Monday, 18 September 2023

The Long Hop

Good morning from somewhere off the coast of British Columbia! We've been in the air for over 13 hours, and while it's been a lengthy journey, it’s also been surprisingly comfortable. Our Singapore Airlines Airbus A350 flight has been a great experience, generous legroom, cozy seats, top-notch service, in-flight Wi-Fi, and a smooth ride throughout. Miraculously, we all managed to catch a good amount of sleep.

Flying out of Singapore, daylight was brief since we were heading against the sun, meaning most of the flight was spent in darkness. Now, as the sun rises, we're beginning our descent into Seattle.

Here’s the mind-bender: we’re landing in Seattle just about an hour after taking off from Singapore—despite being in the air for 15 hours! That’s thanks to crossing the International Date Line, which throws your sense of time completely off. In real time, it’s been nearly 20 hours since we left Perth. The real adventure kicks off once we land at SEA-TAC!

Our epic journey through the northern United States is officially underway! Over the coming weeks, we’ll be exploring some incredible destinations—Seattle, Yellowstone, Chicago, Washington D.C., and New York. No doubt, this adventure will be filled with unforgettable moments and stories waiting to be shared.

For now, though, the mission is simple: stay awake as long as possible tonight to fight off the dreaded jet lag!

Flight to Seattle

 

We’ve arrived in Singapore, though the journey wasn’t without its hiccups. Let’s just say red-eye flights rarely go smoothly for us. The late departure, odd meal hours, and disrupted sleep always seem to throw us off. While Singapore Airlines offers exceptional service and their planes are top-notch, we’re still feeling pretty drained this morning. Thankfully, we’ve got a 15-hour stretch ahead on our next leg to Seattle—plenty of time to rest and recharge. It’s also our first time flying on an Airbus A350, and Harry, especially, is thrilled for the experience.

Flight to the US via Singapore

 

We’re embarking on an exciting journey to the USA! Our Singapore Airlines Boeing 787 flight is about to take off for Singapore, where we’re scheduled to arrive early tomorrow morning.