CHEAPEST Business Class Ever!🤑 (JetBlue “Mint” Transatlantic)

[@BrenonaPlen]

Hey Jeb and Suzanne! I was your lead crewmember on board and like I said then it was an honor to have you on board. As soon as I saw you my little airline nerd heart lit up with joy! I'd be more than happy to welcome you back on board any of my Trans-Atlantic flights again. This also happened to be my very first working flight in the Trans-Atlantic catalogue, and as the lead of course, so it makes me incredibly happy to hear how much you enjoyed the service myself and the other crew could provide for you. Hope to see you in the great blue skies again soon. Cheers!

[@GreenerGrass]

Thank you so much for watching and for your service! We had a great flight (thanks to you and your team) and look forward to flying with you again!💙

[@ncvsdiablo]

Jet Blue should definitively introduce Lounge access to Business Class guests.

[@BrenonaPlen]

@@ncvsdiablo I agree! There’s been off and on rumors it’s something we’re working on, I certainly hope we do in the near future!

[@DougsAwesome12]

@@BrenonaPlenas a baby blue I was so excited to see this video! So jealous of you guys for getting to have him on your flight, and so happy he enjoyed your service! You guys are awesome!

[@zayyyNYC]

@@DougsAwesome12 i too work for jetblue, and i specifically was a classmate of brennan and he is truly amazing! one of the best perks of flying jetblue is and always will be brennan!

[@GooseLiver64]

I think no lounge is ok, if you’re already paying less with no points or anything like that for a LIE FLAT SEAT, I think it cancels out the “no lounge access”. Great video Jeb and Suzanne!

[@stephenwibowo6251]

That and if you have the right credit cards (ie. chase Sapphire, Amex Platinum) you have lounge access anyways

[@eliteiel9747]

Yeah, can make your own lounge at home with the money youre saving, get a nice wine and some good food and home is way more comfy anyway. A lounge is only useful if you're connecting flights or just want to get to the airport real early imo.

[@janmogensen2619]

The LIE FLAT SEAT is even more important when you're flying in the other direction! No lounge access is unimportant to me.

[@MrPerfesser]

Absolutely. The lie flat seat is everything, especially if you are flying TO Europe, which is usually a redeye. With my various credit cards, I can almost always find lounge access. But finding an affordable lie flat seat is key.

[@GooseLiver64]

@@eliteiel9747exactly

[@maryannkeith4062]

I rarely have time to stop by lounges and they're so overrun these days that I'd rather pay less and skip the lounge.

[@jetsetter8004]

With rumors of delta and other airlines “unbundling” business class, I think JetBlue is making a good decision with no lounge access. It lowers prices which is one of their main selling points.

[@peterrisbergs7156]

There is no shortage of vendors selling alcohol in any airport I have ever been to . Terrible idea to get drunk before boarding a plane. No lounge for me.

[@machintrucGaming]

@@peterrisbergs7156 But the free food !!

[@JediTev]

Unbundling? They already have. United at SFO you have to be in Polaris international flight or Newark first class to get in for free. I was very disappointed when I had 1st class to Vegas a few years ago and could get in

[@hughofIreland]

@@JediTevYou can only get access to a United Polaris lounge if you’re flying Polaris class in a long haul, international flight. There’s no mechanism to pay to use the lounge. Access can also be had by passengers in business on a long-haul international Star Alliance carrier. If you’re flying true, international first class on a *A carrier (offered by Lufthansa, but not by United), you can bring a companion into the lounge.

[@jetsetter8004]

@@JediTev It’s standard for airlines not to allow lounge access for domestic First Class. This is and has always been the case for a while now.

[@jeffreytravels]

Proud schiphol employee here: thanks for the very kind words about the airport! Not many of the famous reviewers are very positive about us.

[@cindydiggs7491]

Great airport, more people should realize

[@Davyjones777yt]

I enjoyed my 8 hours there, but I do kind of wish there was more charging, but isn't that always a problem lol

[@alex31245]

@@jeffreytravels It really is one of the best, if not the best, European airports and it does rival the one in Singapore. I don't like airports in general but Schiphol is my only exception. Keep up the great work!

