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Callum Elsdon - Airline Reviews
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Is Cathay Pacific Short Haul Economy Up To Scratch? | Boeing 777 | Taipei - Hong Kong
Date of filming: November 2022*
Aircraft: Boeing 777
Airline: Cathay Pacific
Route: Taipei - Hong Kong
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Aircraft: Boeing 777
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Route: Taipei - Hong Kong
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12 Hours in Singapore Airlines First Class Suite | Airbus A380-800 | Singapore - Frankfurt
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Considered one of the world’s most luxurious First Class products, Singapore Airlines’ Suites Class aboard the Airbus A380-800 always puts high expectations in a traveller’s mind. But does it meet those expectations? And is it worth the money, or points? Find out in today’s video as I fly for over twelve hours on this unique and incredible experience. My verdict might not be quite what you thin...
Singapore Airlines' UNBEATABLE Regional Business Class review | A350-900 | Manila to Singapore
Просмотров 9102 месяца назад
Singapore Airlines' has an exceptional reputation for solid and dependable experiences - especially in Business Class - but is that still deserved? Today, I fly Singapore Airlines on this connecting flight from Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) to Singapore Changi in Business Class aboard a regionally configured Airbus A350-900. As an aircraft configured specifically for short ...
Gulf Air's AMAZING Business Class | Falcon Gold | 787-9 Dreamliner | Bangkok to Bahrain to Singapore
Просмотров 3,1 тыс.2 месяца назад
Much of the hubbub around Middle Eastern airlines surrounds Qatar Airways, Emirates and, to a lesser extent, Etihad - but there is an airline with a history that goes back much further. Join me as I fly the original flag carrier of the region, Gulf Air, on an ultra-cheap $300 ticket for thirteen hours of Business Class joy. Spoiler: They might not get everything right, but they might just have ...
Sky High Disappointment: Lufthansa's Lacklustre European Business Class Review
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.10 месяцев назад
Join me on a morning journey from Stockholm to Brussels via Lufthansa's home in Frankfurt in their European business class. 🌅✈️ Experience the chaos at Arlanda Airport and an honest review of the business class offering. 🚶♂️ Early Start: Navigate the queues at Arlanda Airport at 5 AM during the 2022 labour shortages. 🍽️ Business Class Reality: Discover the no-frills European business class exp...
KLM's EPIC 787-9 Business Class: Comfortable, delicious and quintessentially Dutch 🇳🇱
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In this video, I'm taking you aboard KLM's latest World Business Class product on the Boeing 787-9 aircraft, flying from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam Schiphol. Then, it's time to board KLM's strikingly-liveried plane and check out the Business Class seat, which offers a 1-2-1 layout with excellent privacy for solo travelers and couples. We'll take a close look at the seat's features, from the po...
An introduction to VIRGIN ATLANTIC FLYING CLUB: What is it? How best to book awards?
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An introduction to VIRGIN ATLANTIC FLYING CLUB: What is it? How best to book awards?
ILLEGAL TO FILM? Delta's 737 First Class from San Francisco to Salt Lake City
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ILLEGAL TO FILM? Delta's 737 First Class from San Francisco to Salt Lake City
Trying out Europe's MOST EXCLUSIVE First Class to San Francisco: Air France's La Première
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Trying out Europe's MOST EXCLUSIVE First Class to San Francisco: Air France's La Première
Am I the only one that is missing windows in the Private Room Lounge?
I agree! That would make it so much better - I think Singapore Airlines, despite having a great lounge, just can’t compete with Cathay!
With regards to the onboard cameras at 15:57, Singapore Airlines A380 does have them, but it is only viewable by the Pilots. It is not accessible to the passengers at all, even in Suites. It's the same with their A350s and 77Ws, so I'm not really sure what cameras you are referring to
Thanks for noting - that was my memory of the flight not quite matching reality.
