High-Flying Luxury: Unveiling Etihad’s Residence Experience | London to Abu Dhabi

Embark on an extraordinary journey with me aboard Etihad's A380 in the Residence from London to Abu Dhabi. The adventure starts with unexpected challenges, but Etihad's swift solutions ensure a seamless experience.

Onboard, the Residence unveils its grandeur—three rooms dedicated to luxury.

Impeccable service, exquisite champagne, and a culinary journey featuring caviar and a perfectly cooked steak create a magical experience. Etihad's commitment to excellence shines through in both hardware and crew professionalism.

As we approach Abu Dhabi the return of the Residence marks a new era in luxury travel. Stay tuned for more.

Enjoy!

Marcel

00:00 Map
00:47 Intro
01:15 Westminster Bridge
03:44 Check-in at Heathrow Terminal 4
05:40 View Heathrow
07:53 Etihad First & Business Class Lounge
10:53 At the Gate
11:53 Boarding the A380
12:14 This is The Residence
14:48 Femme de Champagne
16:06 Menu
19:19 Take-off
20:27 Aperitif
21:11 The Residence - Full Tour
21:50 Bedroom
22:30 Bathroom and Shower
24:11 Pandora
26:05 Lunch
33:59 Showering onboard
35:08 Final thoughts
36:45 Outro

Thank you.

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[AlexanderGeorge]

Whenever I watch your videos, I have to put them on the big screen. Now I’m in a hotel room, so my ipad is the compromise.
Brilliant work as always. Thank you Marcel!

And btw, I just flew with Amanda on my previous London sector, I was working in the galley next to her. She’s awesome, great personality.

Looking forward to your next video. Cheers friend

[roybackhouse]

That is the benchmark. Not only in cinematography and informed narration; but such aspirational storytelling that Ethiad SHOULD use the video as their introduction to the residence to set their customers expectation. One you for giving me a new aviation goal! Maybe the 14 hr version you get the music permission? Well done!

[XJM]

Incredible video, absolutely incredible! Hands down appreciation Marcel.

[lomtaisong]

Another masterpiece. Well done! Please take this in the nicest possible way because I know you are a perfectionist. The phrase you were looking for was "minute perfection" meaning something that is detailed or precise, rather than "miniscule perfection" meaning something small or insignificant. Love your work Marcel.

[BomberFletch]

An absolutely sensational review as always, Marcel. I'm really enjoying this cinematic flight reports series. And thank you for going into such detail. Watching this video is almost like experiencing The Residence for myself! Almost. Whenever I watch your cinematic flight reports, I look at the menu and decide in my head what I would have chosen, and then I start getting hungry!

Personally, I dislike grapefruit. Aside from the fact that for medical reasons I am not permitted to have any grapefruit, I have never liked the flavour of grapefruit, which is naturally bitter. It is certainly not something I would have even tried!

I am eagerly awaiting the next installment! 7 hours is nowhere near long enough to experience The Residence fully!

[theaccountant]

I was wondering about yesterday's video as it contained copyrighted music.

So this is a "clean" version (?)

[PaddyMac]

I’m going to tell everybody I know (and even randoms I don’t know) about this video. You deserve 1m+ subscribers without a shadow of a doubt. It’s a cinematic thing of artistry that EVERY body needs to see

[TheoAbsolon]

Marcel! This review was - as always - an absolute pleasure to watch! I know I say this on every video, but no one else does it like you! Your attention to detail, the music selection, narration...b-roll - everything is so considered and I wish more would take a page from your book! Here's to your next one! 🥂✈

[savageZ]

Can I please say even before I watch this Video, you are most certainly the best and most professional reviewer on YouTube for Aviation reviews. Everything is just perfect.

[inflightexpert]

Always an absolute treat to watch one of your cinematic flight reports - especially on this particular occasion showcasing this extraordinary product + service. Thank you for your time, effort