Hi Jeb congratulations on another sensational video - that looked fantastic, I'd love to fly Garuda First one day. Great to see your subscriber numbers growing and the massive hits on this video. As many of the other comments say you deserve many more subscribers so keep the videos coming! Thanks too for the shoutout - really appreciate it and am also amazed that inflight wifi was so strong you could watch KZfaq. happy travels, cheers D

Not only on first class, you can feel Garuda Indonesia crew’s hospitality in economic class also. The crew serving us with sincere, truly Asian culture. I’ve tried many airlines such as Malaysian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, but from my experience, Garuda is still the best.

How could 170+ people NOT like this report?? It's one of the best reviews I've ever seen. Garuda's come a long long way in the past few years. I've been to Bali at least 5 times, this makes me want to go back, it's a long long trip from where I live in NM. Again, thanks for a great video.

Garuda Indonesia has been awarded world best cabin crew for 4 time in a row

You asked about walking down the jetbridge: To me, it's one of the best feelings in the world, to know that your journey is about to begin

Garuda Indonesia looks lovely! Love the hospitality from the crew. They deserve that 5-star rating. Greetings from your Malaysian neighbor.

Wow, the only one in First Class. They treated you like a King. Enjoy Bali.

Now I know why Garuda Indonesia won the best cabin crew award. They're simply the best crew in the world...

It's nice to be spoiled, I was once upgraded from economy to business class on a flight from Sydney Aus, to Paris.

so proud of my national flag carrier. Thank you for flying Garuda Indonesia

I flew on Garuda many times while working in Indonesia always top notch service and friendly staff!

I was flying first class from jakarta to london. it was amazing!

The Indonesian people are like no other. The kindness and charm is unforgettable. I'm glad you enjoyed this also. I've flown around Indonesia many times - but never on Garuda! Hopefully soon

Well the way the ground crew take your baggage through the lounges of the airport to the plane Cabin is amazing it's a unique quality of service users can not find in any other even emirates well done i hope one day I can fly with guaruda, love indonesia Greetings from Morocco

Walking into an airplane is almost as if you've already reached another part of the world.. only a travel lover can understand that feeling.. great bunch of videos 😀

i am simple man, i see garuda indonesia i clicked like .

Hey there! Thanks for trying out our national carrier. Garuda’s First Class has consistently been raved for its excellent service and attention to detail by many other flight reviewers, especially for the over the top escort through departure, immigration and arrival. Garuda even won Best Cabin Crew from Skytrax 4 years in a row, beating Singapore Airlines. Now that is an extraordinary feat, I have to say. Unfortunately they are starting to phase out their first class in some of their flights to London and Amsterdam from Jakarta. So we might not even see their first class anymore in a couple of years. Garuda are cutting back on quite a lot of things at the moment. As of this year, for example, they downgraded their champagne list in First Class from having 2000 Billecart-Salmon Cuvée Nicolas-François and 2000 Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rose to now serving Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé and Taittinger Brut Reserve. I guess they’re losing out on their long haul flights to Singapore Airlines and the 3 Middle Eastern Carriers (Emirates, Qatar and Etihad). Garuda were supposed to start flying to Los Angeles, Moscow, Frankfurt and Paris this year, but all of them have been postponed for I don’t know how long. It doesn’t help as well the fact that their hub is in CGK in Jakarta. The city doesn’t exactly attract many tourists travelling premium. But fortunately Bali is going to get a brand new mega airport up north sometime before 2022 that should attract more premium passengers travelling on direct long haul flights to Bali. I will say that you should have tried Garuda’s Japanese menu as well. You had one from the Indonesian menu and one from the International menu. I have to say that Garuda are sooo on point with their food in Business and First Class. I would even say it’s better than Singapore Airlines’ (maybe on par with their Book The Cook service). I really love how you narrated every single detail in this video. I just wish you recorded your arrival process from disembarkation to being escorted out when arriving in the terminal to your private car. It’s just that I haven’t seen a flight reviewer do that when arriving with Garuda’s First Class in Bali. I hope you continue making flight review videos like this! :)

My God, man. You had 5 or 6 people ready at any moment to help you with everything on this flight, including what ended up being a personal chef. Forget Mike, I want to be like you. Or at least travel like you do.

Garuda is a very underrated airline, so glad they are Skyteam and got a great review here. Everyone is always 1000% nice and accommodating from the moment you check in, to when you leave the plane.

