24 Hours In United Polaris Business Class Bangkok to Texas

I had to leave Thailand . This is my airline review of 24 hours in United Polaris business class, ANA business class and United First class on my flight from Bangkok to Austin, Texas. I also show you business class lounges at three different airports. My 24 hours of travel stars in Bangkok aboard ANA Business class enroute to Narita, Japan. There I switched to United Polaris Business class for a very long flight to Houston, Texas. The last flight is a relatively short 28 minute flight to Austin. Join me as I share my thoughts and review of United Polaris Business Class, ANA business class and United first class. I also show and review 3 different business class lounges at 3 different international airports. This was a very long 24 hours of travel, but it was time for me to go back to America to visit friends and family for a few weeks. I truly love flying united business class international, come along and share the experience with me as I show you what it’s all about and give you an in depth review.
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[@pornphanthogpradub679]

Have a safe trip dear and come back to Thailand again. I always love watching you do KZbin and I'm glad you like to come to Thailand.

[@LifewithSerg]

I’ll be back in 3 weeks.

[@TheThaiLife]

OH man, this was a cool video. People that haven't made this journey can't understand how LONG it is of a flight. Being able to relax and actually REST on this flight makes all the difference. This was fun and actually really educational. I've always wondered what it was like to do this. As much as I like the Asian-based air crews, there is something just comforting when the American crew arrived, they are confident, accepted the gift, and enjoyed it. I feel the same when I get American customer support on the phone, just really competent and fast. You did SUCH a nice job on this and I'm excited to see your US content. Thank you for doing this, it can't be easy, especially on a flight.

[@LifewithSerg]

This was really an enjoyable flight. I’ve got one more video they’ve already recorded, and hopefully three or four more over the next few weeks.

[@dy8t4]

Welcome back to homeland, Serggg! And have a safe trip as well!! 😊

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you! Excited to come back for a visit!

[@imsunasong3912]

Welcome back to USA!! Can't wait to see your visit here!😀

[@LifewithSerg]

I’ll try and make some videos while here.

[@imsunasong3912]

Yay!

[@YeboSa]

Life with cool and relaxed Serg. Got me laughing with "small plate of food".

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh wait till you see my plate of food in my next video. Lol

[@peerc.3969]

Nice airport lounge Serg, I only sit in front of boarding counter and eat bagel. 😂 Ha ha Have a nice trip Sreg 🎉🎉🎉

[@LifewithSerg]

That’s usually what I do Peer. This is only my second time flying business class. It’s great, but quite expensive.

[@BK-57.]

What a Great video!💯 From long tail boat racing to Business Class comforts. Fun to watch and you didn't get lost! 🙏🙏

[@LifewithSerg]

If I got lost on the plane, we would have some serious problems. Lol. Next up, I will be jumping from a moving car onto a hang glider. 🤪😊

[@roland3146]

Wife and I flew to Thailand in March. It was a pure hell of a trip. Over 30 hrs. from the states with the layovers. We flew regular economy and miserable it was. Sure wish we had such comfort as you did.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yah I know what you mean. I’ve done this trip in economy before. One of the reason this flight was pricey was that my max layover was 2 hours (expect the one delay). I picked an itinerary with short layovers in both directions.

[@johniii8147]

Never fly that far in economy.

[@guzzijack9714]

We've done that also, just horrible. I had back problems for two days by the time we reached BKK. Try upgrading to premium economy, it's about $4-500 more each but oh so worth it.

[@johniii8147]

@@guzzijack9714 The actual cost varies greatly for the upgrade.

[@ibonka79]

Welcome home. I'm glad you are visiting Florida. Enjoy, and always good to see you. 😉

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes it’s great to come back for a visit, I missed it much more than I expected!

[@chrisdavisunofficial]

Serg, your vlogs are great! I don't get to watch a lot of videos because I'm constantly traveling and editing for another channel, but I really, really enjoyed this video. It's like a how-to on travel vlogging. ANA is still my favorite airline and that lounge in Nariita is giant. We travel with our kids and lounges definitely make life easier. The best part is that we have been rotating through credit cards to get access to basically all lounges for free while not having to spend money we otherwise wouldn't have spent.

