QANTAS domestic Vs international Business class!

[@A180892]

4:23 that transition, chef's kiss

[@rexquiambao7606]

Hello, Thank you for taking your time visiting my home country. We do appreciate your work thru F1 and insights we you do your travel. Being a fan of the sport we get more information from it. Hope you and your wife have a wonderful stay in the Philippines. May God bless you always.

[@KymIllman]

We’re loving our time here. Many thanks.

[@mark123655]

For us plane nerds - the first was an Airbus 330-200 in Qantas's domestic config, the second an elongated 330-300.. the exact planes you flew some of Qantas's oldest. And while the Business class product (other than cloth v leather and the service standards - mattress, amenity kit and food) is similar, down the back in economy the IFE screens are much better in the international 300s and 200s versus the 'domestic' ones

[@DannyBoyPhelan]

I just started flying quite often for work and I've had a terrible fear of flying over the last few years. I always think of how you guys in F1 fly SO much in your careers it's actually quite comforting 😊 Thanks for these videos! They help in more ways than you'd think hah!

[@jameshill8711]

Hi Kym, we actually saw Tonya when you entered the lounge and were introduced to the manager, prior to boarding. Thankyou for uploading during the F1 break.

[@KymIllman]

My pleasure.

[@erikastiesch4705]

​@@KymIllman yep thankyou, I'm so bored waiting for the next race

[@durian2193]

Loved the technical editing! Great video. From a Perth resident and airline staff

[@JohnRolyAU]

After 17 years as a Platinum Qantas FF, I've recently dropped down to Lifetime Gold. In some ways I see that as a life upgrade.. Highlight was 1A on a 747 to the US

[@Nopple]

Do you mind if I ask what it is you did to be a Platinum FF? I presume you'd have to be flying for work, what kind of work gets you that amount of travel?

[@mastadriver]

sad life you had my friend

[@SimonCaponVlogs]

@@NoppleI’ve had platinum for a few years now, it’s typically 4-5 bigger international trips in F/J a year to upkeep. Certainly not worth chasing if you don’t otherwise travel

[@413TomaccoRoad]

​@@mastadriverNot as sad as yours for feeling it necessary to make that comment.

[@paulgerrard9227]

​@@NoppleKym is a F1 race photographer.

[@ethanpatman3948]

Something I recommend is flying QF33/34 between Perth and Sydney. While it is considered an "international" service, definitely better service, better aircraft and better food in my opinion. Also not usually full

[@janmichaelcatap5994]

Have a great stay in Manila, Kym! Heard that you went to Monza Barcade in Pasig City for a meet and greet. We hope that you had a great time with the Pinoy F1 Fans.

[@dawnfaller4535]

Enjoying your videos Kym! Have the most wonderful time! 🤘🏽

[@Boxer1250RT]

Just flew Turkish Business from IST to MUN on Airbus A320 and Lufthansa Business from MUN to IAD on Airbus A380 Upper deck. Turkish service was great but the food quality is going down hill in a hurry. Turkish Lounge in Istanbul Airport is Amazing. You can find almost anything you ask for except Lobster, Scallop, Shrimp type of seafood. Lufthansa service was 10 out of 10. They did not stop serving for 9 hours. Starters, Main Course, Desert, and final meal before landing all were excellent. Lufthansa's Chocolate to go was a super kind gesture before landing. The Champagne I had was also excellent. Now, I need to sell my other kidney to be able to fly Lufty A 380 Business again. It was the quietest Airplane I have ever flown, including the Airbus A350, A330, Boeing 787, 777, 747 upper deck.

[@Emperorvalse]

I just took my first Qantas flights in over 12 months, in Business Class on the 737. The continued cut backs in catering are so noticable. I agree that the only good thing is the First Lounge but for me that is now no longer enough to go for the effort to maintain my Platinum and even to fly their Business Class anymore. I manage to fly economy with my family so I know how to survive and I have lifetime Gold so I can at least use their Qantas Club or international Business Lounge, or even better the Emirates Lounge when that can be an option.

