18 HOURS 🤯 in Singapore Airlines BUSINESS CLASS! (Singapore-Tokyo-Los Angeles)

[@Paul_Lucas]

Download EXMO now and save LOADS on trading commissions! bit.ly/EXMO_Paul_Lucas This is the LAST pre-pandemic video I have! And boy was this a mega flight... 18 hours on a DIRECT flight with a stop in Tokyo (don't worry, it's all explained!). I can absolutely recommend Singapore Airlines' business class if it's luxury and personal service you're after...and WOW, does their Book the Cook feature seriously impress or what? Merch store: teespring.com/stores/wingin-it-3 Follow me on Stereo: paullucas ¦ stereo.com/paullucas Follow me on Twitter: @paul_winginit ¦ twitter.com/paul_winginit Follow me on Instagram: paul_winginit ¦ instagram.com/paul_winginit My website: www.winginit.me

[@lordofhousestewart1821]

Great Video Paul it really looked like a lovely experience, actually i have used EXMO in the past..looks like they have vastly improved. Looking forward to more as (hopefully) travel opens again.

[@raymondleongdiva]

Yes the book to cook is really something although I don't get to fly business class often these days or for that matter economy since the Pandemic! Stay safe...

[@traction222]

I wish I'd seen that prior to signing up to other cryto companies

[@petertran450]

Because the flight number doesn't change as it's a " DIRECT flight " will you earn more status points compared to a non stop flight?

[@Paul_Lucas]

“Again”? This was filmed in March 2020, before any border closures at all!

[@GreenerGrass]

Wow! Amazing to see the nonstop is almost exactly the same distance as the direct flight. But I’d go for the direct every time. Great video, Paul!

[@AmithHegdeFlies]

This is the av geek inception I live for! Thank you both for your amazing content :)

[@UmairActorModel]

Oh hey Jeb Brooks! (this almost autocorrected to Jeb Blue or JetBlue. Hahahah!) Anyway, I just watched your minty review of Mint Class! Very good!

[@Calebs_Aviation]

Now it’s an Avgeek party! Jeb’s here & So am I !!! 🎉 🎈 🎊

[@MarkMaddyGriff]

Nah, anytime there is free 5th freedom (which are now very rare) thrown in, I'll go for that one.

[@MegaHariboboy]

If you're flying business and its cheaper to do the stop off, why not? I can completely understand the difference of 4 hours in economy, but in business its almost nothing.

[@richt71]

Loved the turbalance drinking solution. Down it quick so you're no longer sure if it's the drink or turbalance anymore!!! 😁

[@herenow6953]

Though a risk of the glass smashing into your teeth / mouth - though that was a bit risky tbh!

[@dewantowijono1738]

Im just about to say the same. I had a good laugh but turbulance truly inevitable.

[@andywalsh8761]

The architecture in that central shopping arcade was nuts. The most incredible building interior I have ever seen!

[@wdunn06]

I haven't been on an aircraft since 2006 when I went to Greece. Since then I've struggled with claustrophobic anxiety. The idea of going on a plane now makes me extremely nervous, your videos really help me face it. Its not just going on the plane itself its the whole ordeal before it, waiting in the airport. Thanks for the uploads.

[@Paul_Lucas]

Thank you! I’m glad they have helped 👍🏻

[@TheJrm206]

I definitely call the airline ahead of time and tell them I’m a white knuckle flyer. Alaska really made me comfortable as best they could.

[@jimhesch1404]

Always polite, informative and entertaining. The editing and music fit just right.

[@raymondleongdiva]

As a Singaporean thank you for your lovely comments...I am so impressed with your detailed info including some history notes! Fantastic video including even some humour. Best personal exp air travel video I ever seen. I am subscribing for sure. Stay safe and see you in Singapore soon when this pandemic is over. Cheers.

[@BonkersAboutAlice]

We were there at Changi just before this video. We did actually stay a whole day there using our lounge passes for food, rest and showers all day. Bloody love that place.

[@michaelc8651]

@@michaela7100 Thanks for showing you're a knob.

[@radbcc]

Paul, that transit area with the gardens looks just amazing. wow...

[@24harlequin]

This feels like a different era, I miss those days :(

[@herenow6953]

Me too

[@martinmitchell7280]

Yes - here’s hoping we can all return to glorious Singapore soon. Was last there in December 2019 when I also visited the Jewel.

