Air France’s Lovely A220 Short-haul Economy Experience
I flew Air France's A220 in economy from Lisbon to Paris. This objectively mediocre flight was one of the best intra-European flights I've flown.
5 Hours in Manila: A Foodie Fly-By
My dad and I spent a day trip in Manila, though my outbound flight was hit by a 1.5 hour delay. How did we salvage our time in this city?
Cathay Pacific’s The Bridge Lounge Reopens With New Look
Cathay Pacific has just reopened "The Bridge" at HKG. After being majorly refreshed, it might be a contender for the best lounge at the airport.
Review: Cebu Pacific A330neo (HKG-MNL)
A review of Cebu Pacific's 459-seat A330neo, potentially the world's densest airliner, on a flight from Hong Kong to Manila.
Review: Kyra Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG)
The Kyra Lounge Hong Kong opened in 2024 as a Priority Pass alternative. How does the lounge compare to others in the network?
Review: Cathay Pacific A350 Premium Economy (SIN-HKG)
I flew Cathay Pacific's premium economy class on the dreaded redeye flight from Singapore to Hong Kong. What is one of these flights like?
Review: Emirates A380 Business Class (DXB-SIN)
A review of Emirates' aging A380 business class from Dubai to Singapore. Does it still shine in the same way it did 17 years ago?
Review: Emirates Business Lounge Concourse A, Dubai Airport (DXB)
Here's my review of Emirates' 10,000 sq. m lounge at Dubai Airport, featuring amenities including a cigar bar and boarding from the lounge.
Hong Kong Airlines Is Back (Sort Of): Upgraded Catering, Amenities
Hong Kong Airlines is bringing back restaurant-style catering in all cabin classes, as well as upgrading their overall soft product.
Saudia’s New Lounge at Heathrow’s Terminal 4 – Exclusive Details
Saudia is opening a new lounge at Heathrow's Terminal 4, which will serve as the main lounge for all SkyTeam airlines. It looks great!
My First Time Flying Within The U.S. – Weirdly Similar to Flying Domestically within China?
It was my first time flying within the U.S., an experience familiar to many. I found it oddly similar to flying intra-China – here's why.
Review: Vueling A320 (BCN-LGW)
I flew Vueling's A320 from Barcelona to London. Here's what to expect on this giant Spanish ULCC, which flies flights of up to 4 hours.
Review: Flying A Loganair Turboprop Out Of Heathrow Airport (LHR-DND)
I flew a 42-seater turboprop out of Europe's largest airport, on Loganair, Scotland's airline. Here's how that went.
Review: Emirates A380 Premium Economy (LHR-DXB)
I flew Emirates' all-new A380 premium economy between London and Dubai. Here's a full review including the seat, service, catering, and more.
Trip Report Introduction: eEK BRo, wHBat A CXrazy 5JUOrney
I won't win an award for good trip report titles, though here's how I booked my seven flights on six airlines to and from Hong Kong.
Review: Qantas A380 Premium Economy (SIN-LHR)
A review of Qantas' A380 premium economy on the fifth-freedom flight from Singapore to London, part of the airline's flagship route.
Review: Jetstar Asia A320 (HKT-SIN)
A review of Jetstar Asia on the two-hour flight from Phuket to Singapore, including the seat, buy-on-board food options, and more.
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A Surprisingly Enjoyable Phuket Airport Hotel Layover
I was dreading spending 12 hours in Phuket before my delayed flight out, though I ended up enjoying my day room, which involved a swim.
Review: JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort Suites (Khao Lak, Thailand)
A review of the JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort Suites, a 52-suite extension to the resort, where we stayed in a Two-Bedroom Loft Suite.