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Old Apr 12, 2023 | 5:45 am
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Another thing these bloggers don't talk about when reviewing airlines is travelling with kids. With young kids, TK's old seats are by far the best in the industry because the kids can take the window seat and a parent can be right next to them, something very hard to do in herringbone seats.
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Old Apr 15, 2023 | 5:47 am
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Originally Posted by jhneoh
Another thing these bloggers don't talk about when reviewing airlines is travelling with kids. With young kids, TK's old seats are by far the best in the industry because the kids can take the window seat and a parent can be right next to them, something very hard to do in herringbone seats.
not good for solo travelers.

Regardless those a330/777 seats needs a refresh. IFE is not high res and cabin interior looks 'cheap'

2-2-2 or 2-3-2 is outdated in 2023.
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Old Apr 16, 2023 | 6:50 am
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Originally Posted by gojko88
I don't want to hijack the thread, but I'm planning a trip from Europe to Mexico in Feb 2024 and TK seems to have the best offer. Are you saying that, travelling as a couple, we are likely to get a better night's sleep and a better overall experience on a 777 vs. the 787? (Assuming that TK's aircraft scheduling is reliable this far in advance.)
im dead-average for body size and while 787 is slightly smaller than 777, i dont find it less comfortable.

the armrest can be lowered to give more shoulder space.

for couples you want the 2 odd-numbered center seats. even-numbered seats are spaced too far apart.

with infant/children is where id prefer 777 - more paired seats compared to 787.
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Old Apr 16, 2023 | 7:18 am
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Row 1 on the 787 does have big footwells.
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Old Apr 16, 2023 | 11:32 am
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I'll throw my two cents in this thread. Have flown Turkish business on 777, 789 and A350. 777 seats most comfortable. The new seats on 789 and A350 are the most uncomfortable flat bed seats I've ever experienced on any airline. They are uncomfortable as seats and terrible as beds. Really do feel cramped. They do offer a lot more privacy but at a cost in comfort. Aisle access for everyone a plus, but not a deal breaker for me. Lavatories are not well thought out on 789. Food still pretty good but was better 5+ years ago. On recent flights service was fair at best (nothing memorable). I will still fly Turkish when it makes sense for schedule and price but honestly will seek out 777 routes and avoid the 789 and A350 routes.
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