ALONE in Africa's STRANGEST Business Class

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[@honeybadger297]

I am Ugandan and you are brutally honest about out airport. Its a source of frustration for all Ugandans as we have a government that is simply incapable of delivering anything without messing it up. Its sad, corruption has made Ugandans distrust thier own airlines and instead fly emirates and other middle eastern airlines to Dubai.

[@Jefro9]

Don't worry pretty much all other nationalities choose ME airlines over their own too

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

At least you have one. In Denmark we have incredibly expensive trains and Scandinavian Airlines SAS is going broke every minute.

[@Euroduplex]

At least that's a very tasty A330neo

[@stenerline]

Yeah and remember we pay double because it's our tax money that keep bailing out SAS ​@@charisma-hornum-fries

[@JoshCahill]

It was a pleasure and great honour touring Africa with you! The King of Loo Reviews 🚽🧻

[@Andrew-Wong]

You two take flight report video is so funny!! 😂

[@Hilariusgamer]

Try next time go to Timor Leste!

[@nicolasstroobant4762]

“The King of Loo Reviews” I laughed so hard loooolllll 😅😅😅😅😂🤣

[@Hoovie9596]

Do a video with bald and bankrupt next !

[@primitivestudio1]

I love your collaboration. Do more. I been subscriber of both your channels for a while. Sometime you should do Island Hopper with AIR Mic (nickname)

[@jmagx]

Much love from 🇺🇬 🇺🇬 🇺🇬 Uganda! Great to have had you visit. The airline is quite young, not sure if we should be having one as a country because it's become a money-guzzling loss-making venture, but there we are. At least the planes are bought brand new, otherwise the airport indeed needs a total overhaul.

[@jatterhog]

An A320neo + A321XLR combination could have been a moneymaker considering the XLR probably can reach most of Europe and the ME. But CRJs and A330s? Colour me a bit sceptical.

[@AnkushB1811]

agreed@@jatterhog

[@alexdavis5766]

Love how Noel is dying of heat stroke in a tee shirt and Josh is fine and yet wearing a black hoody!!

[@noelphilips]

Us British just aren't used to it!

[@shaund9759]

I am the same way Noel and I am one cranky fucker when I am hot!

[@hockey1freak]

I came on here to say that LOL

[@mlkirkl09]

@@noelphilips I was thinking the same thing. 75F (23C) is very nice weather to me in Missouri, but in the UK, with no AC, it is boiling.

[@joshualau4070]

I think Josh Cahill is used to it since he's been living in Sri Lanka......

[@MegaSamuel49]

This was my checkout flight. Got to meet Josh in the back, didn't know you were on it, otherwise I would have made a triple back flip, despite the presence of my instructor. I'm very much glad and proud that you enjoyed our service on board. We are only 3 years old, and numbers have actually picked up on that flight into Dubai. I say so, because I'm currently on layover in Dubai, and we were pretty much full coming in. Keep up the good work, I always enjoy your reviews.

[@SuHo-bp1iy]

I visited Uganda in December, and flew in and out on Uganda Airways, thanks to Noel and Josh's reviews. Dubai to Entebbe in economy on Mt Rwenzori (5X-CRN). I was upgraded on check-in ... never mind, I was downgraded at boarding. My first ever flight to Africa, and it was such a hilarious adventure. :) The flight was absolutely full, but the crew was great under the circumstances - one told me it's very rare to be 100% full. Return flight to Dubai was premium economy, and on 5X-NIL - so I've been on both! Flight not so full and a few empty seats in my cabin. Crew was fabulous - the sort of service I would expect in business class on other airlines. Food was amazing ... and I remember wanting to keep one of the crystal glasses! Some western airlines could learn a thing or two about service from Uganda Airlines.

[@joshualau4070]

And here I was thinking Cairo was ridiculous with its checkpoints..... But yes, more Josh and Noel!

[@Ozpif]

Ever gone through Cairo as a transit passenger? Wowsers... :)

[@joshualau4070]

@@Ozpif Arrived/Departed there twice. Wanted to see the Pyramids....

