Air France La Premiere First Class - Best Upgrade Ever!
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- Опубліковано 17 чер 2024
- Sometimes you just need to take the plunge and splurge - this was one of those occasions and it could not have turned out better.
I was scheduled to fly Air France Business Class from Paris to Singapore. An evening flight of some 12 and a half hours. But when I turned up at the airport I asked the question - is it possible to upgrade to first class and what would the cost be?
This question and the answer provided (yes it is possible) started what was to become one of my best flights ever and led to my most indulgent meal ever - in the air or on the ground.
Join me as I step through the doors into another world. A world of pure luxury and indulgence as I experience Air France La Premiere First Class from Paris to Singapore.
I knew little about Air France First Class before taking this flight other than knowing about their reputation for fine food. What I wasn’t expecting was the high degree of personalized service from the Air France team and the exclusivity of La Premiere First Class.
What what was it like and is Air France dining as good as they say it is? Join me as I fly Air France La Premiere First Class.
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00:00 Introduction
00:55 First Class Lounge
03:53 Boarding
05:20 Cheers!
05:37 Departure and Take Off
06:05 Cabin and Seat
07:46 Drink from the Bar
08:09 Amenities Kit
08:31 Entertainment System
09:16 Dinner
12:37 Dessert Feast
15:28 Bed Conversion
16:04 PJs
17:15 Morning Tea
17:45 Breakfast
18:48 Approach into Singapore
20:17 Arrival Service
21:36 The Menus
Dear Dennis, the way you enjoyed this flight and your humility taking it all, really moved me…. Having been a flight attendant myself, I know what it means to be proud of a product you represent and to see a passenger like you (customer who is paying your salary!) enjoy it to the fullest, must have been soooo rewarding for them! One of my favourite feel good reviews of all time ❤
Exactly. And thank you for your service. Trust me many of us really appreciate it. You definitely know the difference between those that really enjoy providing great service vs going though and I greatly have appreciated that. True professionals at what you do. Greatest respect.
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Thank you, that so nice xx
I'd echo John's words. There are many of us who both respect and admire the job CC do. It can be a thankless job at times I am sure but a good crew is always the make or break factor for me on every flight. There's a 2hr delay and I've either got no connection or Ops have sorted it then tbh I'm happy as Larry coz it means I just sit and relax in the lounge for longer. When that happens I don't board a flight with a chip on my shoulder as I know that the crew have nothing to do with said delay 99.9% of the time. If I'm met with an crew member who has a smile on their face & is happy to crack a joke or interact with me when time allows then I know I'm gonna have a great next few hours coz I'm surrounded by people who are both proud of what they do and care.
@@C2K777 This is exactly what I miss the most not being a flight attendant anymore. The interaction with people like you, all from different backgrounds, who get to share time together and make the most of it. Treat someone the way you would like to be treated, with respect, dignity, kindness, genuine interest sprinkled with a bit of humour….Voila, you have the perfect cocktail for an enjoyable, relaxed and happy flight. In case not everything goes as smooth as we would hope for due to unforeseen circumstances, the best way in my opinion to deal with the situation is to inform the passengers as well, complete and honest as you can. Together with patience it works wonders! Cheers and thank you for your kind words 🙏🏼
There’s nothing sweeter than being able to afford the luxury of traveling to different locations as enchanting and beautiful as this
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Dennis, thank you for the excellent video. You have taken us on a very special trip. Loved it! Greetings from the Netherlands🇾🇪😘
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La Premiere is the classiest looking first class I have seen, just uncluttered and clean. The curtain give so much sense of space as well.
I agree with you. Other First Class, despite how private they are, might feel claustrophobic for some.
@@annecy49oh no, let me exchange my economy seat with those claustrophobic first class passengers lmao
1700 Euros for the travel experience of a lifetime is the best bargain I've ever seen. 20 years from now, you won't remember the 1700 Euros, but you'll certainly remember this flight. It's also refreshing to see someone who genuinely appreciates the extra efforts made by others to make your trip memorable. I've never seen a 777 first class section with only 4 seats, it sounds like a dream.
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You showcased La Premiere in such a perfect way! Thanks for taking us along for your upgrade!! Your best video yet!
Thanks mate, this one was a joy to fly and a joy to create :) incredible experience
You two both sat in the same window seat, I watched you one after the other. I’m flying La Premiere CDG to Johannesburg next month, Ive been getting excited about everyone elses excitement. I can’t wait.
