Today I tried the Premium Class on the Austrian railjet. I was so bold to start my train year with choosing the seat N° 13.
The seat was very comfortable and the table was just in the right position to work with a notebook.
In the price (1st class ticket plus 25 Euro) were some gourmet snacks and drinks included. The snacks were really delicious. E.g. I had some pieces of beef with red cabbage.
Though both seat and meal were fine I wouldn’t pay for this class again. I have a need for a larger table where I can store notebook and books as well. But if you love to sit comfortable and to slurp free drinks all the time it might be a good offer for you.
Update on April 1st, 2012: In the meantime this service has been canceled by the Austrian Railways. Now one can get the same place for 15 Euro, but there is no food and only one drink included.
- Austrian railjet (Website)