PERTH to AMSTERDAM: 38 hours, 3 flights and 1 LOST BAG!

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11 ай бұрын

Join me on an exhaustively long yet luxurious journey from Australia to Europe! In this trip I will be flying from Perth to Amsterdam for the 2023 Dutch GP.
Now I can tell you for most is this not an easy journey and it took me 3 flights, 36 hours and a piece of lost baggage. Although Overall it was a great experience because I got to have a look at the Singapore Airlines first class lounge Changi Airport and I had a tremendous flight form Changi to Zurich with Swiss Air first class! I also got to experience one of my favourite lounges in the world - the Swiss Air first class lounge. Here is: PERTH to AMSTERDAM: 36 hours, 3 flights and 1 LOST BAG!
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@LordandGodofYouTube 11 ай бұрын

As someone who used to travel the world for work from Australia in economy mostly I must admit I'm a bit jealous. Flying on such long flights regularly and having to be processed with the masses burned me out after a few years. Flying business makes life so much easier, first must be mint.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

First is unbelievable

@thenullco 11 ай бұрын

That's envy, not jealousy :-)

@LordandGodofYouTube 11 ай бұрын

@@thenullco you may be right. I did toss up whether to use jealousy or envious. Either way having had to spend many hours in economy I wish I could've done it the way Kym does.

@lordwes7362 11 ай бұрын

@@KymIllman Please do What the drivers drove to Dutch GP and also please include Liam Lawson because he replaces the broken hand injured Danny Ric

@shaneoballs 11 ай бұрын

You must not have been very important to travel the world and not get a business class ticket, never heard that before for a flight longer than 8 hours.

@WimRijksen 11 ай бұрын

Welcome to The Netherlands Kym! Enjoy the rain and the sunshine and then the rain again and the sunshine and...

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

It was a shit full day today

@smith5312 11 ай бұрын

Sounds like Melbourne in Australia ! 😂

@WimRijksen 11 ай бұрын

@@KymIllman Yes it was, or, as we like to call it, Summer!

@evaldsfilipavics9973 11 ай бұрын

as an AirBaltic employee (I am an aircraft maintenance mechanic), hope you've enjoyed the flight!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

I did!

@CallieMasters5000 11 ай бұрын

I never cease to be amazed at how far away Australia & New Zealand are from the rest of the world. Damn, you guys are really on the other side of the world!

@shaneoballs 11 ай бұрын

The better side for sure

@CallieMasters5000 11 ай бұрын

I love seeing Kym be the guinea pig testing out the best and easiest ways to travel for all of us who sit home and never go anywhere. You're beating them at their own game with those bag trackers, though. The airlines should provide trackers for all first & business class luggage. It probably wouldn't cost much compared to all the expensive liquor and other perks. Nice video!

@antuanschocrofthasbeenhack1432 11 ай бұрын

Mate he’s flying business class on Singapore airline , isn’t exactly hard.

@glenncamp733 11 ай бұрын

As a frequent international traveler I appreciate both the joys and the frustrations. You handle these issues with good spirits and patience - I try to do the same, but sometimes my patience gets lost.

@CSXRailfanfilms 11 ай бұрын

These travel videos always make my day! Great work, Kym.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Tell your friends, thanks

@user-ff9er4dl6g 11 ай бұрын

Awesome, classics of modern travel, technology, hospitality,, opulence, frustration, and stunningly beautiful photojournalism.

@firstfreonwarrior 11 ай бұрын

Love these travel 'days' vlogs Kym, enjoy the lounges and business experience.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

It gives me something to do on the trip to

@MrJammyjar 11 ай бұрын

As an avid F1 fan for 30 odd years, I love seeing your travel log videos kym. Thank you, it`s great seeing what your daily busy life is like. Keep up the great work

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@Heinrich_Von_Schnellfahrer 10 ай бұрын

That ending🤣 10/10 Illman👍

@nikobellic2515 11 ай бұрын

I love Kym! He’s always in such a great mood when he films, I hope he has lots to smile about 😊

@chipeirachonks5963 11 ай бұрын

Kym's travel videos are my favourite. At this point m jus thankful to F1 for introducin me to him. 😂

@yazanrajei 11 ай бұрын

Great video! Always excited for the potential of fondue !

@BrendieR 11 ай бұрын

Always enjoy these videos. And your sense of humour cuts me up! Keep them coming!

@TheSocialShells 11 ай бұрын

Such a great video! I am swiss and I had no idea you could get a fondue at the airport! Love these travel videos!

@ferguslavers5918 11 ай бұрын

The Air Baltic flight was great. I was the guy behind you Kym. And a great view of the track on the way in.

@matthewbunting-frame1045 11 ай бұрын

Mate, keep the travel videos coming, great insight into the frequency and experiences getting to the Paddock

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

More to come!