@@CallumElsdon Emirates do have them tho, so I'm not sure why SQ doesn't allow passengers to see them :(
Yeah it’s very strange…
I like old days Cathay Pacific. Nice review
Thank you Fly and Stay! more Cathay content is coming soon 😃
Loving the honest reviews!
Thank you, Lloyd!
Another cracking review Mr Elsdon.
Thank You, Sir Mahim! Short one this week
This video is from…. 2022? Singapore airlines doesn’t serve dom onboard anymore. And the a380 no longer flies this particular route anymore.
Thank you for your comment. Yes it is from 2022 and this is stated in the description. As noted, I have a full time job and also run a blog so my time I dedicate to RUclips is limited. The A380 is periodically on the route, having returned again in March. I appreciate you watching
@@CallumElsdon Cheers sir! Thanks for your video! Keep doing what youre doing!
Actually they fly SIN-FRA with two different airframes and atm SQ326/325 is A380
Very fair points. Excellent review and wishing you lots of enjoyable travel ahead.
Glad you enjoyed! Thank you, Ernest!
Just come back home to London through a connecting flight through Frankfurt and the exact same has happened to me. Hopefully I’ll get mine back
I have my fingers crossed for you
I get annoyed when some commentors/RUclipsrs start saying airports like Doha or Incheon are the best in the world. Everyone who has travelled extensively all agree that Changi is the best, and by a considerable margin. The best *lounge* is QATAR Airlines FC/BC in Doha.
Fair point - I think there are things to like about a lot of airports. In my opinion, the best is Changi because of its functionality, efficiency and ease of getting around - plus some good lounges (including non-SQ, such as Qantas First). I think Doha and Incheon get a lot of name checks because they are such huge and modern structures that people are in awe (but can be a bit soulless and too big in places). I have my personal favourites - namely Helsinki because they have a very good lounge in the form of Platinum Wing for Finnair as well as efficient connections (1h can be more than enough for non Schengen). It would be a stretch to call HEL the best in the world tho! Agree, Al Safwa is a great lounge at Doha! Thank you for watching
Excellent commentary on such luxury
Thank you, Ray - appreciate your kind comment :)
Love your reviews! Waiting for more 🥰 also i love Singapore Airlines its the best! Sending you all the luck your way♥️
Thank you so much!! There’ll be more soon 😀
Superb - the experience and the video! A lot of money / points though....
Thank you Matt! Was a little conscious having it so long…but wanted to do it justice. Completely agree on value for money/points - it most certainly is not 😅
Wowowow!! Good video feature!! 🎉❤
Thank you Super Fan! Lol
Great review i just subscribed, is it recent? because i thought Emirates only served Dom in first class
Thank you @traveltheme706, unfortunately due to my workload it’s been sat around since August 2022 (so definitely not recent). SQ do mix the champagnes on offer up though! I must say, Dom Perignon was very good…
@@CallumElsdon Yep brilliant review none the less, i have a bottle of Dom here at home which I’ll open later in the year my partner and I are travelling to The Philippines later in the year on Qantas business class they will serve nice champagne🍾🥂but it won’t be Dom😂
Enjoy! You will have a wonderful trip
Looking forward to this video Callum! It's definitely on the bucket list!!
Thank you, Natalie!
Singapore Airlines has always been known for its exceptional reputation, particularly in Business Class, but it's always interesting to see if they continue to live up to those high standards! This flight from Manila to Singapore on a regionally configured Airbus A350-900 is a great test. Interesting to see how the experience holds up, especially on a short haul hop like this! GREAT review and insights on the service, comfort, and overall performance!!
That is certainly true, amazing airline! Thank you for watching!
Gotta be a 900+ mile flight for meals so it seems you just missed out unfortunately !!!
Ahhh that’s a shame! I love their seats but they could really do with improving a bit
Excellent review! Can't wait to try out Singapore airline business class for my next trip!
Thanks for watching - I hope you have an equally excellent time!
