We Flew Europe's WORST Airline (US ✈️ UK)

[@MirageUK]

When my aunt came over from Australia, she posted most of her clothes back home, so she could take things home with her that she had bought. She said it was cheaper than paying for extra luggage.

[@captaintorch983]

Well you are here safely, that's the main thing. It is good to have you back, hope you have a great time.x

[@AnnMoore-wl4wk]

A very warm welcome back to the UK, have a great time, I’m looking forward to seeing your videos ❤

[@Simon-lw4uc]

It’s just as easy to get into central London from Gatwick than it is from Heathrow ! I don’t think a lot of foreign travellers realise that !!

[@DomingoDeSantaClara]

Instead of bringing more stuff and spending 95 quid for a bag, keep the money and replace what you left behind. You'll pay the 95 on the way back but then you've got new stuff to take home.😊

[@markhackett2302]

Or travel out in old stuff that you will replace, both what you are wearing and pretty much EVERYTHING in the bag, even if that means "earlier that we'd do it" or "Well, normally we'd not choose THIS ensemble together".

[@karlp8484]

I like the way you think.

[@nelcindy5358]

Firstly, welcome back to the UK. My sister and her boyfriend flew Norse, and they were very impressed with it. They didn't book the economy lite ticket, but the next one up from that. Lovely plane, lovely staff and amazing price was what she said about Norse, similar to what other friends have said about them.

[@Lee-nr4pw]

They seem like the RyanAir but for International travel. Pro Tip, bring a Boots meal deal on the plane for the flight back :)

[@nikkyhodson8792]

Got to say loving your new hair colour it really suits you 😊

[@AthynVixen]

Get yourself into that M&S and grab food for the return journey!

[@susanashcroft2674]

Glad you made it, the weather certainly has been 'changeable' but hope you have been having a good time regardless.

[@LyraDavis]

Welcome back to the UK! We’re going to the Christmas light switch in tomorrow (Saturday 30th Nov) in Cirencester, a beautiful Cotswold town not far from Bath, it has a Christmas market, fireworks from the top of the church, food carts, ye olde pubs and a festive vibe. You should come if you’re able!

[@grapesodatravels]

That is one heck of a take off view! $30 for that meal is grim... If you're heading near Cambridge, PLEASE give us a holler. We'd love to give you guys a tour! N&Nx

[@themelissabright]

I’m from the UK, living in the US, and my family member flew Norse to see me….the flight out was fine, but they cancelled his return flight without telling him, and we just noticed when he got here. We wasted a day re-booking and attempting to get refunds etc. I wouldn’t take the chance again.

[@unleashthebatss]

I just started watching your videos this week, and by coincidence I am making this exact flight in reverse in january so this was super informative and has helped me prepare for my first ever US trip so thank you! I paid for the economy classic upgrade so get extra luggage and a meal included, plus knowing there was a vegan option easily available was great.

[@unleashthebatss]

OH and I just got to the end of the video so to add regarding meal deals you should try out some of the Christmas sandwich options! and the festive bake at greggs!

[@roachpole1]

Have a nice time and hope it was worth the hard journey

[@pulchralutetia]

Go to Bradford on Avon, near Bath. It is like a miniature Bath with beautiful Cotswold houses and scenery, and a very old Saxon church.❤

[@davidmartin3947]

Good to have you back! If you want to take in some Georgian architecture whilst here, do pop down the road to Bristol, as any Bristolean will tell you, we have more Georgian houses than Bath! ;-) More seriously, do try to get along the Somerset and Devon coast to Porlock Weir, and along to Lynton, Lynmouth and the Valley of the Rocks to say hello to the wild goats. Across the Severn Bridge just outside of Newport easily accessible by public transport is the amazing village of Caerleon, with a Roman ampitheatre, Barracks and museum, all without the crowds of Bath. Or there is the Aqueduct at Avoncliff just a bus ride away, near Bradford on Avon.

[@glitterbloke5083]

WELCOME to the UK, hope you have a wonderful time in our country. Bath was an excellent choice. Check out Sally Lunn's - kind of tourist trap in some ways but the food is VERY British and it's genuinely good - book ahead. The Thermae Spa is expensive but lovely too.