@maxeany 11 ай бұрын

Great video Kym! You sure are an avgeek now! Stunning review

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Thank you kindly!

@joelsantana9588 11 ай бұрын

Hi Kym i came across your video, and i must say it is with joy to watch. Thnx you for showing us things we hope one day to experience. Good luck with your next video. Cheers

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@HansvanPutten 11 ай бұрын

Wow what a trip!! Cool though, lots of interesting information, tks!!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@ianmounstephen3403 11 ай бұрын

Really like the brevity and humour of your reviews. Subscribed!

@johnstevens8151 11 ай бұрын

Another great travel video. I’ll let the others “ooh” and “ahh” over the wives and girlfriends - I’m here for the aircraft and lounges. Thanks for another great vicarious trip - I can’t wait to enjoy that fondue in Zurich someday. Great shot of the track on the approach to Schipol!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

I never stop thinking about it fondue

@MrSnout5 11 ай бұрын

Great video. Never been further than Singapore, but have had some happy hours sipping beer in a beach bar at Zandvoort on a sunny day!

@LMays-cu2hp 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your trip.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@johnralston5164 11 ай бұрын

great video, thanks, what a trip! best wishes

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@warrenw273 11 ай бұрын

38 hours.. that’s a killer.. oh and just ordered your Oscar Piastri signed print.. can’t wait to see it… 👍

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

There’s only one of those left as I write this

@warrenw273 11 ай бұрын

Yep well done. It’s an awesome photo and we went with #44..

@zro.tolerance 11 ай бұрын

You've spoken about using those air tags to track your bags so many times. I'm convinced fully now... Heading to Amazon now to get some for my next journey.

@markknight4232 8 ай бұрын

Discovered your channel only recently Kym as an F1 fan since '91. Great travel reviews and insight, keep it up!

@KymIllman 8 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@luisfelipetrigo 11 ай бұрын

When you never see your bag again, that is lost. When you get reunited with it, that is misplaced. And... all's well that ends well. Thanks for your, always, informative/interesting/fun content.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@michaeltorpy3366 11 ай бұрын

Another good video kym swiss air are very good travelled with them a lot in the 70s and 80s have relatives in Switzerland but only uk to Switzerland love to try their first class one day

@scottmuir2385 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video Mate! As an Australian who was based in HK for many years and traveled Asia for work every week I appreciate the little things that make life easier (such as business)…. I must say - I have never left Changi business class and checed into the Shangri-La for 7 hours…. Thats a treat! But then again you are not a big drinker….. So wouldnt have taken advantage of the lounge like someone who guzzles free booze like its free booze!

@wanttogetupgoahead 11 ай бұрын

Your life is fascinating. Sometimes frustrating but those are nothing in comparison. Thanks for staying passionate!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@ChantalTV 11 ай бұрын

Good promo for Swiss

@964cuplove 11 ай бұрын

Ah those first class problems… will Kym get a fondue or won’t he…. I am glued to my screen 😂😂😂 lovely mate , keep them coming !

@dylanjmatthews 11 ай бұрын

i absolutely love singapore airport-so beautiful!

@blafaard 11 ай бұрын

I love your travel vids Kym, keep em coming :)

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

@KNG-os3bs 11 ай бұрын

The Valley Wing at the Sheraton is fantastic

@stanley1433 11 ай бұрын

That is a long journey from Perth. At least you did have time to rest in Singapore.

@oblongmusic3389 11 ай бұрын

What an eventful schlep across Planet Earth..!! I have now become your newest subscriber and look forward to seeing more of your travels .. peace .. 🙏

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Welcome

@EvryTime 11 ай бұрын

The only KZfaqr whose videos I watch and instantly hit the Like button. Never put a foot wrong. Love this guy. Great Personality.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

High praise indeed. Thanks

@mclarenF1race 11 ай бұрын

At least they didn't leave your bag in another country this time Kym! 🙏See what you mean when you said wait for my video tomorrow when I asked jovially about any lost luggage! 🤣 Thanks for the excellent content as always!!! 👌

@q3aryoko 11 ай бұрын

You a trooper my friend. I am trying to do one F1 race a year. I am American and i have been to the Mexico, US, Monaco, Barcelona GPs so far. I would LOVE to go to the Australian and Singapore GPs. Bloody hell, i just don't think i can handle the commutes! So on to Monza or Silverstone in 2024!

@benwilson9150 11 ай бұрын

Air Baltic were the launch customer for the A220, it was an Air Baltic aircraft that was brought out to Australia for Qantas to checkout and again to announce they had ordered them for QantasLink.

