USA to MANILA 15 Hour Flight 1st Time in Philippines! Polaris Business Class Upgrade

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  • Опубліковано 1 лют 2025

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  • @bigdreamsphilippines
    @bigdreamsphilippines 3 місяці тому +2

    Barefoot 🦶 you made it to Philippines 🇵🇭 🇵🇭 🇵🇭!!!! Awesome 👏 The Filipino people are the best and so much kindness ! I hope 🤞 you understand now why I love ❤️ it there so much ! I will binge watch all your vids ! 😊

  • @PinayFuzzions
    @PinayFuzzions 3 місяці тому +2

    Awesome, welcome to the Philippines! Just coming back from Philippines a couple of weeks ago. Polaris is similar to Delta One, really comfortable seats. Aloha from Hawaii

  • @jolene54
    @jolene54 4 місяці тому +4

    Wow! Incredible! You're back across the Pacific and flying in style 😎 Looking forward to the Philippines 🇵🇭 vlogs!

  • @Vaporvice84
    @Vaporvice84 4 місяці тому +4

    Every time I feel like we haven't heard from ya, you give us a brand new place to visit. Guess my assumption in the last video about you taking the channel international was right on the money, lol. Can't wait to see more. Have a great time Terry!!

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +3

      Vaporvice the Magnificent! Onward and Upward brother, thanks

  • @conniemoore3051
    @conniemoore3051 4 місяці тому +2

    Cheers Terry, you travel just the way I like to travel, enjoy every moment and savor the experiences!

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +1

      Life's all about the experiences. Thanks Connie!

  • @styxfan4022
    @styxfan4022 4 місяці тому +1

    Wooooo! Gonna be a Thrilla in Manila. I am excited for you and thanks for bringing us along. On a side note, Airline food quality has certainly come along way from what it used to be.

  • @mikev7421
    @mikev7421 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video..is this from recent travels or was this recorded when you went to Thailand? love the content as always..I always love your banter with strangers too..everyone is scared to talk to one another nowadays so refreshing to see in your videos...keep up the great work!

  • @benspurgeon6273
    @benspurgeon6273 4 місяці тому

    Premium Economy!!!! Wow I have been blown away. I’ve flown first class many times domestically and your premium economy makes those first class seats like the peasant seats. Have fun and be safe my friend. I’m waiting for the next video.

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому

      @@benspurgeon6273 Haha thanks brother! It was actually Polaris which is like an upgraded business class they put me in for some reason. I was able to get some pretty good sleep!

  • @pures1n
    @pures1n 4 місяці тому

    Sweeet! Hell yeah I flew Polaris business to Tokyo a few months ago! Changes travel completely !! You wake up refreshed in a new country with virtually no jet lag. I just flew Asiana Business last week to Seoul, fun stuff. :)

  • @oochiepeter
    @oochiepeter 4 місяці тому +2

    Kumusta Terry! wow, you're in Pinas! (Philippines short-slang name) That's an impressive business class! It's fun watching you checking out what 'freebies' are included...hahaha, I love the menu & whatever choice you had for dinner. it's like having dinner at a 5-star restaurant! I used to visit there yearly when my mom was still with us (rip ma) the airport is really confusing finding 'where's the exit here???' hahaha! Be wary though playing with your camera/phone/go-pro gadgets esp where it's a busy area (saw you were showing the jeepneys) you just can't tell... looking fwd to your other videos esp to other islands. Boracay, Bohol, Cebu, Palawan, Ilocos, Bataan, etc etc... it's nicer when you're farther away from the city (Manila) also try some good food out there! Cheers, Barefoot!!!

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +1

      Thank you my friends! The people have been wonderful and the history in Manila is very interesting. Stay tuned! Cheers!

  • @1lonebird
    @1lonebird 4 місяці тому +1

    I’m so happy that you got the upgrade. Thanks for showing us how the rich folks live. I’ll dream of that the next time I’m on a Spirit flight. 😊

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +1

      I'll be dreaming of it on my next flight too, Reese. Thanks!

  • @kikoyyoutubetv8206
    @kikoyyoutubetv8206 3 місяці тому +1

    Have a safe flight sir watching from Canada 🇨🇦 orig from Bohol Philippines 🇵🇭

  • @michaelbell6350
    @michaelbell6350 4 місяці тому +3

    Hi friend cannot wait to hear your exploits!! 🇵🇭 Cheers!!

  • @arwenmegan
    @arwenmegan 4 місяці тому +4

    This trip will be an amazing adventure, and I can’t wait to see what you experienced.

  • @WilliamAlino-w6l
    @WilliamAlino-w6l 4 місяці тому +1

    Tnx for visiting the phippines, my man.