I love Garuda, their Business Class product is a solid offering too... My previous flight in business with them they also use proper champagne flutes and served Salmon Billecart which you normally only find in First Class from my experience. They are an amazing airline.

What a beautiful first class cabin and a wonderful crew, truly a 5 star airline, greeting from Australia

Now this is what I call a first class experience. Garuda Indonesia are doing things right, on my priority list to fly now. Great flight report. 👌🙏

5:33 This is the most respectful and beautiful thing that a ground workforce can do to the customer of an airport. If they can come to this detail, one can expect nothing but the best from them in the backstage.

While on a project in Jeddah ( pre-Covid), i stayed repeatedly at the hotel Garuda crews use. Five or six nonstops per day from/to Jakarta. Met scores of them. They are w/o doubt among the friendliest and most thoughtful people in travel. Thanks for your video. Rarely do i think of not flying OneWorld, but for Garuda i might make exception.

The best part about these airline videos is seeing the menu for the flight. I always pick the meal I'd choose and then hope that the author chose the same dish so that I could see how the meal was plated. I'm not a vegetarian, but I noticed that on this flight, there was no vegetarian option. Did Garuda perhaps knows you were not a vegetarian and so only offered perhaps, a menu with no vegetarian option?

Hi Brooks! Thank you so much for sharing your experience on Garuda Indonesia First Class. I loved how you feeling grateful on 777-300ER. I think you know how GA's flight attendant served you very well. I would love to see your another journey! #newsubscriber Greetings from Jakarta, Indonesia. Samm

Even your Indonesian audience say thank you for flying with Garuda, I just can't even 😂

I have been on it, so I should have remembered, but the train to/from downtown Tokyo and Narita being an hour-long is outrageous! I thought it was quicker than that, but you say so and other online sources agree with you.

Oh wow that was one of the best first class flight experience videos I have watched! As an Indonesian, I'd like to thank you for flying with our national carrier. I can't wait to be on board to London next year with Garuda Indonesia (but nothing fancy like a first class flight, just an economy one haha!). You've got yourself a new subscriber. Cheers.

Always love watching your videos. You delivered comments in a very gentle, well mannered and certainly non abusive way 😊 I'm a chef who happens to be an aviation geek myself. And I was briefly a flight attendant with Garuda back in the early 80s. Keep up the wonderful job 👍

I grew up in Indonesia and flew Garuda quite a bit. In November of 2017, I was able to return and flew GA from CGK-HND in Economy class. The service was exceptional. Great video.

Garuda Indonesia has great service and the flight crew amazing and great.... Hopefully Garuda Indonesia will fly back to LAX in 2020

At 19:35 she apologized, it’s Indonesian thing lol😂 . We often says “if I do or say something wrong, I apologize.” Even though we didn’t do anything wrong:)

One of the best videos I’ve seen in a long, long time! I hope to travel with Garuda in F one day.

I think this video is the best you ever made ….. I shall indeed prefer Garuda for long haul flight next time when visiting the EU or Japan. Glad that you really loved our flag carrier ….

I've flown Garuda once -- HKG to DPS in economy class, but Garuda's staff go out of their way to make the flight experience as nice as it can be. Obviously not first-class nice, but you're right: The five stars are well earned.

What a trip report! I've seen so much report on youtube. Sam Chui was my favorite one. But after watch your trip, you deserve much more attention and subscriber and viewer! You describe the report very well! Well done!

Very interesting presentation...different to the usual...thoroughly enjoyable. Nice editing too. Subscribed and liked.

I am Indonesian, and I am very proud that you get to experience the hospitslity and flight in Indonesian's national airline! Loved your reviews! Keep up the good work Mr. Brooks!

I am Indonesian and sad with this video Because i can not afford to pay that first class

Me flying in economy: Fly faster Me in any premium cabin: GO SLOWER

I must say you have documented and presented well. I am entertained to watch it. I flew Garuda since I was very young. I saw a lot of improvement over the past 10 years although I did not say Garuda was bad 30 years ago. Yes there were many people complained in the past but now I am happy to see this bird is loved not only by Indonesians but also non Indonesians. I trust Garuda could beat other 5 star ranking airlines if they consistently improve their service. Anyway, I agree with you. I kind of feel the AVOD is not appealing but I do not know how to improve it. Hoping Garuda could be on the top amongst all airlines in the world.

thank you for flying with Garuda Indonesia and visiting Bali! and big thanks for making this video! this makes me as an Indonesian want to put Garuda first class in my bucket list.

