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Review: SAS A350-900 Business Class Bangkok – Copenhagen (Inaugural)

Live and Let’s Fly — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:39:38 +0000

While not deliberate, I found myself on the inaugural SAS flight from Bangkok to Copenhagen, operated by an Airbus A350-900 in business class. With superb dining and excellent service onboard, SAS remains one of my favorite carriers. SAS A350-900 Business Class Review (BKK-CPH) When I noticed some frequent flyer award space from Bangkok to Copenhagen, […]

Takeoff Points: American Flagship First A321T December 2023

TravelUpdate — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 10:08:46 +0000

Background: This past weekend I flew on the American Flagship First A321T from New York to Los Angeles. Since I also flew on this exact product just a month ago and published a more comprehensive review, I decided to make a quick “Takeoff Points” posting with highlights from my most recent visit. You can check […]

Review: Swiss A340 Premium Economy (ZRH-HKG)

Young Travelers of Hong Kong — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 10:01:39 +0000

A review of Swiss’ new premium economy class, including the seat, catering, amenities offered, WiFi and entertainment, and more.

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New Terminal 2 at La Guardia

TravelUpdate — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:07:17 +0000

I passed through the new terminal 2 at La Guardia last week for the first time since the reconstruction was completed. It is a very pleasant experience, they did a lovely job of modifying the old terminal. I am sure most of you have read about the intention of getting away from the old style […]

Review: Thai Airways 787-8 Economy Class

Live and Let’s Fly — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 13:08:06 +0000

While flying on AirAsia did not work out, I enjoyed a very pleasant flight on Thai Airways in economy class on the 787-8 Dreamliner from Manilla to Bangkok. Thai Airways 787-8 Economy Class Review (MNL-BKK) While on my flight to Manila, I booked a Thai Airways ticket from Manila to Bangkok when the AirAsia ticket […]

Review: United Airlines 777-300ER Business Class San Francisco – Manila

Live and Let’s Fly — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:34:53 +0000

I tend to avoid inaugural flights because you often get special service and special meals onboard, making the review somewhat unique, but much less valuable. Rather than fly United Airlines’ new San Francisco – Manila route on its first day of operation, I flew it on the second day in Polaris business class on the […]

Plaza Premium Lounge in DFW airport

TravelUpdate — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 06:18:00 +0000

I forgot that there is a Plaza Premium Lounge in DFW airport because I always use the Capital One Lounge in Terminal D when I fly. This week I got to try it. The lounge is in Terminal E near gate 31. https://www.plazapremiumlounge.com/en-uk/find/americas/united-states-of-america/dallas-fort-worth/dfw-international-airport/domestic-departures-terminal-e It is a small lounge, only about 30 chairs at tables and […]

Review: Missing Half of the Entrees, American Flagship First (JFK-LAX)

TravelUpdate — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:08:36 +0000

Background: I have flown on the American Airlines A321 Transcon in Flagship First on numerous occasions from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX). I find it to be one of the best ways to fly coast to coast, although it certainly has room for improvement. The major highlight that puts American ahead of the […]

Flight Review Showdown: WestJet Versus Air Canada Rouge

The Bulkhead Seat — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:56:26 +0000

I flew between Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) roundtrip…

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Review: Qantas A380 First Class Sydney – Los Angeles

Live and Let’s Fly — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:05:52 +0000

My journey home from Sydney to Los Angeles on the Qantas A380 in first class was quite pleasant overall with a heavenly bed and superb onboard cuisine, though the service did not feel much like first class. Nevertheless, I would argue there is no better way to fly between California and Australia. Qantas A380 First […]