It has been more than three years since Lufthansa unveiled its new business class product…and we may never end up seeing it. Or maybe we’ll see it sooner than we expect. Either way, Lufthansa seems to be dithering on its new business class product. Lufthansa Dithering On New Business Class Seat In November 2017, Lufthansa […]
My First Flight (A Lufthansa Review From My Daughter)
Nearly four years ago, my son Augustine offered a “review” of his first flight, a United 787-9 from Los Angeles to London. In the spirit of equality, my daughter Claire Marie will offer her own “impressions” of my recently-reviewed Lufthansa A350 flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt in business class, her very first flight. Hopefully at […]
Review: Lufthansa A350 Business Class
I was impressed by both great service and tasty meals on my very first Lufthansa A350 flight. This business class review covers my journey from Los Angeles to Frankfurt with my wife and two children. Lufthansa A350 Business Class Review Booking We booked two tickets with Avianca LifeMiles (63,500 miles each via American Express Membership […]
A Stunning New Cathay Pacific First Class Suite Concept
Design firm Yellow Window has unveiled a beautiful new first class suite concept for Cathay Pacific. While not transformative, the elegance and simplicity of the design makes for a beautiful first class product. Cathay Pacific New First Class Cathay Pacific’s current first class cabin consists of six semi-enclosed suites onboard the Boeing 777-300ER in a […]
First Impressions: Lufthansa A350 Business Class
My family flew Lufthansa nonstop from Los Angeles to Frankfurt last week onboard the Airbus A350-900 in business class. It was a great award redemption and a great flight. My First Impressions of Lufthansa A350 Business Class Avianca LifeMiles can be frustrating when partner award space is blocked, but during the last promotion you could […]
Review: United Airlines 787-9 Polaris Business Class – International Pandemic Edition
Tremendous service and a comfortable seat made up for a reduced serving offering, but I have to admit my flight from Frankfurt to San Francisco greatly exceeded my expectations. This United Airlines Polaris business class review will give you an idea of what to expect during the pandemic on United’s recently retrofitted 787-9. United Airlines […]
Review: Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Frankfurt – Pandemic Edition
While the physical space has not changed, do not expect much in terms of amenities if you’re traveling through a Lufthansa Business Class lounge in Frankfurt during the pandemic, at least for now. Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Frankfurt Review – Pandemic My visit occurred shortly after Germany re-instituted a nationwide partial lockdown and that required […]
Review: Frankfurt Airport Coronavirus Testing
Frankfurt Airport offers a streamlined, efficient, and relatively safe system for performing coronavirus testing. My post-flight test was processed quickly and results delivered within hours. This review will provide a step-by-step guide of how to obtain coronavirus testing at Frankfurt Airport. Coronavirus Testing At Frankfurt (FRA) Airport – A Review Step One – Register In […]
The Dynamic Duo In Lufthansa First Class
I addressed the tremendous service I received in Lufthansa First Class in my recent 747-8 flight review, but feel such outstanding service deserves a special shoutout. The dynamic duo that served first class passengers on my flight to Frankfurt was flawless and should be an inspiration not only to flight attendants, but anyone who prizes […]
Onboard The Final Lufthansa 747-8 From Los Angeles In First Class
I recently had the pleasure of flying on the final Lufthansa 747-8 out of Los Angeles in first class. In fact, it was the final Lufthansa first class flight departing the United States until at least spring 2021. And it was one for the ages. I Flew On The Final Lufthansa First Class Flight From […]
Whew: Lufthansa Reaffirms Commitment To First Class, Despite Pandemic
For the first time in decades, Lufthansa will not offer a single flight to the USA with a first class cabin. The majority of its fleet with first class seating has been mothballed. But worry not: Lufthansa still has no plans to abandon first class. Even During Pandemic, Lufthansa Still Commits To First Class Zach […]
Review: Finnair A321 Business Class
Finnair offers a lovely service onboard its European flights in business class with a hot meal, attentive service, and high-speed internet. This review covers my A321 flight from Helsinki to Paris. Finnair A321 Business Class Review Check-In I arrived at the airport via train, which meant quite a long walk to the check-in desk in […]
Japan Air Lines Appears To Be Limiting First Class Awards Via Partners
Japan Air Lines is one of my favorite first class products in the world. The service and food are over the top. Thus, it is with sadness that I share that JAL now seems to be restricting first class award space issued via partner programs. JAL has been a long-term source for business and first […]
Lufthansa Shows Us The Way Forward With Onboard Service
Lufthansa has chosen not to engage in hygiene theatre on longhaul flights and for that I think it deserves great praise. Don’t expect many changes to Lufthansa’s onboard service model. Lufthansa’s New Onboard Service Won’t Change (Much) Lufthansa is taking a distinctly opposite approach to Turkish Airlines and will maintain full service on most flights, […]
Lufthansa A380 Operations Won’t Return To Frankfurt
Lufthansa has retired seven of its 14 Airbus A380 aircraft in response to COVID-19. Now the carrier has revealed that the A380 will not return to Frankfurt. Lufthansa Faces Same A380 Issues As Other Carriers Carriers around the world are retiring A380 aircraft. Air France became the first airline to officially retire its entire A380 […]
Lufthansa And Cathay Pacific May Cancel 777-9 Orders
With passenger demand low and resources scarce, Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa are reportedly in talks with Boeing to defer or cancel 777-9 (777X) deliveries. Cathay Pacific Wants To Cancel 777-9 Order Cathay Pacific ordered 21 777-9 aircraft, set to be delivered between 2021-2024. This 777 variant is larger and more fuel efficient than the current […]
Review: TAP Air Portugal A320 Business Class
Winter fog delayed my TAP Air Portugal flight to Lisbon, but the onboard experience was mostly satisfactory. I purchased a cheap one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Boston via Lisbon in business class and this was the first segment, operating at the early hour of 6:05AM. TAP Air Portugal 573 Frankfurt (FRA) – Lisbon (LIS) Monday, January 13 […]
New American Airlines Business Class Seats Are Only Half The Battle
News leaked yesterday of two new business class seats under consideration by American Airlines. While either seat looks promising, both must come with a corresponding investment in the soft product. We know that American Airlines is testing new business class seats out because Dallas-area top-tier flyers were invited to sleep tests. But those are highly […]
Lufthansa Has Really Hit Rock Bottom In Economy Class
Hey, it’s time for another Lufthansa Economy Class trip report from Los Angeles to Frankfurt. It just gets worse and worse… I flew from LAX-FRA aboard the A380 last Friday and did economy class again because…well, we’re tightening our belts and my miles are not unlimited. So let’s go. Lufthansa 457 Los Angeles (LAX) – Frankfurt […]
Booked! Turkish Airlines A321neo + 787-9 Business Class
I spent the weekend in Germany and decided I will return to California in a different way than my usual United Polaris or Lufthansa First Class. This time, I’m trying two new products on Turkish Airlines. Turkish Airlines Last-Minute Award Space It seems that Turkish rarely (if ever) opens up last-minute award space to Los […]
