Dubai Airport launches SnoozeCube

Want to sleep in an airport before connecting to another long haul flight.  Dubai has introduced state-of-the-art modular sleeping pods designed to offer travellers comfort, privacy, entertainment and connectivity.

Called SnoozeCube, each of the accommodation units contains a full-sized bed, a touch-screen television offering a selection of entertainment and music, as well as high-speed internet access.  Most importantly, the units are connected to the airport’s flight information system to ensure that passengers do not miss their flights.

As many as 10 of the sound-proofed units have been installed adjacent to Gate 122 at Dubai International’s Terminal 1.

Commenting on the launch of SnoozeCube, Dubai Airport’s Vice President Commercial, Eugene Barry, said: “We are always looking at ways to enhance the level of comfort and indeed the overall customer experience at Dubai International.  The SnoozeCube is certain to have a positive effect on both.”

During the pilot phase, the SnoozeCube was said to be “an instant hit” particularly among transfer/transit passengers with shorter layover times.  It can be used on an hourly basis with rates starting from AE$65 (approximately US$17.80) per hour for the first four hours. www.dubaiairports.ae

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