Love it Callum..what a delightful way to fly regional..!
Couldn’t agree more! Imagine if BA did this sort of thing on a 4h hop to Turkey…
loooks smashing, wanna try it some time
lol u wish
You looked radiant after the facial mist callum! 😁 Another great video! Looking forward to you getting all your videos online so we have plenty to watch!!
Thank you Natalie! I think I have a backlog of 20 vids so hopefully all out in the next 6 months 😅😅
yo how is it filmed 2 yrs ago? nice video tho
Thank you , GuessRoblox! I have a very busy working life and before this prioritised my website over RUclips - but now doing more for YT so at the moment I have a big backlog!
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Thank you for this!! Very helpful ❤😍 More videos pleaseeee!!
More to come...very soon :D
Great Video Callum and you have secured yourself a new subbie! Gulf Air's food didn't look great, but I always think it's good to experience a range of business class services to know which ones really are delivering a quality product at a good price! I'd still like to experience it one day!
Thank you, Natalie! Yes for sure...I think they could really do with investing in the food element - they would really make it a top notch. Look forward to seeing you in the comments in future vids!
Love the review and honest views. Thank you and look forward to the next video!
Thanks! See you next time around for Singapore Airlines
Fantastic! Love the banknotes.... I'm trying to chose between Gulf Air and Oman Air a trip from Riyadh to Manila. Similar price, same seat.... Gulf air is cheaper and accrues points to Air Canada. Oman Air is more expensive but should become a OneWorld member later this year so fits into my channel strategy more comfortably.... No bad answer! That was a cracking fare!
Thanks Matt! Tough one... Oman Air would appear to be the slightly better carrier and product all round - even if the seat is the same. Appreciate the comment!
What a great in depth video. Thanks for sharing. Was completely in line with my experiences during my intercontinental flights in KLM Business Class. Even after a 14 hours flight, still fresh and fruity. )) The only thing I had to get used to was the personal approach like "Good afternoon, Mr Broekhuisen". Felt a bit uncomfortable the first time. But an absolute 10 for the experience.
Thanks Mr Broekhuisen! Glad you liked the video and certainly KLM feels one of the better European airlines :)
Awesome! Great job on breaking everything down
Thanks Alexa! Hoping to do an update later this year since a fair bit has changed since then.
Never understand why there don't just have 2 bigger seat as the middle seat always block off
It’s quite simple, European airlines prefer the flexibility. On one flight they may sell 10 rows in Business, the next 2 rows. If you had 3 rows of 2 seats, the airline would be limited to max 12 seats - whereas, technically, with 3x3 seating they could sell the whole plane as Business if demand was there. The latter doesn’t happen, but shows why the flexibility is important to airlines in Europe. Not better for customers though
Of course you can film. If they don’t want to be filmed, then they should stay in the house. I agree that it should not bother them or stop them from doing their job.
KLM business - anyone know which model# plane - where the business seats dont have individual air conditioning vents? I sw a video here that it can get hot during flight .....
Sorry...I'm not so sure.
Such an informative video 🙋🏼♀️🎸
Glad you think so! Lol
How do I find Kenya reward flights for Virgin points usage?
