Dennis, as always thank you for the straight-up, no bias review...love that you say what you want/mean without malice but with critical and genuine honesty. As a frequent flyer your vids/opinion/reviews sway me more than any other. Keep up the good work :)
I think you're being very diplomatic! Being the only one in business class you should have got a lot of attention. The food certainly looked good; shame it failed to live up to those looks.
Last time I was alone in First Class, they gave me a WHOLE freaking bottle and the ENTIRE bread basket. I just wrapped & packed them in my bag and lied to customs xD
I'm very glad you chose to upload this video, regardless of the subpar nature of this flight. It's so interesting to see the mundane, along with the extraordinarily luxurious experiences.
One of your shortest reviews yet , and enjoyable as always. Your diplomacy & tact are stellar. Going by this, I think short haul trips are probably best travelled in economy. Happy travels!
Great review. Even though it was a pretty lacklustre flight, you did get some great footage of all the planes on the tarmac. 💪 Enjoy your next flight! Cheers.
Hi Dennis as always a really great review, fantastic production and delivery always on point with key information. Keep up the good work! Great Job ✈️👍👌🏼
zoltan902 unfortunately that is business class in Europe almost every local airline has the same empty middle seat in a row of economy seats. The plus is that you can use a lounge if there is one.
Thanks, yeah would love to fly the new ones. Hopefully next year! I did finally send the Cathay First Class video off to be edited today so hopefully that will be ready in the next week or so.
I would have waited till all elements were rebranded before making it official. It's funny that they rebranded the plane but not the snacks. Highly doubt the average business class passenger would eat all that.
The 737 classic excellent aircraft. I flew on domestic LAN from Beuno Aires to Cordoba on the classic and it was very old but well maintained. My ex colleague flew them in US for US Air before Cx A333 and he swears by them
Plane ain’t to old I flew a 28 year old Lufthansa 320 few weeks ago 👀 that was just after flying a brand new one. Still pretty old plane but after flying that plane any plane under 20 seems brand new 😂
Hi Dennis - I flew with their newest aircraft (B737Max) from PMO to MXP 3 weeks ago in Business. Service was very similar to your experience. Very friendly crew thou. They said they serve complimentary food and drinks also in Economy... So maybe they're not so low cost? Thanks for the great videos. Always enjoy your style of reviews.
Since QA bought a big chunk of shares in AI, people are hoping their service level are comparable to QR flights. I would love to see what is their upcoming business focus. Great compact review as always!!
Is it me or has the editing and shooting improved lately? The panning shots and the "GoPro-coffee" were great. It's fairly shocking that that business class basically looks like a Ryanair seat with a little more leg room.
The following are in editing at the moment: Cathay first class, Korean Air 747 business, Korean Air A330 business, Austrian A320 business and Lufthansa A320 business. Next flight is Jetstar 787 in economy.
Wonderful job as always Dennis, I'm curious whether your takeaway would have been different if you had been able to fly on one of their new 737 MAXs or one of their A330s pulled from Qatar or would that not change anything in your opinion ?
I think the review would have been different definitely. That's part of the issue with so many airlines - the massive variance in the product offering. Yet they all seem to have no issue only marketing their best product.
The inconsistencies in Air Italy product are due to the restructuring they are undergoing right now. Unfortunately, the J product as shown in this video is extremely underwhelming, but hopefully thinks will change for the better with QR planes and training. As I write, they have already switched their longest 737 route (Dakar Dss-mxp) to a 738Max. Possibly Cairo and Moscow are next.
The only in flight entertainment is reading not that's sad, I remember when even long range flights the only in flight entertainment was to take a book or talk to you fellow passengers.
Hey Dennis , What search engine do you use to book/pick your flights ? Do you not get to see the aircraft they will be using before you book? Could you do s video going into detail of what it is exactly you do ,how you book your flights and if/how/when you use/redeem points??
I work for and help run the family travel and tour business so all my flights are booked through work. They are booked on the basis of where I need to be and when. In the system we can see the aircraft type used on a route and were there are multiple options on a particular route I will choose based on what airline and aircraft I want to review for the channel. However none of the systems show how old the aircraft is - only the model type. So for example on an Emirates route that has 777's this could be a brand new one with the new seats/product or a very old one with far inferior products - sadly the system can't tell you this in advance because it depends on airline aircraft allocations. I'm not the best person to do one of the how to book & use points videos because most of my flights are work flights - in terms of FF points I am a Qantas Platinum/OneWorld Emerald member so redeem my points through them. cheers D
Thanks for the detailed reply! You seem to have the most honest reviews on UA-cam, I’m thinking of starting my own review channel in a loose silly way like seeing how long it takes each airlineto cut me off from alcohol lol
I have flown Meridiana quite a bit - very bare bones isn't it. I flew them business once but felt so guilty as also only one in biz class I then went economy ion future flights. I also had a pile of food as I think they gave me all the biz class stock on one plate. Best bit is I wanted sparkling wine so they opened a whole bottle, even though I was only passenger. Only had a few glasses! Wouldn't choose them if I didn't have to.
