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Trip Report Introduction: A350ing Home For Christmas
An introduction of my trip report featuring British Airways and Japan Airlines' A350 premium economy, Greater Bay Airlines' Premium, and more.
Review: Finnair A350 Economy Class, Premium Seat (HEL-LHR)
A review of Finnair's A350 economy class on an intra-Europe flight, where I paid extra to sit in one of their premium economy seats.
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge, Helsinki (HEL)
A review of the 445 sq. m Plaza Premium Lounge at Helsinki Airport, accessible to AmEx Platinum and Priority Pass cardholders.
Review: Finnair A350 Premium Economy (PVG-HEL)
A review of Finnair's A350 premium economy on the 14h 15m flight from Shanghai to Helsinki, detailing the seat, amenities, catering, and more.
Review: No. 170 VIP Lounge, Shanghai Pudong T2 (PVG)
A review of the No. 170 lounge at Shanghai PVG Airport, a Plaza Premium-affiliated lounge open to AmEx Platinum and Priority Pass cardholders.
Review: Cathay Pacific Refreshed A330 Regional Business Class (HKG-PVG)
A review of Cathay Pacific business class from Hong Kong to Shanghai, featuring their refreshed seat with new upholstery and USB-C charging.
Review: Cathay Pacific The Bridge Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG) [2025]
A review of Cathay Pacific's The Bridge lounge at Hong Kong Airport, which re-opened after a refurbishment in 2024.
Review: Aer Lingus A321XLR AerSpace (LHR-DUB)
Aer Lingus operates a few flights around Europe with their longhaul narrowbody product. Here's my review of one such flight.
A Comically Frustrating Travel Day That Every Aviation Blogger Can Relate To Once In A While
I’m flying to Dublin to attend a couple of Dublin Aviation Week events, and had a bit of…
Review: Cathay Pacific The Pier Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG) [2025]
Review Overview THE ALVIATOR'S VERDICT I want to give this lounge a higher rating, especially because it used…
Review: Cathay Pacific The Wing Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG) [2025]
A review of Cathay Pacific's The Wing lounge at Hong Kong Airport, the airline's tertiary lounge at their hub airport.
Review: China Eastern A330 Economy Class (PVG-SZX)
A review of China Eastern's A330 economy flight on the domestic shuttle from Shanghai to Shenzhen, one of 25 daily flights on the route.
Review: China Eastern Domestic Lounge 35, Shanghai (PVG)
A review of China Eastern's domestic lounge at Shanghai PVG Airport. Apart from business class passengers, AmEx cardholders can also access this lounge.
Review: China Eastern A350 Premium Economy (MAD-PVG)
A review of China Eastern's A350 premium economy class on the 12h 50m flight from Madrid to Shanghai, including seats, catering, and more.
Review: uVe Hotel Alcobendas (Madrid, Spain)
A review of the 176-room uVe hotel Alcobendas, situated in the Alcobendas municipality a short shuttle ride from Madrid Airport.
My Favourite Flight Times Between Asia And Europe
I've flown countless flights between Asia and Europe, and am starting to develop a preference for when I'd like these flights to be.
What Time Do You Get To The Airport Before Your Flight?
Airlines say get to the airport three hours before. The "airport theory" suggests fifteen minutes before. Here's how I pick the in-between.
Review: Air Europa 737 Economy Class (ALC-MAD)
A brief review of my domestic Air Europa flight between Alicante and Madrid, including the booking process and onboard experience.
Review: British Airways Business Lounge, London Gatwick (LGW)
A review of British Airways' business class lounge at London Gatwick Airport, open to business class passengers and Oneworld Sapphire members.
Trip Report Introduction: A MAD Trip Through HEL (and China)
In Nov 2025, I flew through Madrid, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Helsinki, to review China Eastern and Finnair A350 premium economy (among others).