Although Emirates have changed there pricing for these Fifth Freedom Flights between Hong Kong and Bangkok opportunities still exist especially if you're going round trip. It's too much to explain in a comment so I've written an article on the Grey Gap Year Website mygreygapyear.com/emirates-price-update-hong-kong-and-bangkok/ *SUPPORT ME* Patreon: www.patreon.com/MyGreyGapYear Donate: www.paypal.com/paypalme/mygreygapyear *WEBSITE* (Additional Content and Information) mygreygapyear.com/
@richt.49003 ай бұрын
This sounds like a great idea for a little excursion when going to Thailand. This 1st class/business class travel looks like a worthwhile treat. 👏🏻🇬🇧😉
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks, I really enjoyed it, a wonderful diversion
@snoman1999Ай бұрын
Also are all the business class seats a bit cramped or was it just the ones with a window 🪟 🤔
@mygreygapyearАй бұрын
That is a good question, I'm going to say that I think that they're all going to be a bit narrow, but they shouldn't be. I think they have a foot cubby that is too generous and that makes the seat in front a bit narrow.
@nomdeplume27242 ай бұрын
A great and honest review Phil. Exactly what I was looking for on this service. Thank you. 🤓
@mygreygapyear2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind comments much appreciated. Glad it was helpful.
@kikyochan663 ай бұрын
Love your videos! The Emirates lounge is beautiful! The seat is a bit tight but still great. I had to watch your British airways videos several times, and write things down too. Really awesome information in videos!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
I don't want to give the seat a thumbs up or down just yet. I'm hoping I'll get to do some more flights with Emirates before too long and have a better chance to give it a proper review. I'm glad you're enjoying the videos, I'm setting up a website where I'll hopefully be able to create some downloadable information for you, that I can then keep updated. Thanks Phil
@kikyochan663 ай бұрын
@@mygreygapyear looking forward to the website!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
@@kikyochan66 Your wish is my command, mygreygapyear.com/ (I'll be moving it to www.mygreygapyear.com/ soon but it will be seamless for you
@BushmanUKoriginal3 ай бұрын
Hi Phil, excellent video as always. I just flew Austrian Business Class Vienna-BKK, amazing experience, didnt record it since my channel is pranking, not trip reports. Keep up the good work.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind comments Bushman, I hope you had a great trip
@jimmyjames64923 ай бұрын
Amazing deals! Thanks for sharing + video!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
My absolute pleasure, thank you for your comment, it's much appreciated.
@barrybbenson38793 ай бұрын
Would be interested to hear your thoughts on how this journey and product compared to your recent Q Suite journey, Phil?
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Although I'm a bit down on the Qsuite in my video, I found the hard product on the aircraft I was on with Emirates to probably be the worst long haul business seat I've ever been on, and this is apparently an improvement on their 2-2-2 seat on the Boeing 777. I would honestly pick all three of the business class seats I've tried on Qatar over this.
@barrybbenson38793 ай бұрын
@@mygreygapyeargreat insight, thank you! I’m due to be flying out to Tokyo later this year and was tossing and turning between Emirates or Qatar and think I’ve settled in the Q Suite product! Great video as always
@michaelc86513 ай бұрын
The Emirates First class fare on this route is also awesome value to tick off a bucket list item.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, I've made a video about this route in first (shameless plug alert) 😊
@martinbeaumont11353 ай бұрын
Nice to see the A380s are getting used more often, I even hear Airbus might start building more, but that interior looks quite old and tired and ready for a refit. Top work Phil!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind comment, much appreciated. I read about Airbus keeping the door open on more A380s that would be quite the turnaround.
