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
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
Budget travel in the U.S. has always come with trade-offs: low fares, yes, but often with unpredictable reliability, stripped-down service, and fees on top of fees. In that arena, Avelo Airlines is one of the newest names, and I’ve personally flown with them multiple times across the U.S. since they launched in 2021. Many travelers … Read more
When it comes to booking flights online, travelers are more cautious than ever. I get it , with the surge of third-party travel platforms promising rock-bottom fares, the line between “cheap” and “risky” can get blurry fast. That brings us to Alternative Airlines , a UK-based flight booking platform that’s been gaining momentum among budget-conscious … Read more
If you’re flying to or between the Hawaiian Islands, chances are Hawaiian Airlines will be at the top of your list. I’ve flown with them extensively, inter-island, to the U.S. mainland, and across the Pacific. Over the years, I’ve observed what they consistently do well and where they still lag behind. In this detailed review, … Read more
I’ve flown with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines more times than I can count, across continents, in every cabin class, and in every season. As the world’s oldest airline still operating under its original name, KLM carries more than just passengers, it carries a legacy. But heritage isn’t everything. In this review, I’ll break down KLM’s … Read more
I’ve flown with Philippine Airlines more times than I can count, short domestic hops, long-haul routes from Los Angeles to Manila, and even transits via Cebu. With over 100 flight hours logged across multiple aircraft types and cabin classes, I can confidently answer one of the most asked questions: Does Philippine Airlines truly deliver “Filipino … Read more
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