March 19, 2020

REVIEW – China Southern International Sky Pearl VIP Lounge : Guangzhou CAN T2

I was extremely pleasantly surprised by the China Southern International Sky Pearl VIP lounge.My expectation was one of brusque or standoffish service, subpar food, no amenities and a lack of viable seating options.Instead I got to eat amazingly fresh and delicious Chinese food, participated in a tea ceremony and was able to charge my devices whilst sitting very comfortably in one of ten or more viable seating areas. The staff cleared plates and wiped tables at a prodigious rate and did so with a smile...
March 22, 2020

REVIEW – China Southern : Business Class – A321 – Guangzhou CAN to Saigon SGN

This was a superb flight and the defining feature for me was the service. This was better than I could ever have hoped for in short haul business.  The PA that talked us through the flight details, the prioritisation of business class passengers, the slipper service, instant clearing of wrappers and empty trays, proactive drinks top ups and the genuine warmth when the FA noticed Kamara's reading light wasn't turned on - all hallmarks of great service.
March 25, 2020

REVIEW – Park Hyatt Saigon (Vietnam)

Not only does this hotel meet every single requirement on my basics checklist, it truly goes above and beyond. If you don't mind the more antiquated style, you are certain to have a great stay here - especially if you reserve one of the rooms with direct pool access. I loved the resort like feel of the pool coupled with access to one of the coolest local hangouts in the form of 2 Lam Son bar.
March 19, 2020

REVIEW – China Southern International Sky Pearl VIP Lounge : Guangzhou CAN T2

I was extremely pleasantly surprised by the China Southern International Sky Pearl VIP lounge.My expectation was one of brusque or standoffish service, subpar food, no amenities and a lack of viable seating options.Instead I got to eat amazingly fresh and delicious Chinese food, participated in a tea ceremony and was able to charge my devices whilst sitting very comfortably in one of ten or more viable seating areas. The staff cleared plates and wiped tables at a prodigious rate and did so with a smile...
March 22, 2020

REVIEW – China Southern : Business Class – A321 – Guangzhou CAN to Saigon SGN

This was a superb flight and the defining feature for me was the service. This was better than I could ever have hoped for in short haul business.  The PA that talked us through the flight details, the prioritisation of business class passengers, the slipper service, instant clearing of wrappers and empty trays, proactive drinks top ups and the genuine warmth when the FA noticed Kamara's reading light wasn't turned on - all hallmarks of great service.
March 25, 2020

REVIEW – Park Hyatt Saigon (Vietnam)

Not only does this hotel meet every single requirement on my basics checklist, it truly goes above and beyond. If you don't mind the more antiquated style, you are certain to have a great stay here - especially if you reserve one of the rooms with direct pool access. I loved the resort like feel of the pool coupled with access to one of the coolest local hangouts in the form of 2 Lam Son bar.