FLYING A SANCTIONED AIRLINE TO IRAN 

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That station manager really loves his job and is a great brand ambassador for Mahan Air!

I have an Iranian business acquaintance with whom I’ve done business with for over 20 years here in Texas. Not only is he one of the nicest gentlemen I have ever met, his word is his absolute bond.

I am an Arab. I love Iranians. They are very generous, more than us ! and kind. Very emotional ppl, it’s like they like u on the spot. I am so so sorry for what they are going though in their country. AND most of them are just GORGEOUS. I LOVE THEM.

I visited Iran in 1979 with my Iranian college friends. We are still friends to this day and I am considered Uncle to his children who write to me. Thank you Josh for this: the Iranian people that I met and those that I have now known for years - are the kindest, most joyful and soul minded people. I was actually due to move to Iran to teach English and sadly things changed in a short period of time. With friends we visted Charlus, the Caspian Sea and what was then Bandar e Phlavi. I went to the Mosque there for prayers. I respectfully sat at the back during prayers. Upon conclusion - the most amazing event as people came up to me and greeted me and thanked me for the honor of my presence at thier Mosque. Truly a memory I will never forget. I was told that the Quran holds that those to whom a visitor may come are charged with their safety. This is the Quran that I know and respect. Throughout my time, the warmth of welcome was one that has never been matched. I can see all the faces to this day. MY friend Abdullah and I have now been friends since 1975...some 47 years. I hope to one day travel back to a country that I feel very connected to on many levels. Hard to describe. Soulful. To visit and pay respects to Abdullah brother who passed away...I taught him English back in the day in Leeds. UK. Bless his soul. I hope to seek out Mahan Air...and as I am a bit older now and retired...certainly a bucket list hpoe for me. I pulled out the photos from the Caspina Sea...and I will never forget. Thank you Josh for this video. I so enjoyed seeing your excitement. Stay safe and happy travels. Farsi baladam. Love to all. xxxx

That's the nature of an honest criticism. Honest and fair. Not just fake positive comments. Keep it up Josh.

This was so wholesome! 10:40 "Oh Mahan Air, hospitality, customer service is a priority... that's what they teach us and that's what we are going to teach our employees" - As a marketer myself, this is perfection.

Imagine how great this airline would be without all the sanctions. Iran is on my bucket list. Thanks to you and Drew Binsky.

As an Iranian who hasn’t been back to Iran since 2011 Im in tears watching this. you are so amazing for flying there and showing the world a different side to Iran than what we see in the media

I met this station manager in real life and i gotta say he’s one of the most professional and hospitable managers I’ve seen!

Funny thing about Iran. Always loved going there. And Tehran is a party town!

My best friend is Iranian and the way they treat you like a member of there family whether they know you or not is heart warming. I welcome the day I will be able to travel there and meet the rest of my friends family and see the culture and beauty of the people.

Iran is a country I always wanted to visit. I hear the people are so hospitable & incredibly welcoming. I’ve only ever seen pictures of Tehran but it looks stunning. It’s rich history I’m dying to explore. Btw the business class interior reminds me of western airline business class in the 80’s. Would have loved to have seen economy class as thats the only part I could afford. Great vid Josh. I’m off to watch the one on Iran Air now,

This is Amazing to se since I am from Iran 🇮🇷 ❤

Great video, Josh. You are absolutely correct. One of my dearest friends is from Iran who lives in Switzerland now and there are no kinder more hospitable people in the world. Truly. Thank you for sharing this much needed perspective.

I had never thought about going to Iran before. However, based on your interactions with those Terrific crew members- wonderful human beings, I really want to go to Iran, now.

I well remember as a child traveling with my mother and sister in Iran. We flew on Iran Air in DC-4 and DC-6 aircraft. Tehran to Esfahan to Shiraz and back. Quite an experience.

Iran is one of my favorites countries as well. What an amazing flight and hospitality. Great content as always.

Oh wow…. The A310 was the very first Aircraft I was trained on when I started as a Flight Attendant 31 years ago. I loved this plan. We served many Destinations back then. From European Flights, to Narobi, Teheran and so on… thank you so much for this review.