[@LifewithSerg]

So happy you enjoyed this one Chris! I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of the United flight. I felt the Polaris product was quite nice. Will be trying other airlines business and first class flights in future travel videos as well.

[@Paweenachannel5145]

Awesome! Thank you so much for sharing. Enjoy your vacation.🥳

[@LifewithSerg]

It’s so nice to see family and friends.

[@kttananyada6580]

Enjoy your stay with family and friends! Have a nice trip, Mr. Serg.

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you so much!

[@natk426]

great review. United used to fly to/from BKK connecting with NRT which was their Asia hub. I flew with them many times from BKK to IAH via NRT and through the US gateway at O'Hare (ORD). I believe the Direct flights from IAH to Asia were introduced few years ago.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah there were some, but they’ve were much more expensive. Glad you enjoyed this video!

[@OnThaMove]

I’m guessing that they just continued the same route already flown by Continental.

[@johniii8147]

The IAH to NRT route started back in 1998 when CO got its 777's. The route was inherited with the merger.

[@nickreels]

I’m contemplating business class next time I fly back to Thailand. Thanks for the review 😊

[@LifewithSerg]

I didn’t have enough points for the whole trip, so I paid out-of-pocket. I still feel it was worth it for the long trip.

[@granter9822]

I was an exchange student in the US in a small town near Pittsburgh, took multiple flights similar to what you were on from BKK-NRT-EWR and to Pittsburgh except that it was all in economy and it was painful lol. Came here to see what my flights could’ve been like for a couple more bucks and oh boy am i jeolous

[@LifewithSerg]

I’ve flown this distance in economy before. It is painful, but much cheaper. Lol

[@robertw8666]

Nice video Serg. It's a long brutal flight in economy. I have done it a million times. In my next life when I am richer i will do a upgrade.

[@LifewithSerg]

I’ve done US to China in economy. It’s a brutal 16 hours.

[@rosieb4029]

Great review! Business on Turkish airlines is excellent and very good food. I had an uppgrade to first class on UA from Sydney to FtLauderdale which was good as well. Really nice to lay down to sleep isn’t it? Enjoy your stay w family and friends!

[@LifewithSerg]

I’ve heard great things about Turkish airlines. Yes, being able to lie down was awesome. 😊

[@annehuang5314]

Thank you for choosing Thailand. And choosing to make a trip to make your friends familiar with Thailand good luck on the journey. Bye

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks Anne. I’ll be back in a few weeks.

[@carefulconsumer8682]

23 hours?! You are a sadist! Lying flat for awhile really helps. The Houston airport doesn't look too busy. Nice.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah it’s a long trip! Will be making the reverse trip soon!

[@rn3074]

We just flew back from Thailand as well. Whew! That is a loooong flight!! Looking forward to watching some fun escapades in the USA! 🤩🤠

[@LifewithSerg]

Sweet. Making one right now actually!

[@AbroadInThailand]

Enjoy Austin. Haven't been back for over 3 years.

[@LifewithSerg]

Actually a lot happier to be back than I expected. I think it’s gonna be California that is going to test my patience. Lol

[@AbroadInThailand]

​@@LifewithSerg Glad to hear that!

[@markrees18]

Another great video Serg..... But I gotta say after watching this video and looking at your most recent Instagram post, you're going to be the size of a small house on your return to Thailand 😉 great review for those that are able to afford the luxury of Business Class ✈️✌🏻

[@LifewithSerg]

😭😪 I know, I gotta be carful with the food. Happy to share my experience with everyone.

[@yokmaorathai80]

เดินทางปลอดภัยนะคะ

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you!

[@vktravellog1242]

You know bringing something for the crew is a great idea! I am going to have to do this!

[@LifewithSerg]

I always do this. This is the first time in 25 years that a crew has rejected us. It’s OK! I’ll still keep doing it.

