WestJet 737-800 New Premium Class - Toronto to Vancouver

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  • Опубліковано 7 кві 2020
  • WestJet is currently in the process of updating its Boeing 737 fleet with a new and improved premium cabin, which they call "Premium". During my last flight to Vancouver for the foreseeable future, I booked myself in this cabin to check out their new offering. While it is leaps and bounds better than the European style business seats found in their old "Plus" cabin, there are some things that the discerning passenger may find amiss.
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  • @VicariousVoyager
    @VicariousVoyager  4 роки тому +202

    For those of you questioning my decision to go on this trip at the time that I did, please allow me to elaborate here, as it's hard to do so while keeping the introduction short. I'm a medical student currently taking a break from med school to pursue another degree in computational radiology. Some people I work with were rolling out a computer program that would allow hospitals to efficiently and quickly move patients to other facilities in preparation for the influx of covid-19 patients. This system was not working in two Vancouver hospitals. These colleagues of mine were going to go themselves, but when my friend and I heard about it, we volunteered to go instead, since we had some of our own work to do in Vancouver anyways and this additional task would justify this trip. We chose to go based on the fact that we could afford to self isolate for 2 weeks when we got back (which we’ve finished doing), and because there are no high-risk individuals living with either of us. There is still an inherent risk, but we concluded that with no chance of bringing someone up to speed with the programming and infrastructure over the internet, the benefits outweighed the risks. We volunteered for this and, while our flights and accommodations were paid for, we did not receive any additional compensation for this trip. This trip was not to ensure some company's bottom line, nor to profit any other entity. It was a conscious, well-informed, and carefully made decision to help solve an immediate problem, and ultimately to contribute to saving lives.
    I made another video on my return trip going over just how sterile the travel experience is right now, and why you shouldn't do it apart from complete necessity. I encourage you to watch to better understand: ua-cam.com/video/wn0bbmxkT9o/v-deo.html

    • @stewartmcgill9360
      @stewartmcgill9360 4 роки тому +4

      And will you be donating the advertising payment from this video to some of the charities engaged in the frontline?

    • @henrikhan3824
      @henrikhan3824 4 роки тому +40

      Just goes to show how you can't make everyone happy. I, for one, am very grateful for the work you're doing! Keep it up and love the videos!

    • @DaneNicholson
      @DaneNicholson 4 роки тому +1

      Sorry "it was a conscious well-informed decision" doesn't address the fact it was contrary to the health direction in BC at the time; a mandatory 14 day isolation was required when you arrived. And, although I'm sure we all appreciate medical innovation, this seems wildly outside of essential travel, particularly given how "late" it appears to have happened. Lastly, you've still decided to create discretionary content that doesn't actually address the reality of the Canadian situation when you traveled. "I talked to my professors..." Cool, but, they're not health authorities. There was very clear direction in BC, and Ontario.

    • @johannaliu3479
      @johannaliu3479 4 роки тому +34

      @@DaneNicholson I'm a nurse in Alberta so trust me when I say that this was not outside of essential travel. This has been very critical to the situation at hand. It's been a nightmare to get regular patients especially older patients to suitable facilities. There's so much to think about now.

