As someone who’s flown with virtually every budget airline in Europe, from Ryanair’s no-frills routes to easyJet’s orange-liveried cabins, I’ve learned to assess low-cost carriers with a balance of expectation and realism. Among them, Vueling Airlines stands out as a fascinating case: a hybrid low-cost airline that tries to bridge affordability with some semblance of … Read more
Flying First Class is about more than seat width or food quality, it’s about the full experience, especially when you’re crossing the Pacific. I’ve flown First Class on every major U.S. carrier, but Hawaiian Airlines offers something distinct: a calm, cultural immersion that starts the moment you board. It’s not just premium, it’s personal, warm, … Read more
Flying ANA (All Nippon Airways) is not just a journey across continents, it’s an immersion into precision, discipline, and elegance that defines Japanese aviation. Having flown ANA numerous times over the past decade, across domestic short hauls and ultra-long-haul transpacific flights, I can confidently say this is not your average flag carrier. ANA sets a … Read more
After flying with China Airlines numerous times over the last decade, across short-haul Asia routes and long-haul transpacific legs, I’ve had enough experience to form a well-rounded, evidence-based opinion. In this review, I’ll break down every aspect that matters: from safety and punctuality to inflight comfort and service quality. I’ll also include hard data, industry … Read more
I’ve flown with SAS Airlines more times than I can count, short hauls, transatlantic, winter hops to the Arctic Circle, and business runs to continental hubs. Over the years, I’ve seen this airline evolve, hold its Scandinavian identity tight, and occasionally falter under pressure. This review goes beyond a basic summary. I’m sharing facts, figures, … Read more
If you’ve ever browsed long-haul flight options between Europe and Asia, or transatlantic routes from the U.S. to the Middle East, chances are high that Turkish Airlines came up with surprisingly competitive Business Class fares. Over the years, I’ve flown Turkish Airlines Business Class more than 30 times, across aircraft types and destinations , from … Read more
I’ve flown with nearly every major airline, from the Gulf giants to boutique European carriers, and each offers a unique take on comfort, service, and efficiency. But whenever someone asks me, “Is Singapore Airlines really that good?”, I answer with a confident yes , and not just because of the hype. Singapore Airlines (SIA) has … Read more
As someone who’s spent thousands of hours in the air reviewing dozens of budget airlines, from the tarmac at Minneapolis-St. Paul to tucking into the tight seats of low-cost carriers across the U.S., Sun Country Airlines has always intrigued me. It’s not as infamous as Spirit, nor as headline-grabbing as Southwest, but it fills a … Read more
I’ve flown Spirit Airlines more times than I can count, sometimes out of curiosity, other times out of necessity. As someone who analyzes the airline industry for a living and regularly flies both full-service and ultra-low-cost carriers (ULCCs), I know exactly what you’re getting with Spirit. The airline’s reputation is divisive. Some call it a … Read more
Flying long-haul on a budget has always felt like chasing a unicorn. Over the past decade, I’ve reviewed dozens of budget airlines, some promising, many disappointing. But French Bee caught my attention for two reasons: aggressive pricing and modern aircraft. I’ve flown with French Bee multiple times, on routes from Paris to San Francisco, New … Read more