F1 Singapore Grand Prix via Air France La Première and Emirates First Class
Oct 23, 2023, 5:54 am
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F1 Singapore Grand Prix via Air France La Première and Emirates First Class
Last month I headed off for a weekend in Singapore with DFW_CK and batmandds to experience my first F1 race . After the usual garbage United positioning flight, it’s 24 hours in Air France La Première. Then home via Emirates First Class. And fabulous PS LAX at both ends of the trip to make it a truly enjoyable 5 days.
Miserable DIA PreCheck security where even CLEAR+ is packed.
Time to check out the new United Club, supposedly the largest United Club in the world.
OK, this is pretty cool... a craft beer bar.
Denver to Los Angeles
United UA 1013
757-300
11:15am-1:00pm
September 14th, 2023
And the usual garbage United premium boarding, where half the plane is either preboards or Group 1.
Finally.
United in a race to the catering bottom.
My Instagram video of today's United flight to Los Angeles
Miserable DIA PreCheck security where even CLEAR+ is packed.
Time to check out the new United Club, supposedly the largest United Club in the world.
OK, this is pretty cool... a craft beer bar.
Denver to Los Angeles
United UA 1013
757-300
11:15am-1:00pm
September 14th, 2023
And the usual garbage United premium boarding, where half the plane is either preboards or Group 1.
Finally.
United in a race to the catering bottom.
My Instagram video of today's United flight to Los Angeles
Last edited by SFO777; Oct 23, 2023 at 7:30 am
Oct 23, 2023, 5:55 am
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PS at LAX
PS at LAX, the Private Suite terminal at LAX, is the best part of LAX and the ultimate way to avoid the mess that is LAX. My PS rep met me in the jet bridge at my arriving United flight, and escorted me down the jet bridge stairs to my private limo across the tarmac to the PS terminal. Today I had nearly 5 hours relaxing in the outdoor Garden, doing a little work and enjoying some great food and drink.
The PS Salon at LAX.
But I headed outside to the garden on a gorgeous afternoon.
Caviar? Why not.
Even a Birthday cupcake.
Delicious flatbread.
Even a little wine tasting
Just under an hour before my LAX-Paris departure, I did private TSA and then to a waiting limo for the drive around the LAX tarmac to Gate 206 of the Bradley Terminal and my Air France flight to Paris. Once again, fabulous PS at LAX is the best way to deal with LAX.
My Instagram video on my afternoon with PS at LAX.
PS at LAX, the Private Suite terminal at LAX, is the best part of LAX and the ultimate way to avoid the mess that is LAX. My PS rep met me in the jet bridge at my arriving United flight, and escorted me down the jet bridge stairs to my private limo across the tarmac to the PS terminal. Today I had nearly 5 hours relaxing in the outdoor Garden, doing a little work and enjoying some great food and drink.
The PS Salon at LAX.
But I headed outside to the garden on a gorgeous afternoon.
Caviar? Why not.
Even a Birthday cupcake.
Delicious flatbread.
Even a little wine tasting
Just under an hour before my LAX-Paris departure, I did private TSA and then to a waiting limo for the drive around the LAX tarmac to Gate 206 of the Bradley Terminal and my Air France flight to Paris. Once again, fabulous PS at LAX is the best way to deal with LAX.
My Instagram video on my afternoon with PS at LAX.
Oct 23, 2023, 5:58 am
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Air France La Première from Los Angeles to Paris
So excited to be back in Air France La Première and the elegant private single row 4 seat cabin. And for more than 24 hours with not one but two long-haul flights… LAX to Paris and then Paris to Singapore. Even better is that my flights are all on Flying Blue miles purchased before the devaluation! Excellent service, good food, wonderful champagne and an excellent Bordeaux.
My seat/suite 1A.
What a nice way to start the flight, pre departure LPGS.
Today's menu.
And wine list. Except for the champagne, not even close to Emirates quality and variety.
Showtime.
Tonight's amuse bouche... scallop and shitake mushrooms, salmon with espelette pepper, chorizo and mozzarella.
Duck breast and duck confit salad... meh.
