An ex-Etihad Airbus A320 has been creatively transformed into a luxurious staycation destination in Tenby, West Wales.
This unique accommodation features fuselage bedrooms and a kitchen styled like a cockpit, offering guests a distinctive experience that has gone viral on TikTok, with a video tour amassing 800,000 views.
The aircraft, sourced from Cardiff Airport, may appear typical from the outside, but its interior has undergone an impressive overhaul.
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Retaining nods to its aviation heritage, the open-plan living space is set within the original fuselage, and the kitchen is located where the cockpit once was. Authentic features such as operational cabin doors,
Etihad and Air France branded storage, and aisle dolly trolleys remain intact, adding to the aircraft’s charm. The former toilet has been upgraded to include a shower, while the living area is bathed in natural light from 26 windows equipped with pull-down blinds and overhead compartment lights.
Outside, the aircraft’s front leads to a deck through double-glazed windows and a glass door, opening up to a west-facing outdoor area. Additionally, there is an ‘Arabian Nights’ themed seating area with a desert mural, as reported by Luxury Travel Daily.
Available for overnight stays from £199 per night, this unique property sleeps four guests across three beds. The owners, Apple Camping, describe it as “a remarkable Airbus experience, where the legacy of an ex-Etihad A320 merges with the innovation of modern living to offer an unparalleled Airbnb getaway.
This aviation marvel has been thoughtfully converted into a self-contained sanctuary that retains its majestic air travel charm while introducing comforts and luxuries for a stay that’s anything but ordinary.”
This innovative repurposing of an aircraft offers an extraordinary blend of aviation history and modern comfort, making it a must-visit for travel enthusiasts and those seeking a unique holiday experience.
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