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JetBlue Offers The World’s Cleanest Travel Pillow And Blanket

The days of added comfort without extra charges on airplanes is coming to an end in the era of high jet fuel and other rising costs.

JetBlue, a discount carrier that operates in 53 markets, just announced plans to sell travel pillows and blankets on flights that are at least 2 hours long. The airline will offer The World’s Cleanest(tm) travel pillow and blanket kit for $7.00 per kit. The kit includes a $5.00 coupon towards a future purchase at Bed, Bath and Beyond. Unlike the recycled blankets and pillows they used to offer, the World’s Cleanest Travel pillow and blanket will block all micro-toxins larger than one micron in size, such as dust mites, mold spores, pollen and pet dander.

Brett Muney, General Manager of Product Development for JetBlue Airways said, “Replacing our old, recycled pillows and blankets with this state-of-the-art, high-quality take home kit is an eco-conscious, health-conscious and customer-conscious decision. We are constantly seeking ways to enhance the in-flight experience for our customers, and providing them the option to purchase The World’s Cleanest travel pillow and a fleece blanket at an affordable price delivers on that promise.”

JetBlue recently began charging $15.00 for the first article of checked baggage and began offering seats with more legroom at a higher fare.