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  • Опубліковано 8 чер 2022
  • Join me as I make my way from Perth to Baku for the Azerbaijan GP on one of the most exciting F1 street circuits on the 2022 F1 calendar. This travel vlog was going swimmingly until I landed in Baku and then things went awry. Lost luggage and a challenging taxi ride ensued but back to the question at hand; is Emirates first class still a world beater? I say yes, and to see why watch the full video.
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  • @rudragupta2491
    @rudragupta2491 2 роки тому +147

    Kym Illman, best f1 photographer, and part-time luxury flight reviewer!

  • @CallieMasters5000
    @CallieMasters5000 2 роки тому +118

    I've said it before, but Kym is the perfect front cabin customer: he flies a lot all over the network, he travels alone, he appreciates the finer touches of luxuries, he pays for his tickets himself, and he's not some young pop star idiot who causes a disturbance or needs a lot of special attention. AND he even puts out videos as free advertising too. Emirates needs to become the official airline of Kym Illman!

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому +20

      Thanks for that. They, Singapore and Qatar are the best options Into and out of Perth.

    • @CallieMasters5000
      @CallieMasters5000 2 роки тому +6

      @@KymIllman You should try that Qantas nonstop Perth-London. That sounds crazy.

  • @Steveharris2
    @Steveharris2 2 роки тому +177

    Hey Kym, I just want to say that your content is top shelf. Never wasting the viewers time. Always interesting and well communicated. If F1 hasnt already begged you for a position running their media then they need to give their head a shake. Very cool that your son is involved, I am a father as well.

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому +22

      Glad you’re enjoying it Steve.

    • @RossoFormula
      @RossoFormula 2 роки тому +5

      I second this comment. What I appreciate most is the mentoring of your son and you being a good father.
      Video request: personal car collection if you have one.

    • @Steveharris2
      @Steveharris2 2 роки тому +1

      @@RossoFormula I doubt he has a car collection. He has his watches (which can come with him). If I was away from home 200+ days a year I would rent fancy cars rather than having them sit undriven back home.

    • @stemi5601
      @stemi5601 2 роки тому

      Kym is bigger than F1, FIA & F1 media, they'll just rub away his shine with their stupid bureaucracies and old & trusted (comfort zone) way of doing things. it's better this way.

  • @The_Oak_Staff
    @The_Oak_Staff 2 роки тому +147

    I'm gonna guess that the mountain (7:43) is Mount Damavand in Iran judging by the size, shape and the flight path.

    • @dingus2218
      @dingus2218 2 роки тому +7

      you're absolutely right. I climbed Damavand a few years ago now; what a place. I encourage everyone to go check out Iran in your lifetime- extremely welcoming people, incredible food and effectively zero tourists around.

    • @bubbavonbraun
      @bubbavonbraun 2 роки тому +2

      Agreed, if you look past the mountain you can see the shoreline of the Caspian sea beyond, and the pronounced turn north it takes

    • @faulkmediaphoto
      @faulkmediaphoto 2 роки тому

      Thanks for letting us the know the mountain! Impressive.

    • @gokmachine
      @gokmachine 2 роки тому +1

      Did some skiing on this moumtain. Best thing: the helicopter drops you of right at the pointy summit.

  • @captainjack320
    @captainjack320 2 роки тому +24

    It’s Mount Damavand in Iran 🇮🇷, Highest Peak in Eastern Asia. We fly past it regularly 🥰

  • @2343br
    @2343br 2 роки тому +24

    Love how positive Kym stays despite lost luggage and shady cab drivers. Keep up the great videos!

  • @MountainDewbies
    @MountainDewbies 2 роки тому +11

    Another awesome adventure, thanks for the update. Hope you have a good time in Baku!

  • @mpcp27
    @mpcp27 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video.. Always look forward to your traveling ones. Keep us updated as to your lost luggage situation... Hope you get it quickly.

  • @CraigJSY
    @CraigJSY 2 роки тому +4

    When I am not watching your vlogs on F1 races with a passion Kym it's when you're living your best life on your way to one mate 👍🏻

  • @mike81989
    @mike81989 2 роки тому +1

    These are my favorite videos on all of UA-cam. Thank you Kym!

  • @MrSullyO
    @MrSullyO 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant. Love the travel videos with all they offer, bumps and bruises as well the fun moments. Cheers.

  • @kak7440
    @kak7440 2 роки тому +17

    Kym - your channel is compulsory viewing! I really enjoy all your content so much. I haven't been in the position to travel since late 2019 so l live vicariously watching your travels. Looking foward to Baku.

