There’s a reason business class bookings are on the rise in Australia, more people are opting for luxury when it comes to airline tickets, and can you blame them?
Extra leg room, gourmet food and lounge access all sound very tempting, but is the splurge worth it?
Here’s our extensive review of the flight from Sydney to Doha with Qatar Airways.
Cabin and Seating
The 1-2-1 configuration ensures that you have direct aisle access, which is a small but significant luxury on a long flight. The seat itself is incredibly comfortable, transforming into a fully flat luxurious bed. As you settle in, the plush cushions and generous space invite you to relax and unwind. The personal touch of the flight attendants – warm and welcoming – sets the tone for the journey.
Seat details
Configuration: 1-2-1
Seat width: 22.2 inches
Bed length: 80 inches fully flat
Bed width: 30 inches
Capacity: 48 Customer (in upper deck)
Monitor: 17-inch, touch screen
In Flight Dining
The meal service is exceptional, with a gourmet menu that change frequently based on the route and destination. There’s a selection of different flavours to suit every traveller and fine wines and beverages to compliment. Meals are served on an elegant white table wear with a selection of sides and appetisers.
One of the highlights on this flight is the inflight Lounge – A sanctuary in the Sky as it’s commonly known. A personal favourite spot to relax, read your favourite book while enjoying the scent of freshly laid flowers with a signature drink in hand. Snacks and light, fresh meals are also available to order from this bar at any time during your flight. A perfect way to enjoy a long flight.
A personal favourite and a wonderful touch is the Läderach chocolates upon arrival. A sweet selection of chocolate truffles to welcome you to Doha.
Entertainment and Amenities
- ORYX ONE. The entertainment system offers one of the largest range of the latest movies, TV shows, music and games. An easy way to spend 14 hours catching up on the latest Hollywood blockbusters.
- Extra plush, high-quality blankets and pillows.
- The White Company matching pyjama set.
- Diptyque luxury amenity kit Including lip balm, face and body cream and signature travel size scent.
Al Mourjan Business Lounge – The Garden
The standout feature of the lounge is it’s size and sleek décor, offering a high level of luxury and privacy for up to an impressive 707 passengers 24 hours a day.
- Facilities: 24 quiet rooms, seven spa treatment rooms, fitness studio and showers.
- Dining: Hot and cold buffets as well as a sushi bar, coffee and patisserie bar, cocktail and bistro.
- Accessibility: Passengers flying business class on Qatar Airways and Oneworld airlines are welcome to join the lounge.
If you are departing on a Qatar Airways flight in Economy, you may purchase lounge access at the entrance for QAR 450.
It’s no doubt flying business class is glamorous, but the extra added comforts are the real luxury. From the fully flatbed to the gourmet dining on board the flight. You can’t beat the impeccable service of the award-winning Qatar Airways business class experience from start to finish.