Have you ever flown or plan to try China Airlines via Taipei in Taiwan? Their A350's look amazing! Trying them in October, London to Sydney, but unfortunately could only run to Premium Economy. 😢 Half the price of Qantas and Singapore Airlines. Only downside they are banned from flying to Europe over Chinese airspace and adds around 2 hours onto flight turning the LGW-TPE flight into nearly 14 hours into the air! 😱 Will be my first time down under, can't wait! 😃
BTW another nice review. Can imagine you felt a little cheated as all the PR around Air Italy you’d think they only fly the 737Max. Feels like Qatar are doing an ‘Etihad’ experiment and we all know where that’s ending up...
Low cost or not they should at least offer iPad in business class for passengers. Fiji Airways gives iPad to business class passengers in planes that do not have seatback IFE
I've got a review of the Egypt Air Lounge coming up on an Austrian Airlines video in a few weeks. I tend to add lounge reviews to my flight reviews but never do airport reviews because I don't want to attract attention of security which is very tight at all airports. The new terminals at Cairo are pretty good.
Dennis missed an amazing opportunity to build a pillow fort in the sky.
WashuOtaku he could’ve had a pillow top bed, literally.
This might be the sadest business class review ever hahahaha daaamn man, no gin and tonic??
Dennis, as always thank you for the straight-up, no bias review...love that you say what you want/mean without malice but with critical and genuine honesty. As a frequent flyer your vids/opinion/reviews sway me more than any other. Keep up the good work :)
No gin and tonic, I would have stopped the video right there!
I was in shock!!
@@DennisBunnikTravels lol
Your travel vids are always to the point and informative and interesting without the boring fillers of taxiiing, self absorbed chatter.
I think you're being very diplomatic! Being the only one in business class you should have got a lot of attention. The food certainly looked good; shame it failed to live up to those looks.
Last time I was alone in First Class, they gave me a WHOLE freaking bottle and the ENTIRE bread basket. I just wrapped & packed them in my bag and lied to customs xD
Makes my day seeing a ”new” tag next to one of your videos - great one as always, Dennis! Take care :)
What a shocker!
Love the reviews Dennis
Wow....ashtrays! That’s old! Another great video!! Thanks!
Quality over quantity! Your videos are so much easier to watch then those 20+ minute ones
I'm very glad you chose to upload this video, regardless of the subpar nature of this flight. It's so interesting to see the mundane, along with the extraordinarily luxurious experiences.
I have only heard bad reviews about the 'new Air Italy', especially the food & service on their new long-hauls. So good for it been QR standards.
Eeyyy, nice to see some new airlines!
Cairo from the sky is breathtaking!!
I love your reviews, Dennis!
Thanks Jack, really appreciate the support.
Keep up the great work Dennis your video on Qatar's A350 economy class was very useful for me thanks!!!!
Thanks, really appreciate your support. cheers D
Didn’t even start watching the video, I already hit like
My cat, who’s name is Kairo, kept looking around each time you said Cairo haha
“Cloud juice” LOL, I’ll have to remember that one... where I’m from we call it “council juice” or “peasant pop”.
Paul's Trip Reports you must be from bum fuck idaho :)
@@likeasambud9817 He's British.
I think it's the first airline that you do not recommend haha and I've watched your videos for about 2 years already!! Happy travel!
One of your shortest reviews yet , and enjoyable as always. Your diplomacy & tact are stellar. Going by this, I think short haul trips are probably best travelled in economy. Happy travels!
Thanks, and yes definitely.
Great review. Even though it was a pretty lacklustre flight, you did get some great footage of all the planes on the tarmac. 💪 Enjoy your next flight! Cheers.
Yessss. Another terrific vid, keep up the amazing work
Hi Dennis as always a really great review, fantastic production and delivery always on point with key information. Keep up the good work! Great Job ✈️👍👌🏼
Thanks! really appreciate it.
Hi Dennis I just wanted to say that I loved the editing on this video, keep up the good work 👍🏻
Great review as always
Been watching your Air NZ review of premium economy a few times.
Heading to Adelaide from Auckland next month.
Fantastic review as always
Great video 👍👍
They get away with marketing that as 'business class'???
zoltan902 unfortunately that is business class in Europe almost every local airline has the same empty middle seat in a row of economy seats. The plus is that you can use a lounge if there is one.