  • @HansvanPutten
    @HansvanPutten 2 роки тому

    Great vid again! Have fun this weekend I'll be cheering for Max again from Boston!

  • @anthonyboulus9042
    @anthonyboulus9042 2 роки тому +1

    Living the dream kim.. thanks for you big efforts and more recent uploads this season
    Stay safe and stay passionate

  • @paulmerritt418
    @paulmerritt418 2 роки тому +1

    I’m not sure I would want to be a road warrior like you, but for a huge F1 fan, I cannot wait for the action in Baku this weekend. Will be following you closely.

  • @StuartD84
    @StuartD84 2 роки тому

    Oh Kym! I wish this video was available before we spent 200 manats getting back to the airport from the Fairmont Baku on the Monday after the race... Great content as always!

  • @codedfotography
    @codedfotography 2 роки тому +1

    always on the move, love you kym, keep it up , take care of yourself and stay safe

  • @MasakoX
    @MasakoX 2 роки тому +5

    9:43 Your filming of Pierre Gasly was clearly 'liked by pierregasly'.

  • @barrygallagher3306
    @barrygallagher3306 2 роки тому

    Great vid thanks Kym!

  • @blackbrosshowbbs1788
    @blackbrosshowbbs1788 2 роки тому

    The best photographer ever...I taught me everything about f1....I follow you every step of the way....love u Mr Kym...stay passionate

  • @a.arnaavv
    @a.arnaavv 2 роки тому +11

    Love the travel Vlogs Kym!!!

  • @archjapanmotovlogs
    @archjapanmotovlogs 2 роки тому

    absolutely love this channel !!

  • @rickiecheese36
    @rickiecheese36 2 роки тому

    Thanks for another great video. I am a new subscriber and love the content. Keep up the good work. And watch out for the caddies.

  • @manmountain7545
    @manmountain7545 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent episode mate. I believe your negotiating skills are on par. You make me want to Board of flight on Emirates.

  • @Peakviewretreat
    @Peakviewretreat 2 роки тому

    love your flight review videos so much, makes me want to travel again!

  • @thompanilla
    @thompanilla 2 роки тому +4

    Glad you arrived safely despite the maniac cabbie! Looking forward to your visuals this week. I know I'm in the minority here, but I absolutely love the Baku circuit! Have a good one, Mate!

    • @mamavswild
      @mamavswild 2 роки тому +1

      Who doesn’t love Baku? It’s incredibly exciting

  • @vrccb
    @vrccb 2 роки тому +1

    I love that you make the best out of simply ghastly ways to travel. As good as sometimes they are.

  • @markkennedy5335
    @markkennedy5335 2 роки тому

    Awesome video Kim. Very well done as always. 👏👏

    • @markkennedy5335
      @markkennedy5335 2 роки тому

      Sorry Kym. Bloody auto correct that gets it wrong.

  • @jato62
    @jato62 2 роки тому

    Another great video Kym

  • @JMGaming32
    @JMGaming32 2 роки тому

    Really love your travelling videos!

  • @theonehitko
    @theonehitko 2 роки тому

    Love the videos Kym always very relaxing to watch

  • @1bncxlr
    @1bncxlr 2 роки тому

    Kym, always enjoy your content. Always entertaining.

  • @jjsadv
    @jjsadv 2 роки тому +1

    You have really created a niche with your F1/travel videos.. Great job..

  • @Mr.Quaade
    @Mr.Quaade 2 роки тому

    Hey kym
    I love your travel video
    Keep it up 🤩

  • @Dutchbird757
    @Dutchbird757 2 роки тому +9

    That mountain is Mnt Damavand in Iran, east of Tehran. The highest peak in Iran and a stratovolcano. Did you know flydubai is actually by origin a low cost carrier? These days though more a hybrid carrier, especially their 737 MAX product!

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому +3

      I liked them. Second time on that route.

    • @Dutchbird757
      @Dutchbird757 2 роки тому +3

      @@KymIllman Let's see if I can be your pilot then to Baku in 2023. Hopefully on our new 737 MAX fleet too!

  • @Nebula_Ultra
    @Nebula_Ultra 2 роки тому

    What a gorgeous home! Well done. Pato oward interview was great.

  • @roballansutherland
    @roballansutherland 2 роки тому

    Love your travel videos!!!!!!