Cream celery and carmelized apple soup... delicious.
Lamb fillet in a lemon and rosemary crust with juniper sauce, apple and celery purée, braised brussel sprouts.
Very nice.
Bedtime!
After a good 6 hour sleep, approaching the French coast.
On time arrival at CDG, taxiing past a sister 77W.
My Instagram video of my Air France La Première flight to Paris.
So excited to be back in Air France La Première and the elegant private single row 4 seat cabin. And for more than 24 hours with not one but two long-haul flights… LAX to Paris and then Paris to Singapore. Even better is that my flights are all on Flying Blue miles purchased before the devaluation! Excellent service, good food, wonderful champagne and an excellent Bordeaux.
My seat/suite 1A.
What a nice way to start the flight, pre departure LPGS.
Today's menu.
And wine list. Except for the champagne, not even close to Emirates quality and variety.
Showtime.
Tonight's amuse bouche... scallop and shitake mushrooms, salmon with espelette pepper, chorizo and mozzarella.
Duck breast and duck confit salad... meh.
Cream celery and carmelized apple soup... delicious.
Lamb fillet in a lemon and rosemary crust with juniper sauce, apple and celery purée, braised brussel sprouts.
Very nice.
Bedtime!
After a good 6 hour sleep, approaching the French coast.
On time arrival at CDG, taxiing past a sister 77W.
My Instagram video of my Air France La Première flight to Paris.
Oct 23, 2023, 6:00 am
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Air France La Première Lounge at Paris CDG
There is no better First Class ground and connection experience and Lounge than the Air France La Première experience at Paris CDG. La Première passengers are met in the jet bridge of their arriving flight by a personal assistant and then driving by private limo to the fabulous La Première Lounge, the best airport lounge in the world and the only lounge with a Michelin star chef.
The La Première Lounge features an Alain Ducasse restaurant with great food although wine selection continues to be disappointingly mediocre.
After a relaxing afternoon, I met batmandds who had arrived earlier from IAD and we enjoyed a fabulous Alain Ducasse dinner.
Iconic coquillettes jambon/truffe noir...
And the amazing beef aux poivres.
And my Instagram video of my afternoon at the La Première Lounge.
There is no better First Class ground and connection experience and Lounge than the Air France La Première experience at Paris CDG. La Première passengers are met in the jet bridge of their arriving flight by a personal assistant and then driving by private limo to the fabulous La Première Lounge, the best airport lounge in the world and the only lounge with a Michelin star chef.
The La Première Lounge features an Alain Ducasse restaurant with great food although wine selection continues to be disappointingly mediocre.
After a relaxing afternoon, I met batmandds who had arrived earlier from IAD and we enjoyed a fabulous Alain Ducasse dinner.
Iconic coquillettes jambon/truffe noir...
And the amazing beef aux poivres.
And my Instagram video of my afternoon at the La Première Lounge.
Oct 23, 2023, 6:04 am
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Air France La Première Paris to Singapore
After a relaxing 6 hours in the La Première Lounge, our personal assistant escorted us downstairs to our private Porsche ride to our Singapore flight.
Since we had just eaten, we both went to sleep. I slept for nearly 9 hours which is the most I can ever recall sleeping inflight.
Excellent La Première service as usual and good food once I finally woke up.
Showtime...
Delicious tomato and melon gazpacho.
Fabulous foie gras with red wine and poached pear.
Sea bream fillet with verbena.
French cheese selection.
Back to bed.
Arrival service was wonderful with each of us getting our own personal assistant and private golf cart ride to immigration and even beyond to our Grab ride into the city.
Instagram video of our Air France La Première flight to Singapore.
After a relaxing 6 hours in the La Première Lounge, our personal assistant escorted us downstairs to our private Porsche ride to our Singapore flight.
Since we had just eaten, we both went to sleep. I slept for nearly 9 hours which is the most I can ever recall sleeping inflight.
Excellent La Première service as usual and good food once I finally woke up.
Showtime...
Delicious tomato and melon gazpacho.
Fabulous foie gras with red wine and poached pear.
