June 16, 2025
Review: EVA Air 777 Premium Economy (BKK-LHR)
A review of EVA Air's 777 premium economy product on the longstanding fifth-freedom route from Bangkok to London Heathrow.
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June 11, 2025
Jetstar Asia Ceases Operations Amidst Fierce Competition and Operating Costs
Singapore-based Jetstar Asia is ceasing operations after 21 years. One of the many losses is feeder traffic into Qantas' Singapore-London flight.
June 9, 2025
Review: Greater Bay Airlines 737 (HKG-BKK)
A review of Greater Bay Airlines, Hong Kong's new Chinese-owned low-cost carrier which now operates 14 routes out of Hong Kong.
June 9, 2025
The Non-British Guide To Landing At Heathrow
I've landed at Heathrow Airport countless times without eGate access in the past 6 years. Here's when it's smooth, and when it sucks.
June 8, 2025
Review: Air France 777 [NEW] Premium (CDG-YYZ)
A review of Air France's updated Premium product on the Boeing 777-200ER – does it match the airline's recent upward trajectory?
May 28, 2025
Review: Jet2 737 (STN-SPU)
A review of British holidaymaker airline Jet2, often regarded as one of the friendliest, on the 2h 35m flight from Stansted to Split.
May 27, 2025
Luton vs. Stansted: “London’s” Two Mega-Giant Low-Cost Hubs
London has two major low-cost airports, neither of which are actually situated in London. How do they compare against one another in 2025?
May 21, 2025
Flibco Buses: A Cheaper Way From London To Stansted, If You Plan Well
A new bus emerged from Stansted to London last month, and it's much cheaper than the Stansted Express in some cases. Here's my experience.
May 15, 2025
My Flight Today Didn’t Have A Window Shade…
My flight today didn't feature a window shade. Who else does this, and why is this not more common practice amongst low-cost airlines?
May 14, 2025
Review: HK Express A321 (MNL-HKG)
A review of Hong Kong's low-cost carrier, HK Express, from MNL to HKG - I'll detail the ground experience, seat, and buy-on-board selection.
May 10, 2025
The Alviator Family Review: Cathay Pacific The Bridge, Hong Kong (HKG) [NEW, 2025]
I sent my family to Cathay Pacific's newly opened The Bridge at HKG. Here's their review, with a few comments added from me.
May 8, 2025
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.
May 8, 2025
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?
May 7, 2025
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.
May 7, 2025
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.
May 6, 2025
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?
May 3, 2025
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?
May 2, 2025
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?
May 1, 2025
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.
April 30, 2025
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.