“Filipino hospitality at its best”. I always like to fly with Philippine Airlines because of its overall hospitality and outstanding execution of inflight service. I believe Filipinos are mostly genuine, helpful, friendly and caring and these values really stand out. Nice documentary Josh.

Asia's first and existing airline is back on its feet!

@delmonte4824

5 жыл бұрын

"Asia's oldest airline operating under its original name."

@delmonte4824

5 жыл бұрын

@Cody J there is air india..which was called 'tata' airlines 1932.the oldest,but because they were called 'tata' airlines afterwards... air india... philippine airlines is the oldest because it was operating their "Philippine Air Lines" since 1941. "Tata Airlines" became Air India 1946.

@santoshvictor

5 жыл бұрын

@@delmonte4824 dude u guys didnt even have escalators in your airport and besides not a proper runway where as we had our aircraft division HAL and better airports in four cities ; unlike only one international airport like manila

@archsword2446

5 жыл бұрын

@@santoshvictor Clark International Airport, Mactan International Airport, Iloilo International Airport, Laoag International Airport, Davao International Airport all in the Philippines. A380 landed in all of them. Escalators and walkalators are all in the plan and probably we will have airport inside a mall too as 4 of the worlds biggest mall are in the Philippines.

@largesoda1729

5 жыл бұрын

I mean Japan Airlines was technically part Philippine Airlines when their first aircraft was a leased out DC-4 from PAL. Not sure if it was leased or sold completely.

Philippine Airlines - founded in 1941 and is the first and oldest commercial airline in Asia operating under its original name.

@francis6028

4 жыл бұрын

@Mama Mia its 4 stars not 5

@jamesmagallanes7303

4 жыл бұрын

Mama Mia No need to bring it out. Everyone has room for improvements. :)

@halofire4725

4 жыл бұрын

Back in the golden days of the Philippines.

@easiadr7130

4 жыл бұрын

And still has a lousy old business lounge at the NAIA.

I flew them in economy and it was my best economy longhaul ever, aircraft cleanliness, catering, everything on top. Too bad they only fly from London in Europe.

@Genesis-3907

4 жыл бұрын

Hm I flew in the a350 from to Toronto to Manila and back

@flipprthereal1138

4 жыл бұрын

Some reports state that they are considering to fly into Milan and Paris.

@airzulu2733

3 жыл бұрын

They used to fly via Frankfurt then onto London gatwick several years back using a B747 . The probable reason they use London is they have many Philippines people living in the uk. It's a popular route .

@jaycastro07

Ай бұрын

They used to fly to different parts of Europe: Madrid, Amsterdam, London, Frankfurt, Rome, Paris, Milan, Athens, etc but now 😢

I literally just got off this airline from Manila to JFK, and even the experience in economy class is amazing. Yes, there are it’s downsides, like a huge line for the bathroom, but the seats are comfortable, I thought the food was pretty okay, (I think they could do better), and the crew was so caring, and nice. I would reccomend this airline highly. Great review dude! Keep up the good work.

Damn this Filipinos are improving salute to you guys!!! Nice honest review Josh commended! 👏👏👏

@olivelo-fi4173

4 жыл бұрын

Did he not mention that the seats in business class could turn into full-flat beds? 😊

The Asia’s First Airline in getting back on track... Kudos Philippine Airlines!!! Mabuhay.

Philippine airlines is running to 5 star. Hope to fly soon with their new A350. Nice vid.

@kianakan96826

5 жыл бұрын

I really hope so too! Got to be 5 star!

@levy7340

5 жыл бұрын

@banyu biru I agree with you!😂

@ABCDEF-bo3dl

5 жыл бұрын

Aiming for 5 star. Not running to 5 star.

@axilla5439

4 жыл бұрын

@@ABCDEF-bo3dl its the same dude

@ABCDEF-bo3dl

4 жыл бұрын

米山武 No it’s not.

Philippine Airlines is bejng named as the MOST Improved airlines based on SKYTRAX review 2019. Nice informative travel vlog vid. Thanks much for sharing.

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@mikhel32

5 жыл бұрын

tnx josh u featured pal a350, a great review i love it, take care and god bless u always, more subscribers this 2019😉😉😉😊😊😊

@delmonte4824

5 жыл бұрын

This is exactly the 1to1 review from london that i'm looking for (premium economy) Zuviel information.

@mainakchakraborty5727

5 жыл бұрын

It was a nice product, i think. And as always well done dear josh

@travellinronzky

5 жыл бұрын

It's nice seeing u repeat in with Philippine airlines...good job

@Zaki-db1mw

5 жыл бұрын

Love your vids Why not try the B777 PAL! :)

compared to the major ASEAN airlines, PAL is really improving their cabin.

