Hello everybody, it was just around 24 hours ago when my dad and I bumped into Dennis at the gate! We said hello, and he was very friendly, and we had an interesting conversation about his work relating to Qatar and our experiences with them. He told us that he had this video coming out hopefully tomorrow (now today), and here it is. Given he was only 4 or so minutes into the editing I think it's worth recognising his effort to finish this off quickly so we could enjoy! Thank you Dennis, and I hope to see you again at some point :). Have a great flight
Thank you for your lovely comment and kind words. It was a race to get it all finished today but happy how it turned out. Really nice to meet you guys yesterday. Happy travels!
@@DennisBunnikTravels love your videos very informative, why do you touch the plane fuselage with your boarding pass when entering? I assume is it just a superstition thing? We are lucky enough to be flying to Melbourne by Singapore Airlines business from Munich so looking forward to that. Happy travels.
Hi Dennis. That cabin may look retro, but it still looked quite comfy. ! I love the fact that they used such lovely silverware to serve hot drinks, too.
That looked like a delightful flight! All the important things were there...good service, food, and seat. I wouldn't hesitate to take this flight. Thanks! I really enjoy your videos.
That's looks so fun to do morning exercise together on the airplane. I wish every airline would do that. It's good to start the day while still sitting on the airplane. 😃
Flew them recently from Incheon to Almaty. Completely agree that the business cabin was (slightly) dated, but the meal service and crew were utterly fantastic.
Hi Dennis, many thanks for this video. We just used the Arex train from Seoul to Incheon, fantastic slick service! I only found out about it through watching your video- I was researching Asiana , who we did choose in the end for London to Sydney, with a city stopover. Thank you 🙏
Thank you for your organic review. It's refreshing to focus on the overall experience rather than just how grand the seats are and how flash the plane is. To me also, the spirit of the crew is sometimes even more important.
Really interesting insight. That seat needed a topper matress. Looked like good service made up for the retro elements. Thanks for sharing your experiences - always a welcome unique take. Hello from London : - )
Great video, as always Dennis and I love the rail connection directly to the airport that includes baggage check-in, security and immigration as it makes travel so much easier from the city center.
The well-thought out, convenience that large Asian cities provide to travelers is quite good. The bag drop/check in at the rail station in the city reminds me of Cathay Pacific in HK or EVA in Taipei. Great video!
Great video, as allways. Really looked fine, the cabin I mean. Great food aswell. Thank you for your effort Dennis and you know, love from the netherlands🇾🇪😘👋
Til that if youre flying Asian from Seoul to Sydney, you can literally have the option to check in (yes check in with your bags and stuff) at the train station in Seoul by buying a ticket, get the train to the terminal, go through the usual airport formailities, and then fly!
It’s possible to use the same procedure in Hong Kong as well. Before taking AirPort Express train you can check-in luggage up 24 hours before departure. Very convenient
You are one of the best of the RU-vid flight reviewers. Do you find yourself getting recognized by the cabin crew as you board? Do you think they have someone who keeps track of the more popular reviewers like yourself, and gives the airlines a heads up when they book a flight? I follow a few of these channels. Sometimes the person doing the review seems to get special attention. Do you think the airlines give you preferential treatment to help ensure a more positive review? I'm just curious. Love your channel!
Everything about the experience looks superb, all the food excellent. Maybe need to fluff up the mattresses a bit and a rethink the colours but everything else looks on point. Especially the tea & coffee service! I've never seen that in the air except when showing the Comet, definitely something to enjoy.
