I Flew VIRGIN AUSTRALIA from PERTH to SYDNEY in ECONOMY! What do you EXPECT from a LOW COST AIRLINE?

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I Flew VIRGIN AUSTRALIA from PERTH to SYDNEY in ECONOMY! What do you EXPECT from a LOW COST AIRLINE? Join me on my journey from Perth in Western Australia flying cross country to Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia's largest cities, don't miss the amazing views on landing of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. A full in depth review of the in flight entertainment, seat comfort, on board food, cabin crew and in-flight service. See the Take off, In Flight Experience and The Landing. The Entire journey from my Hotel in London to my Hotel in Sydney Australia. It's like you are travelling virtually with me, but from the comfort of your chair. Sit back and be an armchair traveller in this fun packed travel day vlog.
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[@GsCConcrete123]

i no sum one who lives in PERTH my friend

[@kevinmott6205]

How do I do that Lee

[@johnwsmith5]

how much are they paying you to say that ?

[@anonymous77173]

Fantastic vlog lee .. lovin this vlog xxxx❤❤

[@guypickup4966]

Kings cross is fine, botanical gardens,looks out for bats in tree's, enjoy

[@sandgroperwookiee65]

🍔HUNGRY JACKS🍔 Explanation: When Jack Cowin, an Australian businessman, went to open the chain's first franchise Down Under in 1971, there was already a local restaurant called Burger King that had the name trademarked. To avoid any confusion, he went with the name Hungry Jack's, most likely inspired by his own namesake. The first Australian franchise of Burger King Corporation was established in Innaloo, Perth, on 18 April 1971, under the auspices of Cowin's new company Hungry Jack's Pty Ltd.

[@timhicks2154]

After another day and week of nasty weather here in the U.K., (I work outside!), what a tonic these videos are.

[@garyp3795]

Straight away if had the opportunity to move to Oz I would pick Perth, less busy and more chilled out and quiet, my kind of lifestyle

[@grahamjones9483]

Same thing happened when I was trying to go from Perth to Singapore in Feb ‘23. The baggage carousels wouldn’t work and what should have been a 5 minute exercise took 2 hours. Just use real people not machines In Sydney do the Bondi- Coogee walk and also go to Doyle’s on the beach for fish and chips at Watson Bay. Absolutely beautiful. You can catch a ferry there from Circular Quay. Finally Manly beach is very good. Enjoy Sydney, it’s a great great city.

[@Teagirl009]

Just a tip, you can get off the train at museum station (or central). Would've been much closer. I assimed you were staying around the harbour when you got off at circular quay! Enjoy tour stay in Sydney. Be sure to take a day trip to visit the Blue Mountains too. And please try some of the many Asians cuisines, Indian and Middle Eastern. Vietnamese Banh Mi is very popular in Sydney. (Pork roll is the classic). Spice Alley near Central station has quite a few good options and lovely outdoor setting. Another suggestion is a HSP, which you can get from any kebab shop. It's basically chips with cheese on top, then shaved kebab meat on top lf thay and the trio of sauces (garlic , bbq, and chilli). Charcoal chicken is popular too. Portuguese places. Actually a Lebanese place does great stuff -El Jannah. They have a few places around sydney suburbs. If you do end up hoing to Clovelly beach, "Out of the blue " does really good fish and chips. I haven't been in a few years but it was really good last i was there. Might have even been where the JOLLY guys went. Theres lots of seafood options , Sydney is surrounded by water. Just depends where you end up. I always say, ask the locals.

[@bigal6789]

Looking forward to your colab with MGUY & JC, interesting conversations a head.

