In the realm of European air travel, few carriers match the reputation of Swiss International Air Lines, or simply SWISS. I’ve flown with SWISS across short-haul and long-haul routes, both in economy and business class. From Zürich to Johannesburg, from Geneva to London, and long stretches over the Atlantic, my impression has remained consistent: Swiss … Read more
As someone who’s flown well over 100,000 miles annually for the past 15 years, I’ve experienced nearly every facet of Delta Airlines, economy red-eyes, transatlantic business class, hub-to-hub domestic flights, and regional segments on Delta Connection. Among the big three U.S. legacy carriers, Delta, United, and American, Delta often claims to be the most reliable … Read more
Flying across continents often exposes an airline’s true DNA, how it handles long-haul fatigue, logistics, culture, and service. I’ve flown with nearly every major African carrier and dozens of international competitors. Ethiopian Airlines stands out, not just in Africa, but globally. It’s a case study in transformation, and this review answers a direct question I … Read more
I’ve flown Alaska Airlines over 70 times in the past decade, coast to coast, up and down the West Coast, and on transcontinental red-eyes. From their Seattle hub to far-off destinations like Honolulu and Fort Lauderdale, Alaska has always intrigued me for one specific reason: they don’t try to be flashy, but they do try … Read more
As someone who’s flown nearly every major U.S. carrier across both domestic and transpacific routes, I approach airline “comfort” upgrades with healthy skepticism. They often promise more than they deliver, an inch here, a snack there, rarely enough to justify the cost. Hawaiian Airlines’ Extra Comfort seating claims to offer more than that. After flying … Read more
After over a dozen flights with Vietnam Airlines across Southeast Asia and beyond, from Ho Chi Minh City to Tokyo, Hanoi to Frankfurt, I’ve come to appreciate its balance between affordable travel and reliable full-service quality. As Vietnam’s national carrier, it doesn’t try to rival Emirates or Singapore Airlines in luxury. But for regional and … Read more
United Airlines is one of those names that sparks polarizing opinions. I’ve flown United hundreds of times over the past decade, across domestic routes, transatlantic sectors, and ultra-long-haul flights. From cramped regional jets to the luxury of Polaris business class on a Boeing 787-10, I’ve experienced both ends of the spectrum. This review breaks down … Read more
Flying with Japan Airlines (JAL) never feels like just getting from point A to B. As someone who’s logged over 250,000 miles with this airline, across economy, business, and first, I’ve experienced its consistency firsthand. Japan Airlines blends Japanese tradition with modern aviation standards, and this combination sets it apart in today’s competitive market. But … Read more
I’ve flown Scoot more than a dozen times over the past few years , from quick hops between Southeast Asian cities to longer hauls between Singapore and Australia. As someone who tracks airline performance closely and obsesses over cost-efficiency in travel, I’ve seen Scoot evolve, expand, and occasionally frustrate. The question I get most often: … Read more
I’ve flown with American Airlines more times than I can count, domestically, internationally, in coach, and in business. After years of using the carrier across all service classes and routes, I’ve come to expect certain things: reliable hubs, a vast route network, and inconsistent service quality. But with shifting industry standards, labor disruptions, and evolving … Read more