[@jim.pearsall]

I live in Bangkok and Houston… so I go back and forth between the USA and Thailand 4 times a year. I actually just departed Houston today on UA7 en route to Narita / Tokyo and Bangkok (ANA). Have a great trip back in the States and Texas! Great Tex-Mex and BBQ in Austin. 🤠👏🏻

[@LifewithSerg]

Nice! Same route I took. It’s great to be back here for a couple of weeks. I’m actually doing it a lot more than I thought I would.

[@philliphwee4966]

Welcome back home, Serg. You travel in style. Thank you for showing us how the wealthy travel. 👍😉 I have found that connecting through Japan is the fastest path to Thailand from the US, particularly from the West Coast.

[@LifewithSerg]

If I don’t have to fly into a smaller airport in Texas, and didn’t book just 3 weeks in advance, this would have cost me closer to $4k. I know this is expensive. Not flexing, just sharing. Glad you enjoyed this video. More coming soon!

[@philliphwee4966]

@@LifewithSerg Thank you for sharing. I was teasing. Recently, I’ve had to upgrade to Premium Economy on United for the long flight from Japan to California, making the 12+ hour flight more tolerable. It’s perfectly alright to enjoy the finer things in life, now and then, like flying business class or first class especially on long flights. It’s unfortunate that airport lounges don’t open 24/7. 😀 Look forward to more videos from you, Serg. 👍

[@LifewithSerg]

Premium economy is super nice! I’ve flown it a few times.

[@k9companion231]

I’ve always found Emirates Airlines to be very high class especially on the A380 with teak wood showers and a bar on the aircraft. Thanks for sharing!

[@LifewithSerg]

I’ve yet to fly Emirates. Would be awesome.

[@WushuTaz]

I'm not trying to knock your experience but ANA Business class from Bangkok to Japan and vise versa is very sub par (feels like business class from the early 90s) compared to their longer flights (say Chicago to Japan and vise versa) that has the newer The Room Business Class setup. If coming from the US or Bangkok to US, I would recommend Singapore Airlines Business class. Their older Business Class seats are just from Bangkok to Singapore (less than 2 hours) while their newer are from Singapore to US (13+ hours). If you want the absolute best experience, then make sure to purchase a bulk head seat 19K, 19A, or 11K on the longer flight (I think A350-900ULR model plane). They will give you the widest footwells making sleeping and sitting so much more comfortable than their other business class seats. NOTHING compares to these particular seats in size, comfort and along with their insane customer service (I felt like a king...). EDIT: Also make sure you login to their website after making your booking to do Book The Cook, this is where you can preselect your meal from an extended multi-Chef created menu beyond the inflight Business Class menu at no additional charge. The selection is so much better than the inflight menu in my opinion.

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks for the info

[@tallthintom]

Nice video Serg! ANA’s business class is very nice, flown it several times.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes it was quite nice. The cabin crew on ANA is always extremely friendly and helpful.

[@britslivinginspain]

Reminds us of our trip to the USA the day the borders opened... thanks for sharing- shows which upgrades not to get 👍 Enjoy your trip

[@LifewithSerg]

Who’s upgrades do yon think are not worth getting? I could’ve easily flown coach on the last 30 minute flight from Houston to Austin. I booked a whole ticket in one shot so that’s why I had the first class flight on the 30 minute leg. It really didn’t make any difference.

[@britslivinginspain]

@Life with Serg the first lounge and the business flight you started with... but we're unlikely to fly with those at any point- typically for us it will be Emirates etc. 😉

[@LifewithSerg]

The first lounge was actually included in the ticket. The ANA business class was just OK. Certainly, if you can afford Emirates, that is definitely the way to go!

[@britslivinginspain]

@Life with Serg this time we"re flying with Singapore... but cattle class, not business/ premium etc. We're looking at airport lounges, possibly in Barcelona. Not in Milan or Singapore long enough to take advantage, this trip on the way out. On the way back we need to check schedule 👍

[@chatchaweewong1071]

Have fun in the state, can't wait to see next vids mate!