Dennis, I am not a commenter. I don't usually think my opinion is necessary. I just want you to know how much I appreciate your gratitude. Not just in this video but in most everything I have seen you do. As for the flight - You are an executive, with a successful company in the travel industry, which requires a great deal of travel. I am sure you work heard for whatever money you earn, and how you spend that is nobody's business except you and your family's. That being said, acknowledging the fact that not everybody can afford business class, much less an upgrade to La Premiere, shows that you have embraced gratitude as the powerful tool that it is. I have most everything I want and everything I need. I try very hard to focus on that, rather than the things I do not have. You and Jeb have shared your experiences with us with a joy that is almost infectious. I look forward to seeing what is next! On the practical side, I have learned some things that have helped me spend my money and miles to upgrade when I will get the most for my money. Rarely to first (Not much international for me and US domestic? well...), but most often to premium, and occasionally business. So my cyber-friend - Thank you. You entertain and educate. Can't ask for much more than that! Safe Travels!
Hi Dennis, as others have said: thank you for this video. It is really, really moving to me.
I think for most of us, the chances of us being able to travel in style like this is close to zero; we watch these videos to travel vicariously, to escape the reality. The way you went about taking us along, while being so humble about it, is just something so extraordinary and inspiring.
I know I speak for all the long-time viewers of yours when I say that I could not be happier for you to be able to enjoy such a well-deserving experience. Thank you for sharing this with us!
Thank you that is so nice to hear. Really appreciate the support.
Speak for yourself. I watch these videos so I know what to expect. Thanks for the videos Dennis, I’ll see you at a first class lounge. Be blessed
“I went with Bunnik Tours Red”😂. I hope the shade of red matched the Gawler Place HQ 😊
It's great to see people embracing doing their jobs to the fullest with pride in what they do
Top job again Mate, don’t feel guilty for providing what you do, you cover it all. You did Ryanair after all 🤪😂😂😂
I don't know how you managed to pack away all that food but every part of it, on the ground and in the air, looked superb. And clearly the staff looking after you love their jobs. Perfect.
As a frequent flyer myself, I think 'rewarding' yourself with a special indulgence once/year is a nice way to celebrate the best of flying. No apology needed mate! And I'm aware the work you've done for the travel industry around Oz. This is one upgrade you've well and truly earned. Well done for choosing the pigeon pie, don't think I've ever seen it appear in any flight review to date.
Thanks mate, really appreciate it, Yes very happy I went with the upgrade :)
Great content as usual Dennis, a huge thank you for yet again sacrificing your liver and getting sh*t-faced on your trip just so your viewers can enjoy the full first class experience. Your noble sacrifice will not go in vain. :)
My liver thanks your for your appreciation 😂
LOL I totally get it. Premium travel is about the only time I drink much anymore and hell yeah I'm going to. And eat all that food.
I flew Air France for the first time (and so far only time) last April from California through Paris to Pau to visit in-laws. My wife and I flew coach. The short leg can't really be judged but I can attest the transatlantic coach service is very good and personable, even on a fully seated plane. This was my first ever visit to France and France's flagship airline was a welcoming ambassador. I'm very much looking forward to flying Air France again.
Finally someone so respectful and dimming other peoples faces on the flight while u do ur work and film ur flight others enjoy their privacy. Cos not many do it and its such a disgrace to not respect others privacy in the air.
I've seen quite a few videos reviewing La Premiere, but this was by far the best. The choice of shots, the editing, the commentary and the music all came together beautifully. Well done!
Thank you, that means a lot
Agreed!
I really enjoyed this video Dennis . The level of service and quality of the catering was Manifique . You deserved every second of the upgrade after the past awful 3 years , and I’m happy to see you looking relaxed and it’s lovely to see we have the “ Dennis of old “ back again . My best wishes to you and your family .
Thanks mate, really appreciate it.
I was the only LP passenger last Sunday from London to Miami. What amazing service on the ground and the air. Treat yourself at least once in life.
Beautiful Video! I once went to a Women’s business conference as a VIP. Talking with one of the women I mentioned I flew first class there. Her response was, I never fly first class. Knowing the cost of the conference and the small fortune of stuff she was wearing to try and look rich, I thought why not. My secret is airline miles, and other special upgrade offers. To anyone getting this far; if you have the opportunity to bump yourself up at the counter and especially if it is a long hall flight. Do it! If it isn’t going to break your budget. On the right airline it is a wonderful experience.
The level of service was extraordinary! Even watching the staff making sure that the video was still recording while they were making the bed and you were getting changed.
So true
Cher Dennis, what a nice man you are and what a joy you gave me through this review! As a Frenchman, I feel very proud of Air France and genuinely happy for you! Every minute of the footage is bliss and I can feel your appreciation: your face speaks hundreds of words! The in-flight meal experience, the service, the presentation, the pride and effort of the crew to explain all the details is certainly worth every penny you spent. I truly appreciate your appreciation for food and your curiosity! Pigeon is really not my favourite but I was glad you tried it, and liked it! I will be flying AF in about two weeks, in Business class and can't wait. For me, the most important is the crew first and the whole experience of a great meal in the air. Thanks again for the pleasure to see you so happy, you made my day! You are truly a good man!