[@piercecowley255]

And here I was thinking dalaman was ridiculous for having an extra security when you enter

[@debbieaz3956]

Always fun when you film when you are tired. Never know what you are going to say. lol

[@noelphilips]

And boy was I exhausted on this one!

[@mjrc123]

Loved this video Noel. I found your channel a couple of weeks ago and have been making my way through your content. As someone who lived in Uganda for 3 years, I can confirm that Entebbe airport is awful, but there is currently a big renovation and extension project underway led by the Chinese. I’m hopeful it will improve things significantly. In regard to the airline - I’m pleasantly surprised, however your experience with the crew is nothing less than I’d expect. In my experience the Ugandan people are some of the friendliest in the world, and I’m glad your experience with the crew evidenced that. Keep making great videos!

[@nancycowell-miller4321]

Another fun adventure. You and Josh seem to have a terrific time together! I think it'd be great if you two could do a "Planes,Trains, and Automobiles" (and Robot-hotel, Sleeper-Capsule bus, and Vending-Machine Ferries) Adventure in Japan. Lots of crazy/interesting stuff there! Unfortunately, lots of fish to eat, too! 🐠🦑🐙🐚

[@thomascrown3816]

Yes!!!!!!!!

[@ayethein7681]

No breakfast before landing Dubai?

[@doublecontralto818]

I'd LOVE to see you two do a Japan trip when they fully open back up!

[@Woodymbr]

Entebbe reminds me of Nairobi. Multiple security checkpoints including one at the gate. Some people are reassured about it but it concerns me that they lack so much confidence in their security staff that they’ve got to do it 3 or 4 times to be sure.

[@Lakesider52]

There was a TV series about Nairobi airport some years ago and I found it unbelievable what was going on there in what is supposed to be an international airport. Veggies being grown by a local inside the airport perimeter, porters having to pay for the privilege of working at the airport etc. Just blatant corruption.

[@VirgilZandig]

At Nairobi, I twice had the taxi driver tell the front gate security, "He's late for his plane." Don't know if it's because I'm a white guy, but both times they let us drive up.

[@alanreed4247]

The class "double act" of aviation "vloggers" ..... Great content by both and hopefully see more of you both together in the future. Well done guys..

[@loulindy]

I love watching you two together! It's so good and you'll have to do more.

[@petermikunda6213]

Great videos with you and Josh traveling across Africa, loved watching them (and all your other videos). A big yes to you and Josh working together again in the future in the meantime stay safe and I look forward to your next video👍

[@Aviation763]

Great video Noel! Love the collab. Tarco Aviation is a Sudanese airline based in Khartoum founded in 2009. Would love to see you try them since they have an interesting fleet of quite a few 737 classics! There’s also a Fokker 50 in the fleet but not sure if it is scheduled to fly.

[@Welsh_Girl_UK]

What a beautiful friendship you guys have, I for one would love to see you both do move travel adventures together. Thanks both x

[@primitivestudio1]

Great seeing more of your collaborative flights with Josh. That said sorry about the heat and all security checks. I hope that airport improves. That said business class looks quite nice. Nice little amenity kit, all the basics. That said socks aren't as good as yours. Lol reviews rock lol.

[@patriciafuchs5970]

Love the two of you bantering back and forth! Great fun, please do more!

[@aslobos]

I loved every second of this wonderful collaboration and budding bromance. 💙💙😉😊 I'd love to see more Noel/Josh content. Stay safe out there both of you. 🙏🙏✈✈

[@suzanneleslie5105]

I am glad to see Uganda having such a nice airline. I am aging myself but I was on holiday in Israel in 1976 when an airplane was high jacked and landed in Entebe. The airport was a prison for the poor passengers and not all survived. I would have never thought of flying there but you Noel, you have changed my mind. Thank you.

[@joannharrington2279]

It's great to watch 2 friends who share a love of aviation. I smiled throughout the whole video and I believe the crew enjoyed you as well.

[@noelphilips]

Thank you very much!

[@NickMJ050158]

Definitely want to see more joint content with you and Josh. It is particularly interesting to watch each other’s different take on the same flights, as well the joint segments.

