I flew EMIRATES FIRST CLASS during the PANDEMIC - was it worth it?

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So, have YOU flown first class during the pandemic? I went to Dubai when it was still part of the English travel corridor scheme, and, having been offered a cheap one way first class upgrade...was I really going to turn down the chance to make this feature length video for you? Absolutely NOT. I hope you enjoy the video and I'm hoping for a safe and orderly return to the skies later this year. As for me, I've already been to Scotland this week, and if you pay attention during the sponsored segment I threw in a couple of teaser clips for you...
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Date of Travel: 8 JAN 2021
Airline: Emirates
Livery: Emirates EXPO livery
Route: LHR-DXB
Aircraft: Airbus A380-800
Flight Number: EK 8
Miles: 3929
Airborne time: 6h15m
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[@Paul_Lucas]

Get Surfshark VPN at surfshark.deals/winginit - Enter promo code WINGINIT for 83% off and THREE EXTRA MONTHS for free! So, have YOU flown first class during the pandemic? I went to Dubai when it was still part of the English travel corridor scheme, and, having been offered a cheap one way first class upgrade...was I really going to turn down the chance to make this feature length video for you? Absolutely NOT. I hope you enjoy the video and I'm hoping for a safe and orderly return to the skies later this year. As for me, I've already been to Scotland this week, and if you pay attention during the sponsored segment I threw in a couple of teaser clips for you... 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

[@SomeRamdomAhole]

Flexing again I see…

[@ServiusTheBear]

Nope dont like that at all. I know I dont mind small spaces but to me that just gives me the image of stuck under the stairs.

[@ryanbenson171]

I personally would not have flown anywhere during the pandemic even if it was dirt cheap

[@Ozymandias1]

@@ryanbenson171 Haven't flown since 2019. I'll just wait till everything is back to normal.

[@ServiusTheBear]

@@aloysiusflartey6122 First time I did firsty class I saved up as I was going down to Peterbrough in England from Scotland Truckfest. Oh you could so see I was not one of them XD but know what I loved it. It was yeah look at me working class in your first class lounge. WOOF WOOF!

[@oliverbrookes27]

A friend had to fly from NZ to UK when her father died. On the leg from Dubai she was surrounded by a hen party. After 36 hours on the go she didn't need it, asked to be moved to a quieter part of economy, but the Emirates crew manager let her use the shower and have a first class bed for the last few hours of the trip. Amazing service.

[@icalexander]

That's stellar service. Good on the Emirates crew manager. Little things like that really do build loyalty.

[@vindictivegrind9370]

Hen party? Rude customers or crying children or both?

[@ThexDynastxQueen]

Whats a Hen party? Is it a British expression for a bachelorette party or something else as I can't comprehend how you'd have a party on a plane in economy. Not that people wouldn't try but my mind is just like...no, it's too cramped. Still very nice of the crew tho.

[@icalexander]

@@ThexDynastxQueen That's exactly what it is. British expression for a bachelorette

[@ThexDynastxQueen]

@@icalexander Ah thanks, cool I was right without even googling!

[@lindahart6049]

In 1999 a work colleague and I flew Emirates First Class from Dubai to LHR. They were experimenting with a software program that would allow passengers in adjacent seats to watch the same movie at the same time. We were the guinea pigs and so watched movies and quaffed Champagne for the entire flight, and let the IT tech know what problems we encountered. I’ve flown Emirates a number of times, mostly Business Class, and thoroughly enjoyed the service and experience every time.

[@TripReportaviation]

Brilliant trip report! Their service didn't seem to change despite the pandemic. The food looked really nice. It's always cool to be able to take a shower in the sky.

[@apgx6032]

Thanks for sharing your experience, it was a pleasure to watch.

[@manindersinghthind6235]

And i was eagerly waiting for paul to review the Emirates first class. Great video of pure luxury. Thank u paul.👍

[@linda1937]

Hi Paul I flew on emeritus a380 3years ago from Australia 🇦🇺 to Dubai in business the food 🍱 was not the best I’ve had would love to try first we can’t travel any where at the moment as we are in lockdown love your work Paul best wishes Chanel Linda

[@nralbers]

On the food difference (or lack thereof) between first and business class, I was lucky enough to upgrade from economy to business class flying from Auckland to Dubai, and the food and food service blew me away, it was that good. So perhaps there's not much room to improve? Especially since aircraft cabin dryness and pressure really messes with your tastebuds anyway?

