
by Jason Cooper · March 7, 2026
Kuala Lumpur International Airport has no shortage of lounges, but this one is a decent premium option and sits quietly right next door to the standard Plaza Premium Lounge: Plaza Premium First.

by Jason Cooper · March 7, 2026
If you’re flying through Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and have access to the Plaza Premium Lounge, this is one lounge that overdelivers on food and good vibes. I entered using my Priority Pass which I came as part of recent credit card offer.

by Jason Cooper · February 14, 2026
Flying from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur with Malaysia Airlines, I was initially handed an invitation to the Plaza Premium Lounge. But on arrival, I was told I’d actually been upgraded next door to the SkyTeam Lounge — and that small change made a big difference.

by Jason Cooper · February 8, 2026
Flying Business Class on KLM Royal Dutch Airlines between Singapore and Bali is a great example of how a long-haul aircraft can elevate a short regional flight - even if the service style is a little unconventional.

by Jason Cooper · February 7, 2026
Garuda isn’t usually mentioned in the same breath as Asia’s top-tier carriers. When people think of the region’s premium airlines, names like Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific or Japan Airlines tend to dominate. Garuda generally sits a rung below that top group, so expectations were measured going in.

by Jason Cooper · February 6, 2026
This flight was booked specifically to experience Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo, but an unannounced equipment swap meant the journey was instead operated by the older A330-300.

by Jason Cooper · February 6, 2026
The Temporary Qantas Business Lounge at Sydney Airport, located at Gate 25, feels nothing like a stop-gap solution. In fact, in a few key ways, it actually improves on the permanent lounge that’s currently being refurbished.