@daniel69 11 ай бұрын

Amazing video ❤❤❤

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

You are so kind

@turnerjames 11 ай бұрын

Looooooved the intro. Do that more. Straight into it.

@martinlanders6135 11 ай бұрын

You must really love that fondue Kim!! I think I’d stick with the porridge at that hour of the morning 😂

@BilTheGalacticHero 11 ай бұрын

LOL! The wrong time on the phone is epic. I've had that happen on a small scale and it's always annoying. I'm shocked you check a bag but I guess if you're traveling by yourself and need to have the camera gear in your carry then on the clothes have to go somewhere. I'm using to traveling with my family where we can spread the bodies and lenses around our various carry on luggage.

@paulkeay5032 11 ай бұрын

The Valley Wing is where you should stay at the Shangri La in Singapore - own entrance , super large rooms, loads of freebies. Garden Wing is also very good - tropical feel with balconies

@alexmcwhirter6602 11 ай бұрын

But it's the Garden Wing which is special (for S'pore that is).

@gerarteuben3333 11 ай бұрын

I’m using a air tag for my bags for several years now and it works great. Highly recommended.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Good to know!

@SwirlingSoul 11 ай бұрын

I absolutely enjoyed this one!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

So glad!

@rolandfromearth 11 ай бұрын

Happy to see my workplace - airBaltic on your video. Perhaps will share this with the marketing team :D Some of our aircrafts are used on some LX routes (not codeshare).

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Go for it!

@2Fast4Mellow 11 ай бұрын

12 years ago I discovered a handy life hack. I just FedEx my suitcase(s) to my destination. I only have a simple backpack with the things I actually need like wallet, papers, laptop and food. Many hotels have an option to set luggage aside it you inform them. Some charge a small fee if they need to safeguard it over 24 hours, never lost a suitcase since. Depending on how much luggage you have, it might even save you some money as airlines love to charge you for everything... I did flew a few times first class, but in general I'm more than happy with business class...

@SunDodger 11 ай бұрын

Got to admire your dedication to the Fondue. 👍

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

I’m pining for it now.

@chrisprideaux151 11 ай бұрын

Hilarious ending as always Kym 😂

@NikCan66 11 ай бұрын

Another great video and informative to have a tracking device is required

@WINGSANDRAILS 11 ай бұрын

The lobby was bigger then most airport terminals LOL!!

@philip5899 11 ай бұрын

Wow those AirTags really saved the day!

@skulls2802 11 ай бұрын

Love the videos Kym and I miss Perth. Moved to perth in 2002 and relocated back to the UK in 2012 buy the Australian company i still work with. I get to fly around the globe and use Priority pass which is a bit hit and miss. Istanbul is a great airport and the Turkish Airlines Business lounge is a favourite. Please could you indicate what locator you are using as i've lost more bags than i can remember.

@saml4828 11 ай бұрын

I already love your videos, but this video was edited really really well even better than the good editing in the other ones

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it.

@peterboulton137 11 ай бұрын

Great Video! Kym--------This just shows why i never check anything in!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

I wish I did not have to check anything in!

@a.arnaavv 11 ай бұрын

Travel Video are my favourite

@jaycee320 11 ай бұрын

😲38hrs.. but the fondue must fix everything ❤❤😊 stay passionate

@dannyvdmoo 11 ай бұрын

wow not cheap...bud great trip...!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

It was a great way to travel long distance

@Torontolaw 11 ай бұрын

I love the way you travel!!!! I hope these places are looking after you for this advertisement as I want to to go we’re you suggest…

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

I’m just tell it like it is.

@SuperPassionflower 11 ай бұрын

Perth to Amsterdam.. quite a distance to cover and glad the suitcase mystery was solved. Longest travel I did was from Bali via Djakarta- Singapore, Karachi, Zurich to home.. but all economy class and no overnight stay anywhere in between just long waiting hours at airports with the exception of Singapore where we were allowed into the city for the day.. That was a very long time ago btw! 1980.. but oh.. seeing the satay!! remembering the delicious foods out there in both Indonesia and the day in Singapore!!! Oh I do it home made often anyway, as I have Indonesian blood lol

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

I’m think it’s the satay sauce I love.

@SuperPassionflower 11 ай бұрын

@@KymIllman oh yes whether based on soy or based on peanut... the sauces certainly go down well imho!

@TheCed5000 11 ай бұрын

The f bomb at the end 😂😂😂

@robvanfucht5380 11 ай бұрын

Good old NH Zandvoort, just a few steps away from the track!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Too bad, the rooms are circa 1980

@elmartinez85 11 ай бұрын

Love the vlogs but the last 30 seconds of the video was hilarious.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Glad I brought a smile to your face

@F1Fanatic76 11 ай бұрын

I love these travel videos but I get travel anxiety just watching them 😂

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Stay calm

@farah.k5019 11 ай бұрын

Wise man

@ppcfoc 11 ай бұрын

Where did you get the template for the boarding pass text effect? This looks very professional. Great video, thanks for sharing.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

One of my staff made that

@0tispunkm3y3r 11 ай бұрын

Looked a bit like Harry Metcalfe there talking with the rep whilst waiting for your bags. And bloody air tags for the win.

