Swiss Business Class. 12 Hours on the Throne

Would you pay extra for this seat?
I did and on this video I'll tell you if it is worth the money.
Swiss International business class is a solid product - nothing extraordinary just a good solid business class for your money. However within the Swiss Business Class cabin they have these special Throne Seats. They are single seats where normally they'd have two.
For this 12 and half hour flight from Singapore to Zurich the extra charge for the Throne seat was AUD$380 or USD$260 on top of the fare. Not a trivial amount of money.
Swiss Business Class, 12 Hours on the Throne gives Swiss Business Class and these Throne seat the ultimate test. What are they like for working? What were the meals like? How are these seats for sleeping? All these questions are answered on this comprehensive review of Swiss International Business Class.
Here's the links to the videos mentioned:
British Airways Flight Review: • Does British Airways H...
Swiss First Class Flight Review: • Swiss A340 Retro First...
#swiss #businessclass #flightreview

[@robinrother1799]

The opening "music" sucks.

[@DennisBunnikTravels]

An interesting one. Have been using it for about 6 years and whenever I don't use it I get comments about where is your opening tune. Maybe it's time for a poll...should I keep it or ditch it?

[@DevinZA]

​@DennisBunnikTravels It's iconic, not bad at all, also it's only like 7 seconds long. I do miss the little opening title card however.

[@mikel9511]

@@DennisBunnikTravelsKeep it!!! That music creates a fantastic feeling - makes me wanna fly immediately!🤗Cheers from Sweden!

[@victorytilidie]

@@DennisBunnikTravels I've always enjoyed it. It's a sprightly tune that reflects the positive vibes of your videos. The way I see it: you wouldn't attract 132,000 subscribers if you had an opening title that turned people away!

[@solboyhx]

@@DennisBunnikTravels Nah you gotta keep it Dennis. Its how I know its your video lol

[@carolmaher1257]

I flew Swiss business from Zurich to Singapore in June. The food out of Zurich was excellent (restruant quality), the wines excellent, and the bed wide and comfortable. The service was prompt and friendly. Probably my best ever business experience. Michael M.

[@yvr2002rtw]

Thank you for making your video less than 10 minutes long. There are more and more youtubers who are now doing aviation related content. Videos that are short and sweet make tend to make it to the top of my "Watch Later" list. Longer videos tend to be further down on my list and watched much later when I have time.

[@karlp8484]

I had a comment a while back about some of the videos being too brief, but I think you are nailing it now with appropriate detail/length.

[@germaninsider7890]

While you do pretty standard videos i really just like your style and positive attitude.

[@YohanMEL]

Out of all the fantastic aviation KZbinrs I enjoy watching, I always wait for your videos with the most anticipation. I really enjoy your narration, the music you choose, the content itself, and of course your legendary jingle! For me, second spot is shared between Josh Cahill and Noel Phillips! Honourable mention to Non Stop Dan too. Thank you for your brilliant uploads Dennis 🙏🏽

[@verep1653]

What an awesome video. The video was well shot. The editing superb. The music was perfect. I found your voice to be very calming. Can't wait to see what else you have for us. I'm a happy new subscriber.

[@camf7522]

1:58 AUD380! My preference is for the front row seats with the extra leg/foot room…even if it is one of the twin seats. I also found the food in Business Class a little underwhelming with very limited options on the menu. Transits at Zurich good, I had a 55 minute International to International transfer, it took just 15 minutes to get from the E Gates Terminal to the B Gates in the main terminal, which gave me a good 30 minutes to relax at the gate before boarding the next flight.

[@dirks9761]

Good intel on the transfer time. I have seen flights with the 55 minute stopover in Zurich and have always dismissed them as too risky.

[@boezel1234]

Great video! Was really nice meeting you in real life in the Singapore Airlines lounge in Changi! Groeten from a Dutch fan in Sweden!

[@iamlivid]

I flew Swiss in 2022 just after covid on the same route. However, the reason we picked Swiss was to fly on the ever illusive A340. Great service and crew, meals were filling and delicious. Then flew with them on their smaller A220 into Athens, which was stunning.

[@PaulStewartAviation]

Perfect timing as Swiss have come up as a possible option for my regular trips to Europe if I can claw myself away from OneWorld. Quite expensive to select the seat, although the other twin seats looks pretty poor if you like the window and aisle (like me).

[@glennkamers]

Doing this trip in about a weeks time. Grabbed 7A throne seat. Looking forward to the review. I flew out with Swiss via Bangkok also in throne seat.

[@iangough7659]

Keep the music as we all know it is you and that equates to a quality review. Plus your intro music is short and sharp, and rather iconic.

