The only problem with flying business class is you will never want to fly economy class again!

Very good video Peter. I'll have to go Business Class one day. Looks so relaxing, and no screaming babies nearby. 👍

also a good tip for you all . i fly usually from European airports its make business class cheaper a cheap flight from UK to a hub in europe then business class from there can be a little bit of a mess around but cheaper and you dont mind when your saving £1000 and sometimes more just a little hint for ya

And remember everyone that while the flight may seem expensive, you are only making the decision on the difference between Business Class and Economy Class (the price for which you'd be paying anyway). Depending on how full the flight is, you might get an upgrade if you have a frequent flier card, arrive early, dress well ( eg slacks, shirt, jacket ) and ask politely. It's worked for me where I was on the plane and seated in economy just before take off. The air hostess said she needed a word and brought me back to the galley. She asked for my boarding card stub, and exchanged it for one in business class. I thanked her, and I said I got the message to be discreet about changing seats, so just got my carryon bag, and quietly moved up front without saying anything to the person I had been sat beside. Result !

Nice little story. About 20 yrs ago I was flying back to the UK from Bangkok economy class and thought I had time to claim my VAT back in the airport etc, while I was doing this I kept hearing over the tannoy 'can Mr Hugez please go to gate ble ble ble' they kept repeating this for quite a long time and I remember thinking this Spanish passenger is going to miss his flight. They said final call for passenger Hugez and I remember chuckling to myself thinking this spanish guy is going to miss his flight. Anyway I start strolling towards the tv screens to check my gate etc and start casually making my way when I'm met by some out of breath thai airways employee wanting to see my ticket. She said come on Mr Hugez run!!! We have upgraded you to business class at the front of the plane. I said I'm not Mr Hugez I'm Mr Hughes!! What an idiot, I had no idea the guy I was chuckling at for quite some time was me!! Anyway I got my flight and really enjoyed my only time in business class!! That too was Thai airways Bangkok to London direct

Well done Peter. Good to treat yourself after what you've been through. Take care and enjoy your new home!

Fantastic Peter, a well deserved treat. Now relax into your new life. Onward and upward. Take care Paul.

Business Class for a long haul flight like that is definitely worth it when you account for the priority check-in/security/lounge/boarding/food/service level etc.. it definitely takes the stress out of long-haul flying.. not to mention the higher luggage allowance!!

Great video, really interesting. We're all really Happy for you Peter!

Business class for long haul flights is definitely worth it. You can sleep on the plane, and you hit the ground with less jet lag.

Looks great! Well deserved 👏

Nice one Peter and good on you for treating yourself business class, certainly seems you deserved it.

Glad u did that for yourself, you deserved it after all the work you put in to wrap up things!

Used to Fly business class For 20 years Over 100 flights ✈️ on thai airlines Never a problem Highly recommended

Business class is the way to fly in comfort differently worth the extra money. Very nice

I recommend a lounge membership to anyone who travels even occasionally. Avoiding the usual discomfort and hassles of the airport experience is well worth it. Same goes for business class. People are always saying "air travel used to be a luxurious experience" but they don't realize very few people could afford to fly then. It still can be a luxurious experience but it comes at a price.

Looked great , good to treat yourself now and again

The high life suit ya Pete! All the best mate, good on ya! Hope you're feeling settled after the move.

That was awesome Peter, looked really comfortable. Looking forward to your next live stream.

Always a good level of service on Thai...! .... For an extra 2000 quid you could have sat in the 'Royal' seats and sampled the caviar!

You only live once...nice gift to yourself Peter.

That looks fantastic Peter!!! Just spoil yourself and enjoy!!! You deserve it 😊😊😊 Hope to see you in Bangkok or Pattaya sometime. Cheers from a very hot and sunny Patong

One thing you didn't mention is that when arriving in business class you can use the fast-track immigration line at the BKK airport, which is often much quicker than the regular line. They used to give you a special pass on the plane, but now you can use the line if you just show your boarding pass to prove you were in business class.

When I went last year I flew business class from Manchester with klm. First time I’ve ever done it and it was well worth it. I think one of the major selling points is the first in first out. I sailed through immigration at the other end and straight for a taxi

Excellent video. Have made multiple trip SF-BKK on China Air Business. Anyone over 50 needs to try this at least once. Travel in Comfort. Many will refuse….