[@uvajenny]

Schipol is a terrific airport and there are so many areas to chill and wait

[@johmdamico9506]

I’ve been there several times, it is a beautiful airport.

[@ThePlaneAviator.]

It's always the best day when Jeb Brooks posts a plane review!

[@user-ov7id7yx7t]

Very true!

[@Avxeryaep]

Facts

[@YouraverageA330fan]

Very true!

[@GreenerGrass]

You're the best! Thank you!!

[@Elaine-ed1lm]

I agree. Love his channel

[@CarTalesCrew]

Suzanne's suite was well worth it, and I have to say, as a former delta employee, by far, the food on jet blue is incredible. You have me hungry jeb 😆

[@halgerson]

As you experienced, most mainstream lounges these days are so crowded that they're not really worth it. Unless it's one of the luxury lounges from like the Middle Eastern airlines, with a la carte food and table service and such, I'd gladly skip it if it meant a noticeably cheaper ticket. I'd honestly skip most of the perks on the plane, too. For the most part, I'm just paying for the larger seat, not free booze and free checked bags that I don't even use anyway.

[@MC-di7op]

LH/LX first lounges blow any middle eastern carrier out of the water though

[@jokerface20]

absolutely, I wish I could purchase a business class seat without alcohol included for a cheaper price

[@artofnoise5013]

Suzanne is a pure delight. You two are so perfect together.

[@mooogg]

I agree! Thank You JEB for sharing with us. Sharing your Love of Aviation, and your Love for each other. (the way SUZANNE looked at you, when she kissed your cheek, and when she gave you a bite of her food) I want that! 🙂🥰

[@worldofwarshipsblitzwithde1559]

Everyone talks about Delta 1 or the United Polaris Business class seats, but this deserves some more love. Hugely underrated seat, and as always, stunning views

[@kepckatherinec805]

I’d take the lie-flat seat, the great food choices, excellent service and the amazing price any day over lounge access!

[@iamkalika]

Not having a lounge in such an interesting international airport is no big deal. There is so much to see and do that even with hours to kill it’s hard to get bored. For that price there is no question.

[@ryanmatthew511]

Agree... and Delta/KLM lounges are crowded homeless shelters these days.. not even worth going in.

[@Powderlover1]

I do not have a positive opinion of any airline. Except for jet blue, they really are different. I once had a 3 hour delay flying to the Bahamas, and not only did a wonderful staff member spend those three hours calmly explaining the situation, the solution they had, and doing so with a smile, but they also brought us waters/sodas, and even a sandwich. I was in economy, I wouldn’t have gotten a sandwich if everything had gone well. That’s the only delay/issue I’ve ever had with them, and they went above and beyond to make things right. It’s a great company, support and fly them when you can.

[@wingeditz41]

I wouldn’t say its cheap but compared to other business classes it is so much bang for your buck

[@rowanmckeever7347]

I’ve seen economy/coach fares on domestic flights of much shorter duration between two crew bases for not much less, especially considering the price Jeb and Suzanne paid included an onward connection.

[@steventeleky3350]

Jeb, you seriously have the best air travel KZbin channel. It’s crazy

[@briangasser973]

The lounge is a very nice part of a ticket. A quiet bathroom and the ability to shower before going to meetings after landing is a big part of why business travelers like lounges.

[@lu4414]

Tbh i would choose this over a widebody anytime ;) The A321XLR will open up even more possibilities.

[@jeremypearson6852]

As a former airline employee (both sides of the Atlantic) I got spoilt traveling Business and First long haul as a pass rider. I love the option of choosing the meal on the plane. I don’t know how I’d feel about that long a trip on a single aisle aircraft, since I’ve never done it before. Your seat did look a bit tight to me. A lounge for me is just an added frill, unless you have a serious wait time or a delay. A British expat watching in Florida.

[@MaineScouter]

Two thoughts: First, the little snippets at the end, awesome. Lounge? Don't care, rather walk around the airport before sitting for 8-20 hours (I have traveled quite a bit). It's all about inflight for me. Love you guys, keep up the good work! OH, and flying Mint to London and back from Paris in a few months! Can't wait!

[@pilotzephyr]

Jeb Brooks is the best trip-reporter on KZbin! Can't wait for you to have 1 millions subscribers. Keep up the content!