[@ecclestonsangel]

Thank you for a really fun collaboration, Noel. I haven't laughed that much in awhile. You are so funny! I love your channel. I'm spending the summer in England next year. I hope I run into you so I can say hi!

[@noelphilips]

You are so welcome!

[@shonen84]

More Josh and Noel Adventures please! Great to see these two gents together!

[@richardmatthews4302]

Much more content with Josh please, it's been excellent! Love watching you both separately and together.

[@peterhonig4954]

I liked your cooperation with Josh very much and hope you two will go for another adventure in the nearby future. The sense of humor is great and I liked the way you two make videos of the same flights. Two great AV-geeks is very succesfull, thank you both.🙏🙏

[@Andrew-Wong]

Well done @Noel Phillip, I saw you and @Josh Cahill take video, love it and keep it up always!!

[@sebinamuwanga]

Thanks for the video, Noel. That was a candid review. Whereas the multiple security checks are an inconvenience, we are much better off safe than sorry.

[@JonanDBH]

The process needs to be streamlined. 2 experienced travelers only note this as an inconvenience because it’s not seen at many other airports in the world. The system and structure should be in place to manage transfer/passenger traffic. Think about it, like this. How much “safer” are you if you have to present and explain the SAME documents 5 times…

[@sebinamuwanga]

@@JonanDBH Let me start this off with a disclaimer. I am neither a spokesperson for Entebbe International Airport nor one for Uganda Airlines. However, having flown through Entebbe Airport several times, I am in a good position to explain what happens. The first checkpoint before getting to the terminal building is manned by Uganda Police personnel. The police force guards the airport and they mostly search for prohibited items in vehicles and on the person of any occupants in the car. That explains why everyone is asked to leave the vehicle and walk through the scanner. The second checkpoint is manned by Airline/Ministry of Health officials to verify Covid vaccination and PCR test certificates. The third checkpoint is at the entrance to the terminal building. That checkpoint is manned by the Airport operator's security officers who ensure that only travelers (with valid tickets and within the allotted check-in period) are permitted to access the terminal building. Travelers whose check-in time is 2-3 hours away are not allowed to go beyond this point so that the terminal is not overwhelmed with people waiting to check in. The third checkpoint has an x-ray machine to scan passengers' bags (the first checkpoint does not have an x-ray machine to scan passenger bags.) The fourth checkpoint is manned by the airline check-in staff whose job is to verify documents (passports, visas, and airline tickets). At this point, passengers with altered passports, inappropriate visas, or whose names as printed in the passport do not match what is printed on the ticket or visa are stopped. Their journey ends here and are either handed over to the authorities or told to go back and apply for appropriate visas or clarify their names as the case may be. The fifth checkpoint is the check-in counter and that is self-explanatory. The sixth check-point is the immigration stop, which is also self-explanatory. The seventh check-point is the pre-boarding security check. It has an x-ray machine and is manned by airport security officials who not only check for prohibited items but also ensure that containers with liquids in excess of 50 ml do not make their way to the aircraft cabin. The eighth checkpoint in the preboarding area is manned by airline officials who tear off a part of the boarding pass and also reconfirm the itinerary, especially where the passenger has a connecting flight. I have flown through Entebbe several times and this is what happens. As explained, officers at different checkpoints have different responsibilities. I have also been to other airports and know that the protocols are different and there may not be as many check/verifying points. What I would like all of you reading this to know is that different states have different ways of assessing threats and putting in place mechanisms to deal with them. I have traveled through airports where because of self-service counters, passengers encounter only immigration and pre-boarding security checks. Entebbe is different and for good reasons, I believe.

[@JonanDBH]

@@sebinamuwanga you are correct that yes every state has different things they’re looking for, but again I rebuttal with this… The process needs to be streamlined, meaning more efficient. 8 checks is not practical nor efficient. You counted 8 checks… Just constructive criticism.

[@sebinamuwanga]

@@JonanDBH I forgot to mention one checkpoint which deals specifically with migrant labour.....Ugandans departing for work abroad in the Middle East and Arab world. Officers at that particular checkpoint check to ensure that the migrant workers have the requisite paperwork and approvals. So, Entebbe has a total of 9 checkpoints from the Policemen at the airport entrance to the security officers at the pre-boarding gate. Can all this be streamlined? Yes! Before delving into more detail, I would like to hear from other avgeeks and their experiences at their home airports.