[@NinjaMonkeyguy]

Hey guys great video.. Flights are always interesting and editing whilst travelling isn't easy (Im guessing you are still travelling?) well done

[@wrd777]

I don't know how you did it but the quickest way fr0m Gatwick to Bath is the direct train to Reading, about 1.45hr and then change platform for the train to Bath, about another hour. It avoids crossing London between Paddington and Victoria. Much better with luggage.

[@Alan316100]

Really interesting vid, thank you. Re seats back on aeroplanes, no way, should be banned, only time I ever saw a punch-up on a plane was over a seat being put back (Virgin from Miami to London). The stewardess who got involved in stopping the agro said to me that putting seats back was the number one casue of trouble on planes.

[@suppleberry3863]

$30 for an airplane meal is shocking 😮 Incidentally Icelandair and Play Airlines (also via Reykjavik) are often good options for crossing the Atlantic, but I'm not sure you can go from the SW US.

[@janetunley7377]

Meal deals are great. You can get a sandwich (sometimes a club) plus a snack and a drink usually for less than £4. Recommendations would be try Boots, Sainsbury’s and Tesco. There’s a Boots inside departures at Gatwick airport so you could get something to eat for on the plane home. Bath is a fantastic city. If you get a chance take a visit to Castle Combe which is about 30 mins away and a really pretty Cotswold village often used a filming location. Have a fantastic time!

[@user-ch9if6px6r]

We fly Norse from Orlando to Gatwick but buy premium for around 1000 each. We also have to pay for seats at around 60 each. We went for 25 nights recently and just took a 20 inch each and tote. They fed us nonstop and the drinks were coming whenever we hit that button on the screen. I get an aisle and husband gets an aisle as if you sit by the window you have to climb over the seats to get out. The arm rest in the middle and the people reclining trap you. The crew were great. I hate that there is no app and they don't let you check in on line or update you. We did buy the fast track to get back and stayed at Hilton airport night before. We went to Bath for four nights from Gatwick. I love Bath and we took the train to Bradford on Avon. Beautiful place. Wetherspoons had great vegetarian meals. Coming home our plane was full with Disney ride creators. Fun!

[@tonys1636]

How did you find LGW, often far quicker into Central London, Victoria on the Gatwick Express, 30 minutes, than from LHR on the Tube, Elizabeth Line or Overground. Particularly during morning rush hour as not so crowded unless a couple of red eyes have landed together. LGW the busiest single runway airport in Europe, it does have an emergency runway but can't be used when main one in use as too close to it, only used if main out of action or an aircraft needs to make an emergency landing so main not blocked or damaged.

[@ruk2023--]

We have become a world of spoiled children (I'm including myself). When I started flying long haul 30 years ago you had to get to the airport 3 hours before flying with no online check-in, you daren't be a tenth of a pound over your baggage allowance, you'd be better off not eating than the garbage they served in economy catering and the most entertainment you got provided was reading the sick bag. Or a view of an overhead TV 40 feet away playing a VHS copy of some ten year old movie. Nowadays I feel disappointed if I don't get 3 meal choices, free drinks, online checkin, free bags, wifi and 650 movie choices for $1,000 or less to fly 5,000 miles.

[@missmerrily4830]

Quite right too. I don't see why we can't expect improved service on our flights year on year, otherwise it's a race to the bottom from all the airlines. They are about profits after all. However, I do think that if you choose to pay cheap - you probably will get cheap standards. And maybe we did need a three hour slot at the airport in former times, but then there was the pleasure once of just turning up, checking in and boarding. No pat downs, no scanners, no suitcase searches, no shoes off, take what fluids you liked, no constant warning about leaving luggage anywhere. No worrying about getting blown out of the sky. Hmmm...

[@tonys1636]

The '60's and early '70's were the best times, only 2 classes, standard and first, real plates and cutlery, meals included in the price even in standard, all baggage checked, a small hand bag/purse, briefcase allowed onboard and only an extra charge if overweight checked bags, 2 per person up to 25Kg each. A Comet , VC10 or 707. No inflight entertainment though if lucky headphones and music. Only one UK budget airline long haul, Laker Airways, budget as had the maximum number of seats crammed into a Comet so could offer cheaper fares, one bag per person up to 20Kg. Alcoholic drinks and meals were extra. Advised check in 1- I. 1/2 hours before flight. Most transatlantic flights to and from Europe made a stop at Shannon, Ireland and or Newfoundland, Canada to refuel. 707's and VC10's could do some US West Coast and Southern destinations non stop.

