasonal mini treats will also be on offer, such as dark chocolate truffles for Economy Class, homemade gingerbread cookies in Premium Economy and Business, and a raspberry Paris-Brest pastry for First Class.
Alongside this, an array of wines and champagne will be on offer during the month, with the debut of rare Dom Pérignon Plénitude 2, 2006, for First Class flyers. From wines such as Chateau Larrivet Haut-Brion 2010 in Business Class to the Emirates-exclusive Chandon Vintage Brut 2018 for Premium Economy, a wide range of drinks will be available to all flyers.
Furthermore, Christmas cuisine is available to all customers. Economy Class will be offered roasted turkey and maple-roasted parsnips, followed by traditional fruit cake or a mini mousse. For First, Business, and Premium Economy, a three-course feast of traditional dishes will be prepared, beginning with a choice in salmon starters. The classic turkey, stuffing, and various vegetables will feature in the main course, and festive sweets will close off the feast. Between the 24th of December to the 8th of January, traditional Orthodox Christmas dinners will also be available on flights between Russia, Cyprus, Ethiopia, and Dubai.
From the Lounge to the Sky
Across Emirates lounges worldwide, timeless Christmas dishes will be available to customers, each tailored to the specific region. For First and Business Class lounges in Dubai, traditional roast turkey with cranberry sauce will be offered from the 15th, alongside festive cocktails and an extensive Champagne selection. Elegant new canapés including foie gras bon bons and miso-pumpkin tart is also on offer, followed by classic desserts like traditional stollen and mince pies, and homemade apple pie with cinnamon ice cream.
In the air, Emirates is providing customers with 39 holiday season movies and 42 Christmas TV shows, all through the inflight entertainment ice. New movies have been added, such as Tinsel Town and Dear Santa, alongside Christmas classics like Elf, The Polar Express and The Great Christmas Bake Off. Albums and playlists of Christmas music from a range of artists are also available to those seeking the holly jolly rhythm.
Finally, customers can explore gift-ideas for themselves or others through the EmiratesRED Winter 2025 catalogue, with the pre-order service available on most flights. In the Emirates Official Store, a festive capsule collection features Christmas jumpers, family pyjamas and themed stockings, hats, and cosy mugs.
Christmas Kindness for Children in Need
‘You Donate, Emirates Doubles’ – With the Emirates Airline Foundation, customers can donate to the lives of underprivileged children in any currency on any flight. This can be done through the envelope in the seat pocket on all flights, as well as through credit card, cheque, Skywards miles, or bank transfer. Emirates will then match any customer donation up to $10,000 per donation to ensure the generosity goes even further.
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