[@user-jz7ri6xb7k]

You should take the ferry to Manly. Got to go to Darling Harbour, also Chinatown. Try the Emperor Puffs out the Chinese bakery. It’s a thing, Look up John Torode for tip) try Chinese food courts in Chinatown. Laksa is a fav. George Street for a wander. Barangaroo for wander. Oh def go to the Rocks! See also oldest pub near the rocks. Blue Mountains Hunters valley if you can go up the coast, if not the swan River wine cruise when back in Perth. Sooo much and I love it. Dont forget the tower and Star Casino area (Billy Connolly) If you dare, walk the bridge x

[@daskrispysquivvel3120]

When at the Opera House, go around the front (waterside) of it and check out the steps that go down into the water. There is a seal (Benny) who lives there and often sunbakes on the steps, you can get a pic of him framed with the Bridge in the background for an interesting thumbnail!

[@kennethoblenesjr8493]

Wow, it’s changed since I was there in 1968. I’m from the Boston region and I was there when I was in the Navy. It was like being in the US in the 50’s. Spent most of my time in the Kings Cross area. Have fun mate.

[@mark123655]

Kings Cross isn't what it was.. Still a few pubs but becoming gentrified and Sydney's nightlife now a lot more spread out. You might remember the Bourbon and Beefsteak near the fountain, currently a construction site for apartments and a hotel, though a pub will remain on the ground floor.

[@liberty0758]

Fun fact: you can sit in the front, next to the driver, in a taxi or any other chauffer service with no issues. It's an Australian laid back custom.

[@PaulEnt1]

Lee, Perth looks absolutely brilliant, your trip has inspired me to go next February , can’t wait

[@user-pb1gj9hj1e]

Wow wow wow, Lee! I asked and you delivered. So many thanks for swinging by the Perth cricket ground before your departure from Perth. Looking forward to the Sydney sights through Macmaster eyes! Onwards my friend.

[@yorkshireoz9416]

Great vlog Lee, the clarity is amazing, I know you work hard on the editing & it shows. You are in the best country in the world, every state is different, so much to see, you'll have to come back my friend.

[@davehorton7712]

Flew Virgin Blue from Sydney to Melborne quite some time ago, cabin crew where brilliant, on on the tanoy during the safety drill a female attendant said "we turn the cabin lights down on take off as per flight rules, truth is we do it to enhance the beauty of the cabin crew, we all look better in twilight" Now check your seat belts are tight and lets get ready for blaaaasstt off

[@richardshaw1968]

To be fair the don’t need to turn the lights down…

[@Elsie-uy2kl]

Another great video Lee. I'm so glad I discovered you a couple of months ago. I love your videos so much that I'm watching some of your older ones. 👍😄

[@sannox01]

Thought you had a bodyguard in the intro for a moment 🙂

[@RichardWilkinson-cw1lx]

I thought he was a bouncer outside a nightclub

[@changnoi3637]

when i went to Sydney i stayed in the Kings Cross area and thought it was great, my favourite bar was Bourbon and Beefsteak. while in Sydney try and do a stadium tour of the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) one of the worlds most iconic cricket grounds.

[@mark123655]

Bourbon and Beefsteak got remodelled to a more upmarket bar called The Bourbon in the early 2000s. The whole block is currently demolished other than the white facade for a new apartment and hotel development, but a bar will return.

[@Ragnar009]

Now the only thing left to do is to drive a Nissan Leaf from Sydney back to Perth. See how long that takes. 😅

[@andrewsnooks9077]

Nice one lee enjoyed you're vlog thanks for taking us with you hope you have a great time in Sydney 👍looking forward to it

[@martindance5542]

I am so jealous, I wish i was there with you. Now make a note Lee, you must take the ferry to Manly and do the walk, you must visit the Chinese Garden, I think you are probably too late to book the Bridge climb but try anyway. The Blue Mountain are a must see as well. I don't know how much time you have in Australia but Cairns is well worth a visit, you need to snorkel the Barrier Reef and visit Kuranda it is really well good. Don't forget to buy a boomerang and an Akubra hat, would suit you well.

[@kevinmott6205]

Great video of flying into the airport. The Opera house looked tiny. It looks very green . Great job Lee 😊

[@KammiNeko]

Great video! You really make the viewer feel as though they are experiencing it with you.

