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Wow! That's some flash breakfast.
RTW 2.5x - a DONE4 with stops in NYC, London and Italy (HCO only)
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Nov 23 actually
Forgive me it was late!Wow! That's some flash breakfast.
So I will have access to laundry in Italy and I think I’ve got enough clothes till then. Because I’m not going far out of civilisation I can always use a coin/hotel laundry if I have to
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HND–SIN
00:07–06:00, dur 6h53m
B767-300, Seat 4K
After a pleasant few hours in the lounge I had to hightail it to the gate. Despite leaving when they piped boarding I think I was the last to board… how’s that for efficiency! Or maybe no one else there had access to the Flounge, because it was quite quiet and the staff were able to identify me by name as I approached.
The B767 was pleasant enough if a bit tight. Thankfully the cabin wasn’t too warm. In usual JL fashion, they don’t give you PJs despite it being a night flight, and the amenity kit is pretty light on with a face mask, toothpaste and slippers. They also don’t provide a mattress topper.
As soon as we reached cruising altitude I went straight to sleep and managed a pretty decent few hours. I was trying out these new Loop earbuds to cut down on cabin noise. Despite playing around with the fit, I ended up taking them out and sleeping without. They’re pretty much identical to the buds used in my in-ear QCII and give me minor discomfort after extended use. A moderately expensive experiment at $40 AUD — I think I’ll just stick with the yellow foam ones and look slightly silly.
I woke up for the meal service. There wasn’t much choice, and with the lights blasted on it wasn’t really possible to sleep through. The meal was solid (I opted for the Japanese one as always) and surprisingly I was able to finish it despite how much I’d eaten the night before. Service was solid, the crew were friendly and we landed on time.
On arrival I went to find a transit lounge with a nap room and gym at the Ambassador Transit Lounge in T2. After a quick train trip over I found it without too much difficulty. The normal price for 6hrs of nap room + gym access is SGD145 + SGD30 nett, but thanks to Priority Pass I got a discount, bringing it down to SGD120 all up (approx AUD150). Even better, I scored a free upgrade to the transit hotel instead of the lounge nap room, meaning I had a dedicated room instead of a shared one (similar to the transit rooms in the Doha lounge). The transit hotel room would have cost SGD152 nett. The showers and toilets were still shared, but perfectly fine and similar to what you’d find in any airline lounge. The rooms have a bed, table and a tv.
After a solid 6hr sleep, I went back to the lounge area and hit the gym. It was tiny but the weights went up to 20kg which was great.
Rather than showering there I decided to head over to the QF lounge for a very late lunch and shower. Having spent a lot of time sitting around, I walked — about 25 mins from T2 to T1 thanks to the layout. When I arrived, I discovered I was too early by about 30 mins! Unperturbed, I took this as a sign to do a mini lounge crawl. Unfortunatly, the QR lounge I was aiming for was also closed and not opening for another 45 mins, and the EK lounge next door was about to close. Out of desperation (maybe too strong a word, as I could always have used a PP lounge for free), I found the BA lounge, which was thankfully open. It's definitely a nice looking lounge with a heavy oriental influence from the decor to the fixtures and paintings on the wall. Particularly nice is this display as you walk in.
I was the only one there and was pleasantly surprised at how nice it was — perhaps recently renovated? Ample space, with very nice chairs, charging and power points.
Whilst food was limited - possibly due to the time of flights, there was Satay. Less impressive was the $28 champagne :/ But I guess it is a combined J/F lounge
I didn’t bother with the shower, but after finishing a snack I shall decamp to the QF Flounge, to continue my review from there. Funnily enough I’ve also never visited it before, despite flying through SIN at least half a dozen times now.
Also, the QF gods smiled on me and granted my upgrade to F for my flight to SYD! I’ve heard of freebies floating around, but at 33k points it was a steal. I’d have been happy with J (I quite like QF A380 J — it was my first ever long-haul J flight), and I'd consider QF F to be more like J+ (similar to BA) but hey ho, what a way to go.
HND–SIN
00:07–06:00, dur 6h53m
B767-300, Seat 4K
After a pleasant few hours in the lounge I had to hightail it to the gate. Despite leaving when they piped boarding I think I was the last to board… how’s that for efficiency! Or maybe no one else there had access to the Flounge, because it was quite quiet and the staff were able to identify me by name as I approached.
