This is our once-in-a-lifetime family trip to Europe. Shane graduated from high school and soon won't be able to join us for nearly a month way. Katy is immersed in high school band and drum line, and aspires to join a summertime drum and bugle corps. Harry was able to finagle three consecutive weeks of vacation (plus some floating holidays. This trip is our last forseeable shot at a 26 day adventure through Europe.
When planning our 10+ transatlantic flight, I kept in mind two things: 1) Harry has a problematic back, and 2) Shane will be exhausted from no sleep the previous night (grad night at Disneyland.) Therefore, I carefully weighed the choices and decided on Air New Zealand's premium economy seats for the trip to London.
There are drawbacks to this flight. In the event of an emergency (say Shane is accepted to a University which requires orientation while we are out of the country) there is no reasonable alternative but to cancel the tickets and rebook on another carrier. We were surprised to learn that the carry on luggage is restricted to 15 (!!) pounds.
However! Premium economy seats are comfortable with plenty of leg room (for our height - challenged family.)
"It's fancy!" declared Katy, who was impressed with both the menu and the entertainment system.
(photos to be added shortly)
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