Thai Airways B747 first class caviar, Sydney to Bangkok
I have never flown in first class before so you can imagine how excited I was being on this Thai Airways flight to Bangkok. I was kind of curious to find out how it is like flying in the "best class" the airline industry has to offer. With excellent service, a full flat bed and amazing food, it turned out to be one of the best flights I have ever experienced.
Flight: TG476
Departure time in Sydney (SYD): 10:00
Arrival time in Bangkok (BKK): 15:25
Aircraft: Boeing 747-400
Seat: 3E
Duration: 9h 25m
Date of flight: February 28, 2013
*This is an award ticket,
First Class flight #1
Sydney International Airport
We arrived at the Sydney International Airport about seven in the morning, just perfect for our 10am flight.
Check-in & Express Path
There was a separate check in counter for first class passengers as I expected.
My first ever first class boarding pass 😍
Express path card
At the same time, we had access to the express path. Cool 👍
Air New Zealand Lounge
Flying in first class, we got to use the
Air New Zealand Lounge, a nice lounge with very good food and excellent amenities.
Aircraft, Boeing 747-400
Boarding, Gate 59
Priority boarding was given to premium passengers, which made sure I was one of the first passengers to board the plane. Yes 👍
First Class Cabin
The first class cabin has a total of 10 seats with a 1-2-1 configuration. Surprisingly (or maybe not), the flight was full.
Seat 3E
My seat 3E was an aisle.
Legroom is never a problem when travelling in first class.
Seat control and IFE controller
There is a small storage for the headphone and the amenity kit.
Unfortunately, the personal television is not the best you can find in first class 👎
Headphones with noise reduction.
Reading lamp
The USB port is placed beside the magazine rack.
First Class Amenity Kit
The first class amenity kit consisted of a brush and comb, slumber shade, earplug, cologne and moisturizer from Eau D'orange Verte (Hermes), a toothbrush and toothpaste, mouth spray, lip balm from Neutrogena and a facial spray from Travel Spa.
I also got my pyjamas and slippers.
Mattress and slippers
Pre-departure Beverage
A glass of champagne is always a sign of a good start. The champagne served on board was a Dom Pérignon Vintage 2003.
Safety Video
We were not supposed to use our personal television so we had to watch the safety video from the big screen in front of us.
Dining
The menu card and wine list are placed on a nice folder.
A warm towel just before the meal service.
Some cocktail drinks and snacks.
A little later, the cabin attendant started preparing my table.
FIRST SERVING
Canapés: White Sturgeon Caviar with Garnitures
The caviar was superb....and I know just how much it cost 😉
First Course
Duck Liver Terrine, Grilled sea Scallop, Grilled Marinated Vegetables
Mixed Green Salad with Thousand Island Dressing
Main Course
Lobster Thermidor with Duchess Potato: Dish of Lobster Meat cooked in Bercy Sauce mixed with Mustard and Mornay Sauce Sprinkled with Cheese arranged in Lobster Shell and Glazed. Served with Duchess Potato
I actually pre-ordered the lobster on line. Otherwise the choices from the menu card were:
Pan-fried Barramundi Fish Fillet with Lobster Sauce, Vegetables Ratatouille, Steamed Potatoes and Asparagus
Chicken Piccata, Pasta with Pomodoro Sauce, Sauteed Mushroom and Broccoli
Stir-fried Prawns with Oriental Pepper Sauce, Stir-fried Hokkien Noodles, Stir-fried Mixed Vegetables
Beef Fillet with Eggplant in Green Curry "Kiew-wan", Steamed Thai Hom Mali Rice, Mixed Vegetables
Assorted Cheese, Fresh fruits
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Minibar
A minibar is located just in front of the first two seats in the middle section of the cabin.
After enjoying my chocolate mousse cake, I decided to have a cup of green tea before finally having a good night's sleep.
Lavatory
First class lavatory
Skin care products from Bulgari were available in the lavatory 👍
Dental kits
Time to Sleep
My seat turns into a fully flat bed, just perfect for a flight that's about nine and a half hours long.
Breakfast
SECOND SERVING
Soup: Sichuan Soup (left). Hot Light Meal
Chicken Brochette and Lamb Samosa
Dessert: Chocolate Tart Brulee and Pistachio Sauce, Tea, Chocolate
I was just so impressed with the food. Everything tasted excellent 👍
Arrival in Bangkok Airport
As first class passengers, we were met by a young gentleman who escorted us from the immigration control up to the waiting area where the hotel representative (where we were staying) was waiting for us. Isn't this luxury 😍
After checking in at the hotel near the airport, we hurriedly took the train to downtown. It was a lovely afternoon when we arrived in the city center ready to enjoy our stay in Bangkok.
CONCLUSION
I was really impressed with the service Thai has given to their first class passengers. The crew were very attentive and were always checking if you need something. I was always addressed with my surname. The food was excellent. As a souvenir, I got the menu cards minus the folders, and two pairs of slippers. The only minus I guess is that the personal television is kept in the storage instead of having it attached to the seat in front of you. The size is also below first class standard. Overall, this is definitely an experience I wouldn't forget 😍
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