@peterhastings7033 ай бұрын
@@mygreygapyear Hi Phil - another nice video. Was this flight before the one in First with EK? As for the A380, I'm not so sure. There was a speculative CNN piece which raised the possibility, but Airbus have repurposed the A380 assembly line to make the A321ULR and they are running at full capacity with an order book of over 8000 aircraft to fulfil. These will be mainly for the A320 family which I assume are profitable, whereas the A380 wasn't. And have any airlines gone public with an interest in new A380s? In any case, Emirates have orders for over 100 777Xs from Boeing. When (if?) they start arriving, some second hand A380s may be on the market!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
@@peterhastings703 This was a week before the First Class video
@dwightmark32882 ай бұрын
Nice vlog Phil, yr channel just popped up as im checking out the a30 800 plane ,ive booked to on in December from uk to bangkok, any ideas for a possible cheeky upgrade? Always used etihad economy but the seats are so cramped 😢
@mygreygapyear2 ай бұрын
My upgrades with BA have almost certainly been because of my status with BA, and that was because my class of travel (economy) was overbooked, so I got bumped. It's difficult to get an upgrade without paying using either points or cash. Sorry.
@goupgodown3 ай бұрын
Another great video thanks!! Got one question though, what was the best hack to get to Hong Kong or (Macau to then Hong Kong)from UK ?
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
This weeks video is about that exact topic 😊. If you're flying into Hong Kong and then going directly to Macao or going the other way, From Macao and then flying out of Hong Kong without needing or wanting to go into Hong Kong then you don't need to clear immigration or collect your bag. So, flying into Hong Kong and onward to Macao, go to the transfer desks in E2. There are two ferry desks, walk past those and around the corner to the bus desks. Buy a ticket (mine was free but the listed price is 280HKD or about £28) and give them your luggage receipt and they will get your bags for you. They'll tell you where the gate for the bus is too. You go directly to Macao and clear immigration there. There'll be taxi's at the port but if you're staying in or near a casino hotel there will be free shuttles from about 8am to 8pm and no one cares if you're staying at the hotel or not, you can just take the bus. On the way back you can get a ticket at the port or purchase your ticket online, www.macauhkairportbus.com/ You can check your bag at the port in Macao if you're flying onward. It was odd for me, I checked my bag and then got it back and then checked it again at HKIA, but once I was at the airport I checked my bag in check in area just for airport direct bus passengers, went through a security check which was again just for bus passengers and there was no queueing at either. One I was through security I was airside at Hong Kong International Airport and I could go to the lounge or to the gate.
@M158-o3x3 ай бұрын
HKG is my favourite airport. Modern, with amazing lounges. You must try the CX F lounges
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, I agree but I wish the people mover went in both directions, I walked back from the Pier a few weeks ago, it was long.
@JettTyler173 ай бұрын
Nice review on this service, I know you could possibly fly the Boeing 777 in Business Class between Malta & Cyprus for about £250 but again it goes up & down quite a bit!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind comments, much appreciated. I'd like to try the Malta to Cyprus route, if only to see what their other business class seat is like, thanks for the tip 😊
@JettTyler173 ай бұрын
@@mygreygapyear No worries!
@snoman1999Ай бұрын
Hi Phil - New Subscriber 👍🏼 Is there a limit on the time you can spend in the lounge before yr flight ✈️?
@mygreygapyearАй бұрын
I flew business class from Hong Kong to Bangkok and there were other flights before mine, so the check in desk and the dedicated lounge were both open and they were happy to check me in and welcome me to the lounge, I was there at least three hours before. As far as a limit, I think check in desk and lounge opening times only, but I'm not 100%
@snoman1999Ай бұрын
@@mygreygapyear thanks 🤙🏼
@kuzeyboy3 ай бұрын
For me, it would be amazing but I need to add a flight from Dublin on to this! I don't know if most of the subscribers are in Asia but I would love to see some similar experiences in Europe!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Yeah, I agree, if you're not in the region anyway then it's going to be expensive. There is something similar between Malta and Larnaca but it's a bit more expensive than this flight.
@HarvysHotDeals3 ай бұрын
How long before the flight can you get access to the lounge ? Is there a time limit you can stay in lounge ? Enjoyed your vid thanks
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your question, but I'm not too sure. I came in direct from Macau to Hong Kong airport, so there was no issue with the main check in desks being open, and I essentially arrived "airside" so I just went to the lounge. The Bangkok flight currently leaves at 21:30 but there is another Emirates flight that leaves at 19:00 so the lounge is going to be open from at least 17:00, I was there probably 4 hours before take off.
