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Business class on Turkish Airlines isn’t what it used to be. On this trip from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi, the product has gotten significantly worse over the years. Learn more about what has changed, but also what’s still good about Turkish Airlines business class.
📝 This video is NOT sponsored. I paid for this trip myself. The airline did not know ahead of time that I was going to make a video, and the views presented are my own. Some product links are affiliate links. If you use them I may receive a small commission, at no additional cost to you.
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✈️ Trip details:
Route: Istanbul, Turkey ( IST) to Abu Dhabi, UAE (AUH)
Date: Jan. 14, 2023
Airline: Turkish Airlines (TK)
Aircraft type: Airbus A321neo
Class of service: Business class
Frequent flyer status: Star Alliance Gold (TK Elite)
Paid with: TK points
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⌚ Sections in this video (Turkish Airlines business class used to be great. What happened?):
0:00 | Turkish Airlines business class
0:38 | Istanbul Airport
1:38 | Miles&Smiles Lounge
3:29 | Boarding Turkish Airlines at Istanbul Airport
4:14 | Seat tour on A321neo narrow-body jet
5:23 | In-flight entertainment
6:08 | Other amenities
6:45 | Lavatory tour
7:21 | Meal service
8:33 | Recommendation
9:05 | More reasons to not fly Turkish
🏢 Companies mentioned:
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