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Review: United Airlines 777-300ER Business Class San Francisco – Manila
I tend to avoid inaugural flights because you often get special service and special meals onboard, making the review somewhat unique, but much less valuable. Rather than fly United Airlines’ new San Francisco – Manila route on its first day of operation, I flew it on the second day in...
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Plaza Premium Lounge in DFW airport
I forgot that there is a Plaza Premium Lounge in DFW airport because I always use the Capital One Lounge in Terminal D when I fly. This week I got to try it. The lounge is in Terminal E near gate 31. https://www.plazapremiumlounge.com/en-uk/find/americas/united-states-of-america/dallas-fort-worth/dfw-international-airport/domestic-departures-terminal-e It is a small lounge, only about...
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Review: Missing Half of the Entrees, American Flagship First (JFK-LAX)
Background: I have flown on the American Airlines A321 Transcon in Flagship First on numerous occasions from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX). I find it to be one of the best ways to fly coast to coast, although it certainly has room for improvement. The major highlight that...
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Flight Review Showdown: WestJet Versus Air Canada Rouge
I flew between Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) roundtrip… The post Flight Review Showdown: WestJet Versus Air Canada Rouge appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Review: Qantas A380 First Class Sydney – Los Angeles
My journey home from Sydney to Los Angeles on the Qantas A380 in first class was quite pleasant overall with a heavenly bed and superb onboard cuisine, though the service did not feel much like first class. Nevertheless, I would argue there is no better way to fly between California...
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Flight Review: Air France A350-900 Business Class – YYZ-CDG
We spent a weekend in Paris and got there thanks to a good fare… The post Flight Review: Air France A350-900 Business Class – YYZ-CDG appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
JetBlue Mint Review: Cross-Country Comfort Thanks to “Move to Mint”
After years of travel over which I've logged more than half a million miles in the air, I was able to enjoy JetBlue Mint. It's been on the list of cabins to fly for ages.  The trip was also an incredible value, thanks to a Move to Mint upgrade. The...
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Admirals Club airport lounge in San Francisco
I visited the Admirals Club airport lounge in San Francisco. Prospecting for Admirals Club membership: I don’t have membership so I thought it would be good to see if it should supplement or replace my present lounge access. Checked in at the lower level and then went up in the...
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American AAdvantage Gold Upgrade: E175 First Class Raleigh to New York
Background: I was heading back from Raleigh to New York on a quick weekend trip and booked the last nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to New York (JFK) for the night to maximize my day in the area. To my surprise, I cleared an American Airlines AAdvantage Gold Upgrade for...
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Review: Qantas A380 Premium Economy Class Los Angeles – Sydney
I enjoyed a surprisingly lovely 15-hour flight on Qantas aboard the Airbus A380 in premium economy class from Los Angeles to Sydney. It was not a flawless product, but was a very solid one. Qantas A380 Premium Economy Class Review I booked my seat for 65,000 American Airlines AAdvantage miles....
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Review: American A319 Main Cabin Extra (LGA-RDU)
Background: I needed to get to Raleigh, and American Airlines had the best-priced flights. I was surprised to have found a $90 roundtrip in basic economy. Mixed with the fact that I have American Advantage Gold status, it was a no-brainer! Even with basic economy, with my Gold Status, I...
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Breeze A220 Review: SFO to Richmond the Nicer Way
The Breeze A220 is a great way to cross the country. It beats the mainline competition in multiple ways, and stands above the other low cost carriers as well. It's hard to beat a brand new plane with comfortable seats, friendly flight attendants, and ample legroom.
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Flight Review: Air France 777-200ER Business Class – CDG-ATL
After spending some time in Luxembourg and Budapest to visit Christmas markets, we were… The post Flight Review: Air France 777-200ER Business Class – CDG-ATL appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Review: United Airlines A321neo Economy Class (Inaugural Flight)
I flew from Houston to Chicago in economy class on the very first Airbus A321neo commercial flight for United Airlines, an enjoyable journey that turned out a bit different than I had anticipated. Inaugural Flight: United Airlines A321neo Economy Class Review I already gave you a sneak peek of what...
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Review: “Even More Space” JetBlue Exit Row A321 Classic (LAX-JFK)
BACKGROUND: Earlier this week I flew on a JetBlue flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (JFK) and ended up in the JetBlue Exit Row Even More Space Seats. This is my last flight that grandfathered the old JetBlue and American Northeast Alliance reciprocal benefits as that has ended....