  • @GrantHorvatGolf
    @GrantHorvatGolf 2 роки тому

    love watching these videos

  • @mikeplatt74
    @mikeplatt74 2 роки тому

    Thank you Kym for all your content! I've just recovered from testicular cancer! Your videos have giving me so much less anxiety while waiting for for my CT scan results. They turned out to be that my cancer hasn't spread any further! And I'm Cancer FREE! So thank you for all time time you take to edit your videos to keep us fans entertained ❤️ you're awesome!

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому

      I’m glad you’re enjoying them Mike.

  • @PassportBrosBusinessClass
    @PassportBrosBusinessClass 2 роки тому

    I recently flew on Emirates Business from JFK to Dubai to MALDIVES on the A380 and 777.
    I made sure to use the JFK lounge and the Dubai lounge.
    #1 The food on the plane - including the alcohol - is the same on the ground and the air. No complaints - I drank Champagne the entire time. There was no shortage whatsoever of food. I totally enjoyed it.
    #2 The lounge showers are extremely refreshing. Moreso than the First Class shower because you have limited time and limited water.
    #3 The price difference for First Class is justified over Business if you're on the longest flights. For shorter flights, it's better to choose Business. They may UPGRADE YOU for a discount.

  • @jameskim62
    @jameskim62 2 роки тому

    Thank u for the tour !!!!!

  • @franklincorrales9696
    @franklincorrales9696 2 роки тому

    Love the videos.!!!!

  • @gcm747
    @gcm747 2 роки тому

    I love the Perth to Dubai trip. The Emirates lounge is always a pleasure to visit.

  • @raymondmalone9721
    @raymondmalone9721 2 роки тому

    All of us living the dream through Kym’s travel videos 👍

  • @arkkedia316
    @arkkedia316 2 роки тому

    Really like these reviews

  • @yudimerber
    @yudimerber 2 роки тому

    Hello Kym i just saw you on the international feed standing outside charles lecrecs garage before the delayed start if practise 3 just as karun was talking about the rear wing.

  • @patrickmalark8433
    @patrickmalark8433 2 роки тому +1

    Jesus Kym, you live well haha. Beautiful home! You seem like a man that worked hard and deserves it. Keep the content coming

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому +1

      Never stop working hard!

  • @ejb_92
    @ejb_92 2 роки тому

    Your gaff looks amazing!

  • @juanlopez-qd1yh
    @juanlopez-qd1yh 2 роки тому +2

    I really liked your office Kym, next video idea when in Perth maybe?

  • @ChrisBreezy992
    @ChrisBreezy992 2 роки тому +1

    I was surprised how bumpy the A380 was, good job you had a tablet lol but they really are like flying in a nice hotel room with all those extras. What a kerfuffle with the taxi, I hope your luggage turned up and stay cool in another hot country. oh btw that t shirt you were wearing is interesting with the seam or stitching down the front.

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому

      Heron Preston.

    • @ChrisBreezy992
      @ChrisBreezy992 2 роки тому

      @@KymIllman of course it had a heron on it, thankyou

  • @matejsedivec969
    @matejsedivec969 2 роки тому +1

    kim,your very lucky to get this plane,most of them have only 6 first class seats and much modern cabin version. idk how many of these planes are still fliing like that,but its less than 20

  • @YeahhhThatsLife
    @YeahhhThatsLife 2 роки тому

    I don't often leave a comment. But Kym, you are the man!

  • @marknarraway5551
    @marknarraway5551 2 роки тому

    grt video , keep up the good work,

  • @2_O-20
    @2_O-20 2 роки тому

    Hi Kym! Underrated.

  • @leelantern805
    @leelantern805 2 роки тому

    Kym my wife is not a die hard f1 fan like me, she will watches the odd race on TV, but she watches all your videos and we both agree you are our favorite f1 channel

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому

      She’s an astute woman.

  • @nickisrael9922
    @nickisrael9922 2 роки тому

    Hi Kym. I was there around 25 years ago with a group of students. It is Mount Bazardüzü 4.466 meters of altitude. It is in the North Caucasus Mountains located on the border between Azerbaijan and Russia. Hugs from Colombia

  • @Broomy88
    @Broomy88 2 роки тому +2

    Great video loving that you got signed pictures from gasly would love some pictures of lando Norris with signed would definitely purchase 👌

    • @archielundy3131
      @archielundy3131 2 роки тому +1

      Me too. I'd definitely buy a signed Lando. That tunnel shot from last years Monaco GP would be the one.

  • @HoopleHeadUSA
    @HoopleHeadUSA 2 роки тому

    Shout out to Bowers & Wilkins! My home theater is set up with B&W 604 Series 3’s

  • @ash9145
    @ash9145 2 роки тому

    First class is the dream. Would love to try an EY suite one day

  • @Jude74
    @Jude74 2 роки тому

    I love your travel videos as much as your F1 content. 👍👍👍 I recommended you to my fellow travel video junkies.

