I tried to hire a car at LAX through Thrifty after an overnight flight from Aus and it took me 5 hours to get served. Welcome to the USA. 🇺🇸 What a nightmare 💩
I did Auckland to Buenos Aires in 2001, arriving same day hours before we left! On QF in a 744. In an exit row seat. What an adventure! Great vlog, love to see more interactions with your family, and how they perceive the luxury of your travels !
Are there other f1 Photographers out there? I ask because I feel bad for them because Kym iIllman is killing it with these blogs. This is one Monopoly I do not mind.
That domestic business class flight is absolute robbery! Looks closer to budget European airline standards than mid-distance business class! Great video as always though Kym! Appreciate the effort and production value that goes into your content
12:26 you can physically see the change when the bright lights and pumped oxygen hits Kym and wakes him up 😂 For real though, love the content mate. Another great vid 👍
Love Kym’s videos! Did make me wince a little when he pushed open the screen on the A380. I see a few people do that - it’s not very well labelled but there is a button that opens and closes the screen automatically. Not a big deal of course and glad to see he still likes the qantas product.
Love all your videos, Kym! The F1 vids, travel vids, behind-the-scenes vids, it's all awesome! We always look for you during the F1 broadcasts and usually catch several glimpses of you every race weekend; we yell out "and stay passionate!" every time. I just received my order of your bucket hats in both colors and love wearing them. Keep up the great work!
4:55 Hello Kim, I really enjoyed this Video 👍I just wanted to Point out that Emirates and Qatar are Both very profitable Airlines so for example Emitates made a 3 Billion Dollar Profit last year alone
Singapore Airlines, is by far the best airline for everything. Especially redemption for premium seating. Crew is the best, Airport is the best. Revenue is exceptional. Local staff in Australia made 7mths Bonus this year.
I've been making mental notes of how you rate food and while I understand the integers, I am often bewildered and very amused by how you assign the decimals. Keeps my interest piqued. Definitely more engaging
Kym, when you land in LAX as a Qantas Gold or above, you can also go to AA flagship lounge when you have an Alaska Airlines ticket too. Definitely an upgrade on the Alaska lounge.
Tonya is a P1! Well obviously someone like to travel QF alot. I figure that you may travel more but you fly different alliances and you also use points when you can. Good to see that Qantas First has a seat that can stack up to the competition, I personally don't care if there is a door that only goes up to shoulder height or an open suite that QF has. I have only had 2 good steaks in the air. QF from LHR and EK from DXB. Evidently the secret is the ground kitchen needs to only sear it on both sides as the heating process on the plane galley will then cook it to medium rare. However some countires food standards won't allow this so the meat must be cooked further then it will be overcooked when it is reheated.
The old 737 aircraft that Qantas runs between Perth and the east coast are shocking for such a long flight. At least you didn't get the oldest aircraft in the Qantas fleet - a 22 year old 737 that routinely travels to/from Perth.
Thats not bad. Last year Sydney to entering the hotel 26 hrs 10min. From Perth thats impressive depending when the clock started. Mine was walking out my door in suburban Sydney. I would have wanted a delay to enjoy the first lounge in Sydney.
In regards to people saying you shouldn’t review Emirates, I think that is probably just mostly xenophobia. I think the fact they are state owned is commendable given the level of product they offer. I mean, in the UK our government can’t even fix a pothole on the road.
Great videos Kym. From a fellow Perth dweller. I don’t know how Qantas justify charging the same from PER to east coast for business on a 73 as they do for the A330. Also, which airline reward program do you get the most benefit from?
Highlight for yourself Kim must be the arrival of the Canon R1 production cameras to compare against the pre production R1 cameras and your current R3 bodies in both still and video output
Do you start booking as soon as the F1 calendar is confirmed, or do you set up alerts on Google Flights and book as the prices improve? There must also be a family meeting to figure out who is going where, and where will the holidays be. This sounds like there's an excel spreadsheet involved.
Still amazing how we went from some bipedal beings walking out of the Rift valley in Africa, to living all over the place...organising our silly sports where we move a set of 20 cars, 10 teams, loads of support staff and photographers all over the world in metal tubes in mere hours / days. All the while receiving fans also from all over the world.
Kym, you should do a video on what you would do if F1 hindered your ability to do business and make money for almost a week (every year, and you knew it would happen).
I once left my wallet in the seatback pocket and wasn't able to get it back unfortunately. Luckily was only out about $12 in cash and was just inconvenienced by not having ID and credit cards physically handy. Jace is lucky!