I assume that you have never done the Hong Kong Airport Metro service. On arrival, they ask which hotel you are staying at and then tell you which bus to catch at the other end. Most efficient. The first time that I did the return (hotel, train with baggage for Qantas sent through automagically) I had one of the most bizarre starts. At about 6am I walked out of the hotel, foggy outside and sort of daylight, to the U shaped drive and walked toward the end when it joined the roundabout. There was a service road on my left, and a white Mercedes with white wedding ribbon driving slowly along the service road where I was standing on the kerb. There was a male driving and a female in the passenger seat. when it was 10-15 metres away from me, a number of sirens went off, two Police motorbikes pulled up and a plain white van raced in. The van disgorged a number of uniformed police complete with sub-machine guns. They arrested the occupants of the Mercedes. This all happened in less than 60 seconds, or so it seemed. My taxi arrived and took me to the station. The taxi-driver asked me what had happened! Anyway, I enjoyed your video as usual. I have been to South Korea three times on business and the efficiency of everything is a delight. Although the traffic is tedious.
Great video Dennis! Really enjoyed that one! 😅 The Asiana 🇰🇷 A330 still looked pretty good even though you didn’t ACTUALLY fly their A330 the B777-200ER is better! 😅 I’m biased though as I will ALWAYS TAKE a 777 or 787 over any A330 or A350! 😂 Cheers 🥂 mate
Fantastic stuff Dennis! Awesome review as ever. I'm heading to Korea in October, would be keen to check out one of their newer onboard products if available!
I love Asiana business class, it is my default between London and Sydney. On my first flight with them, I gave a crew a Thank You card because they were so lovely. Every crew member then came to my seat, thanked me and presented me with a gift that they had found among the washbags and other amenities. They need bigger wine glasses, though. Hic....
Flew Asiana business a few months back to Tokyo. Same main course which was excellent! I had no idea about the the check in at Seoul Station - good to know! Always had a very pleasant experience flying with them!
It's not that unusual in Asia - I love Airline check-in at train stations in Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong (both on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon side). Used it many times, it's such a time saver. Airline selection differs, but you should be fine with domestic airline plus big ones (Emirates, Singapore Airlines, United...). Great feature.
Nice video Dennis, was great it turned into a 777 - I think in this day and age it’s essential that J class has a mattress cover and p.j’s to be a competitive player
HI Dennis Another great video well I have never travelled on Asiana you seemed to have a great trip. Well I agree with you that the Business Class Cabin seemed to look very dated and hope they update this to a more homely cabin.
in Jan I took the Asiana A380 and A350 in Business SYD > ICN > LAX return. For 5500aud worth every cent! The food was amazing, the crew were amazing. The only thing I wish they had was individual air vents but those are a thing of the past these days.
I know Asiana cabin decor and IFE are kind of a bad joke at this point but I've found their service impeccable, even in economy. Furthermore they are one of the few airlines that still give 100% miles even on quite cheap fares. 3-3-3 seating on the 777 is also a rarity these days. It will be a sad day if/when the merger with KE happens because I doubt these benefits will survive on the merged carrier.
Hi Dennis, thank you for this review. Korea is a definite on a diminishing bucket list, so how to get there in style is one step closer, assuming they code share with you know who?
Haven’t flown Asiana yet, but “researching” via your videos as an option from Japan (with points). I’ll be interested to see what you think of Latam. That flight was my first ever business class experience . Happy travels 🎉
Hey Dennis - another great review thanks! Did you notice if the train station check in was available for other carriers too? I think I could make out some Skyteam branding in the video but would be great to know if you saw it was available for OW carriers too. Cheers!
Great review as always. We love Asiana. They’ve got the BEST Star Alliance loyalty program of anyone. Sadly they’re being merged into Korean Air and will become a Sky Team member.
Check in at KLIA Central Station in Kuala Lumpur for several major airlines, drop off baggage, take express train direct into airport. All sorted!! Collect baggage at your destination. Easy Peasy. Take note Australia International Airports.
I flew Asiana business class last year, you should look into their entertainment. There were like 5 movies and that's all. Not English ones, no, no, the entire system.
Hi Dennis, I'm looking at flying to the UK and Scotland next year, business class via Emirates. I'm even considering upgrading one of my legs to first class through miles. Interested to know if I can book through you guys? Leaving from Perth and only fly A380's all the way.
I will take the Asiana Airline from SYD to ICN, and I found the left side of cabin is almost be chosen, and right side is avaliable. what is the reason? left side for SYD city view?