  • @nlambot6959
    @nlambot6959 2 роки тому

    Mount Ararat, love your channel.

  • @wavezz3232
    @wavezz3232 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Kym, just a quick question… for the autograph session on Saturday at Baku, will you que up to go on stage and get something signed? Thanks, love the content!

  • @miltonbrownrigg8409
    @miltonbrownrigg8409 2 роки тому

    Full points to Emirates for the lengths they go to, although never had a bad experience on Singapore Airlines either. Much rather go through Changi airport than Dubai any time. Enjoy the race

  • @BryanSnider
    @BryanSnider 2 роки тому

    I believe that mountain is Kuh-e Damavand. I could be wrong..but its an 18K+ ft mountain just NE of Tehran. That FlyDubai flight you were on often goes right near it.

  • @EthanDenyer98
    @EthanDenyer98 2 роки тому

    Hope you get your luggage sorted kym 🙏

  • @abdullaalkaabi9563
    @abdullaalkaabi9563 2 роки тому

    Ofc it is ♥️.

  • @carisacar
    @carisacar 2 роки тому +35

    Hey, here's an idea, Kym. Do a video collection of all the nasty encounters from your travel, from scammy taxi drivers, to bad hotel service staff, to rude locals etc. That would make great viewing.

  • @matthewberry4799
    @matthewberry4799 2 роки тому

    Top class Kym

  • @yashshah5009
    @yashshah5009 2 роки тому +1

    The mountain is Mount Damavand.

  • @chrisgard9626
    @chrisgard9626 2 роки тому +1

    I spent 10 years doing comparative video work for NASCAR and IndyCar teams… and I’m jealous of your travel accommodations and destinations.
    One thing I noticed, you don’t keep your credential/hardcard in your checked luggage do you?

  • @SteveMrW
    @SteveMrW 2 роки тому

    Excellent video Kym, has you bag turned up?

  • @pontus1293
    @pontus1293 2 роки тому +2

    Please do a collaboration with Bottas, simular as with Gasly!

  • @xRicCi
    @xRicCi 2 роки тому

    Enjoy this weekend's race! The pod will see you in montreal next week! #CanadianGP

  • @errolglenn4548
    @errolglenn4548 2 роки тому

    I'm not sure about how much cabin luggage you carry Kym but I always save space on my backpack to keep all my official documents/receipts/invoices so I don't have to rummage through my check in luggage for them at any point during the travel.
    Also I found the photo of Charles in the Monaco tunnel like I asked you on Instagram and I'm going to purchase it on prostar pics!

  • @ulrikberge9061
    @ulrikberge9061 2 роки тому +2

    Had the same experience with the taxi driver in Baku when I arrived on Thursday, 70 manat is a total scam, an Uber costs 20. I knew it was a scam but just agreed with 50 after som bargaining. And payment in cash obviously😂

  • @chandamubanga
    @chandamubanga 2 роки тому

    Have you been hanging out with Lewis? cause that hoodie you wore looks pretty cool, man

  • @1943klt
    @1943klt 2 роки тому

    Love your UA-cam Channel Kym. As you edit your own films, why don't you use a lavalier mic tucked inside your shirt when the plane is in the air, because often with the aircraft background noise I can't distinguish what your saying. You only have to make 3 bangs before saying anything and the added sound file timeline lip sync will be perfect.

  • @floydmaster-kg3fe
    @floydmaster-kg3fe 2 роки тому

    Change EK241 to TK241 and you've got a movie reference what's the reference? "TK241 what's your situation" lol

  • @kendahl7922
    @kendahl7922 2 роки тому +4

    Still fond of SIN 1st class..hands down a few dozen flights there were ALL Magical. Emirates 380 is a close 2nd..nice to see travel is getting better too..👍👍👍

  • @tiadaid
    @tiadaid 2 роки тому

    Between the A380 & the Boeing 777, which do you reckon is better?
    Among aviation geeks, the A380 often gets the vote because it's less noisy compared to the 777 although to me, I couldn't tell the big difference!

  • @garycarter2523
    @garycarter2523 2 роки тому

    Hey Kym, I have to go to the uk in November I wish I could afford business or 1st class as I have a back injury and sitting in economy for 28 hours from Adelaide to Heathrow then back again 10 days later is going to be excruciating. ☹️😣

  • @sydneyaerospotter5856
    @sydneyaerospotter5856 2 роки тому

    Hey Kym I think I saw your son Tyler at Sydney airport the other day!

