Rimowa Amenity Kits: A Collector’s Dream

Let’s talk about something most frequent flyers encounter but rarely keep—those nifty amenity kits in first and business class on long-haul flights. I’m not usually the type to stockpile these little treasures. If I don’t crack them open mid-air for a toothbrush, off to charitable shelters they go to serve a good purpose.

This morning, during a quick closet purge, I stumbled upon my all-time favorite amenity kits. These little gems aren’t on any flight radars anymore, but let’s take a stroll down memory lane because, well, why not?

Back in the Day: Rimowa Amenity Kits Took Flight

Rimowa—ah, the brand synonymous with top-notch luggage. Though I’m not a subscriber to the Rimowa fan club, given my distaste for spinner bags, I adored these kits when they soared aboard premium cabins.

Picture this: it’s the early 2010s, and you’re catching first class service on All Nippon Airways, Lufthansa, or Thai Airways, or maybe luxuriating in business class courtesy of EVA Air. These airlines were doling out Rimowa amenity kits like hot cakes. What’s puzzling and fascinating is how four airlines, all part of Star Alliance, jumped onto the same branded bandwagon. A happy accident or a well-crafted alliance stunt? You decide.

These Rimowa kits are the only amenity kits I’ve deemed worthy of keeping over the years. I’ve amassed a collection that could rival a boutique gift shop, baskets included.

And these kits weren’t the boring one-style-fits-all kind…

…Oh no, they came in an assortment of colors. Each airline splashed its logo on them, allowing you to curate your very own boutique variety. It wasn’t just collecting, but practically an art form.

Ah, the golden days of easy mile redemptions. Somewhere between those transcontinental travels via Aeroplan’s first-class awards costing a mere 120,000 miles roundtrip, I scooped up more Rimowa kits than I’d care to admit. Those were the days of epic journeys, punctuated by delightful stopovers. Pure bliss!

A Love Affair with Airline Collectibles

Sadly, the era of Rimowa amenity kits in airports is history. Still, I get a kick out of those airlines that dangle collectibles in front of the frequent flyers like me. You know, it’s about the memories. And heck, if you can stack them up artfully like a Val Seny ski resort souvenir, even better.

Personally, I think these Rimowa kits rank third in the pantheon of collectible airline goodies. Just behind the rubber ducks from Lufthansa and KLM’s charming Delft Blue houses. But, let’s be honest, all these quirky collections were a joy.

In the Final Analysis

So, let’s throw it back to a decade ago when some Star Alliance airlines upgraded their first cabins with Rimowa amenity kits. Cool factor? Off the charts. Plus, the sheer uniformity among multiple airlines made these kits a collector’s delight.

Any seasoned travelers out there who fondly recall the glory of the Rimowa amenity kits?