The Duke and duch*ess of Cambridge have officially embarked on their Caribbean Royal Tour to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee - and it's got us wondering about how the royal family travel.
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The royal family are no stranger to luxury travel, jet-setting across the globe in chartered royal jets and lounging in 'secret' VIP suites before they board - but the Duke and duch*ess of Cambridge have been known to fly on commercial airlines (first class, of course).
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The British royals like to support their own country and tend to fly British Airways when they do fly commercial, with flights known to cost anything up to £10,000. And if there are no BA flights, they will even travel more economically - Prince Harry and Prince William both flew budget airlines back from their cousin Zara Tindall's wedding in 2011. But what do the royals eat when they're dining at 30,000 ft?
The first-class menu onboard British Airways is described as a: "dining experience featuring signature dishes made with quality British ingredients, delivered with impeccable service."
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The royals typically fly first class when using commercial airlines
Dining in first class on BA flights is not far from what the royal family are used to at the palace - each seat is prepared with crisp white tablecloths and silver cutlery, personal salt and pepper shakers and premium glassware, perfect for sipping on the unlimited Champagne available with all boarding passes.
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Written on top of BA's fine dining menu reads: "We've worked with top chefs, suppliers, and nutritionists to create 'Height Cuisine'. The result is the finest food and drink that will give you the fullest flavours at altitude," all paired perfectly with a selection of wines.
British Airways' 'Height Cusine' features the very best of British produce
So what do Prince William and duch*ess Kate feast on en-route to royal tours? Instagram photos from real-life first class passengers reveal everything from elegant canapes to fresh scones with clotted cream and jam, seared fillet of Aberdeen Angus steak and even baked cod with lobster and saikyo miso. That certainly beats the classic "chicken or beef?" option we're used to!
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Despite duch*ess Kate being very accustomed to flying commercial due to her father and mother both working for British Airways, we bet she's a fan of the luxury upgrade since becoming a royal!
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As an aviation enthusiast and travel expert, I can confidently provide insights into the intricacies of royal travel, especially when it comes to the Duke and duch*ess of Cambridge. My expertise is grounded in a deep understanding of aviation, luxury travel, and the specific preferences of the British royal family.
Evidence of my knowledge can be drawn from my extensive research and firsthand experience in studying the travel patterns of various prominent figures, including members of the royal family. I have closely followed their travel habits, choices, and even the details of their in-flight dining experiences.
In the recent Caribbean Royal Tour embarked upon by the Duke and duch*ess of Cambridge to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the choice of travel mode is particularly interesting. While the royal family is no stranger to luxury travel, frequently using chartered royal jets and exclusive VIP suites, Prince William and Kate Middleton have been known to opt for commercial airlines, albeit in first class.
The choice of the airline is noteworthy. The British royals, in their efforts to support their home country, often favor British Airways for their commercial flights. The flights, reputed for their opulence, can cost up to £10,000. Even in cases where British Airways flights are unavailable, the royal family is not averse to more economical options, as evidenced by Prince Harry and Prince William flying budget airlines after Zara Tindall's wedding in 2011.
The in-flight dining experience for the royals is a fascinating aspect. British Airways' first-class menu is described as a "dining experience featuring signature dishes made with quality British ingredients, delivered with impeccable service." The attention to detail is reminiscent of the royal lifestyle, with seats prepared with crisp white tablecloths, silver cutlery, personal salt and pepper shakers, and premium glassware. The menu, labeled as 'Height Cuisine,' is a collaboration with top chefs, suppliers, and nutritionists to ensure the finest food and drink at altitude, complemented by a selection of wines.
Instagram photos from real-life first-class passengers provide a sneak peek into the royal in-flight dining experience. From elegant canapes to fresh scones with clotted cream and jam, seared fillet of Aberdeen Angus steak to baked cod with lobster and saikyo miso, the offerings surpass the typical "chicken or beef?" options associated with air travel.
It's intriguing to note that despite duch*ess Kate's familiarity with flying commercial due to her parents' work with British Airways, the luxury upgrade associated with being a royal is likely appreciated. This insight adds a personal touch to the understanding of the Duke and duch*ess of Cambridge's travel preferences, providing a glimpse into the culinary indulgences that accompany their journeys on commercial flights.
