I will never fly SAS business class again. Here’s why.

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After this business class flight, I will never fly SAS again. This return trip from Los Angeles to Copenhagen features many more service issues than the outbound trip from CPH to LAX. But why I will not fly SAS Business is not exactly related. This video also features the United Polaris Lounge and the Star Alliance Lounge at LAX.
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✈️ Trip details:
Route: Los Angeles LAX to Copenhagen CPH
Date: Dec. 29-30, 2023
Airline: Scandinavian Airlines (SK)
Aircraft type: Airbus A330
Class of service: Business class
Frequent flyer status: Star Alliance Gold (TK Elite)
Paid with: Cash
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The outbound trip: • SAS Business Class A33...
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⌚ Sections in this video (I will never fly SAS business class again. Here’s why.):
00:00 | SAS business class to CPH
00:55 | Check-in at LAX terminal B
02:22 | Security screening at TSA
02:50 | Walk to terminal 7 Polaris Lounge
04:07 | Many schedule changes by SAS
05:22 | United Polaris Lounge at LAX
07:29 | Non-inclusive policy on personal data
08:52 | Star Alliance Lounge at LAX
11:04 | Boarding area gate 159
11:23 | Bad news for this flight
12:55 | Cabin layout SAS A330 business class
13:34 | A service issue arises
14:23 SAS financial problems
15:16 | Seat privacy in business class
16:02 | Meal service
17:46 | Business class seat features
19:05 | Power supply problems
19:57 | Mood light and other details
20:44 | In-flight entertainment system
21:30 | Lavatory tour
22:14 | Snack bar in business class
22:53 | Bed mode
23:59 | Service issues summary
24:50 | Breakfast service before landing
25:33 | Did I get my coat back?
26:04 | Why I will not fly SAS again
26:35 | Arrival at Copenhagen airport
27:51 | SAS on short-haul routes
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@nickfellows6993 4 ай бұрын

We're just back on an A330 and had great service from the crew - both outward and return they were warm and attentive. The overhead bins were all pretty much empty so I was quite happy to gently fold my coat and put it in there. Unlike most airlines the even numbered seats have a wide table / platform between the seat and aisle and this made it feel exceptionally spacious and private particularly when you are partially reclined or in flat bed mode. There were only 4 seats across by 8 lines with 4 stewards.

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

I'm happy you had a great experience! And yes, the seat is nice!

@_MisterDude 3 ай бұрын

«There isn’t really a very strong sense of privacy» he says, after filming the person next to him.

@MarkusTravels 3 ай бұрын

It was a pretty good illustration of the point, wasn't it?

@_MisterDude 2 ай бұрын

@@MarkusTravels If the person consented to having their face uploaded to KZfaq, then yes. Else it’s just a violation of the persons right to privacy.

@MyFreeVideoServer 4 ай бұрын

And 2+ weeks after seeing the thumbnail teasing me about a February premiere, I finally get to watch you be snarky in another business class seat. The cherry on top to a snow day here in Denver. Cheers, Markus!

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

Snarky is my brand! Thanks for watching though. I wish we had snow here in Basel too. I've only been to Denver once, and I enjoyed it. It's the only city I've visited that has a saddle shop on the main shopping street. Plus I loved the airport!

@elevat1on 4 ай бұрын

Seems to me like you wont fly them again because they're leaving Star Alliance in favor of Skyteam. Which is far enough, but it's not reflected in the title.

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

Yes, that's correct. One of the constant challenges of KZfaq is to come up with clickable titles. For the outbound video I used a much more neutral title to see what works best.

@elevat1on 3 ай бұрын

@@MarkusTravels Clickbait will be your downfall, even if you make great videos.

@heinrichb Ай бұрын

Clickbait is how you lose your audience. But I guess it is a valid short-term strategy.

@Deprecated935 4 ай бұрын

All airlines have bad moments, for sure. I've had a really bad Emirates experience in the past, and they are considered top tier, especially their businesses/first class.

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

I've only flown Emirates once, and was very impressed. But it's true, you get good days and bad days.