The B767 was pleasant enough if a bit tight. Thankfully the cabin wasn’t too warm. In usual JL fashion, they don’t give you PJs despite it being a night flight, and the amenity kit is pretty light on with a face mask, toothpaste and slippers. They also don’t provide a mattress topper.
As soon as we reached cruising altitude I went straight to sleep and managed a pretty decent few hours. I was trying out these new Loop earbuds to cut down on cabin noise. Despite playing around with the fit, I ended up taking them out and sleeping without. They’re pretty much identical to the buds used in my in-ear QCII and give me minor discomfort after extended use. A moderately expensive experiment at $40 AUD — I think I’ll just stick with the yellow foam ones and look slightly silly.
I woke up for the meal service. There wasn’t much choice, and with the lights blasted on it wasn’t really possible to sleep through. The meal was solid (I opted for the Japanese one as always) and surprisingly I was able to finish it despite how much I’d eaten the night before. Service was solid, the crew were friendly and we landed on time.
On arrival I went to find a transit lounge with a nap room and gym at the Ambassador Transit Lounge in T2. After a quick train trip over I found it without too much difficulty. The normal price for 6hrs of nap room + gym access is SGD145 + SGD30 nett, but thanks to Priority Pass I got a discount, bringing it down to SGD120 all up (approx AUD150). Even better, I scored a free upgrade to the transit hotel instead of the lounge nap room, meaning I had a dedicated room instead of a shared one (similar to the transit rooms in the Doha lounge). The transit hotel room would have cost SGD152 nett. The showers and toilets were still shared, but perfectly fine and similar to what you’d find in any airline lounge. The rooms have a bed, table and a tv.
After a solid 6hr sleep, I went back to the lounge area and hit the gym. It was tiny but the weights went up to 20kg which was great.
Rather than showering there I decided to head over to the QF lounge for a very late lunch and shower. Having spent a lot of time sitting around, I walked — about 25 mins from T2 to T1 thanks to the layout. When I arrived, I discovered I was too early by about 30 mins! Unperturbed, I took this as a sign to do a mini lounge crawl. Unfortunatly, the QR lounge I was aiming for was also closed and not opening for another 45 mins, and the EK lounge next door was about to close. Out of desperation (maybe too strong a word, as I could always have used a PP lounge for free), I found the BA lounge, which was thankfully open. It's definitely a nice looking lounge with a heavy oriental influence from the decor to the fixtures and paintings on the wall. Particularly nice is this display as you walk in.
I was the only one there and was pleasantly surprised at how nice it was — perhaps recently renovated? Ample space, with very nice chairs, charging and power points.
Whilst food was limited - possibly due to the time of flights, there was Satay. Less impressive was the $28 champagne :/ But I guess it is a combined J/F lounge
I didn’t bother with the shower, but after finishing a snack I shall decamp to the QF Flounge, to continue my review from there. Funnily enough I’ve also never visited it before, despite flying through SIN at least half a dozen times now.
Also, the QF gods smiled on me and granted my upgrade to F for my flight to SYD! I’ve heard of freebies floating around, but at 33k points it was a steal. I’d have been happy with J (I quite like QF A380 J — it was my first ever long-haul J flight), and I'd consider QF F to be more like J+ (similar to BA) but hey ho, what a way to go.
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I lied about the showers - I ended up checking them out on the way out and they’re quite nice! Towels are already there and there’s some decent pop piped through. Clean and nice smelling.
More food has also appeared in the buffet area. A curry, rice and some spaghetti.
More food has also appeared in the buffet area. A curry, rice and some spaghetti.
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If you're up for another moderately expensive experiment, try using wired ANC buds?
ANC is nearly as good as Airpod Pros, but you won't have to worry about losing them underneath the seat mechanism if they fall off mid sleep.
From my research of looking for wired ANC earphones everywhere, I think most brands just smack their logo on the same white label pair. $40 rrp, often goes on sale/stack with vouchers.
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Good to get another take on loop earbuds. Won't be getting them anytime soon (had considered for concerts but will stick to etymotic)
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Wired custom molded IEMs are probably the the best solution. But thats another level of expense. No ANC can really match up to custom mold.