As bad as Scoot
I just flew Scoot. It's fine if you stick to economy, but biz class looks like a rip off.
Hey dennis great video keep up the great work
I always look forward to your videos.
Another great video - keep up the great work :)
Looking forward most to your review of SIA suites 😀
Thanks, yeah would love to fly the new ones. Hopefully next year! I did finally send the Cathay First Class video off to be edited today so hopefully that will be ready in the next week or so.
Dennis i have no idea how u keep the standard of yoir videos this high so make sure u keep up the great work
Nice video, thank you for sharing
Another great review Dennis!
The only reason why I would actually be interested in watching an "Air Italy" flight review is because it's on Dennis' channel ; - )
I would have waited till all elements were rebranded before making it official. It's funny that they rebranded the plane but not the snacks. Highly doubt the average business class passenger would eat all that.
Thanks Dennis.
Looks like a huge let down for a business class product.
Cloud juice....liked that one....my Dad used to call it corporation pop. Great video as always..thanks
Never really flown on air Italy, but I'd love to try one day
The 737 classic excellent aircraft. I flew on domestic LAN from Beuno Aires to Cordoba on the classic and it was very old but well maintained. My ex colleague flew them in US for US Air before Cx A333 and he swears by them
Excellent video as always! You have earned my support as a subscriber! Keep up the excellent and professional video!
Thanks, really appreciate it.
Plane ain’t to old I flew a 28 year old Lufthansa 320 few weeks ago 👀 that was just after flying a brand new one.
Still pretty old plane but after flying that plane any plane under 20 seems brand new 😂
I am from italy and tomorrow I am flying cathay pacific business class. Btw great video as always, keep it up!
Everything looks pretty good.
Hi Dennis - I flew with their newest aircraft (B737Max) from PMO to MXP 3 weeks ago in Business. Service was very similar to your experience. Very friendly crew thou. They said they serve complimentary food and drinks also in Economy... So maybe they're not so low cost? Thanks for the great videos. Always enjoy your style of reviews.
jimmyair hybrid llc
Great video
That was rough! Poor Dennis.
At least the Aircraft has lasted so long. Shame the same thing can't be said about Australia's 5 Prime Ministers in 5 years! 😂😂😂
Election Day Today lmao
I love you Dennis amazing video as always
Thanks Priya! :)
Since QA bought a big chunk of shares in AI, people are hoping their service level are comparable to QR flights. I would love to see what is their upcoming business focus. Great compact review as always!!
Where’s the warm nuts at?!?!? I would have gotten off the plane right then😜
I daw that aircraft after landing at Venice Airport a few weeks ago.
Another great video. I’m not sure if you’ve heard but we have a new Australian PM.
Is it me or has the editing and shooting improved lately? The panning shots and the "GoPro-coffee" were great.
It's fairly shocking that that business class basically looks like a Ryanair seat with a little more leg room.
CLOUD JUICE HELL YEA
When I saw that this video was only 4 1/2 minutes long I gathered Air Italy wasn't much chop. :)
Great video, good job! Will you be flying on the new Singapore Airlines 787-10 dreamliner in economy anytime soon?
I am hoping to incorporate it into one of my trips next year.
What's your next Review? Thanks!
The following are in editing at the moment: Cathay first class, Korean Air 747 business, Korean Air A330 business, Austrian A320 business and Lufthansa A320 business. Next flight is Jetstar 787 in economy.
DennisBunnik Travels
That's a lot of reviews! Thanks again!
That looks rough. Wonder what if the service differs at all on newer aircraft?
Wonderful job as always Dennis, I'm curious whether your takeaway would have been different if you had been able to fly on one of their new 737 MAXs or one of their A330s pulled from Qatar or would that not change anything in your opinion ?
I think the review would have been different definitely. That's part of the issue with so many airlines - the massive variance in the product offering. Yet they all seem to have no issue only marketing their best product.
The inconsistencies in Air Italy product are due to the restructuring they are undergoing right now. Unfortunately, the J product as shown in this video is extremely underwhelming, but hopefully thinks will change for the better with QR planes and training.
As I write, they have already switched their longest 737 route (Dakar Dss-mxp) to a 738Max.
Possibly Cairo and Moscow are next.
The only in flight entertainment is reading not that's sad, I remember when even long range flights the only in flight entertainment was to take a book or talk to you fellow passengers.
Hey Dennis ,
What search engine do you use to book/pick your flights ?
Do you not get to see the aircraft they will be using before you book?
Could you do s video going into detail of what it is exactly you do ,how you book your flights and if/how/when you use/redeem points??
