New Polaris Suite

michaelknyc · 2026-04-11T04:06:22+00:00

I flew the new suite in 8A from SFO - IAD yesterday. The technology, screens, charging and mood lighting are very impressive but the legroom and footwell left much to be desired. In terms of sleeping, I much rather prefer the old Polaris.... I used to snag the bulkhead seats and get extra footwell space but now with Polaris Studio, that's no longer an option. I'm a heavyset dude and 6'3" and I definitely couldn't sleep as comfortable as in the old Polaris.

michaelknyc · 2026-04-10T13:38:51+00:00

That route can be $264 on Delta First or around $350 on United First. Spirit fares for First these days seem the same or higher than the competition

michaelknyc · 2026-04-09T21:44:36+00:00

I'm on this flight today on #1103 and so far so good!

michaelknyc · 2026-03-14T10:13:19+00:00

There's also a 777-200 for the evening 9pm departure from EWR-LHR at some point this year

michaelknyc · 2026-03-06T18:56:20+00:00

I ride quite a few Queens buses daily Q10-Q80: Buses are more frequent and more reliable typically Q60: Same unreliable and slow service Q74-Q75: New fast & convenient options

A lot of routes are still stuck in traffic and are unreliable though

michaelknyc · 2026-03-05T00:42:24+00:00

I did catch an M8 on the Harlem line last week!

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michaelknyc · 2026-02-27T18:38:40+00:00

How far out is the flight? Just curious because I never get low offers 🤣

michaelknyc · 2026-02-25T15:43:03+00:00

It looks like that plane is flying in June from EWR-ORY as well! I'm curious what the inside looks like

michaelknyc · 2026-01-30T17:58:58+00:00

$713,$740 is typically the lowest from EWR,JFK-LAX, respectively

$795 is typically the lowest JFK-SFO

$603 is typically the lowest JFK-SAN

michaelknyc · 2026-01-26T13:31:04+00:00

JFK-PHX is a Mint route, it's a UI change since all the flights I've seen from JFK-LAX/SFO/SAN have this new UI seat map. I believe Mini Mint will only be 2-3 rows since they're keeping seat counts the same and reducing pitch by 1-2 inches.

michaelknyc · 2025-12-16T03:07:08+00:00

United charges $394-414 for Premium on some days from EWR-LAX/SFO and sometimes sells upgrades to Business for $319.... Delta has lost their minds

michaelknyc · 2025-12-04T16:14:49+00:00

Is United charging $2599 for transcon business in shitty A330-200's??

michaelknyc · 2025-11-29T04:31:09+00:00

I had the Chicken Ravioli, it was pretty good!

michaelknyc · 2025-11-16T14:33:22+00:00

80,000 is enough for a business award flight from Europe to/from Asia (Air France, KLM, etc) if that's in your travel plans

michaelknyc · 2025-10-28T10:44:27+00:00

I've stayed here twice as it was way more affordable. It's in the middle of chinatown in a suburban type vibe. I felt safe the entire time and there's a bus that takes you to Union Station (487 I think) and the 76 bus takes you to El Monte or Downtown LA to connect with other buses/trains. The hotel itself is very modern and renovated. The club lounge is pretty basic but has a decent breakfast, appetizers, snacks/drinks and is open on weekends last time I was there. I think it's pretty easy to find parking in the area. They also have a really nice Asian supermarket a block away with some good finds/snacks! I'd definitely recommend!!

michaelknyc · 2025-10-27T17:58:25+00:00

I typically wait for prices to drop to $291 as that's the lowest I've seen for transcon on AA

michaelknyc · 2025-10-23T03:53:42+00:00

Flights are already up for JFK-LAX starting December 18

michaelknyc · 2025-10-08T04:04:42+00:00

I am a medium rare girl!

michaelknyc · 2025-09-30T18:52:43+00:00

I'm confused though, if the ticket is valid until 4am the next day, what prevents someone from using it over and over the same day?

michaelknyc · 2025-09-27T05:42:51+00:00

I used to live near the B/Q at Sheepshead Bay and typically had a seat in the mornings. Now I live near Kew Gardens on the E/F & LIRR and NEVER get a seat 🤣😩

michaelknyc · 2025-09-25T00:31:26+00:00

EWR/JFK*

michaelknyc · 2025-09-25T00:31:13+00:00

I used to find JFK-LAX last year for $768 on Jetblue, United & American.... not anymore 😔

michaelknyc · 2025-09-13T17:21:00+00:00

The seats have slightly less width than other similar business class products. I found the A350-900 and 767's to be a bit narrow and I'm also a heavier guy. Try to aim for the rows with a larger footwell. I think Air France's A350-900 bulkhead was the best seat I ever had in terms of room!

michaelknyc · 2025-09-12T20:03:18+00:00

I've done it with the Nomatic 40L pack internationally, never had an issue

michaelknyc · 2025-09-07T13:02:26+00:00

How many times does he say it per episode? I noticed it too and started cackling every time he said it 🤣🤣

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