I believe the BA lounge went over some renovations. They have a separate F section inside for BA F pax (not sure about QF F).
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Is January still recent?
Was closed for reno in mid- November, I believe.
BRITISH AIRWAYS UNVEILS REFRESHED SINGAPORE LOUNGE FEATURING BRAND NEW CONCORDE DINING AREA
The British Airways lounge at Changi Airport has been refreshed to include an exclusive Concorde Dining area featuring locally inspired and British Original dishes, bespoke British-made furniture, locally influenced fabrics and furnishings and dedicated rest areas The refresh is part of British...
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Concorde Dining is for BA F pax, GGL, Concorde Room card holders and Concierge Key travelling oneworld any class.
Yeah as RB001 pointed out it’s only for their VIPs (and AA Concierge?) AA’s first class dining is similar.
This update comes from the SIN Flounge where I’ve just had a very decent meal and a lovely shower.
My preliminary take is that this is probably the best Flounge in the network. The service is top notch, the space is excellent, and the showers are great. If only they had a massage area.
On arrival I was escorted to the dining area and asked if I wanted a shower. I suspect this was more to do with me flying F than status (would be interested to hear what treatment P1s have received here), but my request was granted immediately and I was ushered into a shower room. As I mentioned at the top, it was very nice — I particularly liked the fake skylight effect in the ceiling.
Post-shower I headed back to the dining area and looked over the menu. Service was very attentive, and I was told there was a new menu out. I tried the hollandaise poached egg with asparagus and, of course, the signature laksa. The laksa was… interesting. The broth had plenty of flavour, but the crayfish seemed watery and the noodles were a wide, slippery rice variety rather than the egg/vermicelli mix I’m used to. It was tasty, but not quite the knockout I’d expected.
During the meal, the first host also came by to let me know QF2 was delayed and suggested I head over at 1900. How’s that for service! Now that QF2 has landed it is definitely starting to get a bit busier but not packed yet.
My preliminary take is that this is probably the best Flounge in the network. The service is top notch, the space is excellent, and the showers are great. If only they had a massage area.
On arrival I was escorted to the dining area and asked if I wanted a shower. I suspect this was more to do with me flying F than status (would be interested to hear what treatment P1s have received here), but my request was granted immediately and I was ushered into a shower room. As I mentioned at the top, it was very nice — I particularly liked the fake skylight effect in the ceiling.
Post-shower I headed back to the dining area and looked over the menu. Service was very attentive, and I was told there was a new menu out. I tried the hollandaise poached egg with asparagus and, of course, the signature laksa. The laksa was… interesting. The broth had plenty of flavour, but the crayfish seemed watery and the noodles were a wide, slippery rice variety rather than the egg/vermicelli mix I’m used to. It was tasty, but not quite the knockout I’d expected.
During the meal, the first host also came by to let me know QF2 was delayed and suggested I head over at 1900. How’s that for service! Now that QF2 has landed it is definitely starting to get a bit busier but not packed yet.
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SIN–SYD
20:01–05:05, dur 7h04m
A380, Seat 1A
The excellent service from my First host, Ryan, continued with a personal escort to the aircraft. I was able to maximise my time in the Flounge and also skip the line at security. As a side point I didn’t get an escort for my F flight from SYD-LAX even as a P1 earlier this year so I’m not sure when you get one.
Once onboard, I told the FA I wanted to sleep. After we reached cruising altitude she prepped the bed straight away. The CSM dropped by for a quick hello, and then I managed about 4.5 hours of solid sleep — not bad for a relatively short overnight. The F bedding is excellent.
I skipped dinner (wasn’t hungry after the lounge feast) but I've attached the menu below for those interested.
When I woke, I was offered breakfast and went with the rösti and poached eggs, followed by a fruit salad. Surprisingly good — no idea how they managed to keep the eggs soft in the sky, but the yolks were perfectly runny. We had a bit of turb on approach but still landed without issue and made up the delay.
Transit at SYD was smooth. With about 3.5 hours to kill I briefly considered heading to my hotel (Novotel Sydney International) to drop my bags, but wasn’t keen on a $50 Uber round trip or a 10-minute bag drag from Wolli Creek station. In the lounge I got my BPs printed (the attendant did comment on the itinerary) and went straight for the showers. Thankfully I didn't have to go through immigration just to get the BPs, which would've been a pain. Thanks to HCO I had all my clothes with me, so I did a full outfit swap before grabbing a second breakfast.
