I've flown business class on dozens of airlines. My favorite premium cabin is on this lesser-known Asian carrier.
A frequent business traveler reviews Starlux Airlines, praising its boutique service, private business-class suites, and high-quality dining. The author highlights the airline's attention to detail and notes that booking via Alaska Airlines miles provided excellent value.
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I'm a frequent business-class flyer. This is why a boutique Asian airline is my favorite premium experience. Zach Benitez I flew on a "boutique" Taiwanese airline called Starlux, and it blew me away. The seat was like a private pod, and the food was some of the best I've ever had. The crew seemed rushed during boarding, but were impeccable inflight. I'm a regular business-class traveler, having flown on dozens of airlines and hundreds of thousands of miles over the years. I often get asked the same question: What's the best business-class seat you've ever flown in? It's not the usual fan favorites of Singapore Airlines or Emirates. It's Starlux Airlines, a Taiwanese carrier many Americans have never heard of.
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