I flew with them back in like 2011 from Dusseldorf to Bangkok with a stopover in Tehran. The plane was an old Air France 747. They compensated the lack of onboard entertainment by serving one full meal after the other.

Wonderful review Josh. When you were chatting to Ahmid on the plane I could sense you welling-up with emotion as he said he would arrange a visit to Mahan Aviation, so much so I said to myself, it would make me cry...then you ended the interview with him by saying you 'felt like crying now', which I then did as I was so happy for you! Thanks for making an old man cry! As said, a wonderful review and what a beautiful plane. X

the flight attendant mr alipour,who serve you inthe flight,is the best .he is so sharp and very kind with passengers.he is the best flihgt attendant in the world.

19:50 saying "don't believe what the media says in most cases" I agree

What an amazing airline! I would love to fly to Iran with Mahan Air in the future. The crew looked so nice!

Very good Josh for saying the truth about iran 👏🏻❤️

To be honest I believe 99% of all humans in the world are nice. Its just the governments and political issues that makes the world feels unsafe but thats not true. I remember one could fly Mahan Air from Germany via Tehran to Bangkok years ago. I´d fly with them to SOA immediatelly if reasonable priced and possible again. Its a safe and good airline. Don´t see any issues and obviously everywhere in the world there are people sharing the same hobby and interests when it comes to aviation. Thus: 👍

I love Mahan Air. It is a very good airline in Iran

thank you for visiting Iran and showing its beauty to the people of the world. An Iranian living in Nashville TN.

wow looks amazing josh, i visited iran in 2004 and fell in love with the place. hoping to go again soon as its been WAY too long. the people are just the best so glad youre there and showing the world the brilliance of Iran. Although a little apprehensive about your next video! Can't wait!

As an Iranian, I’m happy that you had a good experience and also thank you for sharing this so more people around the world can be less scared of Iran 😁

this the same palne that we took when we go to thailand...during pandemic last Feb 2020 Iranian People are so very welcoming and nice people.

This was another great review. Thank you, Josh! Your comments at the end are very true. We may not agree with a certain government and its actions, but we should always be open to and respectful of a country's people and culture.

Love how fondly you speak of the country and people. Thanks for showing the beauty!

I found you by accident, and I'm so glad. Your videos are awesome and bring back fond memories of my travels. Thank you Josh

Although I have not been back home for many years now I am very proud of the people and our aviation industry back home. How awesome it would be to get more 321s and some 350s for Iran Air:) - Thanks for visiting Iran. Hope your stay was an amazing one.

That's a lovely noise from those engines and it really looks like a great experience. So cool to see Mahan still operates these A310.

Well done Mahan Air on a great PR win

Great video. Thanks Cahill

Amazingly after almost 40 years of Sanction Still doing that Good.God Bless 3000 years of the Unique and Rich Culture of Iran .The Country which Has Been Taking the Advantage of BY the foreign Powers.

Flew them back in 2017 and it was a great way to tick both the a310 and a300 off my list. So glad you got to experience it too Josh! Edit: EP-MNF is the exact a310 I flew on!

I have never met an Iranian that I have not liked, such warm kind people. Perhaps one day the barriers will come down and we can all live in harmony, I would love to visit to see the art and the historical sites

This is without a doubt a bucket list airline for me. The fact that that A310 is 32 years old and in immaculate condition is amazing! Especially considering it is heavily sanctioned, it shows how much Mayan Air is committed to an excellent passenger experience!

Iranian people are lovely and great to see how proud the crew are of thier airline and the A310

I've always wanted to visit Iran as my Iranian friends are lovely and cultured, hospitable, gracious and the history and architecture of this land.

8:40 the way he discreetly closed the screen cover. how flawlessly professional!

Such an underrated country. Keep flying happily and safely and thanks for your work and effort

Mahan air is amazing and they usually provide exceptional service. Great job guys. I am coming to see you soon and can’t wait to come back to Iran. Love this country and love Iranian people.