[@jacquelineachan9177]

@@sebinamuwanga Good explanation. Thank you. Personally I do not mind the many checks at Entebbe. Safety first😊🙏

[@Coldinwis]

I got so much respect for you and admiration for how you handle the heat in these videos! You’re a trooper and do a great job of not letting the heat make you crabby, or maybe you just edit it out lol. I’m heat intolerant so just watching these makes sweat lol

[@lucascalma605]

Wow Noel, I've been hearing you travel with Josh Cahill a lot in Africa, and a glass of champagne on board, and to me, this is cheers to both of you for your first (IDK if it is) trip together!

[@noelphilips]

Thank you Lucas!

[@thomasholdich6011]

I know Entebbe can be frustrating but it has a certain charm - watching the football with a Nile at the Crane Cafe is a charming experience. I have flown Ugandan from Entebbe to Nairobi (economy) and found the planes spotless, food pretty good and service impecable.

[@jacjones6794]

Another cracking video noel, been watching since the early days, and the vids have just got better and better especially the old ones that i watch for the third or fourth time. They age like fine wine. Keep it up, all the best.

[@noelphilips]

Thanks 👍

[@belugast]

Great avlog Noel.👍 Try and do more adventures with Josh, good chemistry and fun. You two should go over to South America, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Chile, etc… that would make a change. 🙏

[@danielhallqvist9575]

As always a great episode😊you really bring traveling to us that doesn’t have time to travel😊big fan👍

[@AtlasAir767CA]

Loved the video! Wow what's happening with the engine on the takeoff with all those sparks!!! Looks like the fan blades are rubbing and sparking. Josh was hot in the terminal but wearing a sweatshirt, LOL. Look forward to more of your adventures.

[@paulbenson3441]

Nice one Noel, great to see you and Josh and the friendly banter, Would be great to see more. Every time you go through a goody bag we keep hoping to see the stain remover. Have another good one.

[@teazerfemi]

Thanks so much for your lovely video, you are the FAMOUS 2, and a hug and kiss to the entire staff and management of Ugandan Airlines, your cabin crew are passionately fantastic so as well the flight deck crew, I love Ugandans

[@Lad7478]

Love to see more of you and Josh. Amazing seeing the A330-800neo what a blast the two of you. 👍✈️

[@sabinelandau2330]

You two are such a comedy act together. It's so refreshing. Isn't Josh a naughty boy, teasing you and making fun, lololol. And I am so glad you made it onto the 'bos'. 😀

[@McNuggets-419]

That moment Josh flipped you off while holding the blankets was the best 🤣

[@alexmcwhirter6611]

What made this airline famous was the grasshopper vendor plying his wares on the ground at Entebbe. It was this very same service to DXB onboard the same Airbus. Several videos on KZbin.

[@gridlore]

Watching the two of you together reminds me of the classic Crosby/Hope Road movies. Please, do team up when your itineraries allow it!

[@JohnStam]

"Always good to cream yourself" absolutely hilarious 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Very well done for the whole video Noel & Josh... 👏👏👏👏👏

[@noelphilips]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulmark63]

Noel fully agree Uganda airlines customer service on the plane was fabulous it’s so nice when they take pride Paul

[@ailisonkelland]

You two are so funny together! Its great to see the vlogs from both perspectives!

[@noelphilips]

Thank you!! 😊

[@ailisonkelland]

@@noelphilips yay i got a reply! Im a huge travel geek too. Love your vlogs flying emirates to thailand soon. Possibly Portugal next month i always say i work for holidays!

[@nancydavid6854]

Fun to see you have Josh traveling with you

[@aardvark888]

As always an excellent vid always look forward to these so I can travel for free, good choice of drink at Entebbe the old G&T so refreshing in hot climates thanks Noel.

[@mmacneill1]

Gotta love that Noel is baking in the terminal ... whereas Josh is wearing his hoodie and feeling cool as a cucumber 😎

[@Jancom123]

Of course you and Josh should make more videos together. Love watching your all’s collaboration. Keep it up!