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks! Out making it now!

[@gamegakgakch]

As Thai, pls shows us an USA experience and culture in next VDO.

[@LifewithSerg]

Will do!

[@sheilah8494]

Enjoy tagging along with you and welcome back to America. You might gain few pounds while flying back home cause those foods are looking so good 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@LifewithSerg]

I think I’ve already getting a pound or two. Lol.

[@marianne.holmen]

I will be plebbing my way to Norway in economy-class in a few weeks. 6 hours from Bangkok to Dubai. 6 hours from Dubai to Oslo.. Very jealous of those reclining lay-flat beds... XD I would be sleeping happily all the way.

[@LifewithSerg]

Being able to lay flat on these long flights is a game changer. I’ve find 16 hours flights from US to China in economy. That was brutal. Hope you have a great trip back home Marianne!

[@BADQ]

Good luck with the trip and enjoy some good Texas food amazing place, get some vids of what the food is like there, your viewers will be shocked 🤣🤣 fantastic journey review, very well spoken, so good. Thanks for documenting that cheers

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh I am definitely making a video involving Texas barbecue!

[@BADQ]

@@LifewithSerg Fantastic

[@cl6825]

Traveling in style. I like it!👍

[@LifewithSerg]

It was so nice!

[@wozza69able]

That was good Serge,looking forward to the US videos 🙏👍💯

[@LifewithSerg]

One is in edit stage, will film 3-4 total.

[@charleshamilton9274]

I always keep Starbucks gift cards on hand to thank the cabin crew BUT I distribute them at the end of the flight. (I have T2D so am acutely aware of giving out candy as a gift.) I kinda like the presumptive nature of a “thank you” before the plane takes off.

[@LifewithSerg]

I do it before hand as it puts the crew in a good mood and they tend to take better care of me.

[@grifsfoodandtravel]

Have a fun trip to the states. Great travel video.

[@LifewithSerg]

Excited to be back to see everyone!

[@supaklailert]

There are many Miracle lounges at Suvarnabhumi. The largest and most well stocked one is at near gate D5

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes I was surprised how many there are. I we to the one closest to my gate. Will check out the big one next I fly out of BKK.

[@santoshgujar3796]

Thanks, one pound baby was quite hilarious 😅

[@LifewithSerg]

I dot know how babies work. Lollll

[@davidlp6510]

On the ANA flight the amenity kit normally is located in the storage compartment to your left. Chances are you left it there untouched. On United flying from Asia back to the US you can order in advance anything you want for your main meal. That is something that most passengers in Business class either forget or are not aware of it.

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks for the tips.

[@johniii8147]

Actually you couldn't preorder when he flew. UA didn't start offering that on international flights until July 2023.

[@davidlp6510]

@@johniii8147 As early as 2003 my mom could order meals in advance on UA from Frankfurt to Chicago.

[@johniii8147]

@@davidlp6510 That was just specifying dietary choices, not actually ordering a meal. Vegetarian etc. It was not ordering a specific meal choice. Just google specific to UA and it's easy to find.

[@wichienuralrith2125]

Awesome😀🤩

[@LifewithSerg]

Enjoy!

[@nityanan7710]

Have a safe trip

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you!

[@TheCatWalk119]

Loved the video. I flew to London with United BC but to Thailand I love Korean Airlines BC. I will be back to Thailand from IAD in November. 😊

[@LifewithSerg]

I’ll have to look into Korean airlines. Thanks.

[@dougm3037]

I've only ever frown cattle class so it's interesting to look at alternatives. I thought the lounge in Bangkok looked like great value at a 1K baht. I'll have to check lounge options more closely. I hate long haul so can see why you were attracted to business class Serg. A much more relaxed experience. Have a great time back home.

[@LifewithSerg]

And there are much bigger Miracle lounges at subarnabhumi airport. This one was just closest to my gate. Yah, business class was great.