[@fishtigua]

A 737 and the door didn't fall out. Bonus!!!!

[@leebiddies106]

Great vlog , it’s great to see your reactions to the City and the double decker trains, something that I as someone who lives in Sydney take for granted. Hope you have a fantastic stay in fabulous Sydney..

[@jason-uk]

Looked like a super smooth take off roll,really enjoying this series Lee enjoy every minute and thanjs for sharing your travels with us

[@martinwalker3372]

Good to see you had a good journey without turbulence and brilliant you keep meeting lovely people on your travels. My, you're really putting the hours in. Great video. Thanks Lee.

[@user-eq3dm6qb1t]

Another great vlog Lee hope you enjoy yourself in Sydney take care keep safe Sheila and family

[@carolmurray5569]

loved the video Lee, Sydney looks amazing to and i look forward to your videos . 😊😊

[@tinalouise5880]

So looking forward to seeing your Sydney adventures!😊

[@susanglasgow8992]

Excited for all the Sydney blogs. Xxx

[@stanneyfield]

You must do the Bridge Climb - it's brilliant!!! Also the coastal walk from Bondi to Coogee. Go into the Coogee Bay Hotel and ask for Dougie!!!

[@user-ve1dj4no8y]

Really enjoying your videos! Keep up the great work. Sydney really is a lot of fun!

[@timcollins380]

You really went the long way to the airport there Lee, but I just love seeing my beautiful Perth home through your eyes and camera. Thank you.😁

[@Lovelifeandtravel]

Enjoyed this video as always. Hope you are enjoying Sydney! 😊

[@user-fl2bk8dx3g]

Looking forward to exploring Sydney with you, my granddaughter is in Rose bay and loving it. It was great watching you landing and I can imagine the thrill she would have had 😊

[@andrewcairns7719]

Great video, looking forward to the upcoming ones in Sydney 😁

[@ChrisHUTTON-zc4br]

I think the carpet would make me sick!🤣

[@rinibrugel3573]

A trip to the Sydney fish markets is an event in itself.

[@matthewetheridge4535]

Oh cod the fish markets are great what a plaice!

[@Lookup2Wakeup]

Great content MacMaster, enjoyed this one 👌

[@nicolepeters6660]

Aww Ciao Perth 😢 I bet it was emotional leaving after such a lovely visit. I've loved every minute of it and, am looking forward to travelling onwards with you ❤

[@rbnhd1144]

Nice friendly couple, Love the Prestige limo guy Darren, he looked the part, so glad you hooked up, a win win for all of us. Love the room that Shower and the Hotel receptionist, gotta love the Brit Babes.

[@CMDRSweeper]

Oh my Lee, you found an oldie and a last hurrah from a manufacturer called "Fokker" at 14:15 The Fokker 100, and still in revenue service, an aircraft with quite the legacy as well, and the last sample rolled of the assembly line in 1998, even though Fokker bankrupted and disappeared in 1996. The aircraft you looked at and shot a picture of is even older, 32 years and started it's life in America.

[@barrygreen7728]

When Jack Cowin, an Australian businessman, went to open the chain's first franchise Down Under in 1971, there was already a local restaurant there called Burger King that had the name trademarked. To avoid any confusion, he went with the name Hungry Jack's, most likely inspired by his own namesake

[@luapnitsua5859]

@The Macmaster you are right about Hungry Jack!.The was already a restaurant called that in Aus.Really enjoyed seeing so much Aussie sun here in blighty "at least through your videos". Enjoy the rest of your trip and have fun bud👍

[@MalcolmKerr1963]

Another great video mate always wanted to visit there weather looks gorgeous been a subscriber for over a year now always find your videos interesting and varied. Oh I’m a subscriber to walk on the wild side to just heard he’s not to well at the min feeling quite poorly hope he gets well and feels better soon you and him have uploaded some cracking videos 👍

[@marklittle3551]

Just to mention that black hire car was a VF Holden Statesman or Caprice. The last and epitome of aussie automotive engineering.