    • @VicariousVoyager
      @VicariousVoyager  4 роки тому +67

      @@DaneNicholson ​I apologize if I did not word that in a way to make myself understood. Please allow me to rephrase. A system was rolled out to hospitals in anticipation of the covid-19 patients that will be arriving in designated healthcare facilities. These facilities were, and still are, attempting to offload non-covid-19 patients to other facilities for reasons I think are pretty obvious. This was very time and resource-intensive to do between hospitals on different healthcare systems, it essentially boiled down to phone calls and paperwork. While they could share patient info, they couldn't see each other's bed capacity and resource load. This program was made as an ad-hoc solution specifically for this reality. It frees up admin staff, nurses, and patient transfer services so that they can redirect their time and efforts elsewhere. It also keeps a copy of patient records, who they interacted with, where they were, etc. in case contact-tracing is required later on. This was not "medical innovation" or some unrelated research, the main purpose of us being there was to make sure this system worked with the aging infrastructure of two major healthcare facilities. We went because, out of all the people who knew at the time what the problem was and how to troubleshoot it, my friend and I were the two who were least likely to infect anyone else given our domestic situations. Let me stress that this program was meant to save lives, and from the feedback and smooth running of it thus far, it has definitely contributed to it. We also managed to wrap up some of our own unrelated work while we were there while interacting at a safe distance with only one person, so I would call that a bonus.
      You can argue with me over the fact that we didn't self isolate for 14 days after we arrived in BC, and I can understand how you might think there's a valid point there. But ultimately, the risk-benefit equation of the situation pointed very clearly to the fact that there was a lot more to be gained for the harm that could have been done. The hospital staff and admin were happy we went and fixed the issue, we received nothing but encouragement from everyone involved, especially the people it benefited.
      Was it bad taste to make a video out of it? I can see how it can be perceived that way, but that's up to my discretion; the general feedback suggests that's not the case. I hope I explained myself, and while I may not change your mind, I hope I made my intentions and thought process clear.

  • @DigitalYojimbo
    @DigitalYojimbo 4 роки тому +96

    "I fly enough united not to care anymore" savage.

  • @joshpratt7917
    @joshpratt7917 4 роки тому +53

    2:22 This is why you're my favorite youtuber ever 😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @andremp03
    @andremp03 4 роки тому +25

    'Not really an issue for me, I fly enough United not to care anymore' the SHADE 😭😭🤣

  • @travelbuglily1952
    @travelbuglily1952 4 роки тому +116

    Hey 👋🏻 can't say this enough, you are the best fight reviewer out there. I'm really happy that you're checking out Canadian airlines, most of us can't even begin to think about affording those international business class seats. I follow you on Instagram, and I love your personality, positivity and how much of a hard worker you are, it shows these amazing videos of yours. If you're ever in Halifax, I would love to show you around!

    • @VicariousVoyager
      @VicariousVoyager  4 роки тому +38

      I'm sorry, what's a Halifax? 🙃

    • @henrikhan3824
      @henrikhan3824 4 роки тому +2

      @@VicariousVoyager LMAO

    • @travelbuglily1952
      @travelbuglily1952 4 роки тому +5

      @@VicariousVoyager omg lol I know it's a small city but it's really pretty and there's lots to do, I swear!

    • @tameenhaque2285
      @tameenhaque2285 3 роки тому

      Actually ........
      How about Mr.Voyager gives himself the opportunity to review an actual ''fight'' with his calm and lucid voice as TravelbugLily fervently pointed out.

    • @nanan75
      @nanan75 2 роки тому

      so which fight are u reviewing next

  • @henrikhan3824
    @henrikhan3824 4 роки тому +50

    2:22 HAHAHAHAHAH I almost died!

  • @1812Philipp
    @1812Philipp 4 роки тому +45

    2:22 throwing in some after effects skillz

  • @VicariousVoyager
    @VicariousVoyager  4 роки тому +23

    Hey guys, I'll be answering questions on Josh Cahill's Instagram Livestream tomorrow, Thursday April 9th. If you want to ask me how I make my graphics and other irrelevant stuff, tune in at 11 AM EST (15:00 GMT) on either his or my Instagram: instagram.com/gotravelyourway instagram.com/tiezheng
    EDIT: Aight you guys were too late the party's over. ✌️

  • @ohfreckle
    @ohfreckle 4 роки тому +28

    Those views are truly insane and you're killing it with the graphics lol! Great job and stay safe 👍

  • @ChaseMikks
    @ChaseMikks 4 роки тому +58

    6:20 as an american i love these jokes

    • @commonavionics6069
      @commonavionics6069 4 роки тому +2

      ChaseMikks they get old if you hear them enough though.

    • @RDTheAwesome
      @RDTheAwesome 4 роки тому +2

      Bruh he gonna have to lose some weight if he wants to keeping making those. 😂

  • @wkdravenna
    @wkdravenna 4 роки тому +9

    Thank you for your service my friend. Without back line people like you we would be lost.