[@williamgamelisenaya793]

Man you were not alone,Josh got an upgrade & Joined you in business class. Bless up. Watching from Sydney

[@Ryan_RyRy_Ryan]

I love how Noel is mafting while Josh is sat there in a hoodie!

[@Ozpif]

That was great Noel. Really good to see you boys adventuring together too!

[@BenLovesPlanes]

I don’t think I have ever heard one person moan so much in one video. Who knew airport op’s wouldn’t be as slick as a major European hub at a Central African airport!

[@jeremystanciel5408]

It’s interesting how one guy who didn’t even pay for the business class was able to move up there but nobody else was that’s strange 👀

[@denisek6402]

It’s fun watching you and Josh traveling together.

[@nitahandorf1547]

Really glad to see you both my favs flying Uganda Airlines together. Would love to see you both again with a different airlines, I’ve seen a different one but can’t remember what airlines.

[@Travelwow7]

Wow.. it’s great to join you in your trip to Africa 👍 Love it 🔥

[@buckd1ch]

Noel dying from the heat and Josh just chilling in a hoodie 😂

[@brucemcabee5042]

Another great video, I would love to see you fly Air Tahiti Nui, in fact, there could be a fun challenge for you as Air Tahiti Nui's fleet consists of only 4 aircraft and maybe you should fly on all 4.

[@andrewmoorhouse920]

Yes please, more Josh and Noel! 😁👍

[@expediofuture3905]

As someone who does the business class kitchen on flights now and again, beef can be a bit tricky to get juuuuuust right. Usually you wind up going a bit longer than recommended just to make sure it's not raw/frozen inside.

[@KevinJones-qp9er]

I'm absolutely loving this Africa adventure, just brilliant Noel 👌👍👍

[@alonequin9694]

Lovely to see you team up most enjoyable hope to see more of you travelling together thank you keep up the great work 👍👍

[@noelphilips]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@geomadcat]

Loved waiting all week for your weekend travel blog, lie I’m right with you! Keep it up brother!!

[@noelphilips]

I appreciate that!

[@allenorganist2011]

YES Noel, I would love to see more collaborations between you and Josh. I enjoy both of your channels. Maybe 1 day you 2 can fly with Mentour pilot as your captain. That would be awesome

[@roaddogg800]

Fantastic content! Great collaboration! I wonder how few places a person could travel currently who hasn't taken the vaccination? Certainly Africa seems off limits.

[@fionamacro7795]

Good to see you travelling together.

[@shaneruddock-pedallingtheg8114]

Hey Noel, I really hope to see you do a review on Condor airs flight to Fairbanks from frankfurt, the most bizarre flight path I can think of and hope to take..I already have enough savings. But its amazing there is a direct flight from Europe to alaska but not from the UK.. You can fly over the Arctic circle and Greenland with them. Cheapest flights sell off under 400 pounds with them. They fly to anchorage too and other locations.

[@julieleimkuehler1409]

I don't get to travel much, but I love planes. Ty for allowing us all to live vicariously through you. 🤩

[@SamSitar]

their business class looks great too.

[@tbd6]

Noel: "It's so hot!" Josh: *puts on hoodie*

[@evelynmartinez8045]

I love these videos he's seems like a very honest humble man and he's 6'4 like me so it makes me feel like I can travel when day

[@nurrizadjatmiko21]

Still a very awesome👍flight review with Josh, Noel. Also love the collab

[@noelphilips]

Thanks a ton!

[@matticus19]

You and josh are a hilarious double act. Proper cracking me up in this vid ✈️ ❤️

[@noelphilips]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@zarach11]

That business class cabin is the same as on Corsair's new Airbus planes. Had a few very nice flights in that cabin, really liked the in flight entertainment system and the seat

[@BRAIRCO]

Great video Noel !!!!! Well, I liked the attitude of the Purser, that it is an important issue when you fly. Also it looks like Uganda Airlines is trying to improve and doing their best to make the passengers feel comfortable.. I think that they did great for a 6 hrs flight !!!!!