[@emmo_93]

I love starting a Monday with your reports 😊 cheers to a great flight 😁 such an iconic quote on this channel over the years

[@RoxyrollersBC]

You are perhaps the only vlogger that I watch on a regular basis. I like your style, humour, presentation and details. I have to say, you are also quite funny in your delivery (Not a bad thing). I hope I can meet you someday

[@60mscarolc]

I've flown Swiss years ago and enjoyed the flights. Glad you enjoyed your flight ✈️

[@Thesmellofrain-h6o]

Thank you for your awesome videos! Best wishes to you and your family and keep flying high- Glad you elegantly review different airlines. Have fun-

[@mxyzptlyk]

I first flew Swissair in 1966 many times between Zurich and Manchester (UK) on Caravelle and Convair CV990 Coronado equipment. The catering was often a cold hot dog in a warm bun. The last time was with Swiss in around 2013 to Hon Kong on an Airbus A340. We really like their service, catering and crew.

[@DarkbaseTTV]

12 hours on the throne sounds familiar

[@neilomac]

#JustTacoBellThings

[@av-ru-mi]

That’s a really bad stomach bug

[@damcoentertainment3956]

Sounds like Noel Philips after his latest Air India flight.

[@heathertruskinger6214]

Yeah I thought that too !​@@damcoentertainment3956

[@MikeJackson1955]

🤣🤣🤣

[@germaninsider7890]

I actually adopted your touching the plane on boarding :)

[@60frederick]

Greetings from Zurich! Thank you very much. Dennis, for sharing your SWISS experience video with us.

[@martymcfly256]

Although I do fly in and out of ZRH with some frequency, it’s usually on Air Canada business class. My only Swiss flights were short hops within Europe, so steerage was fine. Even when I travel within Europe, it’s usually on Easyjet. But this did look like a nice product.

[@michaelmcroberts4398]

Another great flight review, thanks Dennis! I do love the continued variety in what you travel and document, it’s really refreshing. Thanks for the ongoing positive content creation!!!

[@jonnyb2774]

Great video. Especially the opening music 😉. The coolest thing about that amenity kit is that the tin is made by/ branded as victorinox who make the inconic Swiss Army knife.

[@jimmyjames6492]

Seat looks awesome! Thanks for the info + video!

[@marticuatt778]

Flew Hong Kong to Zurich in 4a throne seat on the Swiss B777 in June. I really enjoyed the experience, but found the seat needed a mattress pad or something, because I agree it felt like sleeping on a balloon and it’s good to hear you had the same experience. Crew was great though, and the food was okay. I’d happily fly Swiss again.

[@GuillermoGomezGG1959]

Simply The Best!! Stay Healthy!! By the way I hate that carpet😂😂😂

[@davidcole333]

Dennis, I think I would fly Swiss business class out of ZRH just for that amazing outdoor terrace they have at their lounge and for the chocolate. Food is always going to be hit or miss on airlines. Add to that, I think the Swiss 777-300er is one of the most beautiful 777's flying today.

[@heathertruskinger6214]

12 hours on a throne....I bet Noel Phillips wished he had a throne that comfy , during his recent bout of food poisoning ! I thought your tag ending wss gonna be you ended up on the other kind of throne too !😂🚽 I agree with you about the food, the tomato entree and the chicken mains lookef "blah"....the cheese plate and dessert definitely a big improvement.

[@flybyanuj]

Great video as always Dennis. Most airlines do offer their flagship on Singapore routes, given the high volume of business traffic I reckon. I love how you had to include the BA comparison during your review haha! I loved the metal box for amenity kits and it is a cool idea for sure - quite unique. I recently flew to Toronto with KLM on their 787-10 in business, and they launched their new amenity kits on August 1. They are absolutely shameful - it was made up of some cheap quality material that you can use as a grocery bag at some point. In the name of sustainability, they are trying to do all sorts of cost cutting. Air France and KLM are the only big carriers that still don't do mattress covers in business class. Great content, and keep flying!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent trip report Dennis!

[@ekuche8335]

Great “opening” music as always.

[@nirmalsharma5918]

Amazing Swiss airlines business class ❤🎉

[@andreaschumacher9901]

Wonderful video. too long time ago I flew swiss. But a wonderful experience

[@clairedobson2240]

Brilliant video Dennis.. Thank you

[@OVTraveller]

Ha ha, the carpet is an acquired taste, mate, a bit like salted herring?! Sadly, I am unlikely to ever experience this airline unless a tour of Switzerland or southern Germany is organised. Torbeck? ....great drop even their Pinot Noir. Problem developing a liking for the chocolates.. spouse complaining! As always a pleasure sharing your experience. Cheers and thanks, Otto

[@simonrobinson4453]

Another great review

[@linhofmann4913]

Evening from Perth also. We did Perth to Zurich last Christmas , opted for SQ for the entire trip , wouldn't mind trying Swiss next time

[@anthony-us3pn]

Excellent video - even better title

[@craigwillis9066]

Re the Carpet....modern design but I agree with you.... Welcome to the all-new Terminal 2 (T2), where nature meets modernity. T2 seamlessly merges the realms of architecture and landscape. The terminal’s carpet mirrors natural topography to guide your path, while clouds dance on the ceilings above. By incorporating natural materials and hues, the terminal aims to engender serenity for passengers and visitors alike. Inaugurated in 1991, the terminal underwent a three-and-a-half-year transformation journey in 2020 to increase handling capacity, enhance facilities and bring in more efficient systems.