@faithg97663 ай бұрын
I loved how tickled you were about the angry minor demanding drinks. The entrance to the seat was a little snug, one of those situations where you try to get your legs to breathe in!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thank you for your comment, I thought I was going to have to vault the mini bar at one point 😂
@niosanfrancisco3 ай бұрын
Just great videos and a friendly face,. Thank you.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Well, that is a wonderfully kind comment, thank you, Phil
@Maur1ce.3 ай бұрын
Love your reviews Phil, really great for the average guy like myself, have you considered setting up a Patreon account and starting a what’s app group for members? I’d join no problem, I was in another group, but it was too “high brow “ for me .
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thank you for your comment and support, I have created a Patreon with 1 tier, £3 per month, I wanted to get come content on there before I promoted it, but you would be very welcome to be my very first member, the link is, www.patreon.com/MyGreyGapYear Thanks you, Phil
@imaginationandflair3 ай бұрын
This is a regular biz fare on this route. Typically 2 and a half hour sector. A nice treat, not worth the extra cash.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment and I appreciate you sharing your views, I agree with you that it was a nice treat, for sure.
@philipchild57923 ай бұрын
You bastard 😂😂😂 you have my juices flowing with the lounge food ~ top notch bub
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Lounge food was excellent 😊 Thank you for your comment, Phil
@leon2109782 ай бұрын
How is it so cheap? How do I get it?
@mygreygapyear2 ай бұрын
I bought a one way cash fare between Bangkok and Hong Kong, I found it through Google Flights and I booked it directly with Emirates, this article has more information for you, mygreygapyear.com/emirates-price-update-hong-kong-and-bangkok/
@ZacharyCox-e1t3 ай бұрын
Great video Phil what equipment do you use?
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment and question, this video was filmed on a GoPro 10 (which is why the low light footage walking onto the aircraft is very shaky). I used to use a small Rode shotgun mic to record my voice but it attracted too much attention so I decided to stop using that. I have used my KZbin ad revenue to date to purchase a new Sony ZV-1 II but I haven't taken that with me on a trip yet. I am planning to purchase a Wireless Mic kit soon (next time KZbin send me some money 😊) Do you make videos? Do you have recommendations on equipment. I was torn between the Sony Camera and the DJI Pocket 3, and part of me still wishes I'd gone with the pocket 3. Thanks Phil
@MorgansWorld7603 ай бұрын
I'm yet to fly Emirates, but I will be looking forward to it if and when the day comes.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Hope you do one day soon, I'll look forward to your video, Thanks Phil
@MorgansWorld7603 ай бұрын
@@mygreygapyear I do appreciate that 💯
@TravelSignal3 ай бұрын
Certainly looks like a good flight, and you made the most of the tipple offerings! By champagne cocktails, did you have a kir royale? Fairly common in France (back when I lived there), champagne and crème de cassis - very nice!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, the Champagne Cocktail on the menu is Champagne, Brandy, Angostura Bitters, slice of orange and a cherry 😊. I don't think I would go to the trouble at home but it was a fun change. The Kir Royale also sounds good though.
@LadymaryC3 ай бұрын
I have no frame of reference for comparison but it does all look a bit dated.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
I agree with you, that cabin needs a rethink and a refurb.
@adriancarey78483 ай бұрын
It looked like a very jolly experience from start to finish - hic. I'd have done the same. Well played.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
A jolly experience, the perfect description, thank you for your comment, it's much appreciated.
@zeldacarr63203 ай бұрын
I have only been to the BA lounge in Hong Kong! Emirates looks nice okay to me!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Interesting, I flew back from Hong Kong and we were directed to the Qantas Business Lounge as part of our ticket, but the Emirates lounge is a nice lounge with excellent food 😀 Thank you for your comment, much appreciated, Phil
@AndyDouglasChannel3 ай бұрын
Waaaaay too much water in that Glenfiddich! You should be adding by a couple of drops. Add some, taste, then add a bit more, depending on preference!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, Glenfiddich 12 is not my favourite single malt and so I tend to add a bit more water to it. But Glenmorangie 10 I hardly water at all, but as far as needing to taste as I go, drinking whisky is something I have done a lot of, so no need for that... 😂
@petershez3 ай бұрын
Great video, one question though, where the lamb cutlets served on an upside down plate?