[@melanieyoches5997]

“Oh!” Takes another sip 😍😍😍 your smile was wonderful!!!

[@chatkeow]

I'm astonished that in First Class you're still expected to pay for wifi whether an award ticket or not ??

[@pavan3571]

Your videos are very nice Paul.....Keep up the good work.

[@NIKKG]

I missed your videos, its been a while since a new one came out!

[@MursGaming2]

How did I miss this!? Oh yeah I haven't turn the notification bell on...i won't miss it now!

[@MrAcook61798]

your face was a picture when you tasted the champage..:-) Great Video.

[@Halifaxy2305]

Thany you very much for the very Good Report.

[@danielbonilla3195]

Between Cathay Pacific and Emirates’ inflight service which one do you prefer?

[@darounymctear3603]

I will never fly with them again economies class they run out of meal so i never had mine no one come and apologized i fly from Manchester to Thailand the seat the most uncomfortable never with them again was 2019 xxx

[@kenniedean5620]

I’ve never taken a 20 minute shower in my own home!

[@auroraaxel5494]

As an ex emirates crew I can confirm that a lot of business and first class meals are the same, first class just has some extra dishes and they’re presented on a plate. We used to plate meals in business class but it was too time consuming having one person in the galley plating 76 meals, so they started making them pre plated a few years ago which saved our lives 😅.

[@marylynngallant5168]

That was a wonderful 24 minutes of luxury!! Thanks Paul, and keep safe!👍🏻🇨🇦🥂

[@Paul_Lucas]

Thank you!

[@lorim3745]

I love how even after all the flights you have taken, you still get excited , and take pyjamas and writing set as souvenirs 😁

[@TheManunderwater]

That's why I read all of Paul's reviews and also take them totally authentic. I also find the clear info details an tricks/strategies you use or have used when you book. Really helpful to know about the fare you paid for real? So many other reviewers are looking to show off. Keep it up Paul and keep doing rail reviews too.

[@rickkloek2411]

I love utube because of the hundreds of awsum and super interesting videos. Plane trips , train trips and much much more. Normal TV is really BORING.

[@duncancallum]

@@rickkloek2411 I virtually do not watch TV for the same as you .

[@philiprobinson878]

The darts players outfit is a great look on first class :)

[@craigobrien5098]

You do know your mask is upside down?

[@TheDmaize]

Flew on the top deck on one of AF's Ex-A380s in Nov, 2019 (CDG-JFK). Even though just in Economy, it was a great and memorable experience. Thanks for the new video and greetings from Germany.

[@katherinespencer2633]

Thank goodness you’re back with videos. Stay safe while out and about.

[@tammypearson4500]

Just got off a long night shift at the hospital and this has been a treat watching your video. Now I can drift off to sleep, dreaming of being able to fly this beautiful aircraft and enjoying the benefits of business or first class!

[@davidocampo1]

Thank you for your work❤️

[@LadyAriella1960]

I know this would seem an unusual request but I'd like to see how the different classes compare from a wheelchair's point of view from going through baggage check-in on to arrival at your destination

[@mortalclown3812]

Very few mentions in these travel vlogs about this. Hope he reads it. Peace.

[@kalebwick3429]

You know what would be great fun when it opens up again, seeing a transatlantic crossing on the Queen Mary 2! That would be something different and interesting!

[@adirox7]

Loved that goodbye hand wave to london..

[@Trektrendy]

Great video mate, EK F is always a treat. Look forward to when they move back to LHR T3 where you can board directly from the lounge. Any plans to try their Gamechanger on the 777? I'd highly recommend it

[@Paul_Lucas]

Cheers! Yep I’ll do them again when I can - they aren’t really to my taste but tbh they’re a very solid airline and almost no skimping whatsoever even during covid is a big plus. Hoping to do the 777 maybe late this year! Keep well 👍🏻

[@BlakeEdgington]

Really enjoyed this, I have only flown business and economy with Emirates myself and completely agree with your thoughts on the cabin finish. It’s much nicer than your would think from images and videos.