Awesome Peter. Very happy for you!

Great vid Pete, agreed 1000% worth it over economy, the lounge, first entry, and first exit, 5 courses, treated like a king, whats not to like!! 😄

For economy class at least, Thai Airways is one of the better ones.

Hi Peter it's so nice that you made it safely and this looks like a great deal I'm glad you had fun thanks for your video and great job I can't wait until your live show

@ThailandBound well done peter. Lotsa men get fleeced after divorce by the system, lawyers, judges etc... It is nice to see that u made it through and can start a new life in Thailand. Well done 👍.

Enjoy it and have an enjoyable and relaxing flight. Best thing about not travelling economy is is the extra baggage allowance bigger reclining seats and not having to sit and queue up with the riffraff lol. You pays what you get and if you can afford why the hell not. Do as you please and enjoy, I know I do when I get the chance 👍🍻

The food looked excellent, the leg room was great, the important thing is you enjoyed the flight and looks like all the stress is gone from your face.

Glad you enjoyed the flight. Looks worth the extra, might try it next time. All the best for your new start, stay safe and don't end up telling your own crash and burn story on a Saturday morning 😀

Good to see you arrived safely Peter! Really enjoyed the review.

I flew in business class this last fall from United Sates to Amsterdam. I feel it is well worth the extra dollars to stretch out on the long flights. Hard to sit up for all these hours as you get older.

It surprises me how many posters are envious of those travelling business or first class. Or they leave a brusque comment that Emirates or one of the other Middle Eastern carriers is better, forgetting to mention you have to change planes and that it's a much longer travelling time via Dubai or Abu Dhabi. Having flown Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways countless times, I'll take a direct flight to BKK over those airlines any day of the week. For me it's either EVA Air or Thai Airways.

I fly business class and first class with many airlines and I like your report because it's your honest experience and not comparing with other airlines. Good job

Nice one Peter, pleased everything went to plan. All the best for the future!

Thai airways is very good, I'm coming from New York city and I usually go with Cathay pacific to hk then bkk, best of luck with your new life, I just came home from 6 weeks in Los, its still an amazing place

I just booked my flight a few weeks ago with emirates from Heathrow for 6 weeks over xmas I paid £1350 pound I that’s just for economy flex plus It’s the most Iv ever paid but not bother not been to Thailand since before covid so looking forward to it 🍻🍻🥳🥳🤣😂

Nice to see you treat yourself. Looking forward to more legendary videos

£2.2K Business class one-way. I hope you got your monies worth. For me £600 in a corner window seat economy class + 50p 25mg of diazepam would be just as good

the biggest reason i have never been to Thailand is the grueling flight where i cant stretch out.Ive never seen business class before.That looks like fun.i need dental work.ill bet what i can save having it done in thailand would pay for the trip

Nice upgrade Peter I usually fly business class for work and on personal travel I use my frequent flyer status to upgrade. I seen KZfaqrs explain how to fly business class using rewards from their credit cards but I never really understood it. Anyways it's definitely a nice way to fly on a long ten hours flight.

Looks like flight TG911, early morning arrival in to Suvarnabhumi...... That's a pretty good price for business class these days. I have recently spent a month in Thailand, went with Qatar, only economy but we still had metal cutlery. I had 3 weeks in Pattaya then a week in Bangkok... met with Bangkok Pat a couple of times, and had a good roam around with him but now back in the cold, wet UK!.... Enjoy your new, warmer, life Peter.......

The very best of luck Peter. Happy that you spoiled yourself on your bold journey to the orient. These little luxuries on big trips can make a big difference. Have a great new life!

That's a improvement on the recent economy flight back from BKK, sat next to the woman with attitude and the unruly child. You made the right decision to change seats. Best of luck with your new chapter to the future.

Thai Airways no longer flies from my home country but I have flown Business on carriers like Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, and Cathay Pacific. On overnight flights I think Business Class is worth every penny. On daytime flights I find that Premium Economy can also be a good value.