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
😂 don't think so, I plated them (chef in a former life) but I'd had a few drinks so anything's possible 😂 Thank you for your support, Phil
@alexandermallett18523 ай бұрын
The one place to not lie about your age, one would think! The seat does seem rather dated, is there an updated version? And if so does that ever fly this route?
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
I know, I found the underage kid situation very funny. As far as equipment goes, I think Emirates fly this route to get an extra flight from Dubai into Hong Kong each day, so this is probably the plane that always flies it.
@shubobtv3 ай бұрын
The entire Emirates fleet is undergoing a major interior revamp programme. The interior is dated and I'm sure it is scheduled to get a makeover. My office is 80ft away from the Emirates engineering office in Dubai so I can say with 100% confidence it's getting the upgrade it deserves.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
@@shubobtv Thank you for your comment and the heads up, much appreciated.
@Greenfield-113 ай бұрын
Couple of extra drinks in the lounge Phil? 🤣
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
You gotta fill your boots haven't ya 😂
@M0XXQ3 ай бұрын
Stilton and Port, followed by a good Scotch Whisky = Bliss!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Yeah, it was a very good stilton too (I can't remember if I mention that in the video 😂)
@ukdavepianoman3 ай бұрын
Emirates Business is very good but I agree the overall decor is far too blingy. The bar area is wonderful...given enough time.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
I agree, way too much gold for me, very in your face, especially when you're in a window seat.
@Maiiftl3 ай бұрын
It’s one of the reason why I never fully watched emirates reviews.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
@@Maiiftl BA cabins are significantly more beige, please cheer me up (England just lost) and watch a few of those 😊
@cobbyclan34663 ай бұрын
Another great video, Phil. Flew business A380 to and from Dubai last summer, tired looking cabin like yours, seats are too narrow and need updating otherwise Emirates will be overtaken by others. All the best, Keith.
@goldenkoi233 ай бұрын
Hello, I ask an unrelated question please. I travelled BA, PE to Dubai from ABZ, out end of March return early April, my tier point year ending in May 2024. I received 400 tier points as a result of the double points promotion so 10+90+90+10 x 2 so remained Silver. With the new adjustment tier point period in force, I’ve now been given 100 points for the April return flights, into the new year finishing 31/03/25. I’ve rang BA several times asking if it should be 200 roll over points due to the double promotion. Each time I get told they’re not sure & will check, if so I’ll receive the adjustment within 10 days. I’ve still not received anything. Do you think I am entitled to the 200 tier points or am I mistaken?? Thanks
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Hi There, thanks for your question, if you flew out in March and returned in April then, in my opinion, the April flight should count in your transition year from 1 April 2024 to 31st March 2025, and since that flight was part of a BA holiday then all the associated bonus points should also come across (so a total of 200 points for the return flight). I think you're next move is to email BA, I've got an email address for this specific purpose off FlyerTalk exec-club.socialmedia@ba.com Another email mentioned is: customer.relations@holidays.ba.com So I would email one and copy in the other. You should at least get a written response to your query, call centres often kick it down the road in the hope that you'll run out of steam or at the very least it won't be their problem. The issue is, of course, training. If the call centre op knew what to do to solve your problem or answer you're question then they would, happily. But they don't know what to do with it. Good luck and let me know how you get on.
@malpalmer32693 ай бұрын
Emirates have a 2-3-2 business class on some routes. Which is worse than Qatar’s old 2-2-2 even!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, the more I see on Emirates Business the less impressed I am with it.
@charliebrown53 ай бұрын
Thank you ✈️
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
As always Charlie, thank you for your comment and support, and you're very welcome 😊
@kand4491703 ай бұрын
great video, 14:58 in the title your missing an I !