Sea bream fillet with verbena.
French cheese selection.
Back to bed.
Arrival service was wonderful with each of us getting our own personal assistant and private golf cart ride to immigration and even beyond to our Grab ride into the city.
Instagram video of our Air France La Première flight to Singapore.
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Oct 23, 2023, 8:30 am
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St. Regis Hotel Singapore
When the F1 comes to town, all the good hotels are booked years in advance. Of the remaining lesser hotels, we made the mistake of selecting the St. Regis, a sorry Marriott relic out of the 1980s.
The rooms were nice and the only good thing about the hotel… but the room lighting controls are antiquated, inconveniently located and disfunctional. Desk lamp was broken. The thermostat was wonky such that it was either too cold or too warm. TV controls were a mess. We only ate breakfast there and everything was mediocre. Service was generally awful. The Astor Bar was disappointing. Then there was the miserable front desk. The check-in clerk was pleasant enough and immediately confirmed at late 2pm Monday check-out adding that if the room was not needed on Monday, they would extend check out until later. When I went to check on extending check-out, a different agent insisted no way, which some hidden manager confirmed. Don’t even think about staying at this place.
The empty and depressing Astor Bar.
My Instagram video on the St. Regis.
When the F1 comes to town, all the good hotels are booked years in advance. Of the remaining lesser hotels, we made the mistake of selecting the St. Regis, a sorry Marriott relic out of the 1980s.
The rooms were nice and the only good thing about the hotel… but the room lighting controls are antiquated, inconveniently located and disfunctional. Desk lamp was broken. The thermostat was wonky such that it was either too cold or too warm. TV controls were a mess. We only ate breakfast there and everything was mediocre. Service was generally awful. The Astor Bar was disappointing. Then there was the miserable front desk. The check-in clerk was pleasant enough and immediately confirmed at late 2pm Monday check-out adding that if the room was not needed on Monday, they would extend check out until later. When I went to check on extending check-out, a different agent insisted no way, which some hidden manager confirmed. Don’t even think about staying at this place.
The empty and depressing Astor Bar.
My Instagram video on the St. Regis.
Oct 23, 2023, 8:33 am
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Dinner at Michelin 3 star Les Amis
What a wonderful dinner tonight at Michelin 3 star Les Amis restaurant… and at the cozy private chef’s table. Amazing food, presentation and flawless service. And sensational wine pairing from our sommelier Nathalie .
Tonight's wonderful menu.
Our excellent server Sean.
Parisian style egg mimosa with caviar and savoury coulis.
Amazing!
Incredible Langoustine from Loctudy.
Roasted Challans duck breast with ginger caramel pear.
Wagyu beef tenderloin with aromatics, natural jus and crisp potato soufflé.
And a tasty birthday Rum Baba.
Just a sample in the incredible wine cellar.
After dinner, we headed over to the cool Atlas Bar which boasts an incredible Gin list of more than 1,400 different gins.
My Instagram video of our wonderful meal at Les Amis.
What a wonderful dinner tonight at Michelin 3 star Les Amis restaurant… and at the cozy private chef’s table. Amazing food, presentation and flawless service. And sensational wine pairing from our sommelier Nathalie .
Tonight's wonderful menu.
Our excellent server Sean.
Parisian style egg mimosa with caviar and savoury coulis.
Amazing!
Incredible Langoustine from Loctudy.
Roasted Challans duck breast with ginger caramel pear.
Wagyu beef tenderloin with aromatics, natural jus and crisp potato soufflé.
And a tasty birthday Rum Baba.
Just a sample in the incredible wine cellar.
After dinner, we headed over to the cool Atlas Bar which boasts an incredible Gin list of more than 1,400 different gins.
My Instagram video of our wonderful meal at Les Amis.
Oct 23, 2023, 8:35 am
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Lunch at Imperial Treasure Cantonese
Sunday is race day and we headed to Great World mall for a late lunch at a fabulous Cantonese restaurant.
Roasted Pork. OMG!
Sautéed Prawns with Singapore Style Chill Sauce.
Wow, the Deep Fried Cod was to die for.