  • @EstebanDeLaBrown
    @EstebanDeLaBrown 4 роки тому +13

    of course we love the damn graphics

  • @oskarrrw
    @oskarrrw 4 роки тому +5

    I love the clean map-graphics!

  • @chesco711
    @chesco711 4 роки тому +5

    Just stumbled upon your channel (youtube algorithm was on point for once) and I find it very entertaining. Maybe more soothing than entertaining which is great during this quarantine lifestyle. Rest assured I will still watch your videos after all this is over. Keep up the good work and know that your efforts are very much appreciated and giving many people solace.

  • @Taten
    @Taten 4 роки тому +1

    Always love the way you introduce the airport and transportation in the beginning!! Please do stay safe and well during this period. Hopefully could see your review very soon after the situation has been resolved. :)

  • @TheEdmundNetwork
    @TheEdmundNetwork 4 роки тому +1

    The only UA-cam channel I find with the best, most exciting, informative airline airplane reviews ever!!! Really fun and crazy sometimes seeing your video! Skr 🤙🏻

  • @abhishekhkumar4097
    @abhishekhkumar4097 4 роки тому +4

    Brilliant, once again! Cant wait for the next one! Keep safe

  • @joshua8053
    @joshua8053 4 роки тому +4

    Very comfortable listening to you.

  • @sebatano96
    @sebatano96 4 роки тому

    Thank you for your work! Volunteering to do more risky work in place of people who would be more at risk than one themselves is very noble. Also your flight reviews during the pandemic will give a rare insight, which many people will appreciate. It is and will be part of History.
    I like your videos, the first one i saw was the flight back from this one. You gained a new subscriber. All the best from Germany. Stay save and healthy y'all!

  • @alexdimatera5530
    @alexdimatera5530 2 роки тому

    Thank you for always speaking so clear and not too quickly! Super appreciate understanding everything; so informative as well! Hoping I could do the same reviews you do someday, soon!

  • @pkolstee
    @pkolstee 4 роки тому +2

    Really cool footage!

  • @KeemBeckford
    @KeemBeckford 3 роки тому +1

    I love the graphics at the beginning!!!!! Such a great touch !

  • @aidanmcgregor8789
    @aidanmcgregor8789 4 роки тому +2

    I flew in premium on the 8th of March and I had that exact same meal. It was really good. I absolutely fell in love with that Maple cake, it was the best desert I’ve never had.

  • @EverydayReviews2022
    @EverydayReviews2022 4 роки тому +4

    Awesome as usual!

  • @peterfredman106
    @peterfredman106 4 роки тому +3

    I predict in a short time, your name will be floated amongst the top when it comes to flight reviewers. I came across your Turkish airlines video not too long ago. The quality of the content was so good, I was shocked that you only had 11k subscribers at that time. Since then I've caught up with you other reviews. Keep up the great work and thank you for your unique style to flight reviews!!

  • @DeltaBravoTango
    @DeltaBravoTango 4 роки тому +2

    Fantastic video again! I remember flying their retro Eco "plus" seats 5 years ago and thought that was super nice already. Now seeing these seats, it is 100% clear that they're miles ahead of their old "plus" (literally economy seats) seats. Great review

  • @marwansalih5769
    @marwansalih5769 4 роки тому +1

    Yet again, great sound tracks :)

  • @cjwee
    @cjwee 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for uploading!!

  • @dmairplane
    @dmairplane 4 роки тому +1

    Absolutely nailed it man! Another killer report

  • @rvlaar
    @rvlaar 4 роки тому +1

    Your vlogs are the sole thing getting me through this quarantine.....

  • @JasonB95
    @JasonB95 4 роки тому

    Another epic upload from the best avlogger on youtube. Those graphics were sick!

  • @injeolmi6
    @injeolmi6 4 роки тому

    Hello! Just wanted to say that I really enjoy your videos. You have an amazing talent and sense of humour. Thanks for making them!

  • @bxw2721
    @bxw2721 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the graphs, they are very informative.

