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First class is the most luxurious class of accommodations on a train, passenger ship, airplane, or other conveyance.^[1] It is usually much more expensive than business class and economy class, and offers better amenities. Image File history File links Emblem-important. ... Image File history File links Question_book-3. ... Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 × 600 pixelsFull resolution‎ (2,592 × 1,944 pixels, file size: 2. ... Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 × 600 pixelsFull resolution‎ (2,592 × 1,944 pixels, file size: 2. ... American Airlines, Inc. ... For other uses, see Train (disambiguation). ... A passenger ship is a ship whose primary function is to carry passengers. ... Fixed-wing aircraft is a term used to refer to what are more commonly known as aeroplanes in Commonwealth English (excluding Canada) or airplanes in North American English. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ...

Aviation

Main article: First class (aviation)

The First Class section of a fixed-wing passenger aircraft is typically located in the very front of the aircraft. This article does not cite any references or sources. ...

However, all US-based commercial carriers (except for American Airlines and United Airlines) and many foreign carriers have completely removed first class altogether from their international flights, only offering business class, a second-rate travel class, as their highest level of international service.

Railways

Australia

Australia has internal rail operations in each of its states, excluding Tasmania, normally run by the State Government but in some cases is run by private operators. In each state, first class travel differs.

• CountryLink (New South Wales, Australia)

First class travel on CountryLink comes in two forms. On Xplorer and XPT trains, first class seating is offered which include an incresed legroom and seating recline over Economy class seating. There are no added extras, although being in First Class normally means a shorter walk to the on-board Buffet. On XPT trains, First Class compartments can be found. By Day these offer premium accommodation with shower and toilet facilities, along with a carriage attendant for three people per compartment. On night services, the compartments are for two people only. Once again with shower and toilet facilities, the cabin attendant and bunk style accommodation. There is only one cabin carriage per train, and are only found on north and south services. CountryLink is the name given to the train and coach services that runs throughout regional areas in the state of New South Wales (NSW), Australia. ... Motto: Orta Recens Quam Pura Nites (Newly Risen, How Brightly You Shine) Other Australian states and territories Capital Sydney Governor HE Professor Marie Bashir Premier Bob Carr (ALP) Area 809,444 km² (5th)  - Land 800,642 km²  - Water 8,802 km² (1. ...

• Queensland Rail (Queensland, Australia)

Queensland Rail offer First Class travel on many of their TravelTrain services, along with Business Class on their Tilt Train Services. Queensland Rail TravelTrain first class are private cabin's in either Roomette (Single Room) or Twinette (Double Room) cabins. Roomettes are small rooms for one person with a single seat, toilet and basin, fold down bed and a shared shower at the carriage end along with access to the Sleeper Accomodation Restaurant/Club Car found onboard. A Twinette Cabin are larger rooms for two people with a bench seat, bunk style beds and shared Toilet and Shower facilities at carriage ends, along with access to the Sleeper Accomodation Restaurant/Club Car found onboard. Wickham Terrace entrance to Central Station - showing Queensland Rail QR sign QR, previously known as Queensland Rail and Queensland Railways, is the corporation responsible for the operation and maintenance of the railway system in the State of Queensland, Australia. ... Motto: Audax at Fidelis (Bold but Faithful) Other Australian states and territories Capital Brisbane Governor HE Ms Quentin Bryce Premier Peter Beattie (ALP) Area 1,852,642 km² (2st)  - Land 1,730,648 km²  - Water 121,994 km² (6. ...

• V/Line (Victoria, Australia)

First Class Accomodation on V/Line is 2x2 seating arrangement, with extra legroom and recline. First Class isonly available on certain locomotive hauled services and not on the V/Locity and Sprinter Railcar services. V/Line is a regional passenger train and coach service in Victoria, Australia. ... Motto: Peace and Prosperity Other Australian states and territories Capital Melbourne Governor HE Mr John Landy Premier Steve Bracks (ALP) Area 237,629 km² (6th)  - Land 227,416 km²  - Water 10,213 km² (4. ...

