A happy little surprise on the way over: a change in aircraft meant I got to fly one of Continental’s new planes outfitted with fully flat beds in BusinessFirst. Finally! Welcome to the 21st Century, Continental. Though it doesn’t come close to what you’d find in a comparable cabin on Virgin or BA, there are a number of clever touches that tell you some thought went into the design process, like proper duvets, privacy screens, and a set of power outlets that include a USB jack for charging computer gear. And let me tell you, laying fully flat makes a world of difference if you’ve got to be on your game the next day.
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