[@carolinelane9599]

Totally agree. I mainly fly BC Perth to Brissy. All flights are 737. Food is average at best. Last flight no IFE screens. Had to use my phone. Charging me 2k one way and you cant give me IFE screen. Last flight back from Singapore to Perth on A330 the food was slop. Took 3 hours to do dinner service. Not much difference in price between BC Perth Singapore returm in BC compared to Emirates BC Singapore to Rome return on A380. Maybe $300. Qantas just gouges at every opportunity for poor services and the food is hit and miss. Give me Emirates anyday over Qantas.

[@currentaccount-xs8pr]

⁠I had EXACTLY same complaint on a recent Perth Sg return in BC, food was, as you said slop. I haven’t flown for a few years, so the decline in quality was really apparent

[@kazant5270]

Hi Kym . Great video- thanks. Your last point of internationally there being NO WIFI whatsoever is why I always choose another carrier whenever possible travelling to/ from Australia. When queried QF respond as if it is normal! It’s 2024 - they need to assess their customer service priorities - generally.

[@itsallGudmin]

Kym got two, 3 week+ vacations this season... Happy for u n the family mate

[@KymIllman]

Cheers

[@scottgoode9874]

Great to see you both back, have a lovely break.

[@KymIllman]

I’m doing so right now. Cheers.

[@prozakk9255]

Welcome to Manila mate! Mabuhay!

[@rudolphmouton8283]

Caught the Dreamliner PER to SYD a month back. Cheeky points upgrade to business. What an amazing experience! Only complaints was the speed. Got there is 03:11😂

[@KL-ii1xt]

thanks again, great vlog yes again as always!!! waiting for the Austin content....

[@KymIllman]

Coming soon!

[@jamescopping5554]

Hey Kym from Rockingham, love the channel. That place where planes pull up is called the apron lol

[@David-vz5hg]

My mother, 89 years, always wants to watch," the F1 Alan Whicker's world" , thank you, she has had a stroke etc x

[@toasterchad5836]

Outstanding review

[@mattsoutho]

It’s in the bucket list to fly business class

[@DaneGarratt]

Thanks for another great video it's good to see how much effort and money you put into these videos

[@KymIllman]

Glad you like them!

[@timhaynes5491]

Love your work Kym. A good chunk of the MEL-PER flights are on the dated 737s that you mentioned fly the MEL-SYD. What's worse is QF will put you on one of these flights after flying LHR-PER in (proper) business class. For my next trip I managed to get put on a later flight out of Perth but will now be spending 5 hours transiting. Sadly Qantas is becoming less and less an attractive option compared to other carriers that have many European destinations and allow you to avoid the BA 'business class' flight from somewhere in Europe to LHR and vice versa.

[@nickthurston2299]

I just flew Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. The crew lowered the aisle armrest for take off, as it offers easier egress in the event you need a speedy disembarkation.

[@lordrobert12]

Nice video, my friend!!❤❤❤

[@D1cko888]

That’s pretty nice for domestic business. I’ve never seen those seats on domestic but they would have been fantastic for the red eye between Perth and Brisbane.

[@TazziedoesWT]

Watched One Life on my way from Hamburg back to Singapore, well worth the rating!

[@KymIllman]

I concur my friend. And you cried at the end?

[@TazziedoesWT]

@@KymIllman mate, thought I lost my eyesight for a moment

[@the_rocksf1148]

A330 is so loud. Flew to Bangkok last year on Qantas and was terrible, this year flew Thai airways on the A350-900 and it was absolutely perfect

[@Skene_O]

Thanks for another great vid Kym. We only fly Qantas domestically (SYD to PTH) but never business class. My wife has a disability which makes travel a bit more difficult but the service from the Qantas staff has been amazing every time. They even ensure there is a team member to push my wife in a wheelchair to our adjoining flight to Karratha. My question to you is, does any other airline compare to the service of Qantas. Domestic only please for a fair comparison.

[@dans7759]

Safe travels Kym. Looking forward to seeing your U.S content. 🤠. Haven't got DR3 in your suitcase do you? 😉 Any hints on what they slugged you for PER 🛫 SYD QF Biz class..? 😮 😊👍

[@CB-DW]

Just took my first flights with Qantas after 30 years of business travel with the past 15 as One World Sapphire member. I was flying economy (booked 5 days before flying, so no Business seats available) from LHR-SIN-MEL. I had high hopes of the seats and the service but was underwhelmed. It wasn’t terrible but certainly no better than BA or AA who I regularly fly to USA with.

