A Relaxed Journey: My Unexpected Adventure from Sydney to Bangkok in Malaysian Airlines Business Class

Travel can often be overwhelming and feel like a chaotic circus filled with long lines and seating that feels like it was designed for a contortionist. So, I decided to take one for the team and travel to Bangkok business class with Malaysian Airlines but only so I could give you guys the inside scoop.

I planned this trip because had we had a terrible situation happen to us on Cham Island in Vietnam that i would prefer to forget. It cut our trip short and really soured my view of traveling in Asia. After a few weeks of thinking it over, I decided not to let that awful incident ruin my travel adventures, so I booked this trip to get back into the swing of things.

Let's ditch the mood killer and take a first-class nosedive into the high-flying experience of Malaysian Airlines business class!

Check in experience and the Qantas Lounge.

For me I would be checking in at Sydney's domestic terminal with Qantas as I would be flying from Sydney to Adelaide then onto Malaysia and finally Bangkok, Why you ask? well travel is about the journey not the destination. My flight is at 6:30 am so its an early start as i was to be picked up at 5am on the shuttle bus to the domestic terminal 3.

Check in is swift as I get through the priority lane and head through security and into the Qantas Lounge. I drop my bags and head straight for the barista to grab a coffee. On the way back to my seat, I drop by the buffet and grab a small plate of bacon and eggs as I knew I was going to be fed on the plane.

Sydney - Adelaide

I hop on the plane and make my way to my seat, which is pretty sweet since it's a domestic business class spot. I'm handed a snazzy pair of noise-cancelling headphones and a buffet of entertainment options. So, I slap on the headphones and dive into a movie to make time fly. Not long after we leave the ground, breakfast is served—a choice between a breakfast pie and bircher muesli. I go for the pie, and boy, was that a letdown. If it had been hot, it might have been decent, but nope, it was cold and, well, let's just say it was a culinary disaster. I down the meal watch the movie and before i know we are wheels down in Adelaide.

Adelaide - Kuala Lumpur

When I landed in Adelaide, I had about an hour to spare, so naturally, I made a beeline for the airport lounge. I mean, what's an airport visit without the obligatory airport beer, right? So, I zeroed in on the bar like a heat-seeking missile and ordered an Asahi. Gulped that beauty down like it was a race, then promptly ordered another round before sprinting to the gate, because, of course, my flight decided to start boarding early.

upon Boarding the staff were very friendly showing me to my seat and bringing me a welcome drink followed by a hot towel. I was given a menu and after having a browse decided on the Salmon.

In true Malaysian style the first appetiser was the famous Malaysian satay with a choice of chicken or beef, i opted for a mix selection. I down that and get my next course which was a seared tuna.

The seared tuna with a small side salad was fresh and really hit the spot. I have had this dish before, but on Singapore Airlines, and let's just say that was not a great experience. So, to get this again, I was a bit hesitant, but I was not disappointed a second time.

Next, the pièce de résistance: the salmon with some Asian greens. Beautifully cooked and with some nice fresh vegetables, it really finished the meal off perfectly.

After stuffing myself , I settle in, choose a movie from the blockbuster buffet, and recline until I'm practically horizontal for the 7-hour flight. I scored what they call the Throne seat in 4K—think of it as the VIP suite of airplane seats with extra legroom and storage. Sure, the footwell feels tight when you lie flat, but I'd rather have slightly squished toes than be stuck sitting upright with zero privacy like in economy class. It's a small price to pay to feel like royalty in the sky.

All in all, the long leg in Malaysian business class was outstanding that I'd hop back on in a jiffy, even with their occasional game of hide and seek with planes and a few bumpy landings!

Kuala Lumpur - Bangkok

I touched down in KL and hustled to the gate for Bangkok like im in an episode of the amazing race —thanks to my fashionably late arrival. I reach the gate just as they're boarding, so I strut through priority and end up being the first one on the plane. The fabulous Malaysian crew welcomes me with smiles and guides me to my seat. they give me a welcome drink and i settle in.

This plane was a 2-2 configuration, a bit like a domestic business class in Australia. The seat was nice, big, and comfortable for the short 2-hour flight to Bangkok. Just after takeoff, they offered me a meal, but I was still stuffed like a turkey

from the flight before, so I politely declined and reclined my seat for a little nap before hitting the streets of Bangkok.

Overall a nice comfortable flight and again with amazing staff.

And that's a wrap on this business class adventure! If you haven't already, take a detour to my solo adventure in Bangkok on my other blog. This one's making a fashionably late entrance because I thought it had already RSVP'd. But hey, better late than never, right?