[@teyemanon1970]

There I was reminiscing and missing my days of regular (work related) flying when Paul puts on a turbulence clip. Had forgotten those.

[@kingsleydawes7244]

WOW!! I have just re-watched this video for the second or third time. I love SQ and their new Business Class. Thanks for a great clip.

[@theundeniablegem]

love that fact about Narita airport having to be built around farms, seems like it's very unusually shaped!

[@WhoDaresWins-B20]

Hi Paul, a very enjoyable and informative flight. Many thanks for sharing.

[@twobins2060]

Well Mr Ambassador, you kept your word, although you did look like Barney from the Simpsons when you were chugging down that Singapore Sling. Hilarious.

[@driftingintoretirement]

Outstanding comprehensive video Paul.

[@ewanprimrose9894]

I have spent the whole day at Changi before! I flew from Singapore to Melbourne in January 2020 & my flight was at 9pm and hotel checkout was 10am so I had to spend the whole day at the Jewel and Changi obviously! Qantas offered early check in so I got rid of my suitcase and had the best day ever! Covered every last spot of the incredible jewel, then walked through each terminal seeing various aircraft and airlines. I then visited all the cool gardens changi offers. I then toured the airport via the sky rail to see how it would be if I was short of time. Also great places to eat and plane spot! I had around 11 hours at the Jewel and Changi, and I still wish it was more! Only the Qantas A380 taking me to Australia stopped me staying! The best airport in the world bar none. Keep up the great content Paul and I can’t wait for your 24 hours here one day 😊

[@gobbletegook]

Although I have never (nor probably WILL ever) traveled abroad. I love your videos. Its great to see how lux some of it can be

[@CallumSpotting]

Fantastic video mate... Wow some absolutely stunning shots loved it... Keep up the great work 👍🏻😃

[@henryhunter1773]

Great video Paul. That really seems to be a great flight! 👍

[@tammypearson4500]

Changi is such a beautiful airport. I want to go to Singapore very much and see the multitudes of activities one can enjoy at this airport, let alone the city. I couldn't love this video more ❤ Great airline!

[@joermnyc]

Just remember, you need to have a valid airline ticket while at the airport, or it’s actually a crime to be there.

[@tammypearson4500]

@@joermnyc I had no idea, thank you!

[@jimsimon4432]

@@joermnyc I am a local. For clarity, in Singapore, some locals bought tickets to get into the secure section of the terminals where the duty-free shops and lounges are. After enjoying themselves, they cancelled their tickets or just didn't board. Upon exit from immigration their true intentions were clear and they were arrested as it is against the law. Aside from that, Changi Airport does everything possible to encourage locals to visit the airport for shopping and eating in the terminals' public areas (which are incredibly large) as well as Jewel, which is a gigantic shopping mall.

[@thomasisking]

You'll need an airline ticket to be air-side at the airport, but there is so much land-side at the airport (no ticket needed) that can be done. Changi is not called the world's best airport for nothing.

[@WaqarAhmed-gf1jh]

Another excellent video Paul can not wait for the next one and please keep safe

[@carableu]

Can’t wait to be able to fly to Singapore when things open up more… ✈️

[@Hundredakerwood439]

Oh to start flying again

[@f-8672]

Excellent video Paul! I like the variety in video lengths too. This one feels like a special episode ^^

[@jahbern]

Nasi lamak is my husband’s FAVORITE. He grew up in Malaysia, but he brought his mom over here to live near us when he immigrated - and she is a fantastic cook. She made nasi lamak last week and my husband enjoyed flexing on his friends in the US without a Malaysian cooking hookup. 😂 He might be tempted to fly first/business if he knew he could have real Indian/Malaysian/Singaporean food.

[@chicocabalatungan8831]

Superb vid as always, Paul! Always hit it out of the park with these!

[@buttercuppy269034]

Loved the video Paul! I’ve missed you!

[@jonov2706]

I’ve been wanting to fly Singapore Airlines Business Class for a while now & this video has made me even more eager to try it out! Great video Paul, thanks a lot! 👍🏻

[@foxtwo]

Yeah SIA always serves the food and label it according to the local timezone they're currently at - so when you arrive in LA and it's 11.35am, it's closer to "lunch". I flew SIA numerous times and it's always been this way. For example - night flight leaving SG at 9.30pm and arriving in Australia at 5am (2.30am on my un-adjusted watch), they serve "breakfast", which technically is "supper" to me, albeit a late-night one 😁

[@monstrok]

If anyone goes hungry on this flight, it's their own fault! That is largest menu I've ever seen on an airline. Thanks for the coverage Paul!