[@charmedbops]

When Yuki said traffic paradise, I felt so attacked. - A Filipino born and raised in the Philippines

[@saintuk70]

Bannockburn roast chicken .... I'm about 5 miles from Bannockburn, worked in Stirling for 30+ years, never heard of it :)

[@SeanWilliamsofficial]

As much as i love supporting home brands, my last experience flying business with Qantas was so shite when you compare it to competitors products, ie Singapore Air for a similar price that I’ll not be rushing to book with Qantas again. Just looks old and tired, no wifi, etc.

[@dhoray5939]

Mabuhay! Welcome to Manila.

[@lowend5566]

I can't complain about QF as I gave up on them many years ago. I guess I should give them a try again just to be fair.

[@kennethnielsen3864]

Thanks for sharing.

[@A2dy]

Just dreaming you were going to F1 in the philippines....one day!

[@teamredgutz399]

The Perth to Sydney business class product on Quantas looks pretty similar to what you’d get on Delta One or United Polaris from New York to LA or San Francisco. Not so from New York to Texas, Florida or Illinois.

[@currentaccount-xs8pr]

I did a Sg return from Perth, earlier this month, I was surprised and disappointed with the quality of food I got. First flight I got the fish, but it was so dry it was inedible, the two scallops were nice though. Second flight, they didn’t give me my prawn entree on first pass, I was in seat 1k, so some guy at the back scored it, cause hostie thought she had a spare. She quickly grabbed my main and very apologetic, consisting of dry pasta. No trays etc for us. But the wine was nice. Once upon a time they offered coffee, I had to ask for that, but got a Tim tam with it. Come on Qantas, I’m know you can do way better.

[@ShawnWang8]

I have flown Qantas business (mostly domestic) for years now and personally, the inconsistency in the quality of service is something I find quite noticeable and frankly disappointing for a premium product. On good days the experience is very pleasant with the staff going above and beyond. But too often the service falls short of what one would expect from a business class offering. Proactive service is rare and the staff, while not outright rude, often seem to do only the bare minimum. You never quite know whether you're going to get a true business class experience or something that feels like premium economy at most.

[@Tomkatoz]

Agreed. God help you if you strike bad luck and end up on one of the old 737's. Better off saving your money and flying economy.

[@UsingAIForMemes]

thanks for coming to philippines bro♥️

[@edwinarceo1970]

welcome to the Philippines Kym!

[@HerbieTheDog]

im my opinion perth to sydney is not a fair test for domestic business class due to the fact you are on an A330, my suggestion would be something like sydney to melbourne so you get on the B737

[@BigBisalreadytaken]

That hotel room!

[@brandietan]

Welcome to The Philippines 🇵🇭

[@lucalla]

Qantas' good years, in terms of quality of service, are long since in the rear view mirror...

[@nightowldickson]

10:36 I had the same steak as you on a recent trip from Melbourne to Hong Kong and it was way over done, I don't think it's a great item on the menu since the meat is so thick and difficult to cook perfectly in the aircraft oven

[@robertb9404]

Do you get a better exchange rate at a money changer vs using your debit card to withdraw money from an atm in the local currency (obviously opting out of the 'for your convenience we can use X exchange rate' feature and just using the local rate)? The latter method is preferred for Euro debit cards. Or is this just a Manilla specific thing?

[@carolinelane9599]

Thanks for sharing Kym. Have to love the pizza at Perth lounge. Its better than food on the plane in BC in recent times. Mind you im flying to Brissy and they insist on using the 737 on every flight and charging you a kidney for the privilege. For me, Qantas has gone to thd dogs in BC. Shame as i always loved Qantas BC.

[@miltonbrownrigg8409]

One Life with Anthony Hopkins was exceptional. Saw it on Singapore Airlines in Sept.

[@KymIllman]

Everybody cries at the end of that

[@knho6648]

The true standard Qantas business in short haul domestic is a 40 year old recliner seat. Only transcontinental has this international hard product, and only on 4 of 10 flights a day (I think). Virgin got rid of all their wide body planes when they went bankrupt, so there is no other lie flat domestic product for Australia domestic.

