Airlines
Review: Smartwings 737 Economy Class (SPU-PRG)
A review of Czech low-cost carrier Smartwings on the 1h 35m flight from Split to Prague. Is the airline's tarnished reputation justified?
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 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.