Luxury Group by Marriott International announced its partnership with Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (Blade) to improve the traveling experience of its Manhattan guests. Through this partnership, the Luxury Group will offer guests the opportunity to fly directly to and from New York City airports to their hotel destinations using Blade’s helicopter service.
Until September 2, eligible guests staying two nights or more in select suites at St. Regis New York, JW Marriott Essex House New York, W New York Union Square, New York EDITION, Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, and Luxury Collection Hotel Manhattan Midtown can receive complimentary roundtrip helicopter transfers from the John F. Kennedy and Newark Liberty international airports. These “Sky to Suite” guests will take in cityscapes through panoramic windows during their five-minute ride from the airport to central Manhattan. Upon landing at the helipad at Blade Lounge East on East 34th Street or the newly renovated Blade Lounge West on West 30th Street, a luxury car service will chauffeur guests directly to their suites.
Additionally, all guests staying at participating hotels will have access to exclusive rates for Blade Airport and Blade Ground Connect car transfers, inclusive of all room categories. With preferred pricing for all airport transfers, visitors in New York City can skip the traffic to maximize their travels throughout the summer.
Luxury Group also offers patrons pop-up amenities at Blade Lounges West and East in addition to the helicopter service. Both lounges will include experiential offerings such as signature scents from EDITION, playlists from W Hotels and a JW Garden growing fresh garnishes for pre-flight refreshments at Blade Lounge West. Guests can also explore their next travel destination via in-lounge travel guides.
“This service sets the Luxury Group apart by ensuring every aspect of their guests’ travel experience is smooth, swift, and enjoyable,” says Roisin Branch, the chief marketing officer of Blade.