[@rbnhd1144]

Thanks for that, I was thinking it was one of those, with a nice 5 litre motor Id bet.

[@alexgraham39]

So glad you’re experiencing Sydney! The best city in the world and a real sense of adventure.

[@aerotuc]

was the best until terrorist protests changed it.,.

[@trk1973]

I lived in Sydney 30 years ago when it was much less hectic than it is today. Everything there is now very expensive. I like to visit but would never live there nowadays. Kings X is extremely quiet nowadays compared to the 80s and early 90s which is a bit disappointing. The Rocks used to be a great night out however I don't know what it is like nowadays. Definitely do a beach walk, ride a ferry, visit the Blue Mountains (check the forecast before as it can get unexpectedly foggy) and check out the south coast via train if you can spare a day (Kiama is nice).

[@pacmanghostdude5227]

Have a great time! Love your videos you make us feel like we are right there with you!

[@tvandenakker]

Love when you said its got a bit ot London and a bit of New York. It was very fitting with the majestic QM2 in port. On a side note, Perth also has a train from the city to airport in 15 mins for no more than $5 ($1.50 concession)

[@wendychiverton2779]

Omg Lee that hotel room is amazing can't wait to see what Sydney has to offer

[@rw-xf4cb]

Perth is in a flatter area surrounded by large hill range (Darling range), which Kalamunda resides on. Basically Perth area stretches north (almost Yanchep) and south (Mandurah)and doesn't go over the range so once you go past Kalamunda you are moving into almost unchartered territory most of the population in WA is in the Perth basin region. Was told once apparently its bit precarious for flying into Perth airport as the winds affected by the it's closeness to the range make it bit difficult to land and take off though probably modern planes have less of an issue with this. Yanchep in my days was considered far away and something one would do on a weekend for something different. Bunbury/Busselton were other popular holiday locations - good for surfing too. Mandurah used to be so far away now is a suburb of Perth.

[@maureenkidd6629]

Who needs to go on holiday with you about, Mr MacMaster?! Great video!

[@charlesoliver2838]

Excellent Lee good to see so much of Australia.

[@duncanmackenzie4076]

I love looking at the desert from the plane, it looks like an Aboriginal painting. That's the perspective they illustrate from a view from above.

[@kevinsingers6578]

Injoy yourself and thankyou for bringing our memories back from our 5 weeks trip around Australia fab job my friend onwards my friend we are still hoping to move to perth from poole in dorset

[@Tidybitz]

A very enjoyable video. You can certainly see the change in scenery from the plane of Perth being more dry and it getting green and lush as you get to the east. Then, as you say, the change in vibe from laid back to chaotic. I think I'd like Sydney to visit but Perth to live, and as the receptonist said, Perth maybe ok if you're older. Ha! I'm glad though, that my travelling days are over because I really couldn't be arsed with the swiping, tapping and scanning of everything nowadays, it's very offputting, bring back the people service. I'd have had a right meltdown over the suitcase check-in you had, Grrrrr!

[@winetdehaan]

Again a nice vlog.. it’s like i am on a holiday with you.. that hotel looks lovely

[@garyrigby21]

i forgot how much i liked Sydney! got some great stories from my stay there some fantastic bars I've forgot the names of now..! one of the best Chinatowns I've ever been to, go inside the indoor mall there with all the food stalls

[@AlanBlackmore]

That lamp in the hotel room looks like something you'd buy at an Ann Summers party for men. It could come in handy if you're there for Mardi Gras lol. Controversial....Great video as always.

[@therossendalerambler-mikei7294]

Totally different City to Perth I prefer Perth any day of the week.