[@ThomasStirk]

Some amazing views on that approach into LA

[@Paul_Lucas]

One of my favourite approaches!

[@dennischallinor8497]

Paul: thanks for showing the menus then the food on the plate!!! That's what makes the video for me, what they feed you, how they feed you and the seat they want you to enjoy. I'm related to a Lucas, but then you are a rather prolific clan. I've been made sick on aircraft many times so I really enjoy those privacy seats. 11K, I'll remember that.

[@bethfrazier414]

Don’t know how you can sleep so well on international flights but I’m glad you do. Trying to figure out the 2 lunches, maybe some cultures don’t eat a large breakfast like we do! Thanks again

[@ThePrissy11]

Love Singapore Air. Flew Business Class from NYC to Frankfurt once a month. Book the Cook is the best!😊

[@Bobskiboy85]

No matter how many times you fly a super long haul it never gets easier. I used to fly pre-pandemic, between Sydney and Doha at least every 6 weeks, 15 hours plus and 7692 miles or around 12,400kms. Transit for an hour and a half then another 5 hours to Bucharest, about 23 hours each time. Love Singapore Airlines, have always been a quality consistent airline regularly in my top 5 in the world...ty for video.

[@yalamanchilisatyakumar5113]

excellent video. My doubt about flat bed seat in business class is fully clarified. It helps me to select my trip from Hyderabad to Los Angeles through this singpore airlines business class. Many many thanks.

[@shutup2751]

paul lucas and noel philips the best travel channels on youtube

[@Paul_Lucas]

Noel is smashing it lately! :-)

[@pierrecaron8731]

@@Paul_Lucas I like Noel but I'm a Paul fan.

[@jamesrobinson9194]

Completely agree with this comment but let's not forget Jeb Brooks or Josh Cahill either.

[@philipancell516]

My parents (God holds them at his side now) went to see my older brother when he was in Cebu Phillipines and it was a ridiculously long 27 hour flight. Just hearing the length of that is enough to make me never want to go!! I know they loved my brother enough to take that trip. Along with a stop in Hawaii on the way back for a treat. How nice it would be to go back to those times with them ❤

[@sunilmukerjea525]

What an absolutely fantastic video, and I don't say that lightly. Well constructed and super informative. Keep up the good work.

[@johncollier608]

I love Singapore Airlines. Along with Malaysian, they are my favourite carrier. They just get right, all the time, in every department. Thanks for sharing, Paul.

[@PED1010]

Been following you since the very beginning ( once a week upload ) and this has probably been the best , really enjoyed it . Cheers Paul 🍻

[@lzh4950]

3:37 Because there're already overhead bridges linking Jewel to Terminals 2 & 3, while it itself is adjacent to Terminal 1 (the main entrance is at ground level where Terminal 1's pick-up point & taxi stand used to be; it has since been moved to B1 to make way for the entrance). Given the length of the bridges I'd agree that adding a SkyTrain stop in Jewel makes sense though

[@Tani0415]

@7:28 - I remember sitting there on Jan 1, 2019. Miss this.

[@chow24]

Wow that airport was incredible thanks 😊

[@roberthorwood4276]

Another Great video Paul. changi is an unbelievable airport, I used to live there. looking forward to your video of changi as this craziness is over. good luck & safe travels

[@UsmanBello]

This is not the only example of fourth-freedom cabotage that I've experienced. In July 1995, I took SQ5/6 from LAX to TPE and back in their premium economy in the nose of their 747-400 equipment. This route is actually LAX-HNL-TPE-SIN for SQ5 and the reverse for SQ6. SQ5 leaves LAX early afternoon and lands in HNL at 12 midnight, and arrives TPE early morning. SQ6 leaves TPE late afternoon, lands in HNL at 12 noon, and arrives LAX early afternoon. I remember that passengers on SQ5 from LAX could not use duty free there as the first leg is a US domestic flight. Duty free in HNL was open for our flight at midnight. Additionally on SQ5, the safety announcement for the LAX to HNL (and SQ6 HNL-LAX) leg had one more video addition announcement giving notice that "US Federal Law prohibits smoking inflight anywhere on an aircraft inside the U.S". For SQ6, we were held at one of the containment gates at HNL. Passengers continuing to LAX did not clear customs. Passenger getting on board at HNL were warned that they'd be joining an international flight and would be subjected to US Customs and Immigration upon arrival once they entered the containment area. The food, service, and ambience was impeccable and top-notch. Now, if they can run their FRA-JFK extension flight like they did in late 2019, that'd be great! :-)