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Oh no, that's what I get for rushing, thank you for letting me know, I do appreciate it. Thanks Phil
@turbod153 ай бұрын
First class gone up now so found business £357 return flight hkg to bkk
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Very nice, I think they put the business up for a little while but put it down again, but £357 return is a new best price, so well done you!
@turbod153 ай бұрын
@@mygreygapyear no 1st for me lol
@niosanfrancisco3 ай бұрын
Sometimes you got to run for the gate in HK !!! LOL
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
😂😂😂 It's a big airport for sure...
@robbogsy34693 ай бұрын
How did you get it for £345!
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
That is very simple, if you go to google flights, select a one way flight from Hong Kong to Bangkok and pick your date, then when the resulting list of flights comes up you can either scroll down to find the Emirates flight or you can filter to only show the Emirates flight. I've just checked and they're currently £340 with the odd one at £307. Let me know if you need any more help, Phil
@robbogsy34693 ай бұрын
@@mygreygapyear is it just from Hongkong what about the UK
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
@@robbogsy3469 This price is available between Hong Kong and Bangkok, if I find any others this is where I'll post them 😊
@tanvirahemd89383 ай бұрын
Please don't do these videos 😂 the Bangkok to Hong Kong flight has gone to to an average of £1000 compared to £700 for first class return...I think loads of people are trying to book after seeing the video meaning the price went up...and it's £1000ish for all future dates
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
😂 I know, Emirates have been putting the prices up since the First Class video went crazy, but business prices have remained reasonable for £300 or less one way and if you add a first class ticket as one leg of your round trip it stays reasonable. I've put the information on my website, mygreygapyear.com/emirates-price-update-hong-kong-and-bangkok/
@markbuhler57213 ай бұрын
I’m concerned you’re putting the reviews for us above what’s humanly possible! I lost count of the meals and drinks you wolfed down just for sharing the experience! Definitely get those steps in next time .. and the seat might seem larger. Hilarious about the kid wanting drinks 🍸 Keep up the good work. After all those drinks during a short flight, I’m amazed they didn’t need to carry you off the plane
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
I ate in the lounge about 4 hours before I flew 😊 but it is a tough job and I'm dedicated to it 😂
@Tgshgkgh3 ай бұрын
Emirates increased price LOL😂 nice video but dude you have under 10k views
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, I don't think they have on the business ticket actually, the one way first sure but the business ticket is £341 one way Hong Kong to Bangkok and £271 the other way in business.
@robertmay73313 ай бұрын
Great Vid, Phil. I LOVE Brooklyn 99 as well. I'm waiting for you to say something that I can quip with back with 'Title of your sex tape' 😆. I'm still struggling needing 195 points to progress to Silver by 8th Sept. Time is running out and I'd be gutted to miss out. Can you be my Captain Holt?
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, I'm glad you caught the "boiled rags" comment, I always think of that scene when I'm offered a hot towel. 195 points before September the 8th is very short notice. I did a cheeky search for any last minute holiday bargains the other day, long story short, I didn't find any, sorry. If your budget is the issue then I think UK travel in August or early September might be your best bet flying between two provincial airports via Heathrow. Manchester to Jersey is £443 in Business out on 5th, back on the 6th September which is £2.77 per point. Or some shuttles between London and other airports, Manchester to London is £198 out on 31/08 back the next day with a similar option for the next weekend. Of course you are in your transitional period, so any points you earned after the 1st April this year are counting towards your current transition year which ends on the 31st March. If you earned some of your other points since April it might be worth looking at a trip to Southern Europe in February or March. Good luck, let me know how you get on.
@rickreid85723 ай бұрын
This is pointless.
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
Ha ha ha, I see what you did there 😂
@badul93 ай бұрын
Dude I love yr vids! You’ve not only scored a decent class of flight for an average price but you really enjoyed yr meal prior to flying!! ❤😂🎉🎉😊
@mygreygapyear3 ай бұрын
@@badul9 Thanks for your kind comments, much appreciated.