  • @KateSSummers
    @KateSSummers 4 місяці тому +2

    If you are back in San Fransico you should check out Sam Wo which is like Wo Hop resturant 😅

  • @WilliamFluery
    @WilliamFluery 3 місяці тому +1

    Everytime I hear “San Francisco” I think…”🎶Rice-a-Roni the San Francisco Treat🎶” You did not disappoint but I would have preferred you sing the jingle. I am always thrilled when I get bumped to DeltaOne® from Atlanta to Seoul. Seared beef short ribs….excellent choice.

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  3 місяці тому +1

      Hopefully this won't be the last time I get bumped! Economy's gonna be even harder now

  • @joanike1902
    @joanike1902 4 місяці тому +4

    Thanks for visiting the real Manila and not just BGC like the other You tubers.

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +1

      I much prefer it in the real Manila. The people are priceless. Thank you!

  • @Crazydragonman
    @Crazydragonman 4 місяці тому +1

    nice one Terry...enjoy ,is that a gopro I see? back to gopro?

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому

      lol yeah it was just because my other cameras were packed away.

  • @JohnMason-q1g
    @JohnMason-q1g 4 місяці тому

    Let the adventure begin !!!!

  • @UncleTrapperMedia
    @UncleTrapperMedia 4 місяці тому +3

    Thats a sick upgrade for that length of flight. Best I've had so far is a whole row to myself in premium economy on united from Vancouver to San Fran. didn't have the same luck to Cancun from SFO
    What lenes are you using on your pocket 3?

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +2

      I actually used a gopro wide angle lens attachment, which explains the fish eye look. It was a little too dark but my pocket 3 was safely packed away until landing.

  • @EdnaBuelo
    @EdnaBuelo 4 місяці тому

    Im new subscriber... welcome to the Philippines...enjoy and keep safe

  • @joes2883
    @joes2883 4 місяці тому +2

    Safe travels

  • @ldo96
    @ldo96 4 місяці тому

    Good trip report!

  • @hotigrl
    @hotigrl 4 місяці тому +3

    wow. 15 hours just seems like a long time to be on a plane. Thank you for doing it, and allowing us to see. You're awesome!

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому

      Don't forget the 6 hours to get to San Fran lol. Thanks Bob

  • @alfonsoedmonds6164
    @alfonsoedmonds6164 4 місяці тому

    Amazing video
    My family and I enjoyed it
    The plane and food/🍨 looks good... Just be safe
    My family and I will be praying for you.... 🙏 🤲

  • @mikegale9375
    @mikegale9375 4 місяці тому

    That’s the only way to Travel Terry enjoy your Trip onward and upward Buddy

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому

      Thanks Mike and Helen! Yes, but coach will be rough from now on lol. Onward and Upward brother

  • @EpicThe112
    @EpicThe112 4 місяці тому

    Nice trip so far and for UA staff in EWR Terminal C they call UA189 as the 8:15pm departure to MNL via SFO. Cons of your flight if you start in EWR it's going to gain +2 from the EWR Terminal C departure that's why EWR-MNL passengers take either UA79 to NH819 or SQ21/918 because you gain +1 day from EWR Terminal C departure. Basically your SFO-MNL flight on UA is designed to compete with two Philippine Airlines flights PR127 JFK-MNL and PR105 SFO-MNL since the plane can start in EWR Terminal C

  • @lazaroabianda3357
    @lazaroabianda3357 3 місяці тому

    Hellooooo barefoot my favorate bloger,,, welcome in the philippines.,,,,

  • @carlospagan4032
    @carlospagan4032 4 місяці тому +3

    Stay safe my brother 🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @AnthonyHologounis96
    @AnthonyHologounis96 4 місяці тому +3

    That’s so much fun

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +2

      Economy will be hard to go back to. Thanks brother and have a Happy Birthday!

    • @AnthonyHologounis96
      @AnthonyHologounis96 4 місяці тому

      @@BarefootVlogger Thanks you to

  • @JaybeeSanceja
    @JaybeeSanceja 4 місяці тому

    Welcome to the Philippines sir!!! We maybe living in a 3rd world country but the People (Filipinos) and their hospitality are the reasons are foreigners and expats are keep coming back here.Enjoy your stay in the Philippines!! MABUHAY KA !!! 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

  • @faustinofabro3408
    @faustinofabro3408 4 місяці тому

    I’m a new subscriber to your channel just for saying thank you for including my mother lang Philippines to your vlog…..SIR WELCOME TONTHE PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭 ITS MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭 ENJOY YOUR VACATION WITH US……BE SAFE ❤️🇵🇭❤️🇺🇸🇵🇭❤️🇺🇸🇵🇭❤️🇺🇸🇵🇭❤️

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому

      Thank you and please give my best to your mom!🙏

  • @RowiejayCorpuz
    @RowiejayCorpuz 17 днів тому +1

    You got nice and delicious foods on airplane

  • @cheddar2648
    @cheddar2648 4 місяці тому

    I enjoyed Manila when I visited aboard a Big Gray Ship (tm). Be sure to visit the WW2 National Cemetery. It's impressive. Have a ball, friend.

