Flying second time in less than 2 weeks is really an unthinkable thing for me.  I got back to Singapore from Shanghai on 10 August 2009 for my first business trip.  However, this time, it is different.

I am flying to Melbourne with Sue for our holiday that we planned in March 2009.  It was almost ruined by the Swine Flu (Flu H1N1), which only got its name in May 2009.  Travelling to Melbourne from Singapore is usually quite costly, so when we chanced upon SGD818 ticket from Qanta, we immediately booked it!  But because of the health scare, we got very worried that we may have to forego our trip and lose our money.

Thank God that the Swine Flu died down a little in Singapore and Australia.  In the worse case scenario, I would have to take additional leave to stay home for quarantine.

Checking in was smooth.  Only 18kg of luggage.  We boarded the plane at 7pm.

This is my first time flying Qantas.  I must say that I am impressed.  I am comparing my experience with Singapore Airlines. The seats are wider, which is good for big people like me.  The air flight attendants are more relaxed.  You can feel the sense of ease that everything is going to be alright.  I just fitted into a glove when words, like “How is it going?”, “No worries”, “You’re alright” started flowing out on the plane.  On Singapore Airlines, it is strictly business!  After this experience, I may seriously consider flying Qantas if the price is right.

Even when we were on the plane, Sue and I were in a surreal state that we are finally going back to Australia for a visit since we left the country in 2003 (6 years) and 2004 (5 years), respectively.

Now time to get some sleep