  • @KingCharles3
    @KingCharles3 2 роки тому

    car in the house 🤩

  • @dingus2218
    @dingus2218 2 роки тому

    Kym have you got any tips when it comes to fighting jetlag?

  • @nathankav3650
    @nathankav3650 2 роки тому +2

    We need more of Jase on the channel mate

    • @CallieMasters5000
      @CallieMasters5000 2 роки тому

      Remember the video when he had to stand on the side of a road holding a sign saying he'd lost a race to his old man?! 😂😂😂

  • @davidcaskie6680
    @davidcaskie6680 2 роки тому

    Nothing like an airline loosing your camera gear when you have a job to do! Been there...

  • @fredericktennant9151
    @fredericktennant9151 2 роки тому

    Great video as usual but the thing that sparked my comment was the idea of having a shower on an aeroplane, wow that's not the place to be if the plane goes down lol

  • @pauleklein5979
    @pauleklein5979 2 роки тому

    The highest peak in Iran / Mount Damavand / The highest volcano in Asia / 5,609.2 m (18,403 ft)

  • @mightymentos1991
    @mightymentos1991 2 роки тому

    The mountain seems to be Damavand in Iran!

  • @vasisthakrishnachandrahas1639
    @vasisthakrishnachandrahas1639 2 роки тому

    I spotted you in todays pole presentation thingy

  • @rohanbatra69
    @rohanbatra69 2 роки тому +4

    Are those headphones for yours to keep or for flight only? Sorry, I don't know much about these flights.

    • @obroni
      @obroni 2 роки тому +4

      No, they belong to the airline.
      They usually have a non-standard plug so that you can't use them anywhere else if you "borrow" them.

    • @CallieMasters5000
      @CallieMasters5000 2 роки тому

      I remember when they used to come around to collect all the headphones at the end of the flight to prevent stealing.

  • @smboutorabi
    @smboutorabi 2 роки тому

    its called Damavand mountain mate

  • @dtaylor9673
    @dtaylor9673 2 роки тому

    Kym, living the dream, until needing a taxi ; )

    • @delacruz1513
      @delacruz1513 2 роки тому

      Hey Kym👋 did they find your luggage?

  • @kooldude123
    @kooldude123 2 роки тому +1

    I'd say overall Emirates would have to be the number one airline for travelling First Class. Mainly due to their consistency as every single first class seat on both the 777 and a380 is of the same quality. While Singapore Airlines and Qatar do offer some much better seats, they have such a large range of aircraft so it's luck of the draw with what seat configuration you get.
    If you ever get the chance I would highly recommend flying an Emirates route on the 777-300 GameChanger first class seat. It's the best in the air.

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому

      Did it 3 yes ago! Mighty.

    • @kooldude123
      @kooldude123 2 роки тому

      @@KymIllman I should have expected that haha

  • @marks.6480
    @marks.6480 2 роки тому

    I worry about this almost every day LOL

  • @EpicoNubletto
    @EpicoNubletto 2 роки тому +2

    Man, how much does a flight like this cost?! 😳 it’s amazing

    • @tommasol9701
      @tommasol9701 2 роки тому

      10k

    • @EpicoNubletto
      @EpicoNubletto 2 роки тому

      @@tommasol9701 yeah that’s about what I figured out. I saw tickets for 11,000 AUD

  • @ZachValentini
    @ZachValentini 2 роки тому

    Kym what's your vlogs settings on the R5 i'd appectie it for my own channel vlogging and flight reviews :) cheers kym!

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  2 роки тому +2

      1/50th sec

    • @ZachValentini
      @ZachValentini 2 роки тому

      @@KymIllman 25fps? Then varies on apeture? Thank you kym :)

  • @NadirAgha
    @NadirAgha 2 роки тому

    Tip for Baku (as a local): If you want to pay a taxi ride via credit card, use an app (Bolt or Uber or other minor ones).
    In any way, the apps are much better. Old style taxis are going to go extinct in the face of competition (unless new regulations for taxi apps come into play as in Europe)
    Otherwise, it's pretty hopeless. You will have to pay with cash. Almost no taxi carries a POS terminal on board (at least in 2022)
    On upside for customers, it's very cheap by European standards

  • @paulhoulden
    @paulhoulden 2 роки тому

    Even a driver to your own airport! raking it in

  • @southerncross4774
    @southerncross4774 2 роки тому

    To travel in style doesn’t compensate for being away from the family that long. But it sure beats steerage!!