[@hannahanderson4305]

LOL, always good to cream yourself, had me cracking up!!

[@brucemyerson8866]

Love watching each of your and Josh reviews. Even though you have travelled together you each have your own fun quirks. Just loved your final collaboration trip along with the others. Looking forward to another few episodes together in the future. You and Josh should look at getting protégés if you get recognized on the flight at least your protege can do the objective reviews. Well done guys👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 hope both your views have increased substantially !!!

[@brookeintheair]

Loves seeing you two together!

[@Stllno]

Hmmm… Uganda is not on my travel bucket list, lol. Noel wearing a tee shirt and sweating, Josh wearing a hoodie and staying cool?

[@jontooke846]

Great video I love the two of you guys traveling together

[@noelphilips]

Thank you so much!

[@shuaibahmed1182]

Great video Noel. The one bit that had me in Creases was the inflight entertainment bit when you were going through the movies and said Harry Plopper🤣. Totally hilarious.

[@noelphilips]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@willgiles6848]

Love that you and josh teamed up!

[@onocoffee]

The thing I never understood about EBB is that long walk from the car park, up the stairs, across the upper deck before getting into the terminal. Been going to Uganda for fifteen years and it's always been like that. I don't know why they don't let cars drop you off at the entrance - especially after the security check before you enter the grounds! And I've spent many, many hours in that lounge drinking as much Stoney Tangawizi as I could. And that whole thing for everyone to go to the gate and just wait, that happens to everyone on all airlines at EBB. But I do love Uganda.

[@oldmanc2]

Good post!

[@Gibbs-rq4yg]

Well Mr Phillips unfortunate for you you ended up not alone in business class did you :) Great to see the 2 of you together

[@timmcneeley549]

Can you and Josh put your take off videos together to allow us view the takeoff from opposite sides of the plane simultaneously? Great video! Keep it up!!

[@patwoods3659]

Really enjoyed your trip together you should do more👍

[@Landylan]

Great videos! I enjoyed them a lot! :) Two of my favorite youtubers in one pack! I loved watching you two! :D

[@noelphilips]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@simonhutchings6073]

Noel Entebbe airport looked like hard work,Uganda Airlines on the other hand looked brilliant! The A330 800 spotless . Loved this colab with Josh . I really enjoyed this vlog.😀👍

[@noelphilips]

Thanks a lot!

[@alexclement7221]

3:04: I like the guy in the shot behind Noel (upstairs, behind the glass..) checking the rubbish bins....

[@WhiskyLoversSociety]

They do the same thing in Nairobi airport. Bloody crazy. Get out of the car to before you go to the terminal. Pre airport terminal check. Security check. Then covid check. Then check it. Then immigration. Then security again. Hate that airport

[@michaelosgood9876]

My favorite widebody- Uganda A330 800. These look amazing! Inside & out.

[@carlmcgregor2707]

More of the Dynamic Duo... You two guys are great together

[@frankbarr9239]

These videos always make for a pleasant Sunday 😁

[@dennisalexandercabico9481]

👍👍👍great team combo with Josh, Noel.. Hope to see more collab in the future 👍👍🙏🙏.. Safe Travels, Noel..

[@noelphilips]

Thank you so much!

[@flyoverfredusa]

more collabs please, great watch

[@bschmidt242]

What a Dream Team! Hope top see more ! Thanks a lot🤗

[@EverythingFlight]

Oh man, we love the unusual places you fly to/from. Great content as always! ✈

[@noelphilips]

Thanks a ton!

[@beachboysswiftie]

Yeah I love that he flies to unique places we don’t usually hear about

[@EverythingFlight]

@@beachboysswiftie Absolutely! ✈

[@scottgordon1781]

Nice to see your side after watching you both on Josh's channel . For fun at the airport you could have asked about 'The Raid on Entebbe ' :-)

[@Vessynikol]

Always so much fun watching your videos, another great one.

[@noelphilips]

Thanks!

[@88chrisb]

I think you and Josh make a good combo! Would like to see some more collabs in the future.

[@seanatson1090]

Yes would love too see another collaboration.

[@steveb1972]

Sweating away with Josh sat in his hoodie!