Got to spoil yourself once in a while Peter! The pâtés and cheeses looked yummy 😋... and the caramelised dessert... 👌 Nice the seat went fully flat too, I've seen some biz class seats don't go completely flat... hope you could fully stretch out! Thanks for the content mate 👍🏻

Another good video Peter. Looking forward to many more 👍👍

I heard Peter took a taxi (Apple) directly from the airport to the nearest soapy sandwich parlor... just like me...

Glad you enjoyed your flight in business class instead of cattle erm.....I mean economy. I fly Qatar In economy (not to bad because the flights in two halves)

Great video thanks for uploading. I've just flown back from BKK to Helsinki. A350 Business Finnair. It was absolutely fine. I think you get more amenities and more food courses on the Thai airways trip. But all in all it looks similar and yes, I've always found the staff to be superb. When booking my business trips one thing I always look out for is the seat configuration. I book 1-2-1 thats the best if you're flying solo and looking to book a single seat. I flew back to the UK.from Doha on a A330 Qatar business flight last year and the seats were 2-2-2 I had a window seat and ended up stepping over the other passenger who was fast asleep on his flat bed to go to the toilet. Not ideal. Just one thing to look for, especially if you travel business many times. However, I must say, the Qatar Q Suite on the A777 is a really fab choice. I'm looking to return to BKK. in June this year, so I'll start the process of searching air travel prices again soon. Although like you say, air fares have increased dramatically, especially when flying up the front. Best wishes from me here, in Doncaster and Lam Luk Ka, Pathun Thani.

Hi Pete. Nice, detailed upload and have a good representation of the Thai Airlines experience. I’m using Thai for my last minute trip to BKK from India, but as it’s just a 4 hour flight, I’m going economy. Look forward to seeing you next week. Cheers 🥂

Just took this flight and landed this morning in BKK (April 10, 2023). Overall it was a good flight with excellent service, good food and decent in-flght entertainment. However, as far as business class seats go, these are some of the hardest and most uncomfortable I've experienced in probably the last 10 years. My back is absolutely killing me and I've been on the ground for 14 hours since landing! The THAI biz calss seats do not compare to other top business class seats such as those from Qatar, Singapore Airlines, (even EVA), JAL and ANA. However, for a non-stop flight from LHR to BKK, it is pretty hard to beat.

All good peter as you say ,prices are up & a nice treat , I done 9yr ago today diff airline, enjoy

Interesting video, I’m surprised you didn’t film the business class lounge on my next trip to Thailand . I will be doing exactly what you’re doing business class one way and economy plus on the return leg may be business class, but I was pleased that you did this video as it shows all the food on board. Thank you

Used to fly emirates business on the A380 to Bangkok, however they doubled price to £4k so no way! Used Swiss air last year business rtn was £1790. In Feb I decided to take two trips a year so cut back & tried EVA premium economy out on a night flight which was great, I slept most of it………however I came back in economy NEVER AGAIN! 13 hours of hell! And the reason I never flew direct after my first trip in 2001. I’m back to Pattaya in October on EVA out prem econ again & back in business for £2330 it was £600 more than prem economy so I owe that myself after the horror of suffering flying with the crates of chickens at the back…..and I’ve never been served a shot of red wine in cardboard cup as I was then. And a big thank you to B&O noise cancelling headphones as I could see 3 babies screaming.

hi peter well done to you enjoy ,and happy retirement in thailand

Experienced club class when I used o fly down to Phucket from Bangkok on Thai Airlines used to be not much difference in price onl a short flight but seats which go to a bed that was the main attraction

Oh Peter! Wonderful! The way to go!! Can't wait for the experiences❤🎉🎉🎉 Good luck my friend! Good looked awesome!

Yep, yep. On short flights I don't really mind, but anything more than two or three hours and business/first class really makes a flight enjoyable. Deffo worth it if it is within your budget and it looked like you got quite a lot of bang for your buck.

Nice Post my son and enjoy your trip. Life's short and hope your place got sold and enjoy your money back in Thailand.

Not worth it. Spend the same money in Thailand and it will last for weeks, not 11.5 hours.

Well done son, folding your knife and fork properly after finishing your main course. 👍

The adventure begins! Love and support from Dublin Peter. Really looking forward to your Thailand videos

Great video hopefully one day I will be in that seat

I did many BC flights back and forward for my work with Singapore Airlines. To the point that I thought it would be difficult to return to Economy for intercontinental private travels. Not at all, I love Economy. Also better for potential social chats. Now, I did some private travels to Thailand in BC when I was in a bad medical condition (with temporary stent in my body), expensive but worth every penny in that condition. Otherwise, no in my opinion.