@kungphu7680

4 жыл бұрын

Manila Flyer that’s because most ASEAN airlines already HAVE improved cabins. Take the obvious example, Singapore.

@Voltaic_Fire

3 жыл бұрын

ASEAN?

@alexpaglinawan4297

2 жыл бұрын

@@Voltaic_Fire association of southeast asian nations

@Voltaic_Fire

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexpaglinawan4297 Oooh. Thanks for letting me know.

I flew on Philipine Airlines in November 2018 on the Heathrow-Manila flights PR721 & 721 and had a A350 both ways (RP-C3506 out and 3504 back). I was in economy and found it to be a good experience. I am quite tall at over 6ft (186cm) but had no trouble with the long flights as the seat pitch was so good, more room than Thai Airways which is the only other carrier i have been on long haul with. The A350 took off quite fast compared to other aircraft i have been on (A340-300, A340-600, A380, B747 & B777) and the flight was about an hour shorter than when i last flew on Philipines which used an A340-300. The food on this trip was quite good for steerage class and the cabin crew were friendly and helpfull throughout. The only bad point of my trip was getting onto the aircraft at Ninoy Aquino to come home, a right old rigmarole with about 3 lots of security before you get on the plane-there's even another security check after the main security check when you are airside at the airport! But overall a great airline to fly with.

Philippine Airlines has really stepped up its game quite a bit. Very nice aircraft and service.

Heres the catch, Once you fly business its hard to go back to economy

@roberthignacio

5 жыл бұрын

So tru

@chakadoll9216

5 жыл бұрын

so fuckin true. been flying in business for 3 straight years. i ll be flying in economy this february and i dont know if i will survive a 9 hour flight lol.

@omgreensexpress5396

5 жыл бұрын

@@roberthignacio so true...plus I have fear of flying and luxury surrounding does mitigate the fear

@jjaus

5 жыл бұрын

Yep, last flew economy 16 years ago. Only business class now. Won't go back so we have fewer holidays and savings.

@normatible9795

5 жыл бұрын

So true, those free items make me happy and i forget my fear

Economy class on Philippine airlines -- My wife and I took a new A350 from San Diego to Manila last April on Philippine airlines and it was very nice. I am 6-0 tall and 300 lbs and I had enough room -- wife is 5-3 and 125 lbs - seats were comfortable and a sufficient amount of room (width). Other than serving "Asian" foods (rice, fish, etc.) and NOT giving full cans of pop, I was VERY happy with Philippine airlines, their staff and their procedures. I would definitely fly them again!

Mabuhay! Thank you for choosing Philippine Airlines! Asia’s first airline.

@jocelynorquillas8507

4 жыл бұрын

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@Genesis-3907

4 жыл бұрын

Philippine Airlines: The Heart of the Filipino

The business class seats looked really amazing. The economy class seats looked comfy and not very cramped. The in-fight Wifi is a great addition, i think. The service looked satisfying. Thanks for sharing!! *Request:* Can you do an Economy class review for any of your up coming flights, please?????

Will always fly Philippine Airlines whenever I go back home!😁 Always love my Filipino crew in the sky😁

Nice review! I'm going the PAL A350-900 from JFK-MNL in February 2019. Can't wait. Thank you for posting this informative and thorough review!

@brenlyndellosa9746

5 жыл бұрын

How's your experience?

PAL has the most relaxing cabin music ever

Another great video and review Josh - I love your style. I flew Philippine Airlines HKG to MNL back in the old Kai Tak days. I remember even in economy they gave all pax a gift - a cultural thing. Look forward to next review 👍

Great review as always! Really wish Philippine Airlines all the best in becoming a 5 Star Airlines someday! :D

@mairuwuki5150

5 жыл бұрын

Bad reputation. Oversold tickets and does not informed consumers that they have no seats reserved for them.

@ayatosbigcok

4 жыл бұрын

I agree😜

@axilla5439

4 жыл бұрын

@@mairuwuki5150 your just jelus

@orestesmorano935

3 жыл бұрын

@Ryle the Explorer you should try the airport in Cebu The Mactan International Airport Its also here in philippines

Cant wait for my flight next week! I'll be travelling Melbourne-Manila via PAL Premium economy. Thanks for this Josh! Amazing as always! 👌👌👌👌

I tried the premium seats on that same aircraft from Mnl to sfo. It was so comfy!!! We got a free upgrade

I like the premium economy concept, especially the additional space and confort of the seat as well as the better service. And sometimes it is not much more expensive than economy if you can book sales.

