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

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