[@jamiesuter3897]

Excellent video mate really enjoyed it nice views along the way and the room looked great will see you in the next one. Onwards 👍

[@scotttarplee9962]

Wow lee you made it your certainly clocking up the air miles lol. Cant wait to see whats coming up in sydney im sure theres great content coming up! Onwards!! 😀👍

[@Bellakelpie]

The window height on the plane Lee, is Boeing design. It's the same height on every Boeing 737, no matter what series, or airline, or whether you sit in sardine class down the back, or in toff class up the front.😊

[@johnrtrfc25]

Great video, you're room looks lovely Lee, enjoy Sydney!

[@ausron2003]

Yes Lee, Burger King was already a registered name in Australia

[@markdollman1298]

Chicko rolls needs a splash of Lea and Perrins Worcestershire.

[@petesinclair8753]

Cracking video Mac, lovely hotel room, take care mate 🤝

[@dudmanjohn]

'Bring back people' you mean like the person who attached the luggage tag so the scanner couldn't read it 😅

[@barryredhead5704]

Hi Lee, you made it. A good day out is the Manly ferry from Circular Quay great views of the Harbour, and you can try out the fish and chips by the beach in Manly.

[@watto7728]

Done the Manly Ferry, made me smile when the first shop you see is Aldi. I called the Mrs back in the UK to see if she needed any shopping done.

[@JasonYeo-jj3sb]

I really enjoyed watching your flight I hope you had a safe journey lee your room in the hotel 🏩 looked amazing have a good holiday

[@dianeshepherd7913]

Thanks for the video, what a 60's vibe hotel, that carpet could give me a headache !! 😊

[@jonirudenski7702]

Seeing the Sydney Opera House as you flew by was very cool!

[@philipgandy1274]

Sydney, very best fish and chips @ Doyle's on the Beach, Watsons Bay, a must must when in town.

[@johnquinn3223]

Get the ferry to Manly, my favourite spot. Nice seaside type place with great ocean beach. Last time there I stayed at the Q station which is the old quarantine station now a hotel.

[@omearty]

Enjoy Sydney, our adopted home town after emigrating from UK, love it! Touristy stuff like Circular Quay, Opera House, The Rocks, Darling Harbour, Barangaroo etc all good fun but so many other places to go and trains dead cheap compared to UK so head out to Blue Mountains if you get a chance. so beautiful. Closer to city you have Watsons Bay, Paddo (Paddington), Surry Hills, Redfern for breweries, the list goes on.

[@keithbolton5081]

Well Lee another Amazing Video thanks to your private hire driver for taking you to the Airport. The Flight video footage was again amazing thanks again for this. I suggest the return trip you get a seat with more legroom . I sincerely hope your holiday continues to be great for you but can see when the holiday ends you Won't want to return to the UK Regards Keith x

[@JScot92]

Great vlog. Wow, everything in that country looks spotless and well kept. Makes the UK look like it needs a good tidy up and a pressure wash.

[@andrewsaxton2421]

Welcome to Sydney… 37:24 that is part of my worksite, building a new taxiway

[@mrmustard1300]

It's a bit cold today but it looks like you've got good weather for it. If you happen to go up to the Northern Beaches maybe try The Upper Crust for pies and sausage rolls. Lamb and rosemary is one of my favourites. 👍

[@waltercoslovi6404]

Try getting to the Blue Mountains, at Katoomba there is an Irish pub at the railway station. Welcome to Sydney.

[@Rmf8]

I definitely prefer the calm of Perth more than busy Sydney.

[@iboswell]

I've got the best of both worlds, I live in Glenbrook in the Lower Blue Mtns so an hour from the CBD by train (very cheap in Sydney realistically) but so much quieter.

[@jennieho5092]

Only takes about 3.5 hours from Perth to Sydney because of the tail wind. It’s on the way back (Sydney to Perth) which is the longer trip because of the head winds. It feels just as long though on the way over because of daylight saving especially in summer as they are 3 hours ahead of Perth. So yo basically feel like you lose a entire day going over there during daylight saving

[@karenevans2001]

Great video. Enjoy Sydney. Lots to do there. There is a cool wax museum at King's Cross. I"m sure you'll find lots to look at. Have fun.