Great video Peter glad you enjoyed it. I thought you would 👍🏼😉regards damon

Treat yourself Peter , ive done B class 3 times from Manchester to BKK , twice with Etihad and once with Qatar

I think the fact that you've a got a lot more leg room and space in business class is a big draw card, as well as the added privacy. It makes the flight much more comfortable; worse being cramped in a narrow Economy seat for 9--12 hours, squashed like a sardine. 🐟

Hi Peter well plan well done life is too short we all need good memories to talk about it for years to come. You are in good trac so far so good, well come back to Thailand . Cheers

I checked Seat Guru and looks like you were flying a Boeing 777-300ER….good plane. What I remember about Thai Business Class is that they carry everything out…not use carts. I will fly back to Bangkok from Miami on SWISS Business Class but now they have 8 hour wait in Zurich. I used to be able to take THAI from Zurich to Bangkok but that change would cost a fortune even though they are both Star Alliance members. Not cheap to fly now…I paid $5700 round trip this time vs. $4,000 a year ago. Qatar would be my first choice but that would be about $6700. Ouch !

Looked good. I'd definitely use the reclining seat and sink one or two G&Ts. Everyone is entitled to the occasional splurge. I've only travelled cattle class. One of these days I may take the plunge and indulge myself.

I’m glad you enjoyed your flight & I hope it works out for you in Thailand.

You only live once! Thanks for sharing. I think it is about time they upgrade the seats like Finnair have done. But always nice with business, its almost "stress free".

How I wish I was you Peter! enjoy the new life and look forward to further videos 👍

Biz class makes it fun to travel especially long haul

You'd think the wi-fi would be free to business class customers.

I've flown many different airlines in business class. I think Thai business class is comparable but not quite as great as the best Asian airlines (Singapore, Japan Airlines, ANA, Asiana), but it is still pretty nice. It is much better than the business class product on airlines from my home country (such as American, United).

Well done Peter. Best of luck with your new life. Not an easy task selling up and moving to a new country. I'm really looking forward to future videos.

Good Video Peter 😊. I think I will go that way. Moving to the Philippines 🇵🇭 this year in June. Stay Safe 💕 💞 🙏 🙏

Next time, go first class all the way! Cargo class is for the cheap Charlies, weekend millionaires, backpackers and sheep. You deserve it after toiling all those years in a garage with a green bedsheet on your walls.

Thanks for this. Nice to know that Thai business class is still good. I flew economy with them back in February and their service was quite poor compared to how they used to be Pre Covid. I found a one way BC class with Thai, Bangkok - London for £1519 which I might take up now.

All them extra perks makes it well worth it.

I know your rule about day drinking. But… BUT… As you was going ‘HOME’ it was really 7pm plus when you started on the champagne! You just forgot to put to watch to Thailsnd time. So, NO rules broken.

Flying in style Peter , think I’d prefer that with 11.5 hour flight 🍻👍🏻

That is exactly right Peter. Business class costs more but you get so much more.

I cant bring myself to waste the money on first or business, id rather keep the money and slum it on the flight especially going somewhere as im excited.

Good on you for treating yourself Peter. Like you said its your final trip. 👍

I was looking at business class fly from Manchester the cheapest was £3500 return with Turkish and a layover which don't bother me. I looked from Dublin cheapest was £2300 return with Turkish and Qatar was a little over £2500. A cheap hop across Dublin for £100 return would be worth it to save £1000-£1500

Thai airways looks very nice. I normally fly southwest. They dont give out potatoes or chicken. If they did, the people would probably use them as weapons.

Peter , good luck to you I loved the video it all looked fabulous

Glad your house sale went through and you’re back where you want to be. Look forward to business as usual.

what a feeling fairplay mate enjoy

Welcome home ...

Was on that same flight before Covid - so glad they brought the A380 back online. I got to fly their 747 to shanghai then too

Great video Peter 👍

The deal between the airlines is that they are all in Star Alliance.

Class ! Enjoy being back to your new home!