It's okay Jeb, Eating with fingers is natural

I am so happy that you were able to experience this impeccable service! Outstanding report. It just reinforces my belief that if one wants to enjoy cabin service like it used to be years ago, one needs to choose an Asian airline. I have found their flight attendants to be incredibly caring, welcoming and happy providing excellent service. This is in such sharp contrast to American flagged carriers who seem to hire former correctional officers as their flight attendants! I got so tired of the burned out employees who were so put out at having to serve their passengers on USA airlines that I avoid them every chance I get! I really wish the US carriers would try to emulate their Asian counterparts but guess that it must be a cultural thing. Thanks for allowing me to vent! Happy travels and keep up the great work that you are doing! A loyal admirer.

Catching up on some of your "older" flights tonight.Amazing seat (as it should be) and that's not just any Champagne ....its Taittinger...right at the top!! Like you I love the way in Japan the ground crew either line up and bow or wave goodbye...very Japanese!! Great take off vision! Good to see an Australian red wine on the list!! 2 years ago I was the only 1st class passenger on an Etihad Airways flight from Paris to Abu Dhabi and after take off the Chef came to my seat and said that as I was the only passenger he was happy top prepare small portions of everything on the main course menu and match it with wines! It was brilliant and I almost needed a wheel chair to get off the aircraft!! Really enjoyed this flight Jeb and I always say enjoy 1st Class...it may never happen again !!

As a Indonesian I am thankful for you choosing Garuda and welcome to Indonesia!

I love flying! I love the sound of the 777 taking off!! Your destination wasn’t too bad either!

私はガルーダインドネシアが大好きです。非常にフレンドリーなサービス。 ❤ garuda indonesia !

As i walk down a jet bridge i feel ready to explore the place i'm going to

the service from Garuda is from heart to heart. Incredible.. from take off until landing the pilot seems to make the plane take off and landing with "soft" touch. Love Garuda.

One of the best FR i've seen...Garuda Indonesia have a good product,love their service,inflight meal and facilities.Nice flight with worlds best cabin crews :)

Amazing video with lots of tiny detailed covered. I cried while watching your video as I am from this industry and how people working with passion to serve people. I always seed GI at Heathrow three times a week and it's wonderful.

Wow!! Your report is very awesome! To be honest this is the best flight report i have ever watched. It's very comprehensive. I feel like watching a movie without getting bored.

Wow. I am so envious of you getting to travel so much, visiting such beautiful countries, and getting there via incredible airlines. The best I can do is to follow along by watching your wonderful videos. Jeb, you get a 'Mike' score of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

great job on the review on indonesia's flagship carrier, i always flew garuda since i was a kid, because my dad was a firm believer in the brand. till this day i still fly garuda both domestically and internationally, even on its budget carrier, citilink. i also agree with your take on its weak ife options, its a bummer, but the services and hospitality that the flight attendants give you compensates for the ife, imo. overall, i love your videos and greatly appreciate the reviews you post on your website and on your channel, it helps me decide on what airline to choose for my next trip :). hopefully when the pandemic dies down i hope you'll get the chance to come back to indonesia and review garuda's new cabin, which i still haven't flew on :(

Very nice to have a flight with Garuda Indonesia

The Captain Piot on this flight was RINALDI HANAFI. You can search his KZfaq Channel vlogging this flight exactly on the same date you flew. 😉😊😁

As Indonesian I am proud to watch this vlog. Thank you and enjoy Bali

Garuda Indonesia is 5 star .. Indonesian geographic beauty is 5 star ... I wish Indonesian economy will grow and become 5 star .. Wish I will visit Indonesia someday ... Love from india

same here. walking on the jet bridge always excites me the most. new subscriber here.

The video is 3 minutes long but when i watched it, it feels like only 3 minutes! Wow! I enjoyed your work!

here I am in 2021, because youtube had this video in the recommended section on my home page! so glad to see where you were, and how far you've come in your production skills.

Garuda first class service is absolutely awesome, a lot better than business class especially if you're the only pax in the cabin. Too bad not many route Garuda Indonesia serve the first class cabin. Love the hospitality and warmth of the crew as always. I just flew them from CGK-HND last month and hasn't release the video yet since still new to youtube and learning how to make and edit a good video. Keep posting good flight video Brooks

Garuda has long been known for the quality of the catering and in flight service on its long hau flights. However timetable consistency has sometimes been erratic. Hence the problems with your flight till tjry were resolved

Great video. I would really like to fly one or 2 of the 5 star airlines at some point when I travel back to Asia/Australia/NZ and Garuda was one of those. Nice to see a video featuring them.