[@MelbourneFlyer]

PER-MEL is quite often on the 737-800 aircraft. So no different to flying MEL-SYD

[@djelewis]

I travelled business class recently on the A380 and the lounge at the front was devoid of snacks and drinks. I saw a first class passenger go all the way through to the galley in business to request a can of coke and 2 of 4 toilets in business were intentionally locked by cabin staff for about 2/3rds of the flight. If this excuse for service is the 'Spirit of Australia' then I'd be ashamed to be Australian.

[@ivanwill]

A bit of moon walking 7:42 😂

[@NoahKell-h8k]

Hey Kym, whats the story on the shirt? Youre always wearing that white shirt with the blueish colour!

[@KymIllman]

I wear it often, not always. It’s from Jacquemes

[@lowie704]

Enjoy the Makati Area 👍🍺

[@SteveHale-y8j]

Do most airlines have 20+ year old planes or just Qantas Just did a 15hour flight with Qantas in an old plane was very ordinary.

[@boxpleasebox]

Bouji my style ha!

[@832JY]

I’m Malaysian and an international passenger, flew QF Economy from SYD to MEL on B737-800 (outdated but maintained well) last month for the first time. At first I was quite nervous with their FB opinions and news about terrible services and poor performance onboard QF. So, I just ignored them and booked right away. The flight was good and flawless with attentive and happy crews. Personal TV on every seat, a nice sandwich, variety of free drinks on offer and a good nap. Just perfect 👌🏻👌🏻

[@royeusebio5462]

thanks to visit manila

[@KymIllman]

Thank you too

[@JedidiahRoshanJeremiahStpatric]

id rather have a smaller bench near the aisle as it make it feel more private and youre nearer the window

[@PiMotoTours]

Six days in smog infested Manila, ouch. The Shangri-La Makati is far superior to the Fort, GBC. I appreciate and enjoy all your F1! I'm 1000K's to the south, and I avoid Manila at all costs.

[@alexmckeown9138]

Would you ever consider shooting a Moto GP race in the future?

[@KymIllman]

I applied for a accreditation once and never heard back from them so probably not an option

[@TOGAAviation30]

I just flew on a Qantas A380 Business Class from Sydney to Los Angeles and I love Qantas, but this experience was shockingly bad, primarily due to the flight attendants who deceived me into believing that I wasn’t able to visit the in-flight lounge, saying it was reserved for First Class passengers only. Additionally, I was also served the incorrect breakfast option, I notified a flight attendant of the error which was ultimately left unaddressed. I still love Qantas and will probably fly with them again as I understand that it is not the airline’s fault rather the fault of a select few disrespectful and unprofessional flight attendants; however, I am very disappointed in them for this frankly terrible service onboard.

[@kevin19358]

Is that your 1st time visiting Mania, if so, how's the trip, did you enjoy your 1st trip to Philippines, including trying Philippine food?

[@KymIllman]

You’ll have to watch my travel video coming up this week

[@kevin19358]

Okay.

[@julianwood89]

Are you flying into Manila just so you could fly on a cheaper business flight on the way to Austin?

[@jaycee320]

Welcome to my home country ❤🇵🇭 Philippines good area the fort BGC

[@kjv.95]

why are you in Manila Kym? any exciting?

[@candychooau]

I still check in myself domestically even if I am flying business. It’s much faster and there’s just no need to interact with a human being unnecessarily

[@beatlemike9]

What's the go with the room A/C control??

[@KymIllman]

Saving money

[@fleetingflights]

is that our Minister for Manila, Mr George Christensen in 3F? Certainly looks like him from the eyes up

[@Monkeymahenmiester]

Never used my ff points for qantas, only partner airlines

[@BilTheGalacticHero]

You didn't say how much the room in Manila was.

[@ojstagg93]

Perth domestic lounge looks 100x better than the interational one at sydney

[@David-vz5hg]

How do you know how old the plane is?

[@KymIllman]

Input the plane rego into Airfleets website.

[@paulgerrard9227]

Flight Radar?

[@hanshartfiel6394]

Who the heck is Tonya?