[@colinmcrobbie4166]

You flew over my apartment and landed at my work place Enjoy. Get your self to hero of Waterloo. Best pub food mercantile in the rocks

[@angelabrooks3082]

Brilliant vlog. Stayed in Sydney in 2019 on a tour of Australia.

[@robertgestier2013]

At 42:50 under the Harbour Bridge you can see a ferris wheel in the background which is part of Luna Park. Recommend a visit and a ride.

[@donnalee2983]

Really enjoying these vlogs. What a great country xx

[@iselinjohansson7086]

Hello mister! Simply love your programmes. Very down to earth and with some humoristic points. Thank you! I'm having a ball watching your channel 😃🤗😉

[@anderson-coletheresa4453]

Going to check out Surfshark awesome thanks for sharing Lee. Loving the Australian vlogs❤❤❤❤

[@hunglikeadonkeybutnotassmelly]

Asks a 20 odd yr old party animal receptionist where the best places are.! I give you 2 days before you need a Grandpa nap in your Shackleton's high seat chair and a line or two of Sanatogen multi vits 😅

[@TheMacMaster]

LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! Brilliant. :0)

[@Davy-yt8qg]

​@@DMAEmmeryJohnyou youngsters think the world revolves round you. Sit back,relax and enjoy the video😊

[@Davy-yt8qg]

@@DMAEmmeryJohn it will creep up on you faster than you can ever imagine,age is nothing. If someone, any age enjoys social media,good on them. Life's for everyone not just the younger generation.

[@timhicks2154]

It’s hard to get your head round how utterly vast Australia is

[@susiejakes3019]

Australia certainly is vast as he has not been to Queensland, Melbourne, Northern Territory, South Australia or Tasmania as yet.He has only been to Western Australia - Perth and now Sydney in New South Wales.

[@catherinemckinnon5176]

I just found your channel, and I like it. Welcome to Sydney I am London born and I’ve lived In Sydney for almost 43 years. I’ve never been to Perth. Sydney is nice I hope you enjoy it I will be watching your journey

[@TheMacMaster]

Thanks Catherine. What an amazing city.

[@bigwangmark]

That hotel room looks like the designer was an original star trek fan.

[@lynnerowlands5052]

Hey Hun those trains were brilliant two floors . and they were very clean and plenty of seats on there never seen anything like that before two floors on a train . we could do with something like that in the UK xxx

[@IloveFreo]

Wow amazing view of Sydney on arrival. I went to Sydney for the first time last year, absolutely loved the place! I know you’ve already got your return flight but economy x are the better seats. Believe it or not, it rained here in Perth today. Enjoy Sydney!

[@AviationAdam]

Great video, think I’ve got some competition! They look like a pretty standard airline, nothing to shout about. Although the free tea and coffee reminds me of SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) as they also do free tea and coffee on all flights. Beautiful approach into Sydney. Seems quite expensive for what you get. However this is coming from someone who frequently flies to North America/East Asia etc for £150-£300 return. £300 is my limit for any flight booking, although I would pay extra to visit Australia. I’ve got several trips to Johannesburg coming up which were less than £200 return each. And I’m currently in southeast India which cost around £220 return from London (6 flights each way though!) But I suppose in similar ways to Canada, domestic flights in Australia aren’t cheap, and you booked it just 4 days out. You’re never going to get flights for £10 like you can in Europe with Wizz Air or Ryanair etc. I’m sure the taxes and fees associated with flying in Australia are a lot higher

[@AUmarcus]

The approach to Sydney airport on either runway 16L or 16R is the money shot....usually brings gasps of amazement from travellers on board seeing it for the first time. 👍

[@suzanawebb3216]

If you pay a little extra and go economy X , row 3 or 14 are best on the Boeing 737 , it will solve your legroom issues . Loving your videos so far . Glad you enjoyed my hometown of Perth .