[@kadoku]

I have unlimited free guests access with my priority pass. Yes, 22 people is the most I invited into a pp lounge.

[@guzzijack9714]

What a great idea, a little gift for the flight crew. I'll definitely be doing that next trip. We fly from Austin to BKK but now use premium economy as the regular economy is just too cramped seating. $5000 for business class is a great price. I'll be looking for your Austin experiences to see any familiar places. The airlines just kill me, at security they'll take away your nail clippers then they give everybody a knife for the meal.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yah, the knife on board is hilarious.

[@bobbleheadedfreak]

My favorite was flying Eva Business. They are top notch and very respectable

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh nice

[@bobbleheadedfreak]

@@LifewithSerg If you ever get a chance try it out. They give you pajamas and everything. I still wear the pants after 8 years lol

[@ATrainTravels]

Look at you flying like a big boss lol. Put extra lemon on that salmon next time. Enjoy your trip in US!

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks man, it’s good to visit all the places and people I left behind.

[@paulmurray8734]

Have a safe flight my friend😎😁😎

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you!

[@bennybenny4329]

Nice and safety journey 😊

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you.

[@kesineejamchanya5194]

Welcome❤

[@LifewithSerg]

I am back in Bangkok.

[@jerrythemouse28]

2:34 The boarding music of ANA and Air China - "Another Sky" and Taro Hakase is my favorite music because the music has a tone of honor and hope for a better future. I'm a senior in High School and I'll be graduating next Thursday!

[@LifewithSerg]

Congratulations on your pending graduation Jerry!

[@jerrythemouse28]

@@LifewithSerg Thank you, and I was supposed to fly ANA this summer to HKG, but the price was too expensive, so I chose Air Canada instead

[@larskaminskidk]

I am in no way surprised that the cabin crew did not want to accept that gift. Japanese people are very special when it comes to tips and other compliments

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes, I understood it was a cultural thing. However, when I flew this route last year, the same airline accepted it. So that’s why I was surprised they did not take it this time.

[@trailrunningexperience496]

@@LifewithSerg last year maybe a ring in during Covid … ana furloughed a lot of its staff.

[@AmyTee12]

What do you mean by 'very special'? Just curious... are they picky? Do they look at it as attempted bribery for extra perks?

[@trailrunningexperience496]

@@AmyTee12japan has a tip culture … actually offensive to try it usually.

[@stephenl621]

I agree that they should not accept that type of gift. Seems like a good policy to avoid nefarious tactics to incapacitate the entire cabin crew.

[@cxxx9756]

I appreciated your gift giving and see nothing wrong with cabin crews accepting it. But at the same time I don't think those crews should eat anything given to them by a passenger during a medium/long haul international flight. Food allergies or even being drugged by terrorists can happen.

[@LifewithSerg]

They ate them. I’ve been doing this for over 20 years. I always bring them factory sealed candy. Never any “home made” for the exact same reason you mentioned above.

[@leemarvingaye4506]

Seat on United Polaris looks crammed!

[@LifewithSerg]

Not at all! Quite comfortable. Much bigger than the ANA flight.

[@1bluensx]

I actually took this same exact flight (ANA/United) in January 2023. I hated the service and food on United, the Polaris seat is nice, but I thought ANA seat and mattress pad were more comfortable. Quite the difference between Asian and American Airlines.

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks for sharing your experience

[@sanfran5607]

Safe travels from Thai people ❤

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you.

[@WilliamFluery]

Asian Airlines kick US Carrier’s Butt. The Asian crews provide SUPERIOR service; grooming, appearance and kindness two 👍👍. Korean Airlines is direct from Atlanta; Thai Airways is awesome out of LAX.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes the Asian airlines are 10x better for all the reasons you mentioned.

[@norrisbethke7770]

If you can keep your legs elevated on long flights it really helps..the UA flight was 777 maybe ? Used to love seeing a 747 at the gate and sitting in the upper deck was the best, even traded my 1st class seat for an UD once (UD was biz class)..otherwise the Concorde flight was the best ever..hope to return to Tland fairly soon, thx for the vid, kop 🙏🏻🇹🇭✈️

[@LifewithSerg]

Concorde would have been wild to fly!