  • @hmfem3656
    @hmfem3656 4 роки тому

    Great Graphics, commentery & camera work on ALL vid's. Overall GREAT work 👍

  • @davidberryman9688
    @davidberryman9688 4 роки тому

    I flew their Plus class many times and I'm booked to fly Premium in the Fall so I was looking for a review and came across yours. That was very helpful and informative. I agree with you ... I don't why people attach so much importance to a lavatory but so be it. I don't care why you took the trip or when, that's your own business and all the power to you. Thanks for the report, it was very well done.

  • @greendayXXL
    @greendayXXL 4 роки тому +1

    Dayum! That part at 8:35 is killing it! Just add some black crop bars and you have the full cinematography experience!
    Keep going with your amazing content! It´s always a good support for my procrastination!

  • @wheatwild
    @wheatwild 4 роки тому +4

    Thanks, VV. As always, top notch. The animations, a bit of sarcasem, Millenium Falcon, lavatory tours, height jokes, they all work and make your trip riports the best on youtube, mate. You're setting the bar really really high. Thanks. You're the man!!

  • @pit_aviation
    @pit_aviation 4 роки тому +7

    Awesome video man! You posting just made my day

    • @VicariousVoyager
      @VicariousVoyager  4 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it! I see you found your Easter egg 😛

  • @liorzisman2968
    @liorzisman2968 3 роки тому +1

    "... these snack boxes which contained... snacks". Love your voice overs!

  • @theazerothtourist
    @theazerothtourist 4 роки тому +2

    i see the isolation creeping in to the video editing and i like it.

  • @jacobmintz5936
    @jacobmintz5936 4 роки тому +13

    Best Aviation UA-camr Period.

  • @chicky895
    @chicky895 2 роки тому

    love love your channel and your humor :)

  • @brilondon
    @brilondon 2 роки тому

    This was super entertaining. You are one of the best vloggers.

  • @khooster
    @khooster 4 роки тому +1

    Love the graphics and the Falcon shootdown. Excellent pause for effect after it. Lol

  • @Vincrypt
    @Vincrypt 4 роки тому

    You are amazing man. You're attention to sarcasm is really quirky. Very well done. All the best and stay safe!

  • @XxTCOBBxX720xX
    @XxTCOBBxX720xX 4 роки тому

    Great shots out of the window!

  • @broede85
    @broede85 4 роки тому +1

    Great vid!! =)

  • @ElodieLJFEF
    @ElodieLJFEF 4 роки тому +2

    I am so impressed by how chill you are!! I have to fly back home in a few days and I am so stressed out. This video helped me a lot, thank you! Hope you stay safe!!!

    • @VicariousVoyager
      @VicariousVoyager  4 роки тому +3

      Don't worry, follow the rules, watch some movies on the flight, and you'll be home safe :)

    • @ElodieLJFEF
      @ElodieLJFEF 4 роки тому +2

      Vicarious Voyager Thank you so much, it means a lot! Stay safe please and I’m looking forward to your next videos!

  • @craigwillis3372
    @craigwillis3372 4 роки тому

    Great video mate and well done with what you are doing academically !! Not sure about the tray table residue ...uuughh !! Great views on take off !! Excellent idea with the CC opener !! Stunning views en route as well !! Canada is high on my list when all this awful time settles down and I really appreciate your honest and funny reviews. Hope you are well...studying and staying safe. Thanks again mate from Australia !!

  • @user-ws3sw8vp3x
    @user-ws3sw8vp3x 4 роки тому

    You always make me smile and laugh. Keep up the good work you deserve it for making my day. Stay Safe!

  • @elliotstarkey3014
    @elliotstarkey3014 4 роки тому +4

    Can I like this twice?! So good!

  • @kbroadhead10
    @kbroadhead10 4 роки тому +6

    Thanks for another great video. I love the humour, and the vision. The great animations add to the professionalism, and I reckon more flaming inflight disintegrations will only improve the whole effect. Bathrooms are pretty boring though, even in premium (although CX F is larger and stonier looking so possibly worth it from someone).
    It's interesting seeing Westjet follow a similar path to Virgin Australia from LCC to full service, and will be equally interesting to see how it comes out the other side. I don't know whether Westjet's debt load is the same as VA's, but it's a real threat to VA's future.

