I spent $7,000 on a first-class Emirates flight from Dubai to Korea and was pampered with an airport chauffeur, a lie-flat bed, and an in-flight shower

Zach BensonApr 22, 2023, 17:17 IST

The author paid $7,000 for a 10-hour first-class flight on Emirates.Zach Benson

I paid $7,000 to fly from Dubai to Korea on Emirates in first class.
I thought it was worth it for the chauffeur arrival, lounge, lie-flat bed, and in-flight shower.

I'm a frequent traveler who prefers to book premium plane cabins for long journeys. A recent trip on Emirates in first class was one of the best flights I've ever taken.

The author is a frequent business class traveler.Zach Benson

I'm a frequent traveler who prefers to book premium plane cabins for long journeys. A recent trip on Emirates in first class was one of the best flights I've ever taken.

My first-class Emirates ticket cost $7,000. But in my opinion, it was totally worth it.

The author paid $7,000 for a 10-hour flight.Zach Benson

My flight started with a luxurious chauffeured arrival to the airport.

The author was picked up in a BMW car.Zach Benson

Upon my arrival at the airport, I was pleased to discover a dedicated check-in area exclusively for first-class passengers.

The check-in process took less the author less than 20 minutes.Zach Benson

I thought the Emirates lounge was a big perk of flying first class with the airline. I enjoyed it as a space to relax, unwind, and prepare for the trip ahead.

The author thought the Emirates lounge was luxurious.Zach Benson

Mostly, I thought the Emirates lounge set itself apart from other lounges I've visited through the gourmet, made-to-order food.

The author enjoyed the food in the Emirates Lounge.Zach Benson

After spending time in the lounge, it was time to board my flight.

The author received a glass of Dom Perignon as a welcome drink.Zach Benson

I thought my pod-like suite was a luxurious space that delivered on luxury, comfort, and privacy.

Inside the private pod where the author sat for the flight.Zach Benson

I was also given a luxury amenity kit and a pair of pajamas.

The airline gave the author a pair of pajamas.Zach Benson

The lie-flat bed, hydrating pajamas, and wellness amenities combined resulted in some of the best sleep I've ever had on a plane.

The author slept uninterrupted for several hours.Zach Benson

The first-class entertainment options also surpassed my expectations.

TVs come with unlimited access to over 4,500 channels, movies, TV shows, music, and games.Zach Benson

The onboard dining was another major highlight for me.

Emirates first-class provides the luxury of choosing to dine at any time of your preference.Zach Benson

And if I wanted more to drink, all I had to do was walk up to the fully-stocked business-class bar and lounge.

The author at the in-flight bar area.Zach Benson

I also took my first-ever onboard shower, a perk reserved for first-class passengers.

Each first class passenger is allotted five minutes of running water.Zach Benson

Before we landed, I enjoyed one last impressive meal.

The author had an omelette with sausages and potatoes for breakfast.Zach Benson

Throughout my entire flight, I felt like a VIP. I'd gladly spend $7,000 to experience it again.

The author thought flying first-class with Emirates was worth the cost.Zach Benson

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I spent $7,000 on a first-class Emirates flight from Dubai to Korea and was pampered with an airport chauffeur, a lie-flat bed, and an in-flight shower

I'm a frequent traveler who prefers to book premium plane cabins for long journeys. A recent trip on Emirates in first class was one of the best flights I've ever taken.

My first-class Emirates ticket cost $7,000. But in my opinion, it was totally worth it.

My flight started with a luxurious chauffeured arrival to the airport.

Upon my arrival at the airport, I was pleased to discover a dedicated check-in area exclusively for first-class passengers.

I thought the Emirates lounge was a big perk of flying first class with the airline. I enjoyed it as a space to relax, unwind, and prepare for the trip ahead.

Mostly, I thought the Emirates lounge set itself apart from other lounges I've visited through the gourmet, made-to-order food.

After spending time in the lounge, it was time to board my flight.

I thought my pod-like suite was a luxurious space that delivered on luxury, comfort, and privacy.

I was also given a luxury amenity kit and a pair of pajamas.

The lie-flat bed, hydrating pajamas, and wellness amenities combined resulted in some of the best sleep I've ever had on a plane.

The first-class entertainment options also surpassed my expectations.

The onboard dining was another major highlight for me.

And if I wanted more to drink, all I had to do was walk up to the fully-stocked business-class bar and lounge.

I also took my first-ever onboard shower, a perk reserved for first-class passengers.

Before we landed, I enjoyed one last impressive meal.

Throughout my entire flight, I felt like a VIP. I'd gladly spend $7,000 to experience it again.