Onboard, I found an empty business class cabin and had it to myself for several minutes. As this was the week the world finally woke up to COVID-19, most cancelled their travel plans and few passengers took the flight, a sign of what was to come in the months ahead. The gate area for my flight to London was quiet. > Read More: Turkish Airlines Business Lounge Istanbul (IST)
I had slept through breakfast on my flight from Cotonou and enjoyed a hearty breakfast including several barista-made cappuccinos, delicious Gözleme, and a cheese sandwich. Addressing the pandemic, the lounge had retooled its buffet to offer individual portions in disposable packing. Loungeĭuring my layover in Istanbul, I visited the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge, a lounge I have reviewed before. I paid 42,500 Turkish miles for a one-way business class ticket, plus about $400 in taxes/fees. This flight was part of my one-way journey from Cotonou (COO) to London (LHR) via Istanbul (IST).
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