Given how outdated, aged and uninspiring the QANTAS business cabin is on the 737, I can’t quite believe it’s still in service and hasn’t been upgraded.
I fly in and out of SFO vs LAX way better flight to Las Vegas then the cattle car you were on as its so close to LAX they dont usually use larger aircraft unless its a connecting flight and American and United I try to avoid most foreign airlines are bettter then our US airlines
I mean there is Chairman’s Lounge but largely reserved for people in positions of power that the airline wants to keep on its good side. Can’t have pesky politicians voting for legislation that might harm the QANTAS profit machine!
I'm sure the average viewer of this channel doesn't really give a crap about how to fly business class across the world. It has absolutely no relevance to me anyway.
This is actually a channel where reviews are made of the service in business class (and above) of airlines. I watch it because I also sometimes travel those class and routes. I want to know what I’m paying for in advance so I can choose whether I want to spend my money on that service or otherwise, therefore I want to know his honest opinions good or otherwise. It’s not whinging , it’s a review.
When you're travelling like this a dozen times per year you make a review based on that, not that someone who can't afford travelling in the first place might get offended that you can travel expensively. And of course, being a frequent flyer, you get lots of points to spend aswell. Flights are products and should be reviewed as such.
@@bytex666 ok, point taken and well explained, I oppoligise for my harsh criticism. Know i love f1 Kym, never been to Melbourne, and never will. I was fortunate enough to see Adelaide 3 times, the sound will stay with me forever. Cheers.
Finding and returning the headphones is top notch service. I would've just assumed they were gone forever.
That has to just about be a world record for getting through LAX immigration and customs!
I tried to hire a car at LAX through Thrifty after an overnight flight from Aus and it took me 5 hours to get served.
Welcome to the USA. 🇺🇸
What a nightmare 💩
There's a high chance I controlled your flight into or out of Vegas, depending on which way you go! (I'm ATC) Enjoy the weekend Kym!
If so, you’ll be happy to know it went without a hitch
I did Auckland to Buenos Aires in 2001, arriving same day hours before we left! On QF in a 744. In an exit row seat. What an adventure!
Great vlog, love to see more interactions with your family, and how they perceive the luxury of your travels !
Plenty more to come
Are there other f1 Photographers out there? I ask because I feel bad for them because Kym iIllman is killing it with these blogs. This is one Monopoly I do not mind.
I remember my trip to Sydney. Las Vegas to Sydney on Quantas. I was not expecting all the humidity. Welcome to Vegas!
That domestic business class flight is absolute robbery! Looks closer to budget European airline standards than mid-distance business class!
Great video as always though Kym! Appreciate the effort and production value that goes into your content
12:26 you can physically see the change when the bright lights and pumped oxygen hits Kym and wakes him up 😂
For real though, love the content mate. Another great vid 👍
Nice to be reminded of the gate to transit to International at SYD Domestic, thank you. Enjoy the F1 festivities!
The intro of this video was really cool Kym! (First 11 seconds) Its been nice watching you become more engaging in your filmmaking!
It’s a never-ending grind and I’m glad you enjoy it
ouch , that bump with the head in the end...
Loved seeing you with the family, wife is very cute, son got your hair ❤❤❤
Love Kym’s videos! Did make me wince a little when he pushed open the screen on the A380. I see a few people do that - it’s not very well labelled but there is a button that opens and closes the screen automatically. Not a big deal of course and glad to see he still likes the qantas product.
Just brilliant Kym
Thank you for taking us along for another impressive journey.
Appreciate that!
Hello Kym, so lovely to see you and thank you for sharing, it's like I'm travelling with you! Greetings from Greece 👏❤️
And back at you
Love all your videos, Kym! The F1 vids, travel vids, behind-the-scenes vids, it's all awesome! We always look for you during the F1 broadcasts and usually catch several glimpses of you every race weekend; we yell out "and stay passionate!" every time. I just received my order of your bucket hats in both colors and love wearing them. Keep up the great work!
Thrilled to hear that Cory. Many thanks.
I know a four letter word followed up that head knock. 😂
4:55 Hello Kim, I really enjoyed this Video 👍I just wanted to Point out that Emirates and Qatar are Both very profitable Airlines so for example Emitates made a 3 Billion Dollar Profit last year alone
Well, my US audience tells me it’s not fair to compare those airlines with US airlines. So maybe it might be fair.
Singapore Airlines, is by far the best airline for everything. Especially redemption for premium seating. Crew is the best, Airport is the best. Revenue is exceptional. Local staff in Australia made 7mths Bonus this year.
I’m flying there suites next year and can’t wait
Your F1 Content is AWESOME! keep it up!