Roasted Crispy Chicken. Amazing.
What a great lunch and we're stuffed!
Sunday is race day and we headed to Great World mall for a late lunch at a fabulous Cantonese restaurant.
Roasted Pork. OMG!
Sautéed Prawns with Singapore Style Chill Sauce.
Wow, the Deep Fried Cod was to die for.
Roasted Crispy Chicken. Amazing.
What a great lunch and we're stuffed!
Last edited by SFO777; Oct 23, 2023 at 11:02 am
Oct 23, 2023, 10:25 am
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As always, a great report so far. Air France La Premiere looks excellent as always. What a treat too to get two truly long-haul flights to experience the cabin and food! Looking forward to more of your report.
Oct 23, 2023, 10:40 am
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Thanks so much 757. La Première is truly treat. And it would have four long-hauls except that Air France swapped equipment on my return, to a 77W without La Première. AF called me with the bad news the morning of our departure. They were very apologetic and, despite being on an award ticket, they bought me an Emirates First Class ticket from BKK-DXB-LAX plus an SQ connector from SIN-BKK.
Oct 23, 2023, 11:00 am
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Singapore Grand Prix
After lunch we headed over to the F1 venue to beat the crowd and to soak up the atmosphere. Lots of great people watching, expensive drinks and music concerts from oldies group Madness and much more current and excellent Kings of Leon. We had hoped to see Post Malone Saturday night but just ran out of time with our 3+ hours at Les Amis.
Tempting LOL.
Checking out our seats...
... then back to The Wharf stage for Kings of Leon.
Race time...
Carlos Sainz wins!
Instagram videos:
F1 Singapore Grand Prix Pre-race fun
F1 Singapore Grand Prix Race
After lunch we headed over to the F1 venue to beat the crowd and to soak up the atmosphere. Lots of great people watching, expensive drinks and music concerts from oldies group Madness and much more current and excellent Kings of Leon. We had hoped to see Post Malone Saturday night but just ran out of time with our 3+ hours at Les Amis.
Tempting LOL.
Checking out our seats...
... then back to The Wharf stage for Kings of Leon.
Race time...
Carlos Sainz wins!
Instagram videos:
F1 Singapore Grand Prix Pre-race fun
F1 Singapore Grand Prix Race
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Oct 23, 2023, 11:01 am
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Lunch at Raflles Hotel - Bar & Billiard Room
Our getaway day lunch was at iconic Raffles Hotel which has recently been renovated and is stunning. Bar & Billiard Room is now a wonderful Italian themed Alain Ducasse restaurant. Gorgeous décor and delicious food, and my first of two Alain Ducasse meals today.
Beautiful décor.
Amazing Carpaccio di manzo... beef carpaccio, parmesan, cured egg yolk.
Burrata Pugliese, summer tomatoes, burnt peach, balsamic dressing.
Tagliolini fatti in casa, Home-made tagliolini, basil pesto sauce, Parmigiano cheese, cherry tomatoes. Wow!
Ravioli cacio e pepe, charred broccolini, butter and thyme sauce.
Costoletta di vitello alla Milanese, arugula salad, cherry tomatoes. Fabulous.
Rocher alla Nocciola, Salted caramel, hazelnut praline chocolate mousse.
And the delicious Trio di Bigne con Gelato misto, Homemade profiterole.
What a great lunch in a lovely atmosphere.
And my Instagram video of lunch at Raffles - Alain Ducasse Bar & Billiard.
Our getaway day lunch was at iconic Raffles Hotel which has recently been renovated and is stunning. Bar & Billiard Room is now a wonderful Italian themed Alain Ducasse restaurant. Gorgeous décor and delicious food, and my first of two Alain Ducasse meals today.
Beautiful décor.
Amazing Carpaccio di manzo... beef carpaccio, parmesan, cured egg yolk.
Burrata Pugliese, summer tomatoes, burnt peach, balsamic dressing.
Tagliolini fatti in casa, Home-made tagliolini, basil pesto sauce, Parmigiano cheese, cherry tomatoes. Wow!