[@simonemurrin7099]

Great video Paul, I genuinely hadn’t realised that you’d not taken a first class Emirates flight before. Definitely worth the upgrade, I thought the service was very good given what everyone was dealing with at the time. Best bit? “I’ll have a champagne please” 😄 Good on you! So glad you enjoyed the trip!

[@Syunnnnnnn]

i book the Indian Pacific train from Perth to Sydney coz of your video, going in June (live in Perth)

[@Paul_Lucas]

Amazing! Enjoy!

[@jen93106]

That video was a true masterpiece. Enjoy your travels!

[@schneider9615]

The full body paper wrap is all theater. 🙄🙄. I’m surprised they didn’t hand out pre take off sanitizer shots in disposable tiny paper cups!

[@rickfehrenback3851]

Paul just one question, how would the fllight be for a handicapped person as far as access to the plane and boarding? Thank you

[@truirf]

The food does look the same as business. Saved up my skywards points and flew business coming back to Europe from my last trip home to Australia back in 2018. I was supposed to go home in 2020, now I just hope I can get back in 2022 😅

[@SNNayak]

"It's been a while since I've done that" - That's what she said.

[@nonrevmax]

Hey Paul, just curious, what's your mindset, takes, opinions on making a video about an airlines product that has been reviewed many times before by other reviewers, youtubers, etc. For example, Emirates first class, QR Q Suites, etc. Is it something you have to a fresh mindset about? Have your own opinions from the general consensus? Or is there something more to it than that? Cheers, love the video's as always.

[@charlescook4517]

This makes me think of what being on a private jet would be like, very nice!

[@dagg_liam]

Good call with the champagne there paul 😀

[@davearnold1139]

What a great video what can I say there’s only one word I can say with emirates airline wow I could live with that if I had to fly emirates the food looked outstanding I can’t believe you can have a shower at 45,000 feet that’s incredible great video Paul look forward to your next one

[@stevensavage8904]

Thanks for all the great videos, Mr. Lucas. Stay safe and thanks for making this lockdown time pass a little quicker.

[@TheArrivalZone]

mask was upside down haha hope you are well paul

[@kymmoulds]

Another great review as always. Thanks for keeping them coming. I know what you meant about the mask. They are a pain in arse but we have to have them. A BIG thumbs up.

[@katherinelong1468]

The reason you were having trouble with your mask is because you had it on upside down, the plastic bit is supposed to go around your nose not your chin

[@joop1991]

10:24 Do you have to stow children in the overhead lockers?

[@SHAMOYA]

Imagine being on the flight stuck over west Germany and your pilot is like sorry guys, we’re stuck right now. Will keep moving forward in a minute

[@HB45175]

"We apologize for the temporary space-time continuum disruption."

[@kirstywho1991]

Not giving a single penny to a UAE airline until the guy running the place stops abusing the female members of his family and sets them free. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@bsg695]

Why are you wearing a fucking mask when your door is closed 😭😭

[@teprakp]

The mask looks as it was “upside down “. You put it on with the metal section over the nose, this allows you to shape the mask comfortably and securely. Next time put it on just as you need it. Don’t put it around your neck

[@KiwiShoot]

Loved our Emirate experience Akl-Dubai-London. Arrived absolutely refreshed with zero jet lag after good food, great shower and a good sleep. And I’ve still got the writing kit as a nice memory :-)

[@adrianherbert5384]

great to see you back! I did fly Emirates to Dubai Business pre-pandemic. The bar area was brilliant. Great service and nice to be able to move around! Flew on to Chennai on 777 business, good, but not a touch on the A380 :-)

[@susanelmer1550]

OMG! You gotta sleep with a freaking mask on?

[@Wayne_R]

wear a mask at all times but its ok to take it off to eat derp rule derp do it anyways derp

[@santinomamone2674]

Love ya football hooligan Romper hair do Geeza one again mad video

[@torgeirbrandsnes1916]

Good job Paul. I can recomend the YT channel : Kara and Nate. They are lounge junkies and the have some vlogs about their favorite lounges all over the world.

[@TheIronArmenianakaGIHaigs]

Did you do some of the filming with a 360 degree camera?

[@bradyspage]

I hope he stops this. It makes me nauseous.