[@brianglas7768]

Jed is the just the opposite of Non Stop Dan who whines non stop about 1st world problems.

[@alex31245]

*Jeb. But yeah, fully agree. He's the James Corden of KZbin airline reviewers.

[@margaretpittman9650]

I can’t stand non stop Dan

[@vannshuttleworth4738]

LOL! I TRIED to watch one of his videos. Easy to write about gripes ; more of an effort to show pluses and things to look out for. Doesn't hurt that Suzanne and Jeb have good on camera chemistry!

[@glennstarkey7087]

I like noel Phillips who is a mix if the 2

[@wingflex5367]

Yes! Love seeing a Jeb Brooks video pop up on my feed. :)

[@dan4500]

Cheaper lay flat seats > lounge access, depending on your credit card, you can always get into another lounge anyways!

[@deborahsobel3314]

I was thinking many business class travelers have access to lounges through their credit card so I think it fine that Jet Blue doesn't. You are right; seat design can be improved upon but overall a wonderful experience for the money.

[@AG-Consulting]

My thoughts exactly. Plus even if you don't many airports you can pay for lounger access for around 50 Euros or so, considering how much cheaper the ticket is, it's well worth it.

[@iankm1]

I’m sitting in hours of Cape Cod traffic, so perfect timing for this. Thank you can’t wait until the next Saturday that you post.!

[@schs1977]

I feel your pain. I've been there one time a couple of years ago. Never again. IMO, Cape Cod is completely overrated and overpriced.

[@Binzo211]

@@schs1977overpriced keeps the rift raft out

[@counterfit5]

You need that special pass for the tunnel

[@nick02053]

We flew JetBlue Mint from Boston to London earlier this year, and agree with most of your comments. The only real issue was that the food ordering system on board crashed TWICE before any service, so it might just as well have not existed! For us, the small seat size (compared to business flights on other carriers) is a killer - we both needed more space than was available in the lie-flat - and the larger suites weren't on that plane unfortunately.

[@yashpatel9562]

Thanks for finally showing us the transatlantic JetBlue mint experience!

[@HumblElephant]

No other channel can make flying across the Atlantic as much as a captivating experience as Jeb can!

[@andrelam9898]

I started visiting the Schiphol "sky Deck" back in the mid 1970's. The airport was a fraction of the size then then it is today. My dad flew for business often and with one car in the family (very typical for Dutch families back then), we'd be there to pick him up after his mulli-week business trips. A visit to the Sky Deck was a great way to kill time and the excitement of seeing the airplanes come and go. With my dad working for Fokker, I grew up around aircraft. We could see the factory on the far side of the airport. Great memories. I also remember when they added the train station opposite the arrival hall, in what was formerly the parking lot. Then in the 1990's they extended the arrival hall to completely cover the train station so it's now integral with the airport.

[@derekjtaylor]

2:30 Hey! That’s my name too!

[@darrelb4371]

I don't see a lack of lounge access as a problem at all. I think the lack of lounge access is more of a problem for people who have come to expect a lounge as an essential part of their travel experience and who, probably, can more easily afford to live life a little more luxuriously. JetBlue's offer of a business class experience at a cheaper price appeals to people like me who are in the lower middle class and for whom this kind of experience would be nothing less than an indulgence. Thanks for sharing your experience Jeb and Suzanne. It definitely is useful information given in an entertaining way.

[@michellealvarez8160]

When your flight is delayed for over 3 hours, a lounge is a lifesaver

[@Teddy31976]

Am I the only one who gets to the airport 3 hours early so I can chill, have a couple cocktails and eat and shop?

[@Locutus]

Yes.

[@philkeeve6577]

I flew from SLC to London and back in jetBlue's Core seats. I'm glad I changed my flights to depart from Heathrow since the LGW-BOS flights didn't serve hot food in Core. However, it was extremely comfortable and seamless. The ability to choose meals is amazing, and the crews were fantastic. Would do it again! I don't necessarily care about lounge access unless I know it's going to be good.

[@mmgando]

I think it is great they don't have a lounge because I never need one!! Thanks for the awesome vids!

[@jhonkimble]

Jeb!! Please do Southwest vs. Breeze vs. JetBlue (Economy) vs. SunCountry! I loved your ULCC video. PLEASE do a LCC comparison!!