[@TheMikeyStory]

I am what you paid and for the time you spent , you got the most for your travel in comfort and so on .

[@LifewithSerg]

It was definitely expensive, but I decided to treat myself.

[@TheMikeyStory]

@@LifewithSerg I am going to do the same

[@vktravellog1242]

Wow 5k on ANA business 😮. Thats a good deal! Going to Malaysia and its costing 8k singapore air! Wait Saks fifth! Last time I flew united business it sucked.

[@LifewithSerg]

United Polaris business was awesome. I thought it was much better than ANA business.

[@olyomune556]

Wow Serg, You’re truly living high on the hog! Enjoy your visit in the US. A Texas size shoutout to all your families and friends. Will you be coming to San Diego? Love to hangout! Cheers/Oly

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks Oly! I’m in Texas now. Will e in SF Bay Area.

[@RodRuth]

Over $5000 US for a round trip flight? Good Lord!!! I have never heard of a round trip flight costing so much from Thailand to North America, and back. The last time I checked, you would probably save about $3000 flying economy, and the service isn't that much different. My round trip destination is usually Hat Yai from Toronto. Terrific video.....Thanks for sharing.

[@LifewithSerg]

Keep in mind that I only booked this flight three weeks in advance, and I had to fly into Austin. If I had flown into Houston or Dallas, it definitely would’ve been cheaper. Yes, economy was $2000, however on these long journeys I really feel business class was well worth it.

[@RodRuth]

@@LifewithSerg Valid point. It's a long trip to sit in ecomony.....

[@SideWalker562]

Try Japan Airlines next time. I like it much better than others. Great foods and services. The business class seat is the most comfortable. Trust me. I flew many airlines in different classes between California and Bangkok (across the Pacific Route). Good luck

[@LifewithSerg]

ANA was great. The cabin crew on ANA was light years ahead of United. United Kevin crew just seem like a group of old and bitter people. While the layout of the Polaris on United was much more aesthetically pleasing, there was more room in the business class seats on the ANA flight.

[@atlchai]

Korean Air Line my favorite. Good food. ❤

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes I have heard they are really good.

[@joec4967]

Have a safe trip Serg! Anyway,when will you come back to Bangkok?

[@LifewithSerg]

In a few weeks Joe. Had to come back to the US to see family and friends.

[@joec4967]

@@LifewithSerg Sweet, enjoy your special time over there. Take care and see you soon. 👍

[@ddyeo503]

Last Sept. and Oct. I flew to Thailand on ANA and of course I can only afford coach and paid $1,400 round trip from Portland Oregon. Of course I had to fly a short flight on Alaska to SF. and on to Taipei and Bangkok on ANA. But I had a lot more money left over that you spent. Sorry but business class is way over my budget. But now I have $4,000.00 to spend in Thailand,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@LifewithSerg]

Sounds like you have a great time in Thailand. Enjoy.

[@Jonnacash1133]

Great video

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks!

[@ohiosquire4212]

It's like running a marathon. LOL

[@LifewithSerg]

Ha ha. Kinda? Just without the actual running. Lolll

[@pat_thai]

So rich & handsome man more towards the “rich” Serg ! Where did you get the idea gifting to crew !? ( you must have f/a friends ) I was a f/a & it’s always cultural to bring a box of chocolates if we got on ! Safe journey Khun Serg ! Definitely window seat is better than isle as f/a move around & your blanket is on the way ! Eagerly waiting for your return home ❤

[@LifewithSerg]

Not sure where I got the idea, but been doing it for 20+ years. The cabin crew always appreciates it. 😊

[@pat_thai]

@@LifewithSerg Definitely you are a kind person ja ! May Lord Buddha bless 🙏 Can't wait to see vloggs of your life over there ! Love SC as worked there lots back forth Sydney 14 hours direct ! Show us Thai town ( Hollywood/Western ) station I recalled, you would definitely impressed them with your young good-looking speaks Thai & love street food ! Cheers my friend ! Waiting........