Now it’s time for an attempted nap before boarding QF3 in about 1.5 hours. Just realised that on this trip I’ll fly QF2, 3, 3, 2 … but not QF1. lol.
SIN–SYD
20:01–05:05, dur 7h04m
A380, Seat 1A
The excellent service from my First host, Ryan, continued with a personal escort to the aircraft. I was able to maximise my time in the Flounge and also skip the line at security. As a side point I didn’t get an escort for my F flight from SYD-LAX even as a P1 earlier this year so I’m not sure when you get one.
Once onboard, I told the FA I wanted to sleep. After we reached cruising altitude she prepped the bed straight away. The CSM dropped by for a quick hello, and then I managed about 4.5 hours of solid sleep — not bad for a relatively short overnight. The F bedding is excellent.
I skipped dinner (wasn’t hungry after the lounge feast) but I've attached the menu below for those interested.
When I woke, I was offered breakfast and went with the rösti and poached eggs, followed by a fruit salad. Surprisingly good — no idea how they managed to keep the eggs soft in the sky, but the yolks were perfectly runny. We had a bit of turb on approach but still landed without issue and made up the delay.
Transit at SYD was smooth. With about 3.5 hours to kill I briefly considered heading to my hotel (Novotel Sydney International) to drop my bags, but wasn’t keen on a $50 Uber round trip or a 10-minute bag drag from Wolli Creek station. In the lounge I got my BPs printed (the attendant did comment on the itinerary) and went straight for the showers. Thankfully I didn't have to go through immigration just to get the BPs, which would've been a pain. Thanks to HCO I had all my clothes with me, so I did a full outfit swap before grabbing a second breakfast.
Now it’s time for an attempted nap before boarding QF3 in about 1.5 hours. Just realised that on this trip I’ll fly QF2, 3, 3, 2 … but not QF1. lol.
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That’s my kinda trip!
Loving your trip report @PrezRegan
Loving your trip report @PrezRegan
QF3
SYD-AKL
09:14-13:56 DUR 2H42M
B787, Seat 1K
A short hop across the ditch for today's flight. I declined the offer of food as I'd eaten plenty in the lounge but I have included the menu below.
Crew seemed a bit rushed due to the short duration of the flight but were otherwise friendly and professional. I managed to nap for about an hour before reading for the remainder. Transit security was pretty quick and I was through and into the EK lounge within about 15 mins from touching down. The lounge is a significant improvement over the QF cupboard with a decent buffet and the all important barrista coffee.
About 2 hrs before I turn around and go back to Sydney - this time on a 737. Whilst no lie-flat bed, the upshot is that at least I'll get internet! Keen to see how that pans out. I'm catching up with a mate for dinner at Annamese so hopefully the flight isn't delayed and I have time to get to the hotel and drop bags and refresh...maybe even a quick gym sesh?
As I'll be making the trip to and from the hotel and SYD airport a few times over the next couple of days I might look into the $12 shuttle.
SYD-AKL
09:14-13:56 DUR 2H42M
B787, Seat 1K
A short hop across the ditch for today's flight. I declined the offer of food as I'd eaten plenty in the lounge but I have included the menu below.
Crew seemed a bit rushed due to the short duration of the flight but were otherwise friendly and professional. I managed to nap for about an hour before reading for the remainder. Transit security was pretty quick and I was through and into the EK lounge within about 15 mins from touching down. The lounge is a significant improvement over the QF cupboard with a decent buffet and the all important barrista coffee.
About 2 hrs before I turn around and go back to Sydney - this time on a 737. Whilst no lie-flat bed, the upshot is that at least I'll get internet! Keen to see how that pans out. I'm catching up with a mate for dinner at Annamese so hopefully the flight isn't delayed and I have time to get to the hotel and drop bags and refresh...maybe even a quick gym sesh?
As I'll be making the trip to and from the hotel and SYD airport a few times over the next couple of days I might look into the $12 shuttle.
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Fair - but it’s also a 10 min walk each way to the station according to google maps and it was absolutely bucketing this morning. And as you can tell from my travel preferences I am someone who will melt in the rain
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