[@pedro380085]

I find incredible how grateful you both are to have the chance to live this flying dream. Most people are not like this, understanding of the fact this is a privilege many others do not have.

[@bryantsteury8910]

Just looking at flights for this now, couldn't be more perfect timing

[@Davyjones777yt]

So crazy that you flew this because about 2 weeks ago I was in Amsterdam, and I saw JetBlue and was honestly surprised

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Can we talk about how amazing of a couple Jeb and Suzzane are!

[@mattscarf]

Dinner together in the Mint Studio was adorable!

[@_Smirky]

I was in Amsterdam earlier this month and decided to swing by the Panorama Terrace as part of my trip. I'm so glad it was highlighted here because it's such a good call for plane spotting! There's also a nice restaurant area up there too if you're looking for a bite to eat. Loved this video!

[@user-ov7id7yx7t]

Great video, thanks for the information!

[@tkell31]

MINT is awesome. Flew one of the last Newark to Aruba runs and it was worth every penny to see my friends faces light up when they saw the seats.

[@Shorts88898]

Hello from Singapore 🇸🇬 ❤

[@Jackhodges17]

It’s always makes my day when Jeb brooks posts aviation content!

[@christheplanespotter1839]

Great JetBlue video

[@beardown6574]

Wow jet blue with a very good score! Suzanne's suite looked awesome. Loved the name on the plane lol

[@banddfishing24]

Love the video!!!

[@pamelanurse2024]

Lie flat seat is all I care about. Forget the lounge 😉 Thanks for sharing!

[@Willlllllll113]

The smile on my face was unreal when I saw that he posted a flight review

[@bestpilot98]

That F-100 display is friggin' RAD!

[@stephenfazekas5054]

I seriously despise the airbus boeing duopoly. I miss seeing unique and different designs for planes. We all suffer from this due to higher prices

[@di11yo]

Great video. We flew from DC to Paris last May on jetBlue’s mint and had a great experience. We had a 3hr layover in Boston and stayed in the Chase Sapphire lounge. In my opinion, no jetBlue lounge access to offset the ticket prices is a relief. It also helps when you have access to other lounges.

[@willtrent3077]

Having lounge access is a plus but, given the price difference, I don't mind there not being a lounge. Also, having a lie flat seat with all the extra amenities, like free wi-fi, is excellent. The food looks really good and I know that JetBlue's cabin crews do a great job. So, I would prefer to pay less by not having a lounge.

[@javianjohnson8746]

I find it so crazy that JetBlue has expanded to doing transatlantic flights. Might have to look into their options from JFK to Paris and London 👀

[@aznivabrahamian2684]

I know right

[@johnsiska]

Jet Blue is the best airline hands down. I have their credit card and I'm a Mosaic member. I'd never pay for one of the Mint seats but I always upgrade to the extra comfort seats with more leg room. I could care less if they have a lounge or not honestly.

[@bencalebrod]

Were you at least able to go to the Chase Sapphire Lounge in Boston in your layover? I just went to it earlier this month and it's easily the best domestic priority pass lounge. Jet Blue not having lounges isn't a deal breaker to me personally, there's other lounges available as long as you time your flight right.

[@libanaden5183]

I think no lounge is okay, because it is hard to get to lounge since everyone owns a credit card. The line for these lounges are unbelievable. I just love JetBlue.

[@briangasser973]

Most intl flying in J have seperate lounges (flagship and polaris) that can not be accessed with a CC benefit.

[@ImperatorSupreme]

I flew JetBlue Mint LAX -> JFK last year on my birthday. In the alternating 2-2/1-1 configured A321. Had a truly excellent crew, received a happy birthday, good food, and got some much needed sleep. I don’t care too much for lounge access, priority pass covers that to an extent, and Mint is otherwise an excellent business class product. Even if the 2-2/1-1 configuration is showing its age.

[@cameronschindler25]

If you want the cheapest biz class, try to fly Condor transatlantic. Legacy airline service for the price of economy plus on a normal airline

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Thank you two for sharing a great flight. I keep hearing JetBlue is very nice to flying to and from Europe now with the Mint Service Class. You two are right about a lounge access for both sides if the Atlantic. Having Priority Pass helps me as well.

