FLIGHT REVIEWS
My Love of Airlines, Aviation & the Joy of Flying
Welcome to The Private Traveller’s curated collection of luxury flight reviews — where my lifelong passion for aviation meets a love for exploring the skies in style.
As a dedicated aviation enthusiast, I’ve spent decades flying with some of the world’s best airlines, experiencing everything from iconic aircraft to exclusive in-flight services. One of my most treasured memories? Flying on Concorde during its final weeks of operation — an unforgettable moment in aviation history.
This section is devoted to sharing first-hand insights into the full flying experience — from planning and booking, to airport lounges, onboard service, and everything in between. Whether you're curious about business class on Qatar Airways, the comfort of Emirates First Class, or lounge access at Heathrow, you’ll find honest, detailed reviews to help you travel smarter and more confidently.
Each review covers:
Pre-flight planning & booking tips
Check-in and lounge experiences
Cabin design, seats, service & dining onboard
Overall impressions and recommendations
Whether you're a fellow AV geek or simply seeking the best way to fly in comfort, join me as we explore the skies — one flight at a time.
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British Airways Club Suites – London to Los Angeles in Business Class (BA281)
Fly in style with British Airways Club Suites from London to Los Angeles. Read our full review covering booking, lounge access, in-flight service, and why BA’s Club Suites are a top choice for luxury travel.
A First-Class Journey with British Airways: LHR to Boston Experience
Experience the luxury of British Airways First Class on a transatlantic flight from London Heathrow to Boston, with top-notch service, comfort, and dining.
Sky High Chronicles: Exploring Edinburgh to Palma with British Airways CityFlyer Club Europe
I recently rediscovered the seasonal direct BA flight to Palma in Mallorca, one of Spain’s stunning Balearic Islands. This destination has always been on our travel list, especially with the new Virgin Limited Edition hotel, Son Bunyola, opening in June 2023.
Sky High Luxury: A First-Class Journey on BA283 from LHR to LAX aboard the Iconic Boeing 747
If you book first class with British Airways you can pre-book a spa appointment at the Elemis travel spas in London Heathrow terminal 3 or 5A (link here). This can be done from 28 days before you travel up to 48 hours before your flight.
Sky High Critique: Unveiling the Experience on BA460 from London Heathrow to Madrid in Club Europe
On the way to Ecuador, flying via Madrid with Iberia, we opted to fly a day early and have an overnight stop there to enjoy the city again (and try out a different ‘Leading Hotels of the World’ hotel).
From Rio to London: A Sky-High Journey on BA 248 Dreamliner
All in all a good flight, cabin crew were ok and the aircraft new, spacious and comfortable. The flight routing was mainly 11.9km up at 39,000 feet - we arrived at the terminal 5C arrival stand on time.
Skybound Chronicles: Exploring the Skies with British Airways - London to Johannesburg 747 Flight Review
It’s been some since we’ve flown BA long haul, more recently preferring Qatar Airways. We decided to use up some Avios though and booked flights to/from Johannesburg as our route to Madagascar as both were overnight flights.