Lancelin would never get on TH-cam without you!
I really enjoyed this video. Thank you!
I appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed it!
I've been making mental notes of how you rate food and while I understand the integers, I am often bewildered and very amused by how you assign the decimals. Keeps my interest piqued. Definitely more engaging
I can’t wait to see some Vegas photos with an R1
Brilliant video, thanks Kym 😃
Glad you enjoyed it!
You’d think with the amount of flying you do you’d be use to the low overhead lockers 😂 great video.. enjoy the LVGP 👌
another travel vlog 😍
Yep. You get one every time I go from race to race.
Enjoy Lost Vegas , those a 380 a nice long haul and the Airbus350 is very nice as well. Enjoy the dry heat ..😉
Static electricity is a big problem here as is a dry throat
Kym, when you land in LAX as a Qantas Gold or above, you can also go to AA flagship lounge when you have an Alaska Airlines ticket too. Definitely an upgrade on the Alaska lounge.
Thanks for the tip
“Where are your headphones Jase?”
“Pre-boarded”😂😂😂
Viva Las Vegas!!!!!
That headbump in the outro looked painful, but still made my day. Sorry Kym. 😀
Tonya is a P1! Well obviously someone like to travel QF alot. I figure that you may travel more but you fly different alliances and you also use points when you can.
Good to see that Qantas First has a seat that can stack up to the competition, I personally don't care if there is a door that only goes up to shoulder height or an open suite that QF has.
I have only had 2 good steaks in the air. QF from LHR and EK from DXB. Evidently the secret is the ground kitchen needs to only sear it on both sides as the heating process on the plane galley will then cook it to medium rare. However some countires food standards won't allow this so the meat must be cooked further then it will be overcooked when it is reheated.
The old 737 aircraft that Qantas runs between Perth and the east coast are shocking for such a long flight. At least you didn't get the oldest aircraft in the Qantas fleet - a 22 year old 737 that routinely travels to/from Perth.
I’m interested what does Tanya do for a living to rack up so many points?! 😮
Thats not bad. Last year Sydney to entering the hotel 26 hrs 10min. From Perth thats impressive depending when the clock started. Mine was walking out my door in suburban Sydney. I would have wanted a delay to enjoy the first lounge in Sydney.
Clock started in Lancelin, 90 minutes north of Perth
Big trip mate! Was in Lano on the weekend for for a birthday party 🎉
Did you get out to the dunes?
In regards to people saying you shouldn’t review Emirates, I think that is probably just mostly xenophobia. I think the fact they are state owned is commendable given the level of product they offer. I mean, in the UK our government can’t even fix a pothole on the road.
12:36 is that one of those tesla trucks behing kim? In the wild!
Good morning Kym.
It’s obvious how much effort went into this!
Great videos Kym. From a fellow Perth dweller. I don’t know how Qantas justify charging the same from PER to east coast for business on a 73 as they do for the A330. Also, which airline reward program do you get the most benefit from?
Beggars belief
Highlight for yourself Kim must be the arrival of the Canon R1 production cameras to compare against the pre production R1 cameras and your current R3 bodies in both still and video output
I could never eat as much as you did. :-)
Hi Kym, I'm would love to know how you handle customs with your camera gear. thanks.
Do you start booking as soon as the F1 calendar is confirmed, or do you set up alerts on Google Flights and book as the prices improve? There must also be a family meeting to figure out who is going where, and where will the holidays be. This sounds like there's an excel spreadsheet involved.
I do and we use Google Drive
You have to do immigration and customs at the first landing point in the US because pre-911 domestic flights departure gates weren’t secure areas.
Still amazing how we went from some bipedal beings walking out of the Rift valley in Africa, to living all over the place...organising our silly sports where we move a set of 20 cars, 10 teams, loads of support staff and photographers all over the world in metal tubes in mere hours / days. All the while receiving fans also from all over the world.
Hi Kym. Wondering what camera/lens/mic you use for your walk around vlogging?
Canon R5 mk2 and rode ntg
Hi Kym, did you had any trouble adjusting from Right-Handed cars to Left-Handed Cars when you travel?
Never
Las Vegas GP tickets were reduced in lead up maybe slower sales after Ricciardo departure about month out...
Those ticket prices are insane.
Ouch!
Don't you gain a day if you cross the International Date Line traveling East?
@LlamasAreBest - yes, I believe you do.
Kym, you should do a video on what you would do if F1 hindered your ability to do business and make money for almost a week (every year, and you knew it would happen).
Next time try JSX from LAX to LAS. Semi private jet service.