Hi @urbanprojectz, if you can’t find it on the Virgin site search tool - then your option is probably to opt to call Virgin Flying Club or try the live chat option. However, I’m not entirely sure what Kenya Airlines are like in terms of releasing award space. Good luck :)
Hi Callum, I am flying from Bangkok to the UK business class with KLM next January, do you know if this new seat will be available on my flight by then? Great video Thank you 🙏
Hi @replicas11 (sorry couldn't see your name!) - not sure on your dates, but I checked a random date and at the moment I think it is the same seat on Bangkok - Amsterdam. The best way to check is to go to the seat selector on your booking, and see if the layout is in 1-2-1 (i.e. 1 seat on window, 2 in the middle, 1 on the right window) or 2-2-2. The one caveat is that airlines can change the plane type...so it is never guaranteed what kind of seat you will get on with airlines that have more than one seat type. As for Amsterdam to UK (not sure which airport), most flights to non-Heathrow destinations use KLM Cityhopper with Embraer aircraft. These are 2-2 layout (same as Economy) but with Business class service but no blocked middle seat - of course the flight is very short so it's not a big issue. When flying to Heathrow, KLM use a mix of Cityhopper Embraers and KLM 'proper' Boeing 737 aircraft - these have 3-3 layout but with a blocked middle seat. I've a written summary of Cityhopper Business Class at this link: callumelsdon.com/articles/snapshot-review-klm-business-class-embraer-e190-amsterdam-to-dublin Have fun! Callum
@@CallumElsdon Thank you for the reply 👍
No problem :)
Seems good, does KLM have same Business class on flights to India and Canada?
I am not sure, sorry. KLM have two main types of seats - this one with all seats having aisle access and their other one where window passengers have to climb over the passenger next to them to get out (2-2-2 configuration). The latter is more commonplace…unfortunately
KLM changes their equipment seasonally and even last minute. They have flown all 777, a330 and 787 into Toronto within the last 6 months. While 1-2-1 is preferred, I have tried 2-2-2 last year and it was still a very comfortable journey.
Would be nice to know how long the overall space in bed position is. Is it suitable for people around 2m tall?
Hi Peter - I’m about 188, and it was about enough - do I suspect 200 will be a bit of a squeeze. That being said, I suspect almost all Business Class will be a bit tight unfortunately
Hi thanks for your efforts but for me, if you don't show yourself. you really need to make your voice transmit feelings, emotions etc and I just didn't get it - sorry
Thanks for the comment :) I hadn’t actually planned on publishing this flight as a video and it’s quite hard to be emotive about such a bland product. My next video on Thai will be much more interesting!
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I haven’t flown Lufthansa for many years, but definitely won’t be rushing to book anytime soon. BA are probably slightly better but not much. Looking forward to the next one.
That really depends on what you take into account. BA service on the ground is absurdly poor. LH is far better in that regard. On board experience I'd would agree with you
great (seat and catering) except for the pre-dinner nuts, not served in a small porcelan cup but in a small plastic bag!!! thats economy service alas. so KLM should improve its service yet a bit! Hope they got the cabin upgrade soon with more privacy doors!
Great video. We plan to go next year.
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Wow,a superb experience,truly!.I hope one day I can also fly La Premier! thanks Callum!!
KLM crews in all classes are cool , helpful and friendly . Its my current favourite transatlantic airline from Germany . I enjoyed their offering of Asian foods in their BIZ class . Their new Premium ECO is also amazing . Do a review ...when possible .
One of the few Reviewers that actually choose the right service options 👏🏻. Lobster and Beef.
Haha... I'm not one for vegan food - thanks for watching!
LIES AIR FRANCE AND KLM FLYING BLUE SUCK. CANT FIND SHIT
I'll be flying for the first time ever in Business Class on Air France 777-300ER to Mexico City this December. Very excited. Did you manage to get a glimpse of Business Class seats? I was wondering which is the best seat location to select, I'm thinking of the seat behind first class :)
Great contents! Subscribed because I want to see your channel grows. Cheers!
Welcome aboard! Thank you for the kind comment
Which Sky Team Member is the best to look for KLM/AirFrance Flights? Thanks for the good info!
Hi Deng10ng, it depends on who you have your miles with: - Flying Blue - of course, use Air France KLM - Non-Flying Blue (e.g. Virgin Points, Delta Skymiles) - check on Delta.com then book by ringing your respective programme (e.g. Virgin Atlantic). It's a bit convoluted - but quite often Air France and KLM will only release a limited subset of award tickets to SkyTeam partners meaning those on AF-KLM.com will not always reflect what is available to partners. Hope this helps!