frustratedflyer - 18/01/2012 15:39 GMT
The flight from LHR T5 to Doha (via Bahrain) left on time. I was sitting in the front row of World Traveller Plus in an Aisle seat (21D). As only the bulkhead was in front the legroom was quite good and I was lucky that the only spare seat in the cabin was next to me!
Newspapers and menus were given out before take off. Shortly after take off a drinks service took place. This was followed soon after by a lunch service. This was the first time I had experienced the enhanced lunch service that is similar to what was served in Club World. Gone are the plastic trays and food is served from proper plates and cutlery.
Lunch was a salad followed by a choice of Chicken or Lamb. I opted for the chicken which was a large boneless breast with roasted veg, potatoes and bread sauce. Desert was disappointiung being a chocolate fudge mousse affair in a yoghurt pot. Before landing a chocolate bar and choice of cheese or meat sandwich were offered. I had the cheese but just nibbled the middle as the bread was a bit stale.
We landed in Bahrain on time and stayed on baord for just over an hour when the Bahrain bound passengers disembarked and the cleaners came onboard. Some of the crew changed and they restarted the IFE so people could watch the movies. THE IFE system was disappointing as there were limited channels, a small screen and there was no ability to stop or start. On the short hop to Doha there was an offering of orange juice or water.
Sevice was good throughout both legs and the flight arrived in Doha on time.