[@Paul_Lucas]

@@bradyspage Sorry it makes you nauseous - never had this feedback before, perhaps it’s in the editing...

[@Slaylikebeaukay]

I'm not watching on VR any movement is rough but flying makes it worse

[@philippegosselin7756]

Which camera did you use for the 360?

[@pammiedoyle30]

Sad that you wore a mask when sitting in a cabin , on your own!

[@DJPhilAllen]

Loved the video Paul. I LOVE Emirates, amazing airline, although I've only ever flown 'BIZ' with them, never 1st. The weird thing is, on all 18 of my 'Biz' flights with them (so far), the majority of the 1st class passengers seem to always end up in the 'BIZ' bar at the back of that beautiful plane, mingling with us lesser humans. Best regards.

[@moonshine7139]

Hi paul. What a fantastic flight to Dubai from London Heathrow. Emirates are truly amazing. Great video as usual. Many thanks for sharing. 🙂👍

[@AngelWJedi]

I wish I could do what you do but I am so terrified of heights so I have issues on planes :(

[@henrismith7609]

No one here is going to talk about's Paul's fresh cut?

[@livinginbrooklyn1030]

He should do a video on the barber like other KZbinrs so we can avoid him.

[@stephanedorion2273]

@@livinginbrooklyn1030 i think he did by himseft ..... he s look great fresh haircut

[@ReyOfLight]

As much as I enjoy watching travel videos and longing to travel again, at times like this I stay at home and don’t even travel within my own home country (Sweden) more than absolutely needed, which is usually only to the neighbor town 20km away, or like on Wednesday, driving to a town almost 80km away to get the first dose of covid vaccine. Will take a long time still before I will travel outside my home region, let alone abroad. But most definitely have some trips I’d like to make once we’re in safer times again! The sleeper train to Kiruna is one trip I’d like to make, cruise to Helsinki is another, maybe I’ll even combine them and cruise to Helsinki, take sleeper train to Rovaniemi and then go over to Sweden and the Kiruna mountains before taking the sleeper train home from Kiruna, or maybe the other way around. I just know it’s places I’d like to go to or go to again (spent a lot of my childhood in the north) so that’s my dream for when we can travel more safely again. Also my best friend and I will be able to visit each other once it’s safer to travel again, I live in Sweden and my best friend lives in the UK

[@rduffy9948]

Stuff that dreams are made of. One day when the world heals, maybe. Oh and a huge win of lotto. But, wonderful video to keep my dream alive. Stay safe.

[@lewiscourtney5740]

Awesome review of one of the best airline companies out there. Thanks for sharing.

[@DutchSteamboat]

Thank you. I've flown J on the 380 a few times but not F. You're brave flying now - the horror stories about delays and reduced service in lounges etc - I'm looking at you, BA - have put me off flying, perhaps forever.

[@ElizabethKilbride]

I've missed your travel videos. Glad to see you're back to traveling again.

[@Welsh_Girl_UK]

Hey Paul, yet another great video, looked amazing. Really enjoyed seeing you again. Thank you!

[@lukezavislak7130]

Awesome I few years ago I got the chance to fly their first class it was pretty awesome keep up the great work Paul

[@eleanorcrawford9978]

First class in Emirates is worth it any time apart from the food that’s something I do complain about the food is disappointing on the flight. We prefer to eat in the first class lounge in the airport. The 380 is an impressive air craft But and this is an important bu the WI FI is pretty rubbish. On two occasions the WI FI didn’t work and the couldn’t fix it so my husband moved his seat twice to find one that worked. The bar in the 380 is a welcome break to have a glass of champagne. It is served in your seat but it’s nice to stretch your legs.

[@TankIOW]

That was brilliant, really enjoyed watching that. Thank you Paul.

[@angus_m]

Yes i have travelled on the upper deck! loved the extra storage cubbies along the window seats

[@junehitchcock170]

Did you buy your ticket from Emirates directly or from a consolidated for your business class ticket? Just wondering if Emirates would do an upgrade on a ticket from a consolidator. Thanks.

[@elainefarrar]

Interesting video :-) would be interested to know what flying in economy is like during the pandemic, seeing as first and business are not options for us? Did you have to quarantine in a hotel on your return?