[@marcd6897]

It’s really interesting to read how some folks twist some BS to prove that today we’re all just spoiled brats and how much the “good ‘ole times were when men were real men…. bla bla bla”. 😂😂

[@EdgyNumber1]

Hey, we fly Ryanair here, so we're used to this. If its under USA FAA rules, get travel insurance to cover any issues. If its EU rules you may be partially covered if something goes a bit awry.

[@Sine-gl9ly]

Lots of people suggest buying new, cheap, clothes when you arrive, as a way of avoiding high baggage fees. That simply doesn't work if you are anything other than a standard medium-or-small size and of average height, in your destination country. It does work fine for heavy-ish items such as shampoo, shower gel, moisturisers etc., though - unless you're worried about sensitivities or allergies. However, depending on where you're going and your plans for the trip, do you _really_ want to spend your first couple of days slogging round shops, struggling with unfamilian brands and sizes, when you could be recovering from jetlag and just getting acclimatised?

[@user-TonyUK]

A little tip for packing Clothes for your UK Trips, ONLY pack one set of spare clothes and then buy what you need when you get here, and for your return flight dump all but what you intend to fly in. That worked well for me for ten years flying over to the USA for my twice a year visits to see friends or for my two week stay at a beach resort to top up my tan

[@mbak7801]

Travel out with empty small bags inside your travel on one. Take only one change of clothing. Buy new cheap garments at the destination. Very cheap items either bin or pack dirty. Keep receipts if you are checked. Cross off any you have thrown away. Fly back with your less minimal luggage. This can be cheaper than paying excess baggage charges, also try and keep within your cost allowances for importing goods.

[@pnwlion9337]

I'm flying Norse shortly in Premium MCO to LGW. Their planes are the old Norwegian 787's and it seems their selling process is the same as that excellent airline. Thanks for the tip for the Customer Service (hopefully I won't need it) I managed to get a great Premium fare which includes most of those extras described, except the seat assignment fee. On the way back I paid extra for Gatwick My Lounge access. Overall given the upselling from even the legacy carriers the fares with Norse Atlantic when managed right are very competitive. I hope this airline is a success and adds extra U.S and beyond destinations.

[@simple_naildesigns]

‘It’s pleasant’ 😂 Safe travels! 🥰

[@jondbm]

Pro tip for going back, don’t order the food on the plane just get a meal deal in advance, plus some snacks, and you should be good.

[@stuarthumphrey1787]

Gatwick is just down the road from me in Crawley

[@john_smith1471]

This budget airline concept seems new to Americans, but the diy/pick your own food/hand luggage only/has been common in Britain/Europe for decades, although not 10 hour flights.

[@markhackett2302]

One thing you could try for future "we have a limit to luggage, but we NEED lots of stuff" is to go with old stuff you will on your trip wash and then give away to charity, and buy replacements to wear AND put in luggage new on your visit, so you leave with old stuff and come back with new stuff. You can get twice as many clothes in effect that way.

[@kathwigan7494]

Looks worth moving seats ......great tip about them loading from the back ....have a lovely stay in the UK

[@andrewmjolnirlongley5131]

Me and my son flew to Heathrow from San Francisco on British Airways this summer and according to your prices,we would have spent $550 each way, our tickets cost $3,000 return on Economy plus.and we chose a 2 row window seat and drinks are endless..and the food is always good..

[@paulc180]

We needed return flights London to Cleveland for our sons wedding (lots of luggage required). I searched everywhere for weeks for the best deal, we need premium seats due to back issues and the fact I am 6ft 4". We eventually booked Virgin premium economy LHR to JFK and American first class JFK to Cleveland. We ended up booking through KLM of all people. So free seat selection, 2 x 23kg checked bags each on all flights, free cancellation and refund up to 3 days before departure in case of any issues and we paid £1,050 each all in. I was really surprised.

[@johnhowell8779]

Welcome back Jeremy & Cara. Enjoy your stay, and enjoy the weather!! Gives you something to strike up a conversation about, with a typical standoffish Brit! Looking forward to the coming video/videos.