  • @rithvikgujjula1400
    @rithvikgujjula1400 4 роки тому +2

    Amazing job! keep it up. You just got a new subscriber

  • @neilcoram3495
    @neilcoram3495 3 роки тому

    Another great video i love your sense of humor keep safe on your travels and best wishes from Surrey in southern England

  • @narellesmith2705
    @narellesmith2705 3 роки тому +1

    For those of us who cant travel during these COVID times I really appreciate your work. As it allows me to voyage Vicariously (lame I know, dont hate me because vicariously was really the best word fit here ;) )

  • @octoviusthar1108
    @octoviusthar1108 4 роки тому +4

    3:03 is my favorite shot... Lol... Greeting from Myanmar

  • @Miftahjaya96
    @Miftahjaya96 4 роки тому +1

    your flight report is very amazing Vicarious Voyager

  • @KeemBeckford
    @KeemBeckford 3 роки тому

    That takeoff footage was beautiful !

  • @wavecentral
    @wavecentral 3 роки тому +2

    There's the endless collection of serious youtube flight review videos, and then there's 2:19. Nice one Vicarious.

  • @medjetaviation
    @medjetaviation 4 роки тому

    Another great video. Thanks or sharing.

  • @oskarrrw
    @oskarrrw 4 роки тому

    I really like your humor!

  • @chucmai6944
    @chucmai6944 4 роки тому

    I love your video!! So great :))
    Thanks so much,

  • @alexanderliljeborg8864
    @alexanderliljeborg8864 4 роки тому +1

    Love it

  • @ej3016
    @ej3016 2 роки тому

    15:25 WOW just WOW - have never flown across the Rockies - thnx for these incredible shots 🤞🤞 when we see the backside of COVID that I can make it out to British Columbia 🤞🤞don’t want to end my travelling days by saying I’d only got into BC by a technicality of soaking in the Radium Hot Springs 😂🤣 thnx for another great video 🇨🇦🙏😷

  • @enesoy13
    @enesoy13 4 роки тому

    Hey just Started Watching your Videos and i am really enjoing Your vids. Keep up the Great work👍🏻

  • @d1r2l
    @d1r2l 4 роки тому +4

    7:50.....I'm SCREAMING. A1 shade

  • @katied6130
    @katied6130 4 роки тому

    Thank you for the knowledge and the comedy 😂

  • @ralphyhk
    @ralphyhk 4 роки тому

    WOW what a cool video

  • @PeNguiN5CS
    @PeNguiN5CS 4 роки тому +10

    What the hell? I subbed at less than 1000 subs and now your up to 19,000!!! Congrats man that's a big achievement 👏👏👏

    • @VicariousVoyager
      @VicariousVoyager  4 роки тому +4

      Thank you, glad you’re enjoying my videos!

    • @danielhan8995
      @danielhan8995 4 роки тому +2

      Vicarious Voyager You could get 100k in about a year. No joke...

  • @bvimadness
    @bvimadness 4 роки тому +1

    Man your vids are the best! Your graphics tho, 😂

  • @spencerqiu557
    @spencerqiu557 4 роки тому

    最后一段的BGM很不错 非常享受你的影片 加油 lol :)

  • @imohiudd11
    @imohiudd11 4 роки тому +1

    Hillarious

  • @santhoshferrari4107
    @santhoshferrari4107 4 роки тому +1

    Vicarious Voyager is the shit. His reports are awesome

  • @omarzaifulizan3064
    @omarzaifulizan3064 4 роки тому

    how come this guy doesn't have more subs. His visuals/graphics amazes me

  • @gsharrod
    @gsharrod 4 роки тому

    As always enjoy the snark

  • @airbai
    @airbai 2 роки тому

    You're funny!!! Subscribing right now ;)

  • @stefanpreiss2657
    @stefanpreiss2657 4 роки тому +5

    NZ crew checking in

  • @ricoelgordolocosabor4173
    @ricoelgordolocosabor4173 2 роки тому

    He’s a genius. Period.