[@Hari-888]

I used to play video games as a child in 1998 on Singapore Airlines KrisWorld entertainment system. Had so much fun, and am glad to see they still use the same name

[@MrStuartAllan]

Great video Paul, always look forward to one of your new videos.

[@90taetaeya]

“Direct” can involve a stopover. “Non-stop” means it is start to end with no stopover.

[@zork999]

And sometimes "direct" can involve a "change of gauge" where the equipment changes, but the flight number stays the same. So fly from A to B on a 737 and then switch to a 747 for B to C (I did that once) while the flight number was the same and they had the gall to call it a direct flight. Yes, technically it was, but I thought the change of gauge was rather much.

[@chakky533]

Love these long-haul trips! Hope you try a premium economy seat next time, as I probably will never afford a business class seat for these long-hauls.

[@johnsymonstcu]

Thanks Paul for reviewing my favorite airline of all time. SQ sets the bar for friendly and professional cabin service and excellent food offerings. My thoughts and prayers are with them as they cope with maintaining viability during the present situation. 🤗❤🛫🙏🌎

[@suparnicrozer1639]

Very informative Really enjoy your video 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@haddadalrasyidsukawan8086]

Such an amazing video! I'm really love with those additional informations mentioned there. Cant wait for other videos to release, Paul!

[@stevecooksley]

Fantastic trip. As you've never officially been to Japan, a tour of the islands by train would be amazing.

[@rhinoxbeans]

After this pandemic, you guys should go on vacation in Japan. Many experiences to be had.

[@anasutton3380]

I did that flight NON STOP LAX Singapore, business class Singapore Airlines and it was FANTASTIC !!!

[@monarchgrp]

Very nicely done - thanks Paul :)

[@philhardy6470]

Amazing video. Food looked amazing thanks for all the great info

[@jamessmith6402]

Excellent video Singapore Airlines looks fabulous 👍 thanks Paul

[@drycell183]

Love these long videos

[@Paul_Lucas]

Glad you like them! A bit of a long edit but hopefully worth it....

[@ziauddinkhan5699]

@@Paul_Lucas It is.

[@designshorts4020]

I will love to travel like you

[@prohacks1674]

great to see!! you upload videos btw awesome videos just keep them coming

[@lizjoyce4846]

Very enjoyable video. You asked who would want to watch the entertainment on the remote I would I was so impressed as I am sight impaired and that is perfect for me. Thank you Singapore airlines.

[@herenow6953]

Ah what a treat that was Paul! I love SQ and their Business Class blew me away - the food (omg the satay and sling are a fab combo) the bed, the quality, the attention to detail. Awesome. I'm hoping and praying that sometime in the not too distant future, there will be a restriction free world. Because I really want to go back to Australia, and really want to go SQ business - but not if it's masks and tests etc.

[@sandiekwek4312]

The Jewel is situated outside of the inbound immigration check points as it is also built for the pleasure of locals. So, transit trains can only pass by.

[@HS-PGX]

Speaking of the food on the Narita to LAX leg, it’s easily explainable why the food was so fantastic: ALL JAPANESE ONBOARD CATERING IS 6 STAR. All meals made in Japan are much better than the rest of the world. I’ve never ever had a bad meal on a flight from Japan (except scoot, no surprise there since the food is frozen from Singapore) so I’m not surprised at all that you had a fantastic meal from Tokyo Narita.

[@danielle7292]

We did the Singapore to Newark flight return in Business class which was also amazing and wore our Qantas pyjamas :-). Thanks for the great video.

[@SAmusicUncut]

Planes and trains. The thrill of new experiences! Love the channel Paul.

[@mottyk8491]

Wow the world has changed since March 2020

[@natpriest7033]

another great video Paul

[@lawrenceakini4981]

Thank you for this KZbin. Fly safe.