Absolutely loved this video! Never heard of Mahan Airlines till today and would love to visit Iran..(when they lift the covid jab restriction)...fascinating country..10/10 Josh!

I have friends who travelled from Australia then through Iran by bus from Pakistan to Türkiye many years ago. They found the Iranians very friendly and welcoming.

That's the true face of Iran.😊 Not the WEST tries to portrait of them. More power to the people Iran. Godbless.

The Iranian station manager for Mahan Air is amazing. So welcoming and genuine!

That station manager was so nice! I can't wait to see more of your adventures from Iran.

Such a beautiful vid, much appreciated. Have to say, I teared up.

Iran is an amazing country and the people so welcoming and humble . Truly truly great country people should visit

Josh, beautiful video and also beautiful people,I too believed the media about Iran but your video has certainly opened my eyes so well done young man.....Peter.

Josh, you rocked this review! Great look at Mahan and the pleasant staff. Even the loo review was special! 😃 ✈️

What I love about you is how you say the right things. Without caring about what anyone else would say / think about you.

Iran is really a beautiful country especially the people! Next time i'll fly with Mahan Air. Last time I went to Iran I flew with Salam Air.

Incredible Josh! That A310 looked so clean and way more up to date than imagined for such an old plane! Impressive hospitality and great to see they went the extra mile and give you most memorable trip. Looking forward to seeing more videos from Iran. Safe travels

A rare treat. Thanks Josh.

As an iranian i should tell all the viewers you should visit iran ,you will remember it for the rest of your life. Do not trust or believe what you see on news.iranian people are one of the most welcoming and hospital people in the world

The last and only time i've ever tried an Airbus 310 was in the early 90s on Grand Air Philippines. It was new then and did not last long in operation. You are so lucky that you're able to try one, still in good condition with Mahan Air!✈👍

I absolutely loved this review! You are so right about the Iranian people. They are really friendly and hospitable.

As a KLM air attendant for a long time I didn't really like to work on an Airbus. My all time favorite will remain the Boeing 747-200!

Iran is wonderful: people, culture, food, nature. Can’t wait to go back

Early!! Also your my favourite unbiased travel blogger along with Noel Phillips! Keep up the amazing content!!

That's what I heard about Iranians, that they are friendly and open-minded people unlikely to the gouverment. Never heard about Mahan Air but it seems really to be a good airline and I really enjoyed this video!

Thanks Josh! It was a beautiful aircraft and I was very surprised at how well maintained it was! I love your videos and your laugh! Always puts a smile on my face when I need one! Safe travels!

What lovely hospitable people, definitely changed my perception of Iran

Sanctions have proven Iran is a sophisticated, clean and hard working Country and peoples.

Brilliant Video Josh. Lovely to see the true hospitality of the Iranian people

I found this video just beautiful. Being recognised or not, I feel most of your viewers love watching your content for the excitement and discovery of the journey rather than for a review of the airline! Very exciting, I’m looking forward to what is coming up in Iran!!

Wow, and the station manager: what a travel pro! Agree that Persian tradition is full of friendship and hospitality. Of course the political situation is really subpar - but that does not change the people or the focus on clients. Well done Mahan Air team. Been in Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Emirates, Saudi Arabia - all around the gulf. How wonderful would it be if people from all these nations could just travel between these nations like Europeans between European nations - my hope: from Israel through Saudi to Iran, back via Iraq and Syria to Israel, without a visum .... People, let's just respect each other as humans! And then with the hospitality like in this film. Travel brings the world together! Thanks Josh.

This is a nice review Josh. When everyone is in a great mood like that, it just makes the travel experience so much more enjoyable and less stressful. 19:26 Exactly right mate. I agree with that message 100%. Also, almost all media have their agenda that they want to push. Some of the nicest people I have met were from that part of the world.

Thank you for this wonderful review! Long live Iran!