[@lachlansworden-m3n]

I remember seeing your retro A340 flight with SWISS Air. I think the 777 thrones look better! Hope to fly them one day! Love your videos!

[@kevincrouch2732]

Great to see you hope you are ok - Kevin & Cyndy UK

[@marcus747400]

Great option these throne seats for corporates thanks Dennis

[@LucaLuca-cn1bgh]

Your content is about aviation I love aviation

[@FFZ321]

The cabin is beautiful😮

[@Flugzeuge0508]

The opening "music" rocks.

[@Flupke1070]

Oh, for a second I thought it was a video about the spiciest asian street food 😂. I love the SWISS Business Class Throne seat. You have to be quick to book it for free when check in opens 😄

[@loeshalberstadt9998]

As allways, love your video., groetjes uit Holland Dennis🇾🇪😊

[@uvmn8235]

Very nice video as usual. The seat is good but If you 195 cm tall it is a bit small and tight.

[@gezatherton1071]

Come on, that carpet is awesome!

[@henktl3580]

I am tall (1.96m) and I found the throne seats to be borderline undoable. Best seats are row 4A, 6A, 4G and 6G. The latter two are in the middle, but they have space to the left and all of these seats have bigger footwells. I like Swiss - flying the same route in 30 days - but they are not my favourite.

[@emercycrite]

The throne seats are overrated for this reason imo. Sure, you get lots of storage space but the super cramped footwell renders a restful sleep almost impossible.

[@pcmacintyre]

I'm also 1.96m, mostly leg with size 45 feet. An overly cramped foot well means I will just partially recline my seat, which negates a lot of the benefit of business class.

[@stuwilkes3228]

I am 2.032m which airline would you recommend for leg room in BC?

[@AYNZ197]

Nice video

[@chrisburton4694]

Have to fly from London to Bangkok once a quarter for work. Personal preference is Qatar, but a colleague swears by Swiss on the route

[@ChrisFrameOfficial]

Great title haha!

[@PerthLuxury]

Travelling from Perth to Glasgow via Dubai on Emirates A380 Business Class in 3 weeks. Wouldn't mind an upgrade lol. Doing 7 distilleries including Springbank, Hazelburn, Kilkerran, Arran and Talisker and a Glasgow Rangers game. Don't worry Dennis, I'll let you know how the Campbeltown distilleries are (because some of them are like Rolex watches). Mother Hubbard's is also a must visit for fish and chips and a stop in at Aberdeen too

[@ozmozis6073]

Food looked bland. Maybe something for a retirement home.. this plus an expensive 'thrown' seat? Nope. Not worth it. It's good that you're still posting the vlogs. Appreciate them.

[@emercycrite]

The food looked terrible. Finally, something that rivals Qantas’s offering.

[@kayradford3793]

Granddaughter and her husband on honeymoon flew from Australia to London via Qantas and then Swiss air to Zurich for the start of their European adventure. Not home yet will ask them about the Swissair flight.🇦🇺🦘🇦🇺🦘

[@evanfinch4987]

We are flying this tomorrow!

[@santinomamone2674]

Watching it now king

[@Mrfwogdend]

My cousin will be uploading her, "this is what ya don't get to see when Noel's on his journeys 😘😘😋🥳😘🥳😂😂😂

[@dirks9761]

I have flown Swiss once in economy and got food poisoning. Qantas shares that honour and yes, in both cases it was the fish option.

[@garywhite1802]

Yes,I’ve flown Swiss Airways. Left Zurich,flew to Singapore.I was not happy! Seats weren’t that comfortable,& I found the service a little lacking

[@WhiteMisty]

coffee actually looked pretty good. another class act

[@RichardFelstead1949]

Hello from Albury NSW.

[@ianwyj1]

I'm from Singapore and couldn't agree more with the choice of carpets in all three terminals at Changi. Considering how strict drug laws are here, I'd suggest it was more likely the result on being on some obscure traditional medicines the person was on.

[@carolinelane9599]

Thanks Dennis as always. I probably wouldnt try Swiss to Europe. Im a Emirates Groupie in BC. Being stuck in the tube for 12 hours would do my head in. I like the stop in Dubai to get off and stretch legs and can get off the plane for a bit before continuing on. What do you prefer?

[@AlonsoRules]

Zurich is one of the best airports in Europe. Classic Swiss efficiency.

