On the move with Malaysia Airlines

Flyer: Virginia haddon Class: Business class Route: sydney-Kuala Lumpur-sydney Aircraft: a330-300

Last november, Malaysia airlines announced an upgrade to its 15 a330300 aircraft with the refit starting in april this year and taking until september for the entire fleet to be completed. the new configuration will have a 1-2-1 and 1-2-2 seat layout giving 90 per cent of all seats direct access to the aisle.

The seat at the time of my trip, business class offered a 2-2-2 configuration with a 152cm seat pitch that reclined electronically to a 12-degree angle for sleeping. each seat has a pillow, a padded seat cover and a quilt.

The dining the airline is renowned for its satay, with 20,000 handmade and char-grilled each day; partaking of this specialty is a highlight of any journey to Kuala Lumpur. Malaysian princess, her royal highness tengku Puan Pahang, has contributed her favourite recipes from the royal household, and there is a chef-on-call programme for preordering meals up to 24 hours before your flight.

The entertainment the ondemand system with 39cm screen features more than 250 hours of video, plus an e-learning section.

The lounge in sydney, business class passengers are invited to use the Qantas lounge. at KLia, the Golden Lounge offers a prayer room and a spa. Be sure to enjoy a bowl of Malaysia’s famous soup at the Laksa Bar before boarding.

The glam factor For those who have many hours to while away at KLia, Mitsui outlet Park designer discount mall is only five minutes away by free shuttle. i found bargains at Polo ralph Lauren, Bally and Zegna. thank goodness for Malaysia airlines’ generous 40kg luggage allowance.

The checklist

Pyjamas: no. Amenities kit: Porsche design, with acca Kappa moisturiser and lip cream. Wi-Fi: no. Celebrity chef: recipes from her royal highness tengku Puan Pahang. Limousine transfers: no. Signature champagne: Philipponnat cuvée royale réserve nV is served on wide-body flights. www.malaysiaairlines.com