I like your take on PAL's premium economy. It is definitely a brand new product and for the airline, it really is trial and error in terms of the seat, amenities and food. Your input here would help the airline adjust whatever is lacking. But they definitely are moving into the right direction.

This Premium Economy looks perfect even for long flights! Much better than regional Lufthansa Business in A320! 😁

Thanks for another great video!Premium economy is worth it for a 12 hour flight. The larger seat, additional leg room and a smaller quieter cabin make premium economy worth the extra cost. While a nicer meal would be nice, it’s not my priority, the extra room for 12 hours is what’s important to me. I can’t afford business class but I can afford premium economy.

Thank you for flying my country's flag carrier! Philippine Airlines has indeed raised the level on their A350-900s and their brand new A321 neos... Great video mate!

We flew PAL from London to Manila last December. The service was way much better compared the last time I flew 2015. Staff were friendly. Food is good. More leg room. And free wifi.

Philippine airlines has its ups and downs... But crew service has always remained consistently excellent!!! Am proud of our national airlines!! Hopefully our new airport will be operational in a year or so.. It is world class standard...

That's why I love PH airlines... the FAs and their service is amazing! The friendliest FAs based on my experience, in my 30+ travels, 20 of them is Philippine Airlines.

I guess being Asia's first airline the Philippine Airline just wanna give back to the people what quality services of the Airline has to offer and that is pure service and a well attended crew or staff and of course the modern fleet.

Nice review Josh and great to see different product reviewed.... Highly recommend China Airlines A350 Premium Economy, they have one less seat a row in this cabin 2-3-2 and also the seats are hard shell backs so seat in front is not encroaching into your space. Food was similar to Economy, but slightly larger portions and think one extra course. Also got the same amenity kit as business class and have access to the same “bar” area as business class, which is between both cabins and basically an area you can help yourself to drinks and snacks. The in-flight entertainment let it down as limited western options, as usually the case with the smaller Asian airlines compared to Cathay and Singapore, but was enough for my one trip. Crew were nice, but didn’t seem use to western travellers and limited English. I paid £1200 London-Taipei-Sydney return, which is a bargain when was over £2000 with BA, Qantas and the major Asian carriers and would refuse to pay that price. I have no regrets travelling on such a long journey in that class, but not sure it’s worth the price of two economy tickets? Also had to endure 5 hour connection in Taipei, and when on such a long journey the long transit time does drag!

looked good...as I heard not so good things from others about flying the airline. Gotta try it myself one day. For sure is that the food looked much better than Qantas flights. My flight from Bangkok to SYD with Qantas , the food was just ok and you can tell that Qantas is cutting cost big time compared to other Asian airlines

Great vlog Josh, the seat looks great and the food seems delicious 👍 i always enjoy your video. You have inspired me to start a KZread airline review channel myself. Safe travel always!

Hi Josh! Thank you for choosing the flag carrier of the Philippines, and I agree with you, the PAL's crew is very accommodating and cares much about their passengers.

I fly in their business class premium economy and even economy i love the food being serve yummy service is really good

Great flight josh! Thank you for flying our flag airline carrier Philippine Airlines A350. Hope to fly again with Philippine Airlines! And as always, safe travels..

I just come across your channel when I was researching about Air China. I was impressed with your honest reviews about Air Canada and Malaysia airlines and how you handled the hostile experience. Now this! Awesome review. Have ‘t been back home to Philippines in 14 years, I wish there is Philippines Airlines flight here from metro DC.

Thank you for this vid, Josh! I have bid for an upgrade in my PAL flight and will find out soon if I get the good seat!

great report . i used to check there flights in atLGW in the late 80s early 90s when they had the queen of the sky's 747.. looking for ward to this years reports . Happy New Year to you

I'm so glad there's a new fleet for PAL. I have flown with them many times. Going from Business class to Premium, I don't think there's comparison, that's still a bit tight for me.. That's my opinion. I do like the one-two-one config. and must have the seat near all the time. I love this video of yours, thanks for sharing.. Love love love

I flew on this flight a month or so earlier, in November 2018. A brand new A350 both ways fro LHR to MNL & return. It is indeed a great plane, the spped of take off was fantastic. And as you said, not a noisey aircraft either. I was in economy but the cabin crew were great. The food was nothing special but wasn't bad either, quite acceptable. I had flown on thsis flight a few years earlier on a A340-300, there was no IFE and the flight took longer than with the A350 but again the cabin crew were great! I may well splurge on a business class ticket one day but i really don't think premium economy is worth it although the extra leg room looks nice, i am 6ft 4in! I only recently found your vids, i find them enjoyable, i hope you make many more.....