"obviously I'm not Noel Phillips so I don't get too excited about loo reviews" 😆. Love the banter between you lot. Really enjoyed the Africa Collab. Keep up the great work

Josh , this is a great video and what you say about the people is very true. I spent my childhood in Iran as an expat in the 1970’s - yes I’m old. We travelled alot of the beautiful country, including the chance to dip my toes in the Caspian sea. Iran has alot of history and some amazing architecture. Maybe one day I will get the chance to go back and re-live my childhood. Thank you for what you do 😊

Hi Josh! This is the first time I commented on a vid of yours (but I've been a subscriber for far longer). I liked this vid and do agree w/ your sentiments about Iran and that kind of situation. I understand. However, it's not the mainstream news media that bears the problem alone. The surge on the global stage of social media bears the brunt of the bigger problem. The irony won't be lost on you that you're part of it. Still, I'm so glad and happy that you're able to keep on doing what you love to do and letting your audience share your "adventures". Keep Smiling always!👌😉👍

I was in Iran in June it was one best vacation I ever had you don't believe me asked Josh !😊

Thank you Josh for another wonderful adventure. As a United States citizen I could not imagine travelling to Iran. In the current political enviroment. I do agree with you. The government of Iran does not reflect on the people of the country. They truly seemed wonderful. Can't wait for the next episode. Thanks again Josh.

I think it's really cool that you listened to your viewers and did a collab with Noel. It was a blast watching the videos! Thank You! 💥

I really hope that the Iranian people will experience real liberty!!! What an even greater country this could be....

Iranian aircraft are generally super clean in and out. The only issue with flying on board one is that as soon as the landing gear touches down everyone, and I mean every single passenger will stand up and start gathering their stuff to exit. Never changes.

Great video! I recommend to travel on some of the lesser known airlines in the Pacific and to try Jetstar’s new A321Neo-currently it only flies from Melbourne to Cairns. Also Aircalin’s new A330neo as i have not seen any reviews of it on RU-vid. Hello from Sydney👋🇦🇺

Great service for such a short flight. Awesome review as always.

wow what a lovely team of staff! Such great service from everyone!

Some of my good friends are Iranians while one of my best mentors is also from Iran. Iran or Persia is a lovely country and people.

Really enjoyed the video highlighting Mahan Air & its aircraft Josh. I wouldn’t think of travelling to a sanctioned country but you’ve opened my eyes. As you say people are still welcoming & happy despite what u hear.. Really look forward to your adventures Josh. Safe travels..

The Persian/Iranian people are the most loving, warm human beings I ever met. You’ll never know what hospitality is till you meet a Persian.

Hi Josh I'm from Australia and you Reilly changed my mind on Iran the people are friendly polite. The only thing I know of Iran is the news and the movie ( not without my daughter) thank you for educating me, to give you an upgrade the food just kept coming. One day I may go to Iran thank you for this video 🇦🇺

Great review and summary of your flight. Glad you enjoyed flying Mahan Air, They are an excellent airline.

Incredible content, just looked up the plane and it used to fly with Lufthansa back in the days and now it is still going strong.

Thank you so much for your message to the world of what Iran really looks like. And, hope you come over here again some time. Best wishes.

Great video, Iran looks like a nice place to visit. Hopefully the sanctions wont last too long.

mahan air is amazing. i always loved middle eastern airlines and middle eastern people.

Thank you for the great VLOG. Always fascinated with Iran (It's food, People & its rich culture & of course the wonderful poetry of Rumi) Hopefully will get to go to Iran one day despite my US Passport (will make sure I fly Mahan when I do visit). I'm curious have you uploaded videos of your first trip to Iran or plan to do so?

It was a nice experience. Congratulations for your video.

I am from Iran, and I like to write this sentence that you told with gold: Sometimes, the people of the country are very different to the government that represents them😪. Thank you for this video.

OMG, I can't believe it is in such good shape!

Ich muss gestehen, ich hätte nicht den Mut mit solchen Airlines in solchen alten Fliegern in Länder wie den Iran zu fliegen, wo Europäer jetzt nicht grad Normalität sind. Ich hätte da durchgehend ein mulmiges Gefühl. Du nimmst es immer mit Humor und Gelassenheit. Respekt.