Ravioli cacio e pepe, charred broccolini, butter and thyme sauce.
Costoletta di vitello alla Milanese, arugula salad, cherry tomatoes. Fabulous.
Rocher alla Nocciola, Salted caramel, hazelnut praline chocolate mousse.
And the delicious Trio di Bigne con Gelato misto, Homemade profiterole.
What a great lunch in a lovely atmosphere.
And my Instagram video of lunch at Raffles - Alain Ducasse Bar & Billiard.
Last edited by SFO777; Oct 23, 2023 at 4:12 pm
Oct 23, 2023, 11:14 am
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Nice
What a great lunch in a lovely atmosphere.
And my Instagram video of lunch at Raffles - Alain Ducasse Bar & Billiard.
For more pics and an HD version, please visit SFO777.com
• United First Class from Denver to LAX
• P/S Private Suite at LAX
• Air France La Première from Los Angeles to Paris
• Air France La Première Lounge Paris CDG
• Air France La Première from Paris to Singapore
• St. Regis Hotel Singapore
• Dinner at Michelin 3 Star Les Amis
• Lunch at Imperial Treasure Cantonese
• F1 Singapore Grand Prix
• Lunch at Raffles Hotel Bar & Billiard
Additional installments now at SFO777.com
• Singapore Airlines Business Class to Bangkok
• Dinner at Michelin 1 Star Blue by Alain Ducasse Bangkok
• Emirates First Class A380 to Dubai
• Emirates First Class Lounges at Dubai
• Emirates First Class A380 to Los Angeles
• PS Private Suite at LAX and United to Denver
And Instagram videos from the trip.
United First Class to LAX
P/S Private Suite at LAX
Air France La Première from Los Angeles to Paris
Air France La Première Lounge Paris CDG
Air France La Première from Paris to Singapore
St. Regis Hotel Singapore
Dinner at Michelin 3 Star Les Amis
F1 Singapore Grand Prix pre-race
F1 Singapore Grand Prix
Lunch at Raffles Hotel Bar & Billiard
Singapore Airlines Business Class to Bangkok
Dinner at Michelin 1 Star Blue by Alain Ducasse Bangkok
Emirates First Class A380 to Dubai
Emirates First Class Lounges at Dubai
Emirates First Class A380 to Los Angeles
PS Private Suite at LAX and United to Denver[/QUOTE]
Great content, inspiring post
And my Instagram video of lunch at Raffles - Alain Ducasse Bar & Billiard.
For more pics and an HD version, please visit SFO777.com
• United First Class from Denver to LAX
• P/S Private Suite at LAX
• Air France La Première from Los Angeles to Paris
• Air France La Première Lounge Paris CDG
• Air France La Première from Paris to Singapore
• St. Regis Hotel Singapore
• Dinner at Michelin 3 Star Les Amis
• Lunch at Imperial Treasure Cantonese
• F1 Singapore Grand Prix
• Lunch at Raffles Hotel Bar & Billiard
Additional installments now at SFO777.com
• Singapore Airlines Business Class to Bangkok
• Dinner at Michelin 1 Star Blue by Alain Ducasse Bangkok
• Emirates First Class A380 to Dubai
• Emirates First Class Lounges at Dubai
• Emirates First Class A380 to Los Angeles
• PS Private Suite at LAX and United to Denver
And Instagram videos from the trip.
United First Class to LAX
P/S Private Suite at LAX
Air France La Première from Los Angeles to Paris
Air France La Première Lounge Paris CDG
Air France La Première from Paris to Singapore
St. Regis Hotel Singapore
Dinner at Michelin 3 Star Les Amis
F1 Singapore Grand Prix pre-race
F1 Singapore Grand Prix
Lunch at Raffles Hotel Bar & Billiard
Singapore Airlines Business Class to Bangkok
Dinner at Michelin 1 Star Blue by Alain Ducasse Bangkok
Emirates First Class A380 to Dubai
Emirates First Class Lounges at Dubai
Emirates First Class A380 to Los Angeles
PS Private Suite at LAX and United to Denver[/QUOTE]
Great content, inspiring post