Noted
I am a stay passionate 😃
did u make a loggy on aircraft ?
No, I did not
I once left my wallet in the seatback pocket and wasn't able to get it back unfortunately. Luckily was only out about $12 in cash and was just inconvenienced by not having ID and credit cards physically handy. Jace is lucky!
Good vedio mate 😊now on the way back do it in economy class in the middle seat and the middle row😂
That would’ve been me circa 1987
You coulda done it in 2 flights? Perth-London on Qantas and then London-Las Vegas on BA or Virgin?
Vegas traffic is already bad, I can only imagine how much worse it is this weekend
Is that beautiful bakery still there in Lancelin Kym??
It sure is.
@@KymIllman I got to get back up there someday. Thanks Kym and all the best for Las Vegas.
kym hitting his head is always my favourite kind of out take... sorry kym
Did you need to wear 2 watches to count the 31hrs 😂
It’s 9k but you don’t get qantas first class lounge and spa
Qantas all the way ❤
Is Kym more at home at the pointy end or on the track?
Lets see, buys Kym's book, or go to the race (cheap seats) or feed the family for couple weeks, decisions, decisions.............
its insane you spend my yearly rent on a single flight to LA
I have spent a few hundred dollars of cash. As I said in the video this was a points flight.
Qantas should be running the A330 between Perth and east coast capitals as standard. Their biz class product on the 737 is embarassing.
31 hours travelling!!!!😮. Nearly norms work week... insane.. being and aussie and work in f1... with todays fooked up calender.. nah
That minute steak looked repulsive
I remember me enjoying the taste though
You didn't rate the ice cream sandwich!
Why do you have 2 watches?
is perth airport still an absolute hole? haven't been there in 8 year or so
Given how outdated, aged and uninspiring the QANTAS business cabin is on the 737, I can’t quite believe it’s still in service and hasn’t been upgraded.
17k?
The pommery is $350...booom!!!
Your life must be hard my dude.
If by hard you mean never stopping working, yes
I fly in and out of SFO vs LAX way better flight to Las Vegas then the cattle car you were on as its so close to LAX they dont usually use larger aircraft unless its a connecting flight and American and United I try to avoid most foreign airlines are bettter then our US airlines
Bro just said qantas lounge better than Qatar and Emirates 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
Where are you hearing that!
It must be horrible being rich.
Qantas domestic Business Class is so much better than Virgin Australia
Isn’t it basically the same product, if flying a 737. Haven’t done it for so many years so I don’t know.
Both crap to be fair
I mean there is Chairman’s Lounge but largely reserved for people in positions of power that the airline wants to keep on its good side. Can’t have pesky politicians voting for legislation that might harm the QANTAS profit machine!
empty major airports all over now
I fly in and out of Sydney all the time, usually a madhouse..so Kym’s experience is highly unusual
@@julietteconnolly5140 yes me too buddy, but times is a changin - it will pick up during Christmas rush then die down again
Where’s the rest of your fam or they in there own hotel room
In Lancelin
I'm sure the average viewer of this channel doesn't really give a crap about how to fly business class across the world. It has absolutely no relevance to me anyway.
Booo hooo I feel so sorry for you travelling this far in business class try it in econ so sad
Done plenty of economy in my time
Oh to be able to experience this, stop your whinging mate.
This is actually a channel where reviews are made of the service in business class (and above) of airlines. I watch it because I also sometimes travel those class and routes. I want to know what I’m paying for in advance so I can choose whether I want to spend my money on that service or otherwise, therefore I want to know his honest opinions good or otherwise. It’s not whinging , it’s a review.
When you're travelling like this a dozen times per year you make a review based on that, not that someone who can't afford travelling in the first place might get offended that you can travel expensively. And of course, being a frequent flyer, you get lots of points to spend aswell. Flights are products and should be reviewed as such.
@@bytex666 ok, point taken and well explained, I oppoligise for my harsh criticism.
Know i love f1 Kym, never been to Melbourne, and never will. I was fortunate enough to see Adelaide 3 times, the sound will stay with me forever. Cheers.
Not sure I would be buying a ticket on an Alaska airline plane.
Went without a hitch. Should I know something?
First
The self indulgent "this is me flying and eating" is the least enjoyable of your most excellent Formula 1 broadcasts.
Every time I travel, I document the trip. F1 and travel.
@@KymIllman And the question has to b why ? Is it the KI show or is it all about F1
Why are you wearing two watches? Did you rob someone?
Next time try JSX from LAX to LAS. Semi private jet service.
Why do you have 2 watches?