[@edward88881]

Pajamas are offered on United flights longer than 12 hours - I think yours was just under. They also have mattress pads on request.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah I didn’t want them so I did not ask. Was quite comfy.

[@billdadrill]

Serg you are big money bro, I hope that one day I can be as Gangsta. I can only afford to travel with the peasants😂. Looks like an awesome flight.

[@LifewithSerg]

Lmfao. You remembered my peasants line from the livestream. Ha ha. The flight was super comfortable!

[@steveb1294]

Miracle Lounge in BKK is the worst of your available choices. ANA is in Star Alliance so you could have gone to EVA, Thai, Singapore or Turkish (depending on time of flight, not all may be open).

[@LifewithSerg]

I was there at 4am. This was my only choice.

[@AmyTee12]

You probably flew over my house when you landed in Houston. 😉

[@LifewithSerg]

I waved! You didn’t see??? 😤

[@AmyTee12]

@@LifewithSerg 🤣🤣

[@omniultima4747]

Thailand already misses you.

[@LifewithSerg]

I’ll be back in a few weeks!

[@larry-notthecableguy]

United…..glad you did not get dragged off the plane. Maybe the banana chip did the trick😂

[@LifewithSerg]

Ha ha ha. I was delightfully surprised with the United experience.

[@CarnisChampion]

wow :D

[@LifewithSerg]

Enjoy!

[@yokmaorathai80]

ที่นั่งในเครื่องบินกว้างมาก

[@LifewithSerg]

Very comfortable!

[@KingFahtah]

Must be nice to be on a flight where you aren't treated like cattle every step of the way. I couldn't enjoy that tho cause I hate air travel and try to sedate myself as soon as possible. Never flown ANA but I have had better experiences with JAL and also Singapore maybe I will give them a try. Carriers in Australia and I think in the states have fallen dramatically in service over the years although Polaris (never heard of them before ) looks good. Japan is awesome I hope you make some videos there one day.

[@LifewithSerg]

Polaris is just United airlines business class product. I was pleasantly surprised with United airlines on this trip.

[@acewongsawad6910]

Serg, you're a rich dude, flying business class. :-) I can only wish. 🙂

[@LifewithSerg]

I decided to treat myself.

[@thebalmaintigers]

Your first flight, Japanese like firm mattress ive heard in the their culture.

[@LifewithSerg]

I love firm mattresses, but on this seat I could feel a bit of one metal rod under the fabric. The United seat was better made.

[@mariovandenhovel1341]

❤❤❤

[@LifewithSerg]

😊❤️👍

[@abitofeverything2254]

Sorry to bother you Serg where did you get that 7,11 t-shirt again cost if you can remember... And look at you in the posh seats... 😁👍

[@LifewithSerg]

MBK mall in Bangkok.

[@abitofeverything2254]

@@LifewithSerg OK bro go have a steak for me... 😆👍

[@Mmm.780]

Hi Serg what for a long but it seems comfortable flight. Thanks for these nice informations and impressions. My longest flight was to Thailand. The first time in 2017 I sat at the window place off the flight from Doha to Bangkok over 8 hours. I didn't moved because on the aisle seat sat a big man and I don't wanted disturb him. It was ok. 😂 Have a nice time in the USA enjoy the time with your family and friends and I wish all the best. Greetings from the rainy Nürnberg.

[@LifewithSerg]

I try to always pick the aisle so I can get up if I want to on long flights. Have a wonderful day Manfred!

[@lkm5462]

I do the same gift thing.

[@LifewithSerg]

It’s a great idea.

[@andrew8970]

Great video! One mystery, what flavor was the cake? Was it strawberry but with a pistachio on top?

[@LifewithSerg]

If my memory serves me correctly, it was more of a vanilla mousse.

