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The Age
30-05-2025
- The Age
If Qantas is going to use these seats on ultra-long hauls, count me out
Discomfort of strangers I recently flew on a Qantas Dreamliner from Santiago to Sydney. The economy seat was comfortable, with a useful shelf for a tablet or a phone, plenty of storage and good space between the seats. From such a promising start, the flight was one of the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced. For the most part, the person in front of me had their seat fully reclined. This rendered the shelf unusable, the tray table only just usable and the storage inaccessible. While I could have reclined my seat, I didn't want to inflict the same discomfort on the person behind me. I don't wish to enter into the ' recline or not recline ' debate, but If Qantas is going to use the same seats on their planned 22-hour non-stop flights from Sydney to London, I will be flying with someone else. Michael Thomas, Cheltenham, NSW Screen time I'm with Lee Tulloch in facing a long-haul flight in economy (Traveller, May 13). I recently flew Qantas to and from Japan. I always an aisle seat as I get up every two hours to combat the possibility of deep-vein thrombosis. Also, if I get 30 minutes of sleep I consider myself lucky. I got through several seasons of TV shows I had missed. Marie Nash, Balwyn, Vic Letter of the week: Group love The virtue of booking an escorted journey came home to me when on a land/cruise tour from Johannesburg with Cruise Express into Kruger National Park (Traveller, May 10). My wife and I arrived a few days earlier than the main group to explore Johannesburg. It coincided with massive floods in the Kruger region that resulted in many lodges being washed away, including the one where we were meant to stay. When tour director Hardy Schneider and the rest of the group arrived, his team in Sydney were already working on alternative arrangements which included a stay at one of Richard Branson's luxury lodges. I could not imagine what would have happened if we were travelling independently. Roger Summerill, Shell Cove, NSW Got your back
Sydney Morning Herald
30-05-2025
- Sydney Morning Herald
If Qantas is going to use these seats on ultra-long hauls, count me out
Discomfort of strangers I recently flew on a Qantas Dreamliner from Santiago to Sydney. The economy seat was comfortable, with a useful shelf for a tablet or a phone, plenty of storage and good space between the seats. From such a promising start, the flight was one of the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced. For the most part, the person in front of me had their seat fully reclined. This rendered the shelf unusable, the tray table only just usable and the storage inaccessible. While I could have reclined my seat, I didn't want to inflict the same discomfort on the person behind me. I don't wish to enter into the ' recline or not recline ' debate, but If Qantas is going to use the same seats on their planned 22-hour non-stop flights from Sydney to London, I will be flying with someone else. Michael Thomas, Cheltenham, NSW Screen time I'm with Lee Tulloch in facing a long-haul flight in economy (Traveller, May 13). I recently flew Qantas to and from Japan. I always an aisle seat as I get up every two hours to combat the possibility of deep-vein thrombosis. Also, if I get 30 minutes of sleep I consider myself lucky. I got through several seasons of TV shows I had missed. Marie Nash, Balwyn, Vic Letter of the week: Group love The virtue of booking an escorted journey came home to me when on a land/cruise tour from Johannesburg with Cruise Express into Kruger National Park (Traveller, May 10). My wife and I arrived a few days earlier than the main group to explore Johannesburg. It coincided with massive floods in the Kruger region that resulted in many lodges being washed away, including the one where we were meant to stay. When tour director Hardy Schneider and the rest of the group arrived, his team in Sydney were already working on alternative arrangements which included a stay at one of Richard Branson's luxury lodges. I could not imagine what would have happened if we were travelling independently. Roger Summerill, Shell Cove, NSW Got your back
Daily Mirror
02-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Onboard the world's longest non-stop flight which takes 17 hours from London
The flight, which is operated by Qantas, covers a distance of 14,500km (9,000 miles) and takes a staggering 16 hours and 45 minutes to complete from the UK to Australia Flights are a crucial part of the holiday experience, whisking travellers off to exotic destinations in just a few hours. As aircraft technology advances, airlines can now offer longer non-stop flights. Currently, the longest non-stop flight departing from the UK is the London Heathrow to Perth, Australia route. Operated by Australian airline Qantas, this mammoth journey spans 14,500km (9,000 miles) and takes an impressive 16 hours and 45 minutes to complete. This means that tourists leaving Heathrow at 1pm won't touch down in Perth until after 1pm the next day. Passengers embarking on this journey will board a Qantas Dreamliner, a variant of the Boeing 787, which boasts 236 seats. The seating arrangement includes 166 economy seats, 28 premium economy spots, and 42 business class spaces, ensuring all types of passengers are catered for. While economy-class passengers may not be treated to many unexpected luxuries, standard features include a 12-inch infotainment touchscreen, a personal USB phone charging port, and an adjustable headrest, reports the Express. Although the journey might seem incredibly long, flights requiring a stopover typically take over 20 hours to complete. The total travel time can vary significantly depending on the airline and the chosen stopover destination. However, compared to Qantas' non-stop flights, journeys with a stop-over are typically about £300 cheaper per person for a return trip. Perth, the world's most remote city and the capital of Western Australia, is home to nearly two million residents. Tourists visiting the city often make a beeline for Swan River. This waterway meanders through several of Perth's favourite suburbs, making it a perfect spot for fishing or a leisurely walk. Visitors can also pick up their keepsakes at the historic Fremantle Market or get up close with local wildlife on Penguin Island.