  • @coolfeet77
    @coolfeet77 4 місяці тому

    Yup, burrata is a much better appetizer. Just love to have that with cherry tomatoes, glazed balsamic vinegar, and ciabatta. Yummy!

  • @batchboy999
    @batchboy999 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for taking us along sir! May I ask? How much for this United Polaris? How can I select such on Hopper app? My budget barely manages economy on PAL. At 75 age I sure would like that comfort you got there.

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому

      I'm not sure but it's a big jump up. I was fortunate that they upgraded me randomly.

  • @steelcitytv
    @steelcitytv 4 місяці тому +4

    I don't care what class you fly i don't care that long flight is not worth it i took the san francisco to manila just two weeks ago not even and i will say i will definitely stop and hawaii or guam to break that flight up next time

  • @neilcharles2520
    @neilcharles2520 16 днів тому

    I flew United Polaris a few times to Europe,not empress at all...did you use miles?Because Philippines Airlines fare is much cheaper in Business class....older planes/seating but i heard the service is better...

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  16 днів тому

      Nope, just got upgraded randomly. They do that sometimes

    • @neilcharles2520
      @neilcharles2520 16 днів тому

      @@BarefootVlogger Yes,i have been flying for over 55 years and use to get upgraded a lot,but because of back and leg injury and blood circulation,i have to fly business class on flights over 4 hours and can't depend on free upgrade...so it cost me a lot of $$ to fly now..a lot of people will book economy and wait until they offer first/.business class at a discounted rate,it's hit or miss...

  • @JYHEAT
    @JYHEAT 4 місяці тому

    Hi Terry, how were you able to upgrade? Was it offer for free or at a charge?

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +1

      Sometimes airlines will do it randomly if it's not sold out. I just got lucky

  • @EarthCamper
    @EarthCamper 4 місяці тому +1

    Wow....👍👍👍

  • @sunshinenyc007
    @sunshinenyc007 4 місяці тому

    Enjoy be safe ❤

  • @larry-jl4lo
    @larry-jl4lo 4 місяці тому +1

    Armel from Journey, grew up on the streets

  • @rpmcmurphy2348
    @rpmcmurphy2348 4 місяці тому +3

    Great start! Ending was very intriguing

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks Mac!

    • @rpmcmurphy2348
      @rpmcmurphy2348 4 місяці тому

      @BarefootVlogger some crazy baseball going on right! My buddy is a huge Braves fan....he left to go home, thinking it was in the bank! Holy cow! Congrats on the Mets!

  • @cheffy777
    @cheffy777 4 місяці тому

    Is it much of a price difference!? I have seen other bloggers do the trip from Thailand to USA in a similar cabin!

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому

      It's a huge price difference...like thousands.

  • @davidconley6267
    @davidconley6267 4 місяці тому +2

    Never ever be barefoot on an airplane. Make sure your socks and feet are the last thing you checked before heading to the airport. Your socks or theirs is fine. Watched a woman in Emirates business class use her feet on the IFE for 3 1/2 hours from Kuwait City to Dubai while her 2 children just ran wild everywhere and ignored the crew to get them to sit. 2-3-2 config. Worst ever business class flight in my life. Of course, out of only 15. Btw, was flying to Manila on that flight. Glad you had the experience and enjoyed.

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +2

      I thought you looked familiar! lol thanks David

  • @stevegiblin270
    @stevegiblin270 4 місяці тому

    You should have 🛑 stop over in Hawaii for 2 days and on the way back🇺🇸😎☘️

  • @tw25rw
    @tw25rw 4 місяці тому +1

    I remember a case of imposter syndrome the first time I was upgraded. I still had it after when I bought my own ticket. Then I realised most of the other people there were paid for by their employer, and the feeling went away. Flying economy feels extra shitty now though.

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +1

      I'm gonna have sardine syndrome next flight I'm on

    • @tw25rw
      @tw25rw 4 місяці тому +1

      @@BarefootVlogger I hope you collect Star Alliance ff points.

  • @MelanieMenciano
    @MelanieMenciano 3 місяці тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤ tkcr...

  • @user-side_shots
    @user-side_shots 4 місяці тому

    Hey Boss, what’s the name of the airline?

  • @Stolimel
    @Stolimel 3 місяці тому

    American Airlines that fly long hauls can’t compare to the Asian airlines. Even tho Polaris is the pinnacle for United it still lacks vs Eva, Ana, Japan airlines and Turkish air, imo. I’ve done the long haul on American and United and they were sub par compared to the other four in business class. The cleanliness, food and overall feeling of the plane is a lot to be desired not to mention and Turkish airlines club at the Istanbul airport is out of this world.