Thank you, that's really nice to hear.
Hi Dennis, I'm from Adelaide too, Seacliff! My wife and I are flying Business Class return in Aug/Sept 23', BC Singapore/Paris/Bordeaux and return BC Athens/Paris/Singapore, a seven week trip that I was fortunate enough to book via Qantas using FF points, AF have an alliance with Qantas! Here's hoping BC is also good with Air France, the service sounds great, it will be the first time for me with AF! Always look out for your reviews!👍
I really appreciate how you acknowledge the price; a lot of airline reviews tend to leave it out in favour of just showing the experience but I think it's important to talk about how it is an indulgence and not something everyone can afford.
love these first class reviews! More of them please!
Thanks for the wonderful video. Good to see you travelling again after all that time!
That's a flight you will never forget. What an incredible experience.
Fantastic Video! Really loved the whole experience from start to finish!
Love your reviews. Keep up the honest work!!
As others have said, great to see you back to your best and really enjoying life once again. Love the video; always good to see the top end of flying !
Amazing review Dennis! Just a couple of tidbits. The menu on board for your flight was designed by Arnaud Lallement who holds 3 Michelin stars at his restaurant L’Assiette Champenois in Champagne. Indeed some of the dishes you tried - the caviar with smoked haddock potato mousseline and Pigeon pie (pithivier) are signature dishes that are still served at his restaurant today. The pigeon pie in particular has been a classic at the restaurant from when Lallement’s FATHER was running the restaurant. It actually makes sense to serve it on board since, like at his restaurant, all they need to do is to bake the pie in an oven when it is ordered. The langoustine and cod with vin jaune sauce (they serve either brill or turbot in his restaurant) are also signatures that I have been fortunate to try.
Thank you that's great info. I've never been to a Michelin star restaurant but will have to go to one one day.
Dennis, great video as always. One thing I would say is, please don't apologize for treating yourself to a one way first class flight. You obviously work hard and as a 20yr airline industry professional am fully aware of the extremely tough times the travel industry has endured over the past 3 years. Plus having the experience allows you to advise your clients with first hand knowledge of the product. From and to those of us who bust our asses in our careers, thanks and never feel bad for giving yourself a special treat every now and then...it's worth it mate.
Thank you, really appreciate it.
I loved your review and immediately subscribed as soon as you said to! I especially appreciated your acknowledgment of what of privilege it is to enjoy such an amazing travel experience. Thanks for sharing it with all of us!
i always really enjoy you videos, and look forward to anyone that comes up
Thank you Dennis, for sharing your ' reward' upgrade, which no one can deny after the deprivation of the past two years in your business. Trust the next hop home was just as fabulous. Cheers
Amazing video and so great to see someone fully appreciate it and being able to appreciate it. Looking forward to the next one!
What a great Vlog Dennis. Keep up the great work you do! 🛫
I’ve watched a ton of airplanes and travel videos, and this is one of my very favorites. Bravo, well done!
Great job Dennis!!
You know how to make your viewers enjoy seeing this video!! Hope to see this kind of flight report more from you. You delivered it really well!
Hi Dennis, as usual, great video. thanks for the journey. cheers!
Another terrific video from you, Dennis. Your airline reviews/vlogs are amongst the very best for me - good humoured, informative and engaging. What an amazing experience and product - well worth the splurge to have memories of a lifetime.
I second a lot of other comments: great video, and I always appreciate your humbleness, honesty and obvious appreciation you have for the people working on your flights. Well done, keep on traveling.
What a wonderful experience! Thank you for sharing!
Superb, Dennis! You truly deserved the upgrade! What a wonderful experience!
Amazing trip report Dennis! That looked like an amazing experience!😸😸
Dennis, thank you for sharing this with us. What a sensational flight, in particular the dinner was outstanding. I doubt if I will have the opportunity to travel first class but I can dream!! All the best.
Best flight video I have ever seen. Wish I had done something like this for one of my bucket list.
Great video Dennis! Wonderful to see you back and traveling again. Stay healthy and safe!
Brilliant video Dennis. One of your best videos
That looked fabulous, Thanks for sharing.
Most underrated flight reviewer!! Thank you Dennis for this wonderful digital experience. Cheers to that !!
Thank you for the video. Much appreciated, as always, even though I missed it at the time!
I love watching your reviews. Thanks Dennis.