[@neilfleming2787]

hey, I spent two weeks back in the UK a couple of years ago and I just travelled with a backpack. Unless you are going to be 'dressing up' for dinner or a function, you can get away with a couple of changes of underwear/socks/shirts - it's called washing your clothes! Unless you want to drag a laptop with your as well (still do-able) the needs for a trip can be actually quite small. After all, how much of what you take in a big luggage bag do you actually need/use every time you travel?

[@MaxwellMoore-d1u]

You Could bye new Clothes in Britain at Primark and Matalan there cheap enough.

[@andywrong3247]

You can wave goodbye to the states, don't walk on by,drop in at matalan & buy till you drop.

[@Will-nn6ux]

They expect you to spend money on loads of extras. The trick is not to do that! Usually works out cheaper to buy what you need at your destination.

[@loulouash]

I'm watching this and the phrase "damned by faint praise" was running through my head! 😂

[@minvonuk]

We did the premium economy which worked out well, no extra payments, meals included and luggage included.

[@TheWill103]

I'm old, and although I've flown a lot, am still amazed by the fact that you can get a hot meal 7 miles up in the air. £23 would be a lot on the ground but.....

[@alexmcwhirter6611]

Norse Atlantic is actually a rebirth of failed airline Norwegian long-haul. Its 787s are the same ones which Norwegian long-haul used previously and some executives remain the same. As you say the budget airlines make their money with all the overpriced extras ... like the $30 meal. Welcome to the UK and I hope you will enjoy your stay here.

[@rahmij]

I'm sure you've heard the old saying "you get what you pay for", right? Pay cheap fares, get cheap service.

[@WIlfredWibbles]

If you're going for an extended period as you are (ie more than a week - 10 days) then instead of taking enough clothes to last 3.5 weeks, just accept you'll use laundry / cleaning services (or do laundry in airBnB) as you're travelling around. Similarly, why on earth spend $30 on an in-flight meal ? Spend the $30 on food to take on board...

[@sallyc2593]

I’d never even heard of Norse! I don’t think I’d rush to use a no frills airline on a long trip though. Up to about four hours is ok, but no more! I hope you have a lovely stay in England.

[@jamesaston2031]

Welcome back guys, that flight doesn't look too bad for the money

[@niyanlan8928]

God bless guys, anyone who doesn’t hate our Weather is okay with me. Enjoy your trip in the UK!

[@john_smith1471]

It’s correct that they paid extra to reserve an aisle and one window seat leaving an empty middle seat, but does that mean another passenger could still be placed in the middle seat?

[@FalcomScott312]

I hope you guys checked out British Airways here just to get to the UK 🇬🇧 here! Welcome back to the United Kingdom here! 😎👍

[@dh-net]

With all the addons did Norse still come out way cheaper or would BA/Virgin be better next time? Also aslong as you get there close to the advertised arrival time, delays departing don’t really matter (they build it into the schedule). Love the videos 🙂

[@dek123]

I’ve only flown from Gatwick once, we had an eight hour delay. Not the airports fault but the airline.

[@planesandcooking5142]

Even though the meal is expensive, I'd still advise to order it for the return flight. It's a daytime flight and a bit longer than the eastbound.

[@neilfleming2787]

Gatwick is my favourite airport to travel in to. Been there so many times I could almost navigate it blindfold. Very, Very busy though, but at least you can get a train into London very quickly

[@bpure2560]

$30 each for that meal is a rip off. Otherwise flight was ok. Just as good as Virgin Atlantic.

[@oliviadavies2674]

It would be good to see the breakdown of all the extras you paid for and add up the total cost. ( sorry if I missed that), I can still see its cheaper than your other options though. welcome back to the UK

[@RandiMEE]

I have flown with them at least a dozen times . If you know what to expect and come prepared its fine. I pack my own food and drink and dress in layers. I have flown an 11 hour flight where I have had zero interaction with a single flight attendant. Thats not necessarily bad. Its not for everyone. No friills but gets you there.

[@marcd6897]

$30 for a meal is expensive but if the meal would be really good and of decent size, OK. But this one where the taste was mediocre and the size laughable, it’s a pure rip off.