[@russellgray1426]

I can not understand why people get so exasperated when there is no WiFi! If you are one of these people, book an appointment at the addiction clinic when you get home.

[@Peizxcv]

1:31 - orange shadow casted by you on the plane made me think it's a Scoot 787 😆

[@Vince-um5nq]

I flew in the throne seat in SQ a few months ago. I am 6”5 and felt way too restricted when lying down. Looks like Swiss is a good airline though will have to try them out

[@frankiefourfingers6717]

I wouldn’t do Swiss if your 6 ft 5 . I’m 6ft and it was tight . At least Thai airways and others have bigger seats space where you can move about and bend legs

[@stevenelliott6061]

Having also flown on this service, I found them to be underwhelming and the food similar in its presentation, stodgy and the wines less than impressive, the original was so much better (Swissair) ,when breakfast is the highlight on an airline something’s wrong - great video

[@ryansofly]

Can't believe the last time I flew LX was in business class on the MD11!

[@PerthLuxury]

Evening from Perth, Western Australia

[@markNazerzadeh]

Wow!

[@MarkChristopherpens]

Morning/evening from CYHZ :)

[@toniblackmore3016]

Dennis I have to thank you for your idea of bringing chocolates for the cabin crew. An Aussie living in the States, I fly a bit, and look it absolutely overjoys crews, without exception, to be thanked and thought of in this way. I’ll treasure the note from my last Rex flight in July - the crew were visibly touched to receive chocolate made in the US city I live in.

[@karljaques744]

T2 has been recently refurbished! I think it may have been a questionable choice of carpet?

[@tomb4628]

Did Dennis just invite us to spend 12 hours on the throne with him? 😂

[@freebeacher]

For breakfast did they also have an egg option?

[@philharnett2884]

300 and something dollars??? That's almost half the price of a return flight from Melbourne to Merimbula in Australia. 1.5 hours each way. We are totally ripped off in this country. 😢

[@prettymiffedbrit]

Are those the same seat that used to be on the Finnair A330s and the BMI/BA midhual A321s? They were really lumpy.

[@simon199418]

Plane at the intro was an a330 though :P

[@fv1291]

My father called it The Office, not The Throne.😊

[@HS-PGX]

I’m just thinking… the amount that Swiss charges for these throne seats are around about the same that Air NZ charges for “Business Premier Preferred” (I.e. the Cathay Pacific first class seats on ZK-OKU) on their flights. It’s ridiculous that Swiss charges this much for the seats, honestly US$100 is already enough.

[@johnreynolds5407]

Love SIN but the carpet there is irritating. Not only does carpet collect dirt and bacteria, they make rolling one's bag more difficult than a hard surface.

[@mariavandenbosch2723]

What was the total price for the ticket? I think in Business and First wifi should be included. Very nice video. Are you Dutch?

[@damcoentertainment3956]

He's Australian but he has Dutch roots.

[@damcoentertainment3956]

And wifi is usually, only available on modern or refurbished aircraft.

[@mottyk8491]

Maybe their 777 seat is better then the 330 seat, but there are no good seats on the 330, interestingly enough I prefer those aisle seats as in the other seats you locked in (feels like a coffen), also in bedmode the seat is less then 6ft

[@gerrya3610]

i flew Zurich to Bangkok in business class, though not the throne seat. The seat was narrow with insufficient space for my feet and disliked the way the seat lowered to floor level when in recline. A poor choice but made up by excellent cabin service.

[@nicholasngo5428]

I wish I can fly this in 2039!

[@WetPets-gl2ts]

I thought you got stuck on the toilet for 12 hours with chronic diarrhea. Remind me of getting 'stuck' in a hotel for 5-day last year in HK, I blamed it on those loosely awarded Michelin restaurants there.

[@tonyreid833]

Dennis love your videos great experiences that I have to say other than the seat which by the way you paid for the food looked disgusting and not worthy of that kind of business class experience A little bit more critical analysis would be better I think but I suspect you have your reasons

[@lifewithkevin2007]

The curry seems fine I guess the food is not that horrible

[@Gary-vv5gt]

I find singa airport to be pretty strange in terms of airline placement.... its not like star allance in one terminal and whatnot....

[@malcolmnorton4214]

I flew Swiss in a business throne seat. Possibly the worst service Ive ever had and the lounge in Zurich was filthy. I was shocked given the reputation.

[@justrandomthings319]

The background music isn't loud enough. Please make it louder. 🙄

[@davidbowater6601]

There’s not a vast amount of storage space for the “non-throne” seats!

[@davidlazarus67]

12 hours on the throne. Where did you get the food poisoning?

[@gefingeerdbetweenthedots6092]

hm european business class ? rather have sq or qatar

[@TheStagswag]

The carpet must of been half price 😅

[@johnkwok3288]

It wasn’t a sh*t experience! 😂