On my recent trip pursuing the SAS EuroBonus Millionaire challenge, I had to fly back from Jakarta to Seoul with Vietnam Airlines. The stopovers and schedules were not the best, with options via both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. I went for the latter one, given that I could get the chance to try both their A321 and 787-10, a variant I’ve never tried before. Here’s a detailed recap of my experience with Vietnam Airlines, from Jakarta (CGK) to Ho Chi Minh (SGN) on an A321-200. You can check the review of the second flight here. Let’s start!

Here’s a detailed recap of my experience on Vietnam Airlines’ 787-10, the first time I tried this variant, from Ho Chi Minh (SGN) to Seoul Incheon (ICN). This flight was the second leg of my itinerary from Jakarta to Seoul with Vietnam Airlines (as part of my SAS EuroBonus Millionaire challenge). You can check the review of the previous flight here. Let’s start!

Korean Air just pulled back the curtain on a brand-new identity and aircraft livery—the first time they’ve made such a major change in over 40 years. They revealed it on March 11, 2025,, in Seoul, showing off a Boeing 787-10 freshly painted in the new design. This big refresh comes at a crucial time: Korean Air recently bought Asiana Airlines and plans to merge both carriers under a single look. The updated brand isn’t just about appearances—it sets the tone for where Korean Air is headed as they combine with Asiana and keep up with modern design trends.

Korean Air’s acquisition of Asiana Airlines, first announced in late 2020, has finally been completed after nearly four years of regulatory reviews. Finalized in December 2024, this merger creates a powerful national carrier in South Korea and positions Korean Air as one of the largest airlines globally by fleet size.

Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced significant changes to its Mileage Bank award program, set to take effect on June 10, 2025. While the airline provided advance notice, giving travelers time to adjust plans, the devaluation hits hardest for premium cabin redemptions. Here’s a breakdown of the changes and how they might impact your travel plans.

On March 9, 2025, Korean Air’s brand-new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner (HL8515) was spotted displaying a newly updated livery and logo at Gimpo International Airport (RKSS) in Seoul. This marks the first appearance of Korean Air’s new visual identity, just weeks after its recent merger with Asiana Airlines.

Here’s a summary of my recent flight with China Eastern from Beijing (PEK) to Shanghai (SHA). Despite being a short flight (~1 hour), I was surprised they operated it using a massive 777-300ER. The flight was cheap, departed, and arrived on time, and the service was solid. They even gave us a hot meal with coffee or tea. Kudos to the China Eastern team! Let’s dive into the details.