[@corazondepollito8]

Nice Paul! I think is a very good option if you have low budget.

[@roberthamilton1301]

BEAUTIFUL trip report as usual. Thanks for the video 🤜🤛

[@johnmcqueen4883]

Every time you publish a new video I am so happy to see your face and hear your voice. I am soooo tired of reading subtitles with their excessive and gratuitous use of exclamation points and emoticons. Give me a real bloke trying to down a drink in turbulence any day. Thanks, Paul! :D

[@justinchan6959]

Awesome video yet again!! I have been on that exact same aircraft that you have been on 2 years ago!!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Wow, that looked amazing Paul, awesome video too!😸😸

[@MrGreatplum]

another fantastic video, Paul. Here’s hoping you can get back on long haul flights before long!

[@christophers7070]

In 2013 we did a Newark, New Jersey to Singapore non stop flight. 18 hours 30 minutes. Full business class plane. The flight was suspended some years later, but I believe it will resume 3 days per week form 28/3/22. What a flight! Flew over the North Pole if I remember correctly. We lived in NJ at the time, so always preferred Newark airport to JFK.

[@lewiscourtney5740]

Great video and review of probably the world's best airline. Thanks for sharing

[@thecornells7430]

Excellent video, as ever. Thanks. Real detail. Let's hope we can all get flying soon. Thanks again, Paul.

[@richardnei]

Great Trip Report! I’m afraid I have the same guilty pleasure as you, in that I will always try to book a flight goes via somewhere or has a stop over just be a bit interesting. It must be an Avgeek thing to do! ✈️

[@TankIOW]

Brilliant video as usual. Thank you Paul, keep them coming.

[@jen93106]

I cannot wait to see your future Jewel masterpiece, Paul!

[@SoiBuakhaoRoutemasterbus]

I enjoyed that! I flew with Singapore Airlines in November 2019, Heathrow-Changi-Manila & return. Superb airline, i was an economy passenger but the food there was the best i have ever had on an aircraft. And the staff were really great too....plus i managed to book flights to get three different types of aircraft-A380, 787 Dreamliner & a Boeing 777.......

[@Sully0916]

Paul, gorgeous capture of the outside of the aircraft at 8.38.

[@tanyapowell8577]

We flew LAX to Tokyo in the middle two bulkhead business class seats. Soooooooo much legroom and the seats were huge!

[@tomattime]

Another brilliant review 👏🏽

[@PapaVanTwee5]

I think Simply Flying just put a vid out on this, Direct means same plane and flight number, can include stops inbetween, non-stop means... well, non stop.

[@swiper1818]

I was wondering whether you'd pick up on / notice the farms in the middle of Narita, and the story behind them and the long delays in the airport's opening - impressed to see that you did. Ironically although Narita is much newer, Haneda (the original Tokyo domestic and international airport prior to Narita's opening) delivers a much more pleasant and convenient experience for international travelers to and from Tokyo

[@ivanthompson9779]

can't wait to go on my trip next year to Switzerland on air Canada

[@Canleaf08]

And I can't wait to fly to Montreal or Toronto on AirCan again next year.

[@rickloduca394]

Thanks Paul for another wonderful trip report! Always love your content! 👍

[@duncanmcewan1049]

Ahhh how I miss Singapore Airlines. I had the privilege of having Changi as a home airport for a few years and used to push the boat (and airmiles) out to do business class flights back to the UK (its a far more civilised way to spend a 12/14 hour flight!). My experience every single time was what you had seen. Awesome food, superb crew and it was almost a shame to have to get off at the destination. I used to get a couple of hours sleep, but always felt it was a waste to sleep too much and enjoyed the flight time - overnight flights were awesome with 90% of the cabin sleeping. they had amazing espresso and the crew would just automatically reload me before my cup was empty haha. I never did SQ first class - the business class experience was so good, I didn't feel the need.

[@sojourn6697]

I can absolutely recommend Singapore Airlines too.

[@ayush_ayush]

Best airport in the world Singapore's changi as per skytrax!!

[@LotusLady9]

Thank you Paul🌞

[@theobrattinga500]

Great video !!

[@derekclark123]

*WE LOVE PAUL*

[@haggischaser1028]

Great video.

[@UmairActorModel]

Btw, when is your 24 hours at JEWEL video coming out? SO EXCITED FOR IT, mate!