@user-ff9er4dl6g 11 ай бұрын

I remember flying quite often a number of decades ago. I never would have imagined getting on board wearing anything but a suit and tie. The same was true in the upscale lounges. People had more class and good taste. Respect was accompanied with proper attire. What happened?

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

No room for a suit n tie for me.

@frank6250 11 ай бұрын

Kym knows F1 is a snoozefest this year so he gives us a travel blog.

@Bradr990 11 ай бұрын

Will have to get you a lost touch with the common man tshirt

@ianwilde5379 11 ай бұрын

Hi! Love the show it's one of my favourites on KZfaq. In your considerable experience, what is the best rucksack travel bag that you have found?

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Never had one. Only take a camera bag with wheels.

@megandarcy937 11 ай бұрын

I love how quiet "The Private Room" is.

@megandarcy937 11 ай бұрын

and the new Suites are lovely!

@StevenQ74 10 ай бұрын

You can get good Satay in the Netherlands as well Kym, many good Inonesian restaurants here

@KymIllman 10 ай бұрын

Noted. Thanks!

@alexmcwhirter6602 11 ай бұрын

Hello Kym, you may have a good reason for taking the route you did ..but really only two flights would be necessary. Saves time and there's less chance of checked baggage going astray.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Price

@samansiddiquie1902 11 ай бұрын

I got exhausted by watching this video only lol

@JesseBerkeley 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for taking us along with you, id be curious to know what gadget you're using to track your luggage because i think i need this in my life 😂

@cristinavisanica4531 11 ай бұрын

I think he used airtags, they are really useful for the luggage

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Apple air tags

@JesseBerkeley 11 ай бұрын

Oh thanks for that! #Genius

@MtNgravel 11 ай бұрын

Welkom in Nederland :)

@Paul-sd8vk 11 ай бұрын

Another great travel video and airtags are the travellers dream. If you fly singapore airlines suites out of singapore, you are dropped off at a private terminal for an extraordinary hotel lobby style experience

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

One day maybe

@teamredgutz399 11 ай бұрын

36 hours is dedication to the job. See you in Monza! Dana and I will be in the Aston Martin Paddock Club hospitality lounge.

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Noted

@teamredgutz399 11 ай бұрын

@@KymIllman we were very lucky to get them. Very. Last minute upgrade.

@speedgoat7496 11 ай бұрын

Glad you got your bag, what device did you use to track it?

@Allan-ts1ux 11 ай бұрын

It's a good thing you not airplane air o phobic..... Beautiful pool

@isotechimages.9130 11 ай бұрын

I am a bit concerned for your future waistline Kym as you seem to focus on the food a bit much.😂😂

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Man’s Gotta eat

@RosyMiranto 11 ай бұрын

Press F to Pay Resoects for the Bag. Welcome to the Netherlands at least sir

@lpollock7893 11 ай бұрын

Kym, thanks for your travel videos. You’ve probably said this before, but what digital tags do you have on your luggage?

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

The apple ones

@janeb2382 11 ай бұрын

Hi from NZ ! Whats the bag tracking app you have to keep tabs on your luggage ??? See you at the Singapore F1 ! I'll say Hi.... that will be odd lol !!! Also love your vids very entertaining!!!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Apple airtags

@RebelPhoenix13 11 ай бұрын

Sleeping for 8 hours but feeling and thinking you only slept for 3 is so relatable. Doing it in first class,,,,, not so much. 😂

@MC-di7op 11 ай бұрын

I’m flying swiss first too next week to sao paolo and i just saw that my first leg is also with air baltic! interesting

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Enjoy your flights

@CJ-gp9yh 11 ай бұрын

Kym, how do you find the time to edit these videos? They’re such high quality and I’d imagine you are constantly busy once you reach your location. Thanks for the vids!

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

I have an editor. I will pass your positive feedback onto him!

@tonydiggins3441 11 ай бұрын

I’m interested to know why you didn’t choose SIA from SIN to AMS direct? I’m interested because I’m thinking of doing that route next time rather than mucking about through LHR? Tony D

@KymIllman 11 ай бұрын

Price

@desuti9329 11 ай бұрын

reason you flying airBaltic instead of Swiss is that Swiss rented several A220 (Bombardier C-Series) from airBaltic to operate for Swiss, because Swiss got some problems with their A220's and don't have enough that can fly.