I work for and help run the family travel and tour business so all my flights are booked through work. They are booked on the basis of where I need to be and when. In the system we can see the aircraft type used on a route and were there are multiple options on a particular route I will choose based on what airline and aircraft I want to review for the channel. However none of the systems show how old the aircraft is - only the model type. So for example on an Emirates route that has 777's this could be a brand new one with the new seats/product or a very old one with far inferior products - sadly the system can't tell you this in advance because it depends on airline aircraft allocations. I'm not the best person to do one of the how to book & use points videos because most of my flights are work flights - in terms of FF points I am a Qantas Platinum/OneWorld Emerald member so redeem my points through them. cheers D
Thanks for the detailed reply!
You seem to have the most honest reviews on UA-cam,
I’m thinking of starting my own review channel in a loose silly way like seeing how long it takes each airlineto cut me off from alcohol lol
I would be very upset if I paid for business and received that!
Skimpy is an understatement. They should have SHOWERED the guy in service, but they're Italian, so......
Do you feel is it worth it to fly business class when you get economy seat even though the middle seat is blocked?
Since this was a low cost flight. I think the service and food was to be expected.
Cloud Juice 🤣🤣🤣👍🏽👍🏽
Yikes that was a depressing flight!!!
I have flown Meridiana quite a bit - very bare bones isn't it. I flew them business once but felt so guilty as also only one in biz class I then went economy ion future flights. I also had a pile of food as I think they gave me all the biz class stock on one plate. Best bit is I wanted sparkling wine so they opened a whole bottle, even though I was only passenger. Only had a few glasses! Wouldn't choose them if I didn't have to.
Hi Dennis, what do you do on flights like this with no entertainment? What do you bring in your traveling case to make sure you’re not too bored?
Not too much of a problem - I always bring something to read or just listen to music.
Thanks for the warning. Looks like you were served the entire Business Class allocation of food.
I imagine Qatar needs to do a lot of work on this airline. Last time I saw ash trays in the plane was I think when I was 13, that’s crazy.
Have you ever flown or plan to try China Airlines via Taipei in Taiwan?
Their A350's look amazing!
Trying them in October, London to Sydney, but unfortunately could only run to Premium Economy. 😢
Half the price of Qantas and Singapore Airlines.
Only downside they are banned from flying to Europe over Chinese airspace and adds around 2 hours onto flight turning the LGW-TPE flight into nearly 14 hours into the air! 😱
Will be my first time down under, can't wait! 😃
But did they provide PJs?
Can you fly thai royal silk class.
Did you get warm nuts?
that lounge
I read you should never drink the water on a plane. True?
17A?
sorry was 4A - now corrected. Thanks for the heads up.
BTW another nice review. Can imagine you felt a little cheated as all the PR around Air Italy you’d think they only fly the 737Max. Feels like Qatar are doing an ‘Etihad’ experiment and we all know where that’s ending up...
Great vid Dennis, shame about the old aircraft, definitely not up to Qatar standards!
Low cost or not they should at least offer iPad in business class for passengers. Fiji Airways gives iPad to business class passengers in planes that do not have seatback IFE
Ouch! wonder what economy would look like.
That food looked like something from a Gas Station.
So what you're saying is that the aircraft is as bad as a US legacy carrier, but the crew were better by not being actively hostile? Got it.
Isn’t Cairo a dangerous place??
No, Egypt is an amazing place with great people. Best done on an organised tour with an Egyptologist who can bring the ancient stones to life.
DennisBunnik Travels oooo cooool
Can you do a review of cairo airport please
I've got a review of the Egypt Air Lounge coming up on an Austrian Airlines video in a few weeks. I tend to add lounge reviews to my flight reviews but never do airport reviews because I don't want to attract attention of security which is very tight at all airports. The new terminals at Cairo are pretty good.
@@DennisBunnikTravels thats good and i love your videos cant wait until you upload that review
Bus nines like a economy basically
Did someone else notice the guy in the background 0:29
ashtrays on armrests???!!! holy shit I haven't seen that since... since.. I don't know when but it was so long ago.
RIP Air Italy
Air Italy always seem get bad reviews and I'm not surprised from what I've seen. They can only get better surely.
Aircraft from 1999 is not that old, say something when you fly dc-10 or 707.
You were very kind to Air Italy, it looked awful
please review garuda
Check el al airlines
Gin seems a basic! But perhaps for Italians it is less popular?
Hey dennis how was your flight with air italy good i hope great video my friend no gin omg
No liquorich all-sorts in the lounge!!
Hi!
No gnt but a sliced roast ham platter
Try air canada 787
AirItaly it’s not a low cost, it’s a “major” Airlines, relaively speaking