[@mark1282]

$30 for that meal. Was that for each of you 😮? Don't get me wrong i expect to pay way over the odds on a flight, but that is something else!!

[@user-ch9if6px6r]

The meals on board from the inflight menu are around 10

[@neilfleming2787]

If they don't serve food, then you just buy some drink before you board...not eating for a flight is not an issue really. I've fly United inside the US a few times and would NEVER travel with them if there is another option. Their seats are so hard and the leather covering is horrible. Having to pay for EVERYTHING on a flight with United domestic is despicable as well

[@edwardwilcox6606]

Rather than seeing Norse as Europes `WORST` airline, many will view them as Europes `BEST` airline as it`s down to how you want to travel. Having the choice of using a budget airline is far better than not & of course all the regular airlines don`t like this budget infringement on their routes as it can affect profits as there`s a sizable section of travellers who really want & need value for money. All that I suggest is borne-out by Norse`s terrific summer season they had in`24. Another thing to mention is they operate state-of-the--art aircraft on long haul routes in their B787 fleet. I think they thoroughly deserve success & I`d be more than happy to use them.

[@oiyouoverhere1112]

Can't be that bad, at least you survived the trip to be able to upload your experience.

[@suegermaine5730]

Confused I thought you said they did not serve food. So how did you get that food?

[@markjenkin2466]

London looks great this time of the year Christmas lights everywhere also Hyde park winter wonderland very good for content but a bit pricey

[@dazlebluefrogify]

London is a sh-thole of a place like Paris in France i don't go to iether now full of tourists and refugees😅😅

[@itsmephil2255]

Good to see you back in the UK guys If only you had posted pics of yourself on Instagram 😂😂😂😂 Hope you have a great time here

[@melissamurray1712]

Have you thought about getting a credit card that links to airline miles? I have a Virgin Atlantic credit card in the UK, which links to accruing miles that you can use for flights. I know that they have similar in the USA.

[@alansmithee8831]

Hello Cara and Jeremy. You did this so others might not have to? You survived! Welcome back to UK. I took a cheap flight from Gatwick to Alicante. It all went OK, except the first attempt to land missed the runway. Also the train from Yorkshire to London filled with Millwall fans in Peterborough, so I remained silent in case they mistook me for a Leeds fan. I do not imagi e you having this experience, but you might enjoy watching England v USA women this weekend?

[@Rik77]

I don’t know what domestic airlines are like in the us, but Norse is very similar to any low cost airline flying within europe. So I expect Europeans are used to this style of basic flying, just not for 10 hours. It’s like getting a bus I suppose. And Gatwick has a lot of very low cost airlines.

[@littlejohnuk]

I love the colour of your glasses - much nicer than that nasty looking blue bin checker. It would be better to order stuff from the menu .

[@suegermaine5730]

I cannot see any photos on Instagram how long ago were you here in UK please.

[@alexanderevanska4274]

Always take your sandwiches, chips/crisps etc . Your soft drinks water etc. I alway fly Jet2 short haul all over Europe. You can buy food on board but you save a fortune bringing your own on top of the cheap flights. And they don't charge on luggage 22k or under and no charge on cabin luggage. No hidden nasty charges. Oh and good service.

[@rosewardale159]

Arh welcome back to uk guys, youre both looking great, Cara lovin your new hair style n colour😊 We always book cheap flights and yep most always offer extras at a cost, we never pay more for short haul flights, but long haul I understand why you did. We mostly always fly into Gatwick and when leaving we hit M&S in airport for our meal deals and Greggs for supplies for when we arrive back into Spain. Wouldnt pay any 30dollars per meal, you can buy 2 meals each for much less and include a supply of Greggs sausage rolls and doughnuts for on way back home🤣 Enjoy your holidays enjoy UK xmas lights markets etc, im a little jealous haha xxx

[@hellfiregrowler]

Perfectly fine if your expectations are realistic and modest. I suppose as long as you don’t pay Norse prices and expect Emirates service!

[@agentbananauk]

I always fly long haul with these budget airlines if it's cheaper. 10kg is pretty generous for the one bag excl personal item. Often it 7kg for all of your bags, some it's even 5kg. With the money saved you can always buy things and wear your thick stuff for the journey. But yes it's stressful.

