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Bloc Hotel's Gravity-Defying Guest Experience.

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

In a ground-breaking move that's set to revolutionise travel convenience, Bloc Gatwick is introducing the world's first in-room direct-to-departures slide, transforming the typical hotel stay into an exhilarating travel adventure that promises to turn heads and drop jaws across the hospitality industry.

The Birth of an Innovative Concept.

The "Runway Slide" is more than just a means of transportation – it's a complete reimagining of the airport hotel experience.

Developed after months of secret engineering and countless prototypes, this marvel of modern design solves the age-old traveller's dilemma: the tedious journey from hotel room to airport departure lounge.

Bloc Hotel Gatwick Runway Suite Slide

Interior of Bloc Gatwick's Runway Suite, with Runway Slide.

"We've always asked ourselves, 'How can we make the hotel airport experience even better?'", says Rob Morgan, CEO of Bloc Hotels.

"The Runway Slide isn't just transportation; it's an experience, a moment of pure, unadulterated joy before your journey begins."

The Guest Experience.

Imagine waking up on the morning of your flight, enjoying a quick tea or coffee, and then, instead of dragging your luggage through a crowded airport terminal, simply stepping onto a sleek, state-of-the-art slide.

"It's more than a transportation method," explains Pal Fooris of Play Daphil Haro, the mastermind architect behind the slide's revolutionary design. 

Pal Fooris Portrait

Portrait of Pal Fooris.

"It's a psychological reset. Travellers are often stressed, tired, and anxious before a flight. Our slide transforms that moment of tension into pure, childlike excitement. You don't just travel to the departure lounge – you whoosh there!"

Safety First.

Of course, safety has been the paramount concern in designing this revolutionary transportation method. The slide has undergone rigorous testing, including stress tests, impact analyses, and extensive simulations.

A team of aerospace engineers, hospitality experts, and extreme sports professionals collaborated to ensure every possible scenario was accounted for.

Bloc Hotel Gatwick Runway Suite Slide Exterior

Exterior of Bloc Gatwick's Runway Slide at London Gatwick.

Unique shock-absorbing technologies and multi-layered safety mechanisms mean guests of all ages and physical conditions can enjoy the slide with complete peace of mind.

Each descent is monitored in real-time by a dedicated safety team, ensuring a smooth and secure journey.

The Future of Travel.

While the Runway Slide might seem like a radical concept, it's just the beginning for Morgan.

"Today, it's a slide from a hotel room to the airport. Tomorrow? Who knows. We might be sliding between cities, countries, or even continents!"

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