[@patrickantwerp1364]

We flew a few times in first with Emirates. Flights from Brussels to Bangkok and Amsterdam to Bangkok. It was excellent!!

[@sonjakrohn4303]

Paul...LOL...the mask. It has a little metal strip in the seam. Feel for that little strip. That goes over your nose and you press it down snug over your nose. Then you won't have it falling down all the time! Chuckle!

[@sonjakrohn4303]

Ah i see half way through you got your mask sorted! ;)

[@thelonesculler]

I flew economy with Emirates on the top deck back (basically where you were sat but on the other side) in the summer, the window seat itself wasn't any different but the storage bins and lack of a seat outside gave a lot more room to stretch out

[@johnclauder615]

Lucky you and thank you for taking us along with you. Good quality video, even with your finger on the mic . This is the only to fly, isn't it !

[@truckerman1427]

Looking good Paul , you working out or is it the Haircut , Cheers!

[@louisthetravelspotter]

great awsome flight paul of the emirates a380 wich airport did you go from i really loved the vlog you my best youtuber ever

[@GenkisTravels]

In a world with COVID, that service looks pretty damn good :)

[@michaelgrove9019]

Great video! Love the music you used pre-take off. Totally got me in the mood to fly!

[@FranciscoCamino]

Well, about your comments about food. You may find excellent meals in Business and First which may look the same. As in luxury restaurant it’s about ingredients, celebrity chefs, dedicated recipes which make the difference. You should have gone to the Sky Lounge. It’s amazing.

[@williamkettle8666]

why wear a mask when you are in an enclosed seat with no one else around

[@Paul_Lucas]

Because those are the rules, that’s why.

[@theobrattinga500]

Great video !!

[@Ozpif]

7:08 "Camera Witchcraft"... Well played Sir. Well played. Hahaha!

[@thecosmicyak1370]

Is full shower view available only on patreon?

[@ukdavepianoman]

Always love your videos and so great see your long haul flights again. I've not flown Emirates 1st, but business is excellent (especially the bar) and LOVE the upper deck of an A380. Generally prefer Etihad, the food and seat are much better...but the bar is nowhere near as good as Emirates.

[@owenprice3989]

Thanks Paul for the review, living in western Canada I haven't had the opportunities to fly emirates and embarrassed to say I haven't flown on the A380 yet. One of my goals once restrictions are lifted. I enjoy T2 at Heathrow, the only dislike is the announcement of gates prior too boarding, or lack of. I love upgrades and ways to gain lounge access. It just makes for a better experience. Cheers to you catching a flight 6 days in advance, and upgrading to first, that's awesome. I can't wait to start travelling again!

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

It looked more than comfortable. I would never be brave enough to shower on an aircraft. I would worry that the plane might head into a dive while I was starkers! LOL! And even worse, that I needed to evacuate while still starkers!!!! Thank you for the video!

[@reynaldomisa9676]

Nope not only you, flew 4 legs YYZ-DXB-HKG-DXB-YYZ in First Class and the food was not FIRST CLASS QUALITY in the food.

[@m13e58]

On the Cocktail menu, drink Kir Royal for me😆😆😆😆 in my language (Farsi) Kir mean d… Literally!😅😅😅😆😆😆😆

[@jamesmustin7289]

Darwin in action!

[@Sukhumvit246]

New subscriber, I love the channel. I gotta say I love flying first with Emirates, I travel Glasgow - Bangkok around 3-4 times a year. Each year I always treat myself and book first class at least one trip. The other trips are usually business, still a good service though. Love it when the chauffeured car arrives at my house because that's when I know my holiday has begun.

[@stephanedorion2273]

nice haircut paul...been long time .... i can t wait to see another video

[@Brua58]

Fab and very enjoyable as always 😌

[@joejoe6950]

Great video, great new haircut Paul!

[@vmaxlegends549]

Vaccine Winginita

[@tokucoglu98]

Nice info about the closed 05/23 runway! never knew there was such a runway...

[@carolinelane9599]

350.00. I would definately pay to try first class. Having not travelled for 18 months and counting my travel savings are awesome. As a West Australian I'm still locked in till some time next year. Paul did you get an email or at check in to upgrade?