Mini trip Qatar Qsuites Cbr to JFK

[Flying mermaid]

The amenities packs - I really like the red socks and mask

 

[Flying mermaid]

Food was fine - there is always a little amuse bouche. Then on the Syd-Doh leg I had WA yabbie(Marron), followed by a rather nice lamb. Mr FM had a cauliflower soup - the orange is chilli - quite strong Mr FM said. Then tea and chocolates.

 

[Flying mermaid]

I slept most of the way to Doha (or rather dozed). By breakfast time I was really suffering with muscle and joint pain, so just had some fruit. Mr FM tried the Arabian breakfast

 

[Flying mermaid]

On leaving the plane you have to go through security, but there is a priority lane, so it didn’t take too long and then there are lifts and escalators up to the lounge.

Visually very pretty lounge - I wasn’t in good enough shape to take too many photos - will get some on the way back. The water feature was very pretty.

Downstairs there is a sort of sandwich bar. You order the sandwich at the tables. There is also a buffet with a couple of soups, cheese, olives and cakes. I noticed some people were getting “deconstructed” sandwiches - I.e. the insides without the bread which would be a good idea if you weren’t too hungry. I was quite hungry by the this time, so had the smoked salmon option.

 

[Pushka]

The new amenity kits I see. Makes more sense than the hard ones although I do like them.

 

[Flying mermaid]

I sent Mr FM upstairs to explore. He said there was a buffet similar to downstairs plus two hot dishes - he thought they looked a bit Qantas slop like, but they might have been OK. I might have a look myself on the way back

 

[Pushka]

I sent Mr FM upstairs to explore. He said there was a buffet similar to downstairs plus two hot dishes - he thought they looked a bit Qantas slop like, but they might have been OK. I might have a look myself on the way back

I think he’s on the mark to be honest. We prefer the restaurant downstairs. But it’s nothing like what EK provides. Maybe the F lounge is better?

 

[Flying mermaid]

Of course flying from DOH to the USA meant extra security. Had to go through the questions about packing your bag etc. then went through security screening again and much more rigorous e.g. shoes off and all Mr FM’s camera gear taken out and examined. I thought the plane would be really delayed taking off but it’s clearly built in, as we were away pretty much on time.

Menus for second flight

 

[Flying mermaid]

I think he’s on the mark to be honest. We prefer the restaurant downstairs. But it’s nothing like what EK provides. Maybe the F lounge is better?

I have heard the F lounge is very good and that the J lounge used to be better. It really gave us all we needed though. Given everyone in the lounge is flying J (different lounge for Y passengers with status), how much food do you really need. There is more than enough there if you arrive hungry or like me hadn’t had much before getting off the plane. I guess some people like to eat in the lounge and then not eat on the plane but it still seemed enough. Nice little cakes as well.

 

[Flying mermaid]

We both had the grilled seafood and the Mr FM had a steamed pudding

 

[Flying mermaid]

For breakfast I had the omelette with various bits - quite substantial. Mr FM went for yoghurt and then oats

 

[Flying mermaid]

Checkin at the Park Hyatt wasn’t until 3 PM and we were landing at 9am, but I figured by the time we got through immigration and then queued for a taxi, it might be midday and it wouldn’t be that long to wait.

But no - everything just flowed. No other planes being processed so through immigration in a few minutes. Apart from asking when we were leaving, not a single question. No fingerprints just a photo. Luggage was out in the first few. No queue for a taxi, so by 10:20 we were checking in at the Park Hyatt. Very friendly staff and when I said to the receptionist that I realised we were very early and I didn’t expect to get into a room, she said oh no I am sure we can get you in. So we had a room straight away, which was magic. She has already checked in Master FM, who arrives on Saturday, and put him on the 20th floor with us.

We had a shower (glorious) and then slept until 9pm. Unpacked and then room service. Mr FM said his apple pie was pure sugar and came with a caramel sauce

So any attempt to overcome Jetlag has failed diabolically on the first day - will try and do better tomorrow.

 

[love_the_life]

I didn't expect there to be duty free in Canberra. 30 pax boarding is about what I expected. Good to know there was some lounge time in SYD too.

Duty free is like one open set of shelves, not a lot there!

 

[RooFlyer]

So, comparing it with the various F experiences you have had, how does QR J in suites compare?

 

[ellen10]

We have booked the forward facing Qsuites as I am not too keen on flying backwards. Hopefully we will not find it too cluttered near the door.
Thank you for your very comprehensive report. I am really looking forward to the experience.

 

[craven morehead]

Catching up just now. I to would like to have a crack at the QR QSuites in the future.

 

[Pushka]

I’m not sure that the forward facing Q suites turn into a double bed? We peeked over the top and they seemed to be different.

 

[ellen10]

I’m not sure that the forward facing Q suites turn into a double bed? We peeked over the top and they seemed to be different.

I think you are right, two separate beds. Do you think there is an advantage in it becoming a double, other than obviously sleeping side by side.

 

[Flying mermaid]

I think you are right, two separate beds. Do you think there is an advantage in it becoming a double, other than obviously sleeping side by side.

I think you get the feeling of more space, because you have this double area. We are used to a king sized bed and I felt like we had similar space, although we didn’t really.

 

[Flying mermaid]

I’m not sure that the forward facing Q suites turn into a double bed? We peeked over the top and they seemed to be different.

they are different and definitely the beds are further apart. Basically the seats are nearer to the sliding doors and the storage bins are between the seat and the dividers. The consoles are in front of you and closer to the divider rather than to the side and next to the door. Both of those puts a bit of a barrier between you and the other passenger, which is good if not travelling with them but also takes away the illusion of space. Both types of suites actually have the same space, but being able to take down the divider and getting this nice empty bit in the middle is great.