  • @maxiflorencechannel9119
    @maxiflorencechannel9119 2 місяці тому

    Perfect Travel you've Got it all ! your Personal needs .. its a long flights 15 hours Jesus its too long ..WEL COME SIR , MY COUNTRY

  • @jimcunningham61
    @jimcunningham61 3 місяці тому +1

    I booked premium last 2 trips to Philippines 🇵🇭 and got moved up to business , because they switched airplanes with no premium

  • @Brutushungwell
    @Brutushungwell Місяць тому +1

    Terminal 3

  • @KateSSummers
    @KateSSummers 4 місяці тому

    Does not look too bad in Economony Class😅

  • @LAbee333
    @LAbee333 4 місяці тому

    Hi terry long time no see! My fault because I've been studying Hebrew and Greek.... Because we are about to take a 15 and a 1/2 hour flight from L.A to athens with a one hour stop in Heathrow! Your video was a great help.We are flying virgin airlines. My very first international flight my first stamp on my Brand new passport!🛂🛃

  • @justsmy5677
    @justsmy5677 4 місяці тому

    I was not impressed with Polaris. I’ve flown it a few times from SFO to SIN.
    I really think I prefer the 777 non Polaris seats.
    But, can’t complain about the upgrade!
    I also miss the filet mignon United used to serve. The food has really gone downhill. It’s crazy, a business class ticket cost $6K+ and they can’t serve decent food. Most business class seats are purchased by people’s employers, so the price is not a huge factor. United should raise the ticket price $25 bucks and bring back the filet!
    Enjoy the PI.

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому

      I was ready for the economy plus, got myself a window bulkhead then they moved me to Polaris, so all I can compare it to is economy. And on this long a flight economy is pure torture.

    • @justsmy5677
      @justsmy5677 4 місяці тому

      @@BarefootVlogger Agree, economy is bad on long flights. The Polaris seats are arranged with every other row alternating with a seat close to the isle, next seat further from the isle. The seats further from the isle seem so much more private, without people walking down the isle bumping your shoulder and being able to see into your area so easy. It's easier to sleep further from the isle. I noticed they gave you a seat closer to the isle. But, can't complain about a free upgrade.

  • @mr.critic
    @mr.critic 4 місяці тому

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @Precy59
    @Precy59 3 місяці тому +1

    LÆKKERT DESSERT.YUMS

  • @عبدالرحمنسعيد-ث5ف
    @عبدالرحمنسعيد-ث5ف 4 місяці тому

    تحياتي

  • @lonestarintn9137
    @lonestarintn9137 4 місяці тому

    Need anyone to carry your bags? lol

  • @michelenorton2828
    @michelenorton2828 4 місяці тому

    Have a great trip 👻🥃😂🍜🧟

  • @kleerogers
    @kleerogers 4 місяці тому +6

    My wife is from the Philippines, I have not been for 18 years, we go to Thailand, Hua Hin. Thailand is 1st world in comparison to the Philippines, lovely people, horrible infrastructure and food, and way more expensive than Thailand, go figure. Have a great trip, the islands are beautiful, we loved Siquijor and Boracay

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +8

      If you haven't been here in 18 years, it's probably changed a lot. BGC and Newport City are examples of the development here.

    • @sfrealestatedealmaker6001
      @sfrealestatedealmaker6001 4 місяці тому +1

      Don’t forget to mention that everyone in the Philippines speaks English unlike the rest of the countries in South East Asia 🏆

    • @edninong4294
      @edninong4294 4 місяці тому +2

      @@kleerogers I am totally confused of what you're trying to say here, can you kindly elaborate more. Thanks

    • @JoeyZee-vs4kr
      @JoeyZee-vs4kr 4 місяці тому +4

      @@kleerogers if you see BGC, you'll say that Thailand is 3rd world. By the way, 18 years ago, BGC was just starting to rise. 😊

    • @steelcitytv
      @steelcitytv 4 місяці тому +1

      Thailand is only good for weed that's about it for me

  • @wheredawhitewomenat7186
    @wheredawhitewomenat7186 4 місяці тому +1

    You are a travel vlogger but you were asking if the seat fully reclines into a bed????

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +3

      News Flash: Travel Vloggers fly economy.

  • @random1883
    @random1883 4 місяці тому +2

    18:07 That's a lot of wheelchairs !

    • @BarefootVlogger
      @BarefootVlogger  4 місяці тому +1

      You have no idea

    • @justsmy5677
      @justsmy5677 4 місяці тому

      A lot of people are intimidated with navigating around a large international airport, so they request a wheelchair, so the guy pushing the chair can get them to the correct place and to the front of the line for security and immigration.
      It’s a bit of a scam.