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Starlux Airlines announces new Seattle-Taipei route starting August

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Seattle, WA and Taipei, Taiwan – March 28, 2024 – Taiwan-based luxury carrier STARLUX Airlines announced today that it will expand its U.S. presence with the launch of nonstop flights from Seattle to Taipei starting August 16. Reservations are now open for booking. This new route marks the airline’s third U.S. gateway after Los Angeles and San Francisco, offering U.S. travelers direct flights to Taipei and seamless connectivity to 21 Asian destinations.

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is also the hub of STARLUX’s partner Alaska Airlines, enabling travelers bound for Asia to easily transfer upon arrival at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The new Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) route will depart thrice weekly.

“STARLUX’s broadened trans-Pacific routes reaffirm our dedication to expanding our U.S. network and to elevating the travel experience for our fast-growing customer base,” said Glenn Chai, STARLUX CEO. “As a key economic and technological hub, Seattle is also steeped in diverse cultural influences and home to a thriving Asian community. Moreover, we have finally arrived at the hub of our partner Alaska Airlines. We believe STARLUX and Alaska Airlines will provide seamless service to travelers seeking to reach Asia.”

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Chai added, “STARLUX looks forward to strengthening our connections between these major West Coast cities with Taipei and larger Asia, and to building bridges between these dynamic and vibrant regions.”

The Seattle–Taipei flights will operate on STARLUX’s next-generation Airbus A350 aircraft featuring four cabins: First (4 seats), business class (26 seats), premium economy (36 seats), and economy (240 seats). Passengers can expect a premium onboard experience in every cabin class from earth-toned interiors to award-winning crew attire, curated in-cabin aromatherapy, and Michelin-rated meals.

Guests on the new route will enjoy luxury service including private spaces with sliding doors in first class and business class seats with full-flat capabilities for relaxation. Premium economy offers extra-legroom RECARO seats with leg rests while economy features comfortable seating with leather headrests.

All guests have access to seatback entertainment featuring 4K personal large screens. The new flights provide exquisite dining options including Taiwanese signature dishes available for pre-order online.

Airline ticket reservations for departures from August 16, 2024 onward can now be booked through travel agents or on www.starlux-airlines.com.

About STARLUX Airlines

Founded on the philosophy that luxury should be available to everyone, not just the elite, Taiwan-based STARLUX is a boutique international airline serving a total of 23 routes from Taiwan to the US, Japan, Macau, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, and Singapore. For more information visit https://www.starlux-airlines.com/en-US or follow their US social channels on Facebook and Instagram.

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