[@peterdaigle4772]

He introduced her to the valets at the airport as his wife

[@richardzafra443]

Welco to Manila!

[@PaulAndBiscuit]

They gave you a packet iced cream sandwich in business class?

[@michaela7100]

No R-Rated movies Kym?

[@KymIllman]

Daddio is the closest.

[@tonyreid833]

Perhaps Qantas might actually want to upgrade the Melbourne international lounge Compared to Sydney, it’s a friggin disgrace Melbourne a city of 6 1/2 million people getting treated like a Third World country it’s been going on for years Qantas is a Sydney based airline and nothing else

[@terryrobertson8382]

My Father visited the Philippines in 1945, he did not speak highly of that visit.

[@KymIllman]

I am sure it has changed a lot since then

[@terryrobertson8382]

@@KymIllman The Battle Ships were still firing at inland targets. He said that during the daylight you could see the one ton shells going over.

[@hishers251]

A bar I. Australia that’s not open until midday! No way, Perth is still so far behind the rest of the country.

[@paulgerrard9227]

If you ever start yo think qantas standards have dropped. Fly a us carrier and try their lounge and business class product.

[@KymIllman]

Doing that on Tuesday

[@stanyon]

The Qantas business product is definitely pretty basic

[@mark123655]

Compared to what? For the first flight which is a 4hr domestic flight it is many times better than the Euro Biz or even American First products. For the second flight it lacks a door (a later Vantage XL design offered it but with a slight reduction of room) and agree the amenity kit isn't great.

[@bigrdog27]

no wifi on international is a deal breaker

[@fanelli57]

Did I see pineapple on that pizza? As it should be.

[@marcusversace9423]

As an Australian, I grew up when the Qantas airline treated all international passengers as special, placed you in hotels if the flight was cancelled and delivered superb gourmet meals and deserts to economy passengers on porcelain plates - your whole review of the airline is uninspiring and appears a totally dull experience - Precisely why I don't fly Qantas ever - I don't even use my frequent flyer number if I have to use them domestically -ever since Alan Joyce took them over and even after he has left I detest the airline and believe it should be broken up - I fly business class on foreign carriers as they offer a better experience and always lounge access on every flight - Qantas will never get my money

[@MooreAvery]

Jollibee.

[@NickSienkowski]

Funny how the blanket made from recycled bottles is wrapped in plastic 😂

[@KymIllman]

A fine observation

[@kelt9879]

“Plenty of options for you” proceeds to filming Vegemite & bread with sliced cheese 😅

[@Psychphuq]

Qantas must be stooges... Virgin lounge does beers from 11am...

[@pigmoonk2545]

Outdated product with a tiny screen. This is overcharging.

[@DrAlex82]

Why is there a metal detector in the hotel lobby if you want to go to your room? Are there a lot of terrorist activities in the Philippines? 🤔🤯

[@halitosis75]

I didn't realise.your sponsored by qantas. Everything is so basic with qantas

[@KymIllman]

I ain’t sponsored by QANTAS. They get way more out of me than I get out of them.

[@FerMuBe]

The out focus is annoying…

[@johnnyquist8362]

Formula One

[@KymIllman]

Formula One

[@justahomosapiens1861]

I've noticed a few airlines reviewers cast a rather negative light on Qantas unlike this review. I'd love to get Aussies ' feedback, thanks.

[@George-o7s]

Personally think, without bias, the Qantas product is generally what kids today would call 'mid'. If you focus on your flight only and with a bit of luck, generally you wouldn't be too disappointed with a Qantas flight except perhaps feeling like you overpaid a bit. One of the main issues we have is that Qantas has essentially been downgrading their offerings whilst increasing their prices, as many other competitor airlines have been improving over the years. Added to that, Qantas has displayed monopolistic behaviours and leaned heavily into political connections to quash competition and limit the options of Australians to obtain quality affordable flights. Qantas was once a source of pride for Australians and now for many, it feels like dealing with a telecom service. Basically, it becomes a roll of the dice if you receive decent service or not. That, and if you mutter the name 'Alan Joyce', you will send a collective shudder through the hearts of all Australians due to the damage he has done to the brand.