• Other

Great Southern Rail (New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory and Western Australia), a private operator of the tourist trains 'The Overland', 'Indian Pacific' and 'The Ghan', offer Gold Kangaroo Class or Red Premium Class on their Services. Gold Kangaroo Class is found on the Indian Pacific and The Ghan. Gold Kangaroo Class are Roomette, Twinette and Deluxe Cabins. Roomettes are single person cabins with a seat and fold down bed, along with a Basin and Toilet, with Shared shower facilities at carraige ends and access to the first class lounge and dining facilities. Twinette Cabins are twin share cabins with a bench seat and bunk bed style accomodation, with private toilet and shower facilities along with access to the first class lounge and dining facilities. Deluxe Cabins are twice the size of a twinette room, with a small double bed, folddown bunk bed, DVD player and TV with many movies, armchair and tables, along with reserved seating in the first class restaurant or complimentary room service. On The Overland Red Premium seating is 2x1 with extra legroom, and more recline that the Red Class seating. Re Premium includes access to the Red Premium Club Car, Extra luggage allowance, drinks upon boarding, and trolley service. NSW redirects here. ... Victoria may refer to: // Victoria of the United Kingdom, aka Queen Victoria, former British monarch Victoria (Australia), a state in Australia Victoria, British Columbia, the capital of the Canadian province Victoria (mythology), Roman goddess of Victory Victoria may also refer to: Victoria (name) Main disambiguation page: Victoria of the United... Capital Adelaide Government Constitutional monarchy Governor Marjorie Jackson-Nelson Premier Mike Rann (ALP) Federal representation  - House seats 11  - Senate seats 12 Gross State Product (2004-05)  - Product ($m)  $59,819 (5th)  - Product per capita  $38,838/person (7th) Population (End of September 2006)  - Population  1,558,200 (5th)  - Density  1. ... For similar terms, see Northern Territories (disambiguation) Slogan or Nickname: The Territory, The NT, The Top End Motto(s): none Other Australian states and territories Capital Darwin Government Constitutional monarchy Administrator Ted Egan Chief Minister Clare Martin (ALP) Federal representation  - House seats 2  - Senate seats 2 Gross Territorial Product (2004... Slogan or Nickname: Wildflower State or the Golden State Other Australian states and territories Capital Perth Government Constitutional monarchy Governor Ken Michael Premier Alan Carpenter (ALP) Federal representation  - House seats 15  - Senate seats 12 Gross State Product (2005-06)  - Product ($m)  $107,910 (4th)  - Product per capita  $53,134/person... Fresh from the launch of the new Indian Pacific livery on 24th September, NR 28 hauls the Indian Pacific out of Perth (through Maylands) on Wednesday, 28th September 2005. ... Current route map of the Ghan The Ghan, short for The Afghan, is the 48-hour, 2,979-km passenger service on the Adelaide-Alice Springs-Darwin Central Australian Railway in Australia. ... Fresh from the launch of the new Indian Pacific livery on 24th September, NR 28 hauls the Indian Pacific out of Perth (through Maylands) on Wednesday, 28th September 2005. ... Current route map of the Ghan The Ghan, short for The Afghan, is the 48-hour, 2,979-km passenger service on the Adelaide-Alice Springs-Darwin Central Australian Railway in Australia. ... The Overland is a passenger rail service running between Melbourne and Adelaide, Australia. ...

Japan

The term "First Class" was abolished on Japanese National Railways in May 1969, and was replaced by "Green Cars". Green Cars are identifiable by the green four-leaf clover logo at the doorways. Japanese National Railways (日本国有鉄道 Nippon Kokuyū Tetsudō), abbreviated Kokutetsu (国鉄) or JNR, was the national railway network of Japan from 1872 to 1987. ...

In recent years, there has been a gradual trend to restore Green Cars to longer-distance commuter lines in the Tokyo area, complete with female "Green Attendants" who provide an at-seat refreshment service as well as checking tickets. For other uses, see Tokyo (disambiguation). ...

Spain

First Class travel is not available on short distance trains in Spain such as the Regionales or Cercanias services, but on long and medium distance trains such as the Altaria or Euromed services "Preferente" class, comparable to British First Class is available. This includes complimentary food and drinks (typically a welcome aboard drink, including champagne, and drinks with the meal) as well as larger seats.

A further service is available on the high speed AVE network. A club class or preferente ticket allows access to lounges at certain stations. And on-board club class service includes a large leather seat, power supply, A La Carte food and unlimited complimentary bar service at your seat. For other uses, see AVE (disambiguation). ...

It is worth pointing out that on all Spanish "Grandes Lineas" (long haul) and Media Distancia (medium haul) trains, video and music is available and accessed through complimentary headphones. One further fact that deserves attention is the cost of first class travel. Prices are set in stone (there are no saver fares and all tickets are open), the price of a "preferente" ticket is normally only €20 more than economy, and club class on the AVE is normally only €20 more than club - significantly cheaper than most first class fares in Britain.

UK

First Class compartment on the Bluebell Railway.

The existence and nature of different classes of passenger service on British trains has varied over time and continues to evolve. Currently, most longer-distance services offer First Class and Standard Class service, while most local and suburban services are single class - as are urban transit services such as the London Underground (Although staff may well refuse to sell them, it is possible to buy first class tickets from ticket offices at London Underground stations, for use on lines such as the West Coast Main Line which serves LU stations). First Class service offers access to dedicated First Class sections of the train, nearly always featuring fewer but larger, and - at least ostensibly - more comfortable seats, in a generally more spacious arrangement that provides more personal space, often a table and upgraded decor / carpeting, and in some cases additional amenities (such as power outlets for mobile phones or PCs). Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 × 600 pixelsFull resolution‎ (1,600 × 1,200 pixels, file size: 321 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) Please see the file description page for further information. ... Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 × 600 pixelsFull resolution‎ (1,600 × 1,200 pixels, file size: 321 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) Please see the file description page for further information. ... 1638 U class at Sheffield Park station The Bluebell Railway is a heritage line running for nine miles along the border between East Sussex and West Sussex, England. ... The London Underground is an underground railway system - also known as a rapid transit system - that serves a large part of Greater London, United Kingdom and some neighbouring areas. ... The WCML running alongside the M1 motorway at Watford Gap in Northamptonshire A Virgin Pendolino and freight train on the WCML The West Coast Main Line (WCML) is one of the most important intercity railway lines in the United Kingdom, part of the British railway system. ...

