No more amenity kits on ICN inbound in J
Nov 2, 2015, 7:04 am
#46
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Nov 3, 2015, 9:25 am
#48
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Same goes for UA (at least for Japan routes), BR, while NH, LH, LX only has both in F.
Jan 29, 2016, 11:52 pm
#49
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Amenities (with or without the kit)?
We're going SFO-ICN on OZ211 tomorrow noon in J (fingers crossed for the smartyfartz interior). Our first time on Asiana. I don't particularly care if things come in a cute little zip-up bag (no complaints if they do, of course). But as I am now packing my things, I'm wondering if it's stupid to bring along (or not to) eyeshades and slippers. What should I expect for those things?
Getting a good night's sleep is my primary goal, after that, any goodies are icing on the cake. Any tips?
Thanks.
Getting a good night's sleep is my primary goal, after that, any goodies are icing on the cake. Any tips?
Thanks.
Jan 30, 2016, 12:49 am
#50
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We're going SFO-ICN on OZ211 tomorrow noon in J (fingers crossed for the smartyfartz interior). Our first time on Asiana. I don't particularly care if things come in a cute little zip-up bag (no complaints if they do, of course). But as I am now packing my things, I'm wondering if it's stupid to bring along (or not to) eyeshades and slippers. What should I expect for those things?
Getting a good night's sleep is my primary goal, after that, any goodies are icing on the cake. Any tips?
Thanks.
Getting a good night's sleep is my primary goal, after that, any goodies are icing on the cake. Any tips?
Thanks.
Jan 30, 2016, 1:39 am
#51
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I have always gotten slippers on long flights with OZ, even in Y, so no worries there. I don't use eyeshades personally, so I haven't payed attention, but I'm pretty sure they were always available in J. Then again, last time I flew J (last summer) they still had amenity kits.
Is OZ one of those Asian airlines that (I've heard) tends to keep the cabin uncomfortably hot?
Jan 30, 2016, 5:14 am
#52
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As for temperature: OZ is the worst "offender" i know when it comes to cabin temp.
Their default in celsius is First 22-23, Business 23-24 and Economy 25-26 (as per crew training).
I've been wanting to start a temperature wiki on FT, which is why i asked the Purser last time. According to her, the complaint rate is 2/10 Pax, of which 95% are Foreigners.
They are really good about adjusting the temp if you ask though (they're really good about anything you might ask for, have had nothing but great inflight exp so far - enjoy!)
Feb 27, 2016, 2:41 am
#54
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I just arrived in ICN from LAX and found out first hand about the lack of an amenity kit in business - you've got to be kidding me. Also no English newspapers on my flight, only Korean. Cabin was quite warm but fortunately the FA slightly lowered the temperature upon request. ICN is very busy and it took forever to get through security re-check. OZ business lounge is packed and there's a long queue for a shower. Will think twice about flying OZ in the future. Perhaps I'm spoiled transiting in HKG so much recently.
Feb 28, 2016, 2:53 am
#56
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I flew SFO-ICN a few weeks ago in J. Got a minimalist amenity "kit" (in a little pouch). Nothing very fancy, but I thought it was fine. Yes, the cabin was a bit warm for my taste, but not oppressively so. Comfy seat, although I did notice that even this "newer" interior was showing some miles on it. OZ business lounge was crowded, but not packed, there were seats. My wait for a shower was about 30 minutes, which was fine with me. The shower was quite nice and much appreciated. I was happy overall, no real complaints. We live in the age of miracles, folks.
Feb 28, 2016, 6:35 pm
#58
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With the number of passengers in Y, you would think all the heat from their bodies would naturally heat up the cabin. Therefore I would think that a lower cabin temp would be needed there.
But if anyone has any real facts as to the logic of the temperature setting in the cabin, I am sure everyone will want to know.
But if anyone has any real facts as to the logic of the temperature setting in the cabin, I am sure everyone will want to know.
Feb 29, 2016, 1:12 am
#59
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Always thought warm temps were more conducive to sleeping (which, generalisation here, is what most Korean people do when on a plane). Also (another generalisation here) Koreans tend to not notice warm and stuffy indoor conditions as much due to being used to having an underfloor heating system in the winter (that means even when it's freezing cold outside, you're wearing a T-shirt indoors).
Mar 1, 2016, 12:14 am
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With the number of passengers in Y, you would think all the heat from their bodies would naturally heat up the cabin. Therefore I would think that a lower cabin temp would be needed there.
But if anyone has any real facts as to the logic of the temperature setting in the cabin, I am sure everyone will want to know.
But if anyone has any real facts as to the logic of the temperature setting in the cabin, I am sure everyone will want to know.
I honestly don't know and it makes no sense either.
My guess is that because F PAX generally are fully covered when sleeping it needs to be colder. Those that fly Y usually aren't fully covered when using blankets compared to an F pax.