Wow for the upgrade! Finally serving Europe again, it's been a while because of some issues. Mabuhay,!

Generally you pay for a better seat. With most premium economy seats, you usually share your first meal with business (although trayed VS plated) and then your second meal is shared with economy. Your snacks and drink offerings are usually better than economy.

@side-fish

5 жыл бұрын

If it's like that, then I think that's pretty fair.

@baybayonsincanada4474

5 жыл бұрын

How's the underseat? Is the space bigger than the regular seat? Can you fit a 19" backpack? Thank you.

@kianakan96826

5 жыл бұрын

I was always disappointed with Philippine Airlines Premium Economy food - it's just like Economy.

also PAL's business class on their A350 and A330 tri class features a massage function so you could have a relaxed flight

This Premium Economy Class looks great! Also a eminity kit and some welcome drink as well!

For me it also includes the meal experience and is why when I fly to a Asia from the US I fly on Delta Premium Select which is a very similar seating arrangement with a first class meal service... 👍

Thanks Josh I love philippine airlines.. ever since i was a child.. still the best airline for me... You should try the business class.. it's more better than premium economy... looking forward for your next flight with philippine airlines..

Wow! proud Filipino here... Thanks for patronizing Philippine Airline, our flag carrier. Love it sir!👏👏💖💗👍🏻👍🏻

Im so happy to watch ur videos and yes premium economy in philippine airlines is fantastic i have tried it..business class and economy as well

Thanks John for liking the Philippine Air Lines New Airbus. Love from the Philippines

Such a beautiful vlog and I’ve been waiting a review of the a350 of Philippine airlines in long haul flight and you were the first one to do it❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

I use PAL for all my flights to USA west coast. Would very much like to fly on the A-350 to SFO or LAX.

The catering I do agree they should offer something a bit more than the Regular Economy, meaning something a bit closer to Business Class. I think the main difference is the seat and the more room that comes along with it is where things are all similar for the Premium Economy. Proper towel and/or welcome drinks are highly divided like the catering. Slightly more personalised service is also paramount for a Premium Economy. As of filming you did mention that there's still a lot of room for refinement.

Thank you for the great video. And thank you for choosing philippine airline.

*Great video. Great aircraft. Great aircraft.* What else can I ask for for on a Friday? :D

To correct you, the refurb A330 of PAL used for Hawaiian, some East and SE Asian and Oceania routes are the first plane to introduce the new cabin

Finally, Philippine Airlines

This was my aircraft from Manila to London Heathrow. I had a lovely flight.

@shenolhassan3284

4 жыл бұрын

how much did it cost to fly here please

@axilla5439

4 жыл бұрын

@@shenolhassan3284 PHP, 15000 22000 economy

As an airline aficionado I am really enjoying reviews like yours. I've been watching Sam Chui's a lot and now I'm gonna be watching yours too. Happy and safe travels and keep the entertaining airline reviews coming.

@Energoscels

5 жыл бұрын

Nahhh. I stop watching sam chui videos. It's a biased pay review. I just found out that he demand to some airline just to give some positive reviews which is not helping to a passenger who are looking for a real reviews.

Wow! My Asia's favorite airline aside fr.Qatar Airways i wish they have this A 350 Love Bus Doha to Manila.

Love how honest and positive you are whenever you encounter great product and service.

The seat looks almost like the Singapore airlines one.

On a good note, my last trip last July had their socks (17:50) changed from dark color blue to lighter blue. PAL must have listened to you.

This Airline has jazz music! 😊

I flew their 350 from YYZ to MNL. A beautiful flight, the A350 is a must plus the Philippines service was awesome. This is now my preferred way to get to BKK from YYZ. Philippines is #1 followed by EVA

I live in NY and i have always flown the direct PAL flight from NY to Manila and i have always loved it! it’s a bit more expensive but I like the nonstop 16 hr flight it saves me time. It is comfortable and the crew is amazingly gracious. It feels good to be flying with your own people. The big bird is also very clean and very nice. I am going home again this December and will definitely fly Philippine Airlines direct flight from NY to Manila again! 😀

@mr.c5217

Жыл бұрын

Doing the same exact flight soon thats why I'm watching the video. FIRST time going to the Philippines!

Great reviews as always. You and James Asquith are my go-to KZreadr for travel info

Thank you for anther great review. I choose premiums economy class for the smaller (quieter) cabin and additional leg room. Food, priority boarding and any other extras are nice to have but not essential for me. A quieter cabin and more leg room are essential for a 13 hour trip. Finally I think its important to compare premium Economy to econonomy class (not business) and decide if it worth the extra cost. Obviously business class is much nicer but its also much more expensive and you get what you pay for (and paying $5, 000 for a businesses class seat is just not in my budget....).

