Reviews - The Only Way Is Travel

Fable Auckland MGallery Review: Shocking 2-Star Failure

Our Fable Auckland MGallery Review covers a disappointing 2-star stay, with a poor Junior Suite location, nightclub noise, underwhelming balcony view, average breakfast and a hotel experience that missed expectations. Overall Rating: ★★

Fullers360 Ferry to Waiheke Island Review

Fullers360 Ferry to Waiheke Island: Auckland Scenic Easy Trip

Take the Fullers360 Ferry to Waiheke Island for an easy scenic crossing from Auckland, with harbour views, outdoor seating, onboard refreshments, regular sailings, and a relaxed arrival into beautiful Waiheke Island.

Mudbrick The Archive Bistro Review: Stunning Waiheke Meal

Our Mudbrick The Archive Bistro Review covers a stunning Waiheke Island lunch, with scenic vineyard views, lovely food, excellent wine, friendly service and a relaxed yet well-run dining experience near Auckland. Overall Rating: ★★★★★

Qantas Business Lounge Sydney Review: Busy Quick Visit

We visited the Qantas Business Lounge Sydney before our LATAM Business Class flight to Auckland. The lounge felt overcrowded, but the showers proved useful and helped us feel refreshed before boarding. Overall Rating: ★★★

LATAM Boeing 787-9 Business Class Review: Honest Verdict

In our review of the LATAM Boeing 787-9 Business Class from Sydney to Auckland, covering the lounge, tired cabin, adequate seat, slow service, decent meal on a 5th Freedom Flight. Overall Rating ★★★

Elevated British Airways 777-300 Business Class Review in 2025

British Airways Business Class 777-300 Club Suites gave us privacy, comfort, strong crew and great Avios value from Heathrow to Sydney via Singapore, although food and finishes lacked world-class. Overall rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