Those on a vacation from New York to London will now benefit from the British Airway (BA) Club World service on all flights.

Robert Boyle, BA’s commercial director, said the route was a crucial one for business passengers from the states.

He commented: “Heathrow-JFK is a crucial business route and we are delighted to provide a virtual guarantee of our new product on this high-frequency route.

“Research has shown us that our business customers want a home away from home with all of the comfort, privacy and flexibility that one would expect from a plush five-star hotel.”

With the upgrade of the BA service, passengers can now enjoy a six-foot long and 25 per cent wider bed.

There will also be a new improved in-flight entertainment system whereby passengers can pause, rewind or fast forward TV programs on ten-inch monitors.

Those flying from New York JFK Airport will have the choice of 96 Club World service flights each day.

Planning an overseas trip from the US? Make sure you have adequate travel insurance.