  • @hangrovefernandez4875
    @hangrovefernandez4875 4 роки тому

    take care!注意安全

  • @lyzgeorge
    @lyzgeorge 4 роки тому +7

    the logo covered on the gate number disapeared after 0:12

  • @poopsie117
    @poopsie117 4 роки тому

    0:02 awkward hands gang, I love it LOL

  • @solomonwang1041
    @solomonwang1041 4 роки тому +1

    here before 1 million subs

  • @no_proxxiv4163
    @no_proxxiv4163 4 роки тому

    Congrats Sir, you just became my favorite traveling asian…

  • @mhatalquiros
    @mhatalquiros 4 роки тому +2

    I’m obsessed. Lol.

  • @deliomarciofallerpereira
    @deliomarciofallerpereira 3 роки тому

    Gostei. Serviço bem generoso.

  • @99ketaman
    @99ketaman 4 роки тому +15

    Once again, you are easily the most underrated flight reviewer out there. I'm glad I've found you.
    May I ask what your profession is?

    • @danielhan8995
      @danielhan8995 4 роки тому +1

      Some sort of medical professional or student

  • @ramittyagi667
    @ramittyagi667 4 роки тому +1

    1:14 ....aka 50 % of the reason why I'm here( to see those amazing graphics of airports)

  • @matprlz
    @matprlz 4 роки тому +1

    Dude, your content is incredible...got to k ow more about your job though. Consultant surely?

  • @tomcole7688
    @tomcole7688 4 роки тому +2

    You sir, are a UA-cam treasure, we need our society to get over this virus so you can resume regular flying! Thanks for making my day!

  • @88brandonlee88
    @88brandonlee88 4 роки тому +1

    6:50
    Was there a sale on sneakers the day you bought yours? It looks like your seatmate is wearing the same kicks as you. White sneakers with red laces... is that a popular combo in Canada, eh?

  • @wkdravenna
    @wkdravenna 4 роки тому +5

    Excellent use of your credit card.

  • @ThePhotographyRebuttal
    @ThePhotographyRebuttal 4 роки тому

    Love your channel! You'll surpass Sam Chui soon enough. And of course you use better graphics - how do you make them by the way?

  • @Jbbbbb282
    @Jbbbbb282 4 роки тому +1

    💕💕

  • @altasph1231
    @altasph1231 3 роки тому +1

    I live in Edmonton and I always prefer WestJet over air canada for domestic and trans border flights based on the overall service quality they offer. Now WestJet has more 787s and the business class on those planes are amazing, Sam chui did a video on that and it’s no doubtfully better than ac’s signature business class, and I am looking forward to choosing WestJet for more long haul international flights.

  • @brilliantbutblue
    @brilliantbutblue 3 роки тому +2

    $700 does seem fairly pricey for a snall meal and a snack box. Glad you did the trip on Westjet for us nonetheless👍

    • @ej3016
      @ej3016 2 роки тому +1

      but the legroom and more comfortable seat might be worth it if your business is paying for ticket 🤔 had an uncle for flew regularly in the 60’s thru 80’s from Toronto to any number of large cities in Europe - when as kids we pestered him about flying economy not business - will clean up his language 😉 he said “the front end of the plane touches down seconds before the back end” so why spend all that extra money for a couple of seconds 🤣😂

  • @brianlaswiss5779
    @brianlaswiss5779 2 роки тому

    I wonder why Westjet did not go with a full interior refresh of the 737 max 8 from the new 787 interior with both the new economy seating and premium economy seating and even the new look of the Toilets from the 787 to the 737 Max 8 to have the same look on the 787-9 & 737 Max 8 & Q400 planes so when you get on board a WestJet they all have the same look inside & out

  • @jasonchiang8092
    @jasonchiang8092 4 роки тому

    最后一段bgm不能更好听了 果然是我关注的最宝藏频道!!!爱了

  • @billj8968
    @billj8968 4 роки тому

    TTC - Toronto Tardiness Commission? Haven't heard the TTC referred to that before - but hilarious!! Also - why were you distancing from your camera at the very start of the vlog?

  • @TravelwithIvan
    @TravelwithIvan 4 роки тому +1

    Finally an excellent aviation related vlogger out of YYZ!

  • @wrongnumberz
    @wrongnumberz 4 роки тому +1

    3:02 Rare footage of how a family starts