Looks like PR has a nice premium economy product. Your video is very informative. Always difficult to know what you get at different airlines in premium economy, some airlines only change more without giving anything extra compared to economy others charge a tiny bit extra and give you much more. My best premium economy has been in SK and CI regarding price/value

Blue is *IN* Josh! No matter it is socks or a tie! Great video once again! 👌👌I am flying EY tomorrow. If inflight net is available then will surely re-watch your vlogs!

I've always overlooked Philippine Airlines with my travels from Asia to America. But when I see there name come up on my next ticket search, I'll definitely give them consideration on my next flight. Good review. I do have one question, if a person in-front of you reclines, does it pitch the angle of the tv down? I noticed the whole seat moved when you reclined.

I'm flying Toronto to Manila on premium economy. Hope it helps with the 16.5 hour flight.

Before COVID, I flew from MNL to SFO in the very seat you’re sitting on (22A), and I only had to pay an extra $100 one-way on top of the economy fare, which was definitely a bargain for a 12 hour flight.

@jolissa11

2 жыл бұрын

did you have to upgrade 24 hours before your flight?

Hi Josh. I so enjoy your videos that you put out. You do great detail vlogs and you speak so well with detail on every airline you ✈🛫🛬. Keep up the great vlogs until your next video🤩🤩🤩

My favorite Airline along with Cathay Pacific....❤️❤️❤️

WRONG - at 3:35 you state that the Premium Economy was only introduced since the Airbus 350, but it has been available on the Airbus 330-300 before the 350. Very nice review!

Beautiful Philippine Airlines! Thanks.😁😍😁😍😁😍😁😍

The only improvement I can see is upping their meals in Premium Economy. Like Josh said, the FA told him food is exactly the same in PE compared to Economy. On most other Asian carriers, the food is upgraded in Premium Economy, otherwise nice going, PAL !

I love Philippine Airlines...I also enjoy watching your vlog Josh ...keep it up 😊

Hi Josh. Delta's A350 Delta One has individual "pods" in their premium class.

SQ gives you priority boarding/disembarkation, extra baggage, higher points accrual, different meals including selection from book the cook, basic amenity kit, and welcome drink (inc champagne!)... I find them worthwhile for me considering I arrive better rested at the other end of my flights. I even prefer SQ in Y+ over J for anything below 8 hours.

Good for you that you were 'pre-boarded'. PAL's premium economy seat is almost the same as SIA's and PAL's business class seat on the A350 is the same as SAS'.

Asia's first ✈️🇵🇭 Shining through

New sub. From philippines. Thank u for the great and honest review.

Like the quote..."PHILIPPINE AIRLINES YOU ROCK"...Thanks CAHILL...

great review so excited to experience this beautiful bird a350

New sub, this review made me want to travel with Philippine airline :) cheers mate

Hi Josh. I flew Qantas from Sydney to Johannesburg February 2017 13 hrs was worth the extra money. Food 100 times better than economy and the wine was from Business class except for the sparkling. I’m 6”2” and had so much legroom. Love too see you do a review with Qantas in PE. Was also in the queen of the sky 747. Love your reviews keep up the good work. Happy travels.

@skyant3030

5 жыл бұрын

Wow

My first time to fly Premium Economy with PAL A350 from Toronto-Manila on a 16.5 longhaul flight and indeed it was awesome.

@jkbaker01

6 ай бұрын

I'm about to book that flight for my family of 4 (2 teenagers) and want to know if it's worth it for the extra $5k CAD?

@fernandosegovia9426

6 ай бұрын

@@jkbaker01 Yes definitely worth doing so, enjoy your flight with PAL

I have flown many times with PAL in business and the comfort and on board experience has always been superb. My first encounter with the A350 was a familiarity flight between BKK and MNL. It replaced the 777 the following year on the LHR route.

Hey Josh I really adore all your videos. You are so down to earth and all your videos are so good to watch. Keep up the good job in future...

ilove to fly with philippine air...proud pinoy!😍😍😉😄😁

Great review! Is there an exclusive lavatory for premium economy passengers in this configuration? Or is it shared with business class?

Premium economy class will be a great option. Comfortable seats and extra amenities mean a lot in a long distance flight.

I flew premium economy from Sydney on PAL and it gets you priority access with security in Sydney (with J and F pax) and also boarding I think I recall, so the perks were worth it I think.

Philippine airlines defiantly improved

Watching your videos, have a question - how you react when turbulence starts, so many trips you did, maybe staying just calm?