[@eli1570]

My employer once flew me overseas for work related things, and then flew me back home to America. The cost for business class at the time was about $8,000 total roundtrip. If they had only gave me $5,000 in cash to booked my own flights, I would had travelled economy class round trip for about $2,500 and pocketed $2,500. A win win for the employer and for me.

[@LifewithSerg]

Ah yah. I hear ya. Business class used to cost 4-5X economy, but now it’s just a little over double.

[@gregh7457]

There is an alternative to using ana and united. You could use zip air bk to tokyo and tokyo to LA with their lay flat seat

[@LifewithSerg]

I had a certain itinerary that I needed to make. I did quite a bit of research before I settled on this route.

[@ljacobs357]

I like the United Polaris class seats but single tray service sucks. I also find United’s service inconsistent, at best.

[@LifewithSerg]

I agree on single tray service not being the best. ANA had much better food and it was not single tray.

[@shawnslc804]

Promise over a box of candy, lol 😅😅

[@LifewithSerg]

🤪😂

[@jeeda25shinygloriously44]

เป็นการเดินทางที่น่าเอาตามอย่างมาก ฉันชอบที่นั่งชั้นธุรกิจมาก อาหารทั้งที่เล้าจ์และบนเครื่องบินก็ดูน่าทานที่นอนบนเครื่องบินท่าทางหลับสบายดี Sergฉันอยากไปเที่ยวUSAบ้างจังเลยขอเวลาเก็บเงินเพื่อไปเที่ยวก่อนนะ ที่สำคัญฉันอยากเห็นคุณพ่อคุณแม่และญาติพี่น้องเพื่อนๆของคุณ เขาจะทักคุณว่ายัง เช่น Serg ไปตากแดดที่ไทยมาผิวคุณดูดีมากเลย 🤣🤣🤣 รูปร่างก็ดี อะไรแบบนี้

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m sure you’ll get an opportunity to visit America. I’m just looking to make some videos while I’m here!

[@johnwayne2103]

Usually that flight cost close to 12k to 30k. Not cheap flying business/ first class. How were you able to get it so cheap? Those are like 2010 prices.

[@LifewithSerg]

You’re thinking of first class. if I had flown first class the whole way it would’ve been around $15-$20,000. The only leg that was first class was the last leg which was one hour. The rest of the flight was business class so $5000 is the price. I’m actually going to book a similar ticket very soon and it’s going to be Closer to 4 1/2 thousand dollars this year

[@stevedice5963]

priority pass for the lounge? Amex rewards points for business class? i have the amex platinum looking forward to flying business class with my points next trip to thailand.

[@LifewithSerg]

Lounge was included in my ticket. I didn’t have enough points to cover this ticket. Covered some of my flights inside the US with points.

[@thebalmaintigers]

Qantas from Australia to England is 10000k. First class. But from New Zealand which is only 3 years away ifrom Australia, New Zealand to England only 5000k go figure lol.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeh it’s expensive. This trio was more expensive for two main reasons. I only booked three weeks in advance, and I had to fly into Austin, Texas. If I had flown into a larger city, like Dallas, or Houston, definitely would’ve been more options as far as prices go.

[@jamesmoninger1982]

Good video, but seems like a VERY circuitous routing. Curious why you chose it.

[@LifewithSerg]

I picked this route on purpose for a few personal reasons.

[@jamesmoninger1982]

@@LifewithSerg Oh, gee. I would have guessed it had something to do with either mileage running or upgrades.

[@elle_one3421]

So is polaris lounges only for ppl with flights with international 1st class tickets? what about domestic 1st class tickets? do we get access to lounges too with just a 1st class ticket?

[@LifewithSerg]

United does not have an international first class. Polaris is as good as it gets. A domestic first class ticket will not get you access to Polaris lounges.

[@1greenMitsi]

gezus, you sure eat alot serge

[@LifewithSerg]

This was over a 24 hour period.

[@sompolbumrongjaroen826]

When you are going back to Thailand again?

[@LifewithSerg]

In a few weeks. This is just a “vacation” to see friends and family.