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

Seen plenty of reviews of this airline where everything went as expected. Can't beat them on price....

[@pv-mm2or]

I find that at altitude I lose my sense of taste all air travel food tastes the same to me!

[@Aoife24601]

Good Luck..😮. nice to.see you comimg here again, Gatwick.is just fine,.much smaller than Heathrow. 😂 Love your hair colour Really suits you. 😅

[@NickHobbs]

I hope someone mentioned your hair? It looks amazing! You look superb!

[@Francis-xl2gu]

Been 20 years since i last flew, can i ask does one have to state their weight when booking a flight ?? Random question really, looking forward to showing us your trip

[@ajmell7]

I follow you on Instagram but the most recent post I see is from last March. Do you have two different accounts?

[@wozzablog]

Just checked too - and yup, March.

[@Tch5802]

Just got back from a business trip to Bath. Boggles my mind that anyone goes there for tourism in winter.

[@LillyMcNealWhite]

Pretty sure Ryanair is worse. Their seats don't even recline and you're definitely paying for everything onboard. I tried Norse when i came to the UK from lax may 2024 my biggest complaint was in the middle bulkhead seats people crawling over you to get to the bathroom was extremely frustrating. Staff were very sweet all said goodbye to me after we disembarked. (My knee was broken and they checked on me throughout the flight) $610 one way. Traditional carrier's at least $1k Flew back to lax in August and this time i did premium class honestly i could slide my feet all the way under the seat and the recliner though not full recline is amazing especially compared to traditional carriers. This was $620 at least $1k one way when i checked Google flights free headphones two meals unlimited drinks including alcohol premium checkin and Gatwick fast track was only £6 Back to the UK from lax and again premium staff remembered me from previous flight. $600. Free headphones Two meals and unlimited drinks including alcohol premium check-in and TSA precheck Middle row in premium usually has quite a few free seats so you can normally get at least an aisle and middle free. Both times I've done premium I had a window and free aisle. My other complaint is that they're seasonal and only operate between lax and Europe between may and November. I definitely recommend Norse if i had to I'd fly from London or Paris to Vegas and then fly to lax the prices are definitely worth the slighty limited service.

[@PaulWilday]

Welcome home

[@sandrapearson728]

Interesting video. Enjoy Bath.

[@suegermaine5730]

Confused I thought you said they did not serve food. So how did you get that food? Gatwick is far better than Heathrow because it’s smaller it’s quicker. I much prefer to fly in and out from Gatwick but I may be bias as Gatwick is near to where I live. Where is your dog? Anyway hope you enjoyed your trip.

[@mkj9374]

Hope you enjoy Bath. I am a close neighbour to there and love it. Love your content.

[@worldhello1234]

@5:04 Imagine not being able to remove the sim card and having big tech constantly surveilling you instead of "conveniently" being monitored via e-sim. That's nice. 😜 🤗

[@Phiyedough]

I have never reclined the seat on a flight and would be willing to pay extra for a flight with fixed back seats. It makes my blood boil when the passenger in front robs me of part of my space.

[@davecooper5128]

I put my hand up to push back, if I lose that then I get in and out of chair which is impossible with the front reclined and on a long haul I ask crew to insist that peeps but chairs up during food service

[@archereegmb8032]

I just wanted to say that stardom agrees with you. You're both looking more fresh, and youthful. 😊

[@paulmoore4223]

Welcome back ❤

[@garethjones6082]

The way they fill the plane is a mathematical solution to most efficient way to fill a plane..........unfortunatley humans are unpredictable.

[@john_smith1471]

No video about how they travelled from Gatwick to Bath.

[@citizenpb]

For the trip back just get yourself down sainsbury or morrisons and grab some multi-packs of sausage rolls, pork pies, scotch eggs and monster munch. Cheaper, tastier and probably more nutritious than the airline nosh.

[@annfrancoole34]

Got to say hating your new hair colour it's much to dark, lighter colour suits you so much better.

[@alantonkinson7676]

How long are you in Bath for, we could meet up to say hi

[@bobcharles2683]

It is what it is, pay less get less, the Ryan Air of the Atlantic. If you do your research first there shouldn't be any complaints from anyone. I suspect most complaints come from people who pay much more on other airlines then expect the same level of service from a budget operation..