Excellent as usual, thanks for sharing the fantastic trip. Excellent staff make the experience very special. I have not flown with Air France but after this review would put them high on the list to try.
Just sublime. Thanks Dennis. 💖
What a nice review Dennis! Wonderful to see you enjoying yourself after the horrible years of the pandemic. Looks like such a good product - it's on the wish list now! Looking forward to the next review :)
Amazing video Dennis thank you for sharing it with us the food looked amazing and service second to none oh how the other half live
An excellent flight review. That upgrade was worth every cent, and with all the flying you do, a treat every now and then is definitely deserved. Thanks again. 🥂
thanks mate
Your presentations are always an absolute must to watch. Thank you very much and take care.
Love your humility and graciousness in this vlog. Thank you for sharing this experience. 😊
What an excellent video, Dennis. Thanks. Really makes us feel we are there and you're always so appreciative of the experience. Really humble presentation.
Thanks again from the UK.
Your best flight and best video. Thoroughly enjoyed watching the trip and shared your excitement.
dennis i just love your videos with this one you are so humble with it saying how lucky you are with air france la premiere you work hard so a little treat now and then is good thanks for another great video !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
HI Dennis Thank you very much for all those very interesting video I like that that the way that report on each different class again thank you.
What a lovely review and wonderful to see how much your enjoyed and appreciated it!
What a beautiful attitude of gratitude you have.❤
Good on you Dennis, it's the unexpected last minute change of flights that are usually the most memorable.
It's obvious on your face what an amazing experience you had! Thanks so much for sharing and not hiding your incredible satisfaction.
So lovely to watch. Thanks for sharing.
Your humbleness make you super human! We love your videos. Heres to more of your travels and videos!
Glad you enjoyed it Dennis, one of my favourite first classes!
That was truly a wonderful experience to watch.🎉
Absolutely wonderful video. The product of course looks incredible but for me it was that you were humble and yes very much deserve a treat. Great work.
Every part of that was insanely amazing, but how cool it was to be driven around the airport in your own BMW. What great views of the apron and planes and a wonderful experience. Thank you for sharing.
Wow! What a nice experience! Thanks for sharing the wonderful flight story!
It looked AMAZING!!! Glad you got to experience this wonderful treat
Thrilled for you Dennis. Richly deserved. La Premiere is truly a special experience.
thank you for sharing all your experiences in the air that some of us will never have, but long to none the less. Wonderful Air France experience I would say!
What an epic dining and service experience.
Delighted that you were able to enjoy the experience and bring us along as part of it. I’ve only been able to experience Business Class with them, it wasn’t a stand-out experience - dated seat and offering and the customary surly crew. Looking forward to First with Singapore next year for the F1 Grand Prix 👍🏻
Wow. Best video yet. I can tell you enjoy this more than ever, having lived through covid. You're a lovely guy
Just the opening music promises an excellent video and then Dennis with his genuine smile talks it to a whole new level
Thank you Dennis for showing us the Air France experience. There are many airlines out there that do not offer any of the bells and whistles if you upgrade on the day, not even lounge access.
What a experience, thank you for showing us this absolute royal treatment from Air France. For me it will always be a dream to have this kind off luxury but i'm glad i can enjoy it through your videos.
awesome flight and service cant wait to experience in the future .
Always enjoy your videos, and this one was great!!
From beginning to end Such incredible attention to every detail. Wonderful video and unforgettable experience. Cheers
Never knew air France was so good. Wonderful video as always
Absolutely 💯 FANTASTIC!
Hey Dennis I do like your work. I have worked out why you smile a lot. Your sossled for your entire trip. 😄
Glad u had fun. Great video thanks for sharing
Thoroughly deserved Dennis, enjoyed watching it!
Wow. A bucket list experience.
Nice videos Dennis,
Always a joy to watch your aventures 😊👍
I was only going to watch a few minutes but you got me hooked until the end so I watched the whole thing
Great video Dennis! I flew AF transatlantic between Canada and Europe and then inter Europe in business class last October. Their service was top notch and the food excellent. I dream one day of trying La Premiere as it is not offered on every flight. I cannot stress how good the crew were on-board. Thanks again keep the videos coming, I enjoy them immensely!
Great vid, i'm happy for you DB! Stay humble mate.
Really felt your enjoyment on this journey. Boy can you eat. It was too good to refuse. Thank you. I enjoyed this so much.
So lovely, to see the smile in your eyes like a child at christmas…. 👍
Epic review Dennis! I have been fortunate to fly Air France business class long haul and that was an amazing experience too. Your humility about it all is lovely.
You’re the best flight reviewer by a country mile Dennis!
The flight and this video are sensational!
Can’t believe that the luggage mover had priority over your limo 😀