Awesome video.......I missed the 'Jeb Score'...Bet it is 24/25...Garuda is now one of my most favorite airlines...Your KZfaq quality,, content, and delivery is SUPERB...Yes....I am a Jeb fan.....Nice!!!

Thank you for flying with Garuda Indonesia, our national flag carrier. Greetings from Indonesia :)

Keren, cool, Amazing, Great

Just scrolling through your back catalogue, Jeb, and this review caught my eye as I love travelling to Bali (a favourite destination for those of us from Perth). I wasn't going to comment but your observation about walking down the jet walk was so apt. I, too, find that it is the start of my journey along with the anticipation of what lays ahead. Conversely, walking up the jet walk tells me I'm home and I reflect of the trip just gone. :)

Hello Jeb, thanks for sharing. I must say the service was second to none. My only "beef" was the sound quality on the video in certain sections. Your voice was drowned out by the plane's engines, but apart from that it was great. I see this video was made 5 years ago. Och weil; better late than never I say. Cheers!

Oh, totally!! It's cool that someone who travels as much as you would admit to that feeling of unabashed anticipation walking down the jet bridge to go aboard an airplane.

They gave you a perfume, Hermès Body Lotion and Hermès Moisturizer. That bih cost more than my monthly rent

I took Garuda economy, but it beats Singapore Airlines Economy hands down. What a shame!

@Jeb Brooks : Honestly, i love the video. I just watched it today... Thank You for all the efforts of making this available on YT.

Another awesome video, thanks Jeb 👍🏼

5 stars by skyrax.....woooooowwww amazing

Welcome to Bali, Indonesia Enjoy

Watched a few trip reports but this was by far the best production. Excellent narrative and content! Subscribed for more!

completely enjoyed this as always. I love your attention to detail. Thanks Jeb!

amaizing flight.....good job.... love it Garuda Indonesiaa

At 18:01 that is a button to hold the curtain during takeoff and landing.

You're the first KZfaqr that I know is honest with your review especially with this video. You're not afraid to point out the great and not so great things about the product or services. For that reason, you just got a subscriber! Btw, love your editing and narrative. Lastly, I was shock to see that they don't have high end champagne like dom or krug for being 5 star!

Wow, Jeb....so impressed with another fabulous video...Well done.

23 min of video and I don't get boring, one of the best vlog. Brooks, can you tell me how was your experience in Bali, is it good, bad, awesome, worth to visit, your first and last? because I'm planning to go there, Thanks.

It looks very nice.... But, is easy to give an excellent service when there is ONLY 1 passenger in the cabin !! I do believe, though, that Garuda is a fantastic airline

Jeb , first video I’ve watched from you and it was bloody awesome mate !!! That twinkle in your eyes is just magical ... Love love love !!! Fab video by the way and what an incredible service it was... stunning ! ,

I'm definitely the same way! When I'm walking down the jet bridge, it's like a kid on Christmas Day lol. I CAN'T WAIT! Thankfully I usually get to preboard because of my visual impairment and I don't have to worry about slow people in front of me LOL

You and Sam Chui should make a collaboration on an inaugural flight or special flight would love to see

Garuda is a great airline.

despite the amazing service of the carrier, this video is amazing, really love the mood, the fast forward - slo mo and the music is the best. Never been to first class, but seeing the video, somehow, I feel it. 😂

I adore your clouds shots, incredible thanks. Very few others ever show you just get blinks. Thanks😊

Indonesia is the bestt

nice trip report :)

Jeb, your filming and commentary is very pleasing to watch. Well done, more please. This airline is a hidden gem for first class.

B777-300 ER, FIRST CLASS, TOKYO, BALI AND GARUDA INDONESIA. There are all my fav in one package! Great video man!

Garuda Indonesia Airline is one the only 9 five star airlines in the world.

Great video; you got yourself another subscriber. Crazy to think they had all the meals on the menu ready to go just for you. Anything you didn't eat would likely get discarded later.

Thanks for a great video. I haven't flown with Garuda yet, but ....... I love turning left into the premier class cabins - gives me such a tingle of excitement and specialness.

Jeb, you’re a rock star! Awesome video .. your facial expressions crack me up!