Opening of the TWA Hotel, at the JFK airport of New York

In the USA, everything is recycled! 18 years after its closing, the ex-terminal of the Trans World Airlines company, which most of us have taken or seen in many films, is back no track. This time, the building conceived by American-Finnish architect Eero Saarinen, in 1962, has retrieved its glam and been transformed into a hotel with a view on the landing strips of JFK aiport in New York.

Staying at the TWA Hotel, in JFK

Its cement shell is surrounded by 2 glass buildings where the 512 rooms are located. Facing the tarmac, but soundproof, they are decorated with a deliciously retro style—the pimento red logo is apposed on each object. The venue even shelters a museum in homage to the crews' unifoms as well as a centre of conferences in order not to have to leave the terminal.

You will easily recognize the front desk with its cult logo that went around the world so many times. © DR

From your bed, you will have a direct view on the plane activity of the airport. © DR

Total fun and food concept in New York

Regarding entertainment, a customized Lockheed Constellation airplane is used for the cocktails bar, and the rooftop pool overs a plunging view on the take-offs and landings of the planes. Small plus, it's star chef, Jean-Georges Vongerrichten, who was chosen to put together the menus of the 8 restaurants. No doubt your business will soon be taking you to New York…

The Café de Paris is the gourmet table of the hotel that is proud of its French chef. © DR

A quick dip in the outdoor pool before taking off? Think of also ordering a cocktail to enjoy the experience all the way. © DR