Being a member of the Lufthansa Group gives this smaller airline a bit of extra connectivity to most of Europe. It’s hub at VIE Vienna is extremely efficient and makes an excellent choice for transfers. The current livery introduced in 2015, looks clean and neat without excessive frill, and the “Servus” on the belly of the plane is a cute … Read More
With the addition of the GRU Sao Paulo flight to/from LAX, time to pay attention again to LATAM, which has a complicated history. The “Room for Improvement” rating comes from a mixed seating in Business Class from “pretty good” to “needs an upgrade”. Onboard service can be hit and miss. However, not a poor choice for long or short haul … Read More
I am happy to offer “NET” pricing on all Air New Zealand Bookings. I have a wholesale agreement with Air New Zealand offering a 5% to 9% disount on almost all bookings. Contact me for pricing information. One of my favorite carriers, and I will miss that London route ending in October 2020. All classes of service are excellent, though … Read More
Virgin Atlantic Airways (VS) revolutionized the Airline industry with the release of its “Upper Class” product giving direct aisle access for all seating. It landed somewhere between International Business Class and First Class of the time, and started the race for the best business class seating on international routes. With the delivery of their new A350-1000 VS has made a … Read More
Air Tahiti Nui (TN) has done a lot of upgrading to their service since their new Dreamliners have been delivered. Still an A340 or 2 flying, but those are being phases out soon. Beside the obvious choice going to Tahiti, from Los Angeles customers, they make a good and economical option for flying to Paris CDG as well. Air Tahiti … Read More
KLM has been on a big push to upgrade its fleet. They are still flying 747-400, but soon the Dreamliner will be their main Long-Haul option. KLM’s first Dreamliner 787-9 LAX Los Angeles > AMS Amsterdam AMS KL602 | LAX 1350 > 2110+1 AMS | 744/772 | D KL601 | AMS 1000 > 1155 LAX | 744/772 | D seasonal … Read More
Oman Air (WY) has really stepped up their service and product over the last few years. And with the new terminal in Muscat, the Sultan is probably trying to keep up with his neighbors in the UAE. Oman Air Boeing 787 Dreamliner Trip Report: Oman Air B787-9 First Class March 2019 The biggest compliment to any carrier is when passengers … Read More
American was having a few sales, so I thought it would be fun to go to Chicago for a “Foodie Run”. And once in booking I discovered they were actually flying some decent aircraft between LAX and ORD… the Dreamliner 787-8. I have sworn off flying anymore Domestic Carrier 757s… just too old and frumpy a plane. Getting to LAX … Read More
Yes, I was a skeptic. When I hear Economy Class on a Low Cost Carrier (LCC) and Long Haul all in the same sentence… fear strikes. But, I did it and more than survived, I can easily go again, and for 225.00 to Europe, can’t beat the price. It was not without a few aches and pains, but the service … Read More
Flight Report by: The Lady Jennifer Lynn My family and I had not flown Virgin Atlantic prior to our most recent trip to London. The last long flight we took was on American to Paris, which was unbelievably uncomfortable. With Virgin Atlantic, the online the check-in was seamless, with no wait to check our bags at the airport. What I … Read More
After a 2 hour layover in Toronto, and have US Immigrations in Canada (fascinating procedure), time to hop on the final segment back home to LAX… In 5-hours, back where the weather is better than anywhere else in the world. I know, just flew around it. Of course, there is some technical problem, and some gadget in the cockpit needs … Read More
Flying Virgin Atlantic is always a pleasure, and I’ve flown this route in the 747-400, A340 and now finally the Dreamliner. So I was quite happy to try out the updated Virgin Pods. The Upper Class product holds up to it’s established standards… above the basic International Business Class but not as fussy as First Class can get. Flying VA … Read More