@Deprecated935 4 ай бұрын

I can't quite afford to tell Quantas or Singapore to sod off, I live in Sydney. 😅

@Fleizch 4 ай бұрын

Actually you can access the aisle when the tray table is out in business , though only at the seats that face the aisle.. You can lower the armrest an get out that way without putting the tray away...

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

That's a great point!

@handsomeKz 17 сағат бұрын

Sorry to be hursh but what is the big premium to fly 350 compare to the 330? Something you complain about and I can’t figure out. Had a flight to ORD from CPH recently and it was some house after the food service when they in SAS Business just have the galley snack bar behind 8A seat. When I get there they got just one Coca Cola zero. And wanted a Sprite just asked them nicely in they got a Sprite left. Took 10 sec before I had a cold one at the same time I would one ice cube or two and he saw it was just five cubs left and most water. So he filler it up with new ice. Later on I wanted to taste the Apple must and even this time anothere crew member said one second it in a few second I got a full glass. Dunno if it something new for the trip I did but you can pre-order both way and there I got option to order both vegeterian and vegan even if during my flight they had one vegetarian option in the menu. I also prefer that SAS would continue in Star Aaliance but I rather accept they get invested by Air France-KLM and continue their service by Skyteam compare I have to fly by Norwegian, BRA or Finnair as Nordic provider in the sky 😊

@MarkusTravels 17 сағат бұрын

The only reason I wanted to fly the A350 is that I've never been on that aircraft before! I bet it would be comfortable.

@Buc_Stops_Here Ай бұрын

Labels are pretty straight forward. I think you have volume increase, volume decrease, light on/off, cancel steward, call steward (top to bottom). Why is that hard to understand? The title is completely misleading, leaving an airline because it changes alliance? More accurate tile (and not click bait) is SAS Business Class is adequate, but leaving Star Alliance. Not certain I will watch another video.

@MarkusTravels Ай бұрын

Thanks for your feedback Buc!

@rubricen 3 ай бұрын

Norway ditched SAS many years ago. It is Swedish and Danish now. They are not so rich.

@MarkusTravels 3 ай бұрын

In this latest round, Sweden also got out. Denmark is still in, with KLM.

@rubricen 3 ай бұрын

We run out of gaffa- Good luck KLM@@MarkusTravels

@omarytorres 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the detailed video!

@MarkusTravels 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@gorannilsson8319 4 ай бұрын

Hej Markus! Thanks for your nice review of SAS and its Biz-product. I agree with you, crew is not the very best on all flights and the privacy is not the best either. I go for the food and drinks which I think is perfect. Charles Heidsieck is for me the best non vintage champagne in the air right now. I´m *A Gold I will stay SAS as long as I can and keep on my Eurobonus Gold status lifetime. Inget om Gott och Blandat denna gången?!

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

I think SAS is a loss for Star Alliance. Especially since they were a founding member. The Gott & Blandat was just in the clip. Those who know, know!

@AINOTGVV 4 ай бұрын

It s little bit akward,every one is going to copenhagen(is he that famous?) everyone is okay but copenhagen what is happening can someone tells what is happening?

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

I'm not sure what you're referring to specifically, but Copenhagen certainly is a nice city!

@Cta2006 3 ай бұрын

I don't think that Scandinavia has a larger % of vegetarians than other countries. I don't know where you get the idea .... Also, you complain too much.

@MarkusTravels 3 ай бұрын

For a more positive review, see here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bJiInrZl0a24mmQ.html

@goteborg0916 4 ай бұрын

Markus. Great Video. Very informative

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@johannesbols57 4 ай бұрын

It's not easy being a victim, now is it?

@MarkusTravels 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my video. What's your experience in SAS business class?

@heartoflight2885 3 ай бұрын

their Business Class is quite inexpensive

@MarkusTravels 3 ай бұрын

You're right about that. I didn't mention it in the video, but the price was actually one reason I chose SAS on this trip.

@rubenskaar7858 21 күн бұрын

Simple style, simple life. That's what Scandinavian life is like. So why care so much about what's good or bad with SAS. it's based on our culture. deal with it. 🙂

@MarkusTravels 21 күн бұрын

Simple style, simple life sounds very good to me!