In addition to the dedicated seating, the current First Class rail experience may include access to a lounge (at major departure and/or arrival stations) and additional on-board services, such as food and/or drinks service, complimentary newspapers, etc. Such on-board services vary widely; they can be distributed by train operating company, by route, by day of week (weekday or weekend), and by time of day. The most complete First Class experience is offered by long-distance train operators, such as First Great Western, GNER, and Virgin Trains, especially on weekday morning and evening trains on high-volume routes, where it is apparently targeted by the train operators at "business travellers". The term lounge can refer to: a living room in a private house, a public waiting area, provided with seating, as in a hotel or airport an Airline lounge is a private waiting area offered by airlines to pecial customers or to those who pay an extra fee lounge music... First Great Western is the operating name of First Greater Western Ltd,[1] a British train operating company owned by FirstGroup, which operates services in the west and south west of England and South Wales. ... GNER White Rose train at Kings Cross railway station Great North Eastern Railways (GNER) is a British train operating company (TOC) owned by Sea Containers Ltd. ... Virgin Trains is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, which currently provides services from London Euston to the West Midlands, the North West and Scotland, on the West Coast Main Line. ...

First Class service is offered on overnight sleeper trains between London and Scotland (refer to Caledonian Sleeper). This article is about the country. ... The Deerstalker redirects here. ...

Eurostar international trains between Great Britain and continental Europe offer two distinct first class services, which they call Business Premier and Leisure Select respectively, in addition to Standard Class. The comfort and on-board services are basically the same; the difference is a greater flexibility and a shorter check-in time for the Business Premier service. This can be considered a typical example of target group marketing. This article is about high-speed trains between London and Brussels / Paris. ... Continental Europe, also referred to as mainland Europe or simply the Continent, is the continent of Europe, explicitly excluding European islands and, at times, peninsulas. ... A target audience is the primary group of people that something, usually an advertising campaign, is aimed at appealing to. ... For the magazine, see Marketing (magazine). ...

USA

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First Class travel on mid and long distance trains includes more than just sleeping and meal accommodations. First class passengers have access to exclusive Club Acela and Metropolitan Lounge waiting rooms in many cities and high traffic stations. As with first class aircraft travellers, first class rail travellers board first and can cut in line if they arrive late. Once on the train first class passengers with sleeping accommodations are escorted to their private rooms. Typically, a newspaper and bottled water is waiting for them. On Viewliner trains sleeping accommodations include Roomettes, Bedrooms, Bedroom Suites, and Accessible Bedrooms. Many rooms include a shower and toilet, for other rooms a toilet and/or shower is located nearby. Image File history File links Emblem-important. ... Shortcut: WP:WIN Wikipedia is an online encyclopedia and, as a means to that end, also an online community. ... Shortcut: WP:CSD Current list: Category:Candidates for speedy deletion There are a few, limited, cases where admins can delete Wikipedia pages on sight. Non-admins can ask for an admin to delete such a page, either by listing it on speedy deletions, or by adding either a {{delete}} or... The term lounge can refer to: a living room in a private house, a public waiting area, provided with seating, as in a hotel or airport an Airline lounge is a private waiting area offered by airlines to pecial customers or to those who pay an extra fee lounge music...

First class travel includes all meals, complimentary non-alcoholic drinks, daily newspapers and many hotel-like amenities. During the day rooms have large comfortable reclining seating. At night, seats are converted into berths (beds) by train staff. Other personal services and hotel-like amenities included for all sleeper car passengers are turn-down service, complimentary coffee & tea, electrical outlets in rooms, fresh linens, fresh towels, climate control and make-up bed. All sleeper cars are closed to all but ticketed first class passengers and staff.

Cruise Ships & Liners

Some benefits of First Class on modern cruise ships include larger cabins, priority check-in, priority embarkation and disembarkation, priority meal-sitting selection, and on premium lines, butler service. However, higher accommodation passengers are served the same food and receive the service as other passengers in the dining room and throughout the cruise ship, with Cunard Line being the only modern exception. Legend of the Seas moored at San Diego, California A cruise ship, or less commonly cruise liner, is a passenger ship used for pleasure voyages, where the voyage itself and the amenities of the ship are considered an essential part of the experience. ...

References

1. ^ first class. (n.d.). The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition. Retrieved October 19, 2007, from Dictionary.com website: [1]

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