[@scmcdermott888]

Great video as always, Jeb. For me, lounge or no lounge isn’t a deal breaker. And of course, my perennial response to your tagline “and you’re coming along” is “I’d love to!”

[@TranJacinto]

Hey Jeb. Hope all is well. I was actually expecting you to attend JetBlue's Inaugural flight to London back in August 2021, back when you were going to take your first transatlantic flight since the start of the pandemic, until finding out that you took Air France on their La Premiere on the Boeing 777-300ER.

[@ekuche8335]

Polaris lounge is one of the main reasons I fly Polaris international .. lounges are critical

[@Shinylugia44]

Best travel couple on the internet everyone else is wrong

[@commishg]

I have flown JetBlue Mint, and I don't miss lounge access a bit. Airport lounges have become terribly overcrowded, and remember there's no such thing as a free lunch. Fighting crowds in airport lounges just to eat substandard food is not my cup of tea. As you found on this flight, JetBlue's Mint meal service is excellent. So for me, getting on the plane with an appetite to enjoy their good food is a bonus.

[@jeremywhite92]

I'm a big guy, so lounge is nice, but big, comfortable seat is the priority for me.

[@jonaxjames4067]

i love that you posted this video! you’re one of my favorite youtubers and i booked a flight for jet blue mint in 3 weeks! thanks!

[@uss_liberty_incident]

I usually don't have the time to use a lounge, but access to a lounge could motivate me to come to the airport earlier.

[@SeanLynchiscool]

Thanks for mentioning the terrace. It was a great place to visit before my return trip to Atlanta!

[@CaptainElijahAviation]

I was just in Boston for this program and saw a JetBlue A321LR the same kind you used

[@Jetblue058]

Finally, he reviews JetBlue! My favorite airline :D Great video!

[@GreenerGrass]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@Jetblue058]

@@GreenerGrassI did :) You make the best airline reviews!

[@NigelDMarvin]

I personally think that JetBlue not having a lounge is fine. I think this is because JetBlue was originally meant to be more of a “budget” carrier (can it be called a luxury budget carrier(?)), so not having a lounge fits with that model.

[@HeatherMHume]

I love JetBlue. Only time I miss not having a lounge is if my flight is delayed, which isn’t often.

[@PhantomPhysics1]

No lounge no problem for a lie down seat across the Atlantic. Jet blue is a great airline

[@ShadowRaptor8]

Possibly unpopular but I preferred the older 2-1-2 format of the Mint seats. I feel like traveling first class as a couple is hard since most first classes cocoon people away in single units. Usually end up saving a bunch and buying business so we can sit next to each other 😊

[@JediTev]

United still has the older 2 person pods on their old 777s. They do use them a lot between SFO & LAX to Hawaiian destinations. The wife and I were booked on one of them until we had to change our plans. I wanted the window going out because I love the window seat and wanted to see Oahu landing. Now we're in Polaris and I'm sitting behind her. Coming back we have a red eye on a 777-300 so we have a pair of Polaris seats together.

[@lexirowe3151]

This looks like an amazing way to cross the pond! Great seat, service and yummy food

[@kevinb7307]

Flew Mint for the very first time in April from BOS to SFO, and it was great! Such a fun experience, especially when traveling domestic. We also were able to book for slightly less than your flights, so for those thinking about it, I strongly recommend.

[@vincentcalvelli6452]

Thanks for another flight excellent flight review. Jet Blue is able to offer great fares and excellent onboard service due to the fact they don't operate a lounge.

[@lordtacitus3110]

Great video, Jeb! What is the watch worn during the video? Looks like a Grand Seiko but could not get a good close look at it.

[@user-hn8gk2wb9c]

The Mint studio looks very nice and for a 300 dollar difference, I think it’s worth it

[@VaveeDances]

Hi guys. JetBlue has been my favorite domestic airline for many years now. I have been flying in their Mint since they began offering the product. I fly it about four times per year. The lounge really doesn’t make a difference to me. I can spend $40 on a lounge pass and still save a ton of money flying JetBlue business class as opposed to other airlines.

[@pamelaJF_21]

I enjoyed the video very much. What made it even more interesting for me, was that I was on board the QM2 and watched the aircraft flying into land over the ship. I also enjoyed your QM2 video a few weeks ago.

[@GreenerGrass]

Small world, that’s an amazing story! Hope you had a wonderful voyage on QM2, she’s something, isn’t she?

[@pamelaJF_21]

@@GreenerGrass She's very special!

[@flapsnslats]

Thanks for flying us! Glad you enjoyed :)

[@GreenerGrass]

💙

[@briangabeycom]

I love the lounges but like many folks I have priority and amex lounges so I would be happy with cheaper lay flat

[@gerryrousseu874]

All that food looked so good and being able to choose what you want from your seat is a very good option rather than pre ordering when you purchase your tickets

[@afhyoutube]

I flew Amsterdam to Boston on Jet Blue and LOVED it. It was such a breath of fresh air.

[@coltondunn1741]

Long time Jet Blue flyer. I do wish they had lounges. Won’t stop me from flying mint but I wish they had them.

[@ryanhedlund1830]

Lounge is not a deal breaker especially if cost is low enough, but I do prefer to be able to utilize the lounge when ever I can.

[@justinbonny620]

No lounge is just fine. I would recommend Priority Pass if you want lounge access. It doesn't matter which class or which airline. Just pay the yearly fee.

[@yrangom]

You make the most accessible of all the aspirational flight reviews. A pleasure to watch!

[@OVTraveller]

Hi Jeb and Suzanne, thank you for this latest review. In terms of your lounge question, being an Australian, you know that to get to Europe we have a choice of Singapore, Dubai or Doha. Those first 8 or 12 hours enable a clear break and with lounge access, a shower is great to face the next 12/14 hours. Flying across,the Atlantic, the 6/7 hours mean that you are at a probable destination and the need for a shower is less evident, the Jet Blue option is one I would exercise with alacrity and faced with large queue to get into a crowded lounge, I would do what you guys did: skip it. I think,the relatively low score for this service due to lack of a lounge was perhaps a bit severe with apparent good food, OK seats, service and a splendid cost. When are you guys coming back to Australia, let us know and we will organise a get together with know reviewers and hordes of your aviation fans ( plus drinks)

[@jetta.josh4]

JetBlue does not sacrifice the experience by not having a lounge. They have a great on board experience and for someone who usually arrives at the airport shortly before boarding, the lounge access is not important, plus it’s a cheaper flight.

[@mitchwinder1204]

Don’t need a pre-boarding lounge as long as I know I’m headed for First Class when I board. A lounge is a must if I’m connecting at a hub. RIP, Northwest WorldClubs & WorldPerks. Thanks for making the ‘90s & 2000s so comfortable.

[@mjbayer1838]

Jet Blue has become one of my favorite airlines. The crews are happy to work for Jet Blue which makes a difference. I would not mind not having lounge access in a large airport. Plenty of lounges you can get access to with a credit card access. Large airports have some great restaurant too! Thanks Jeb and Suzanne for another great review!

[@HaakonHawk]

SAS consistently sells Business Class seats as low as US$1,200 each way if you fly *out* from either Stockholm or Oslo to New York *IF* you order round-trip. AND they have lounge access at both destinations. Which beats Jetblue's US$1,400 price tag shown here by a mile. I recommend checking that out.

[@joebaillar]

I’d like you guys to do more economy transatlantic. I do not quite care about your concerns with the arm rest and I laughed at the priority pass lounge queue.

[@tbucks93]

So glad that your channel is getting close to the 1 million mark! Keep up the great work guys. Love your content!

[@julianmemento]

Great video and commentary my friend! Good vibrations through the video can tell how joyful you were!

[@alexanderpeltz7871]

Please do a review of AirSerbia! They fly an A330 out of JFK and ORD to Belgrade.

[@BryceCampbell]

Lounge access isn't a deal breaker - particularly when the general terminal has good full serve offeringd. Which many do or are starting to implement more of. Lounge now is more/less cause I have it with ticket or credit card/status perk vs. actually wanting it.

[@Thunder_6278]

Jeb, yes, a lounge can also be a point of sales and merch. But, if they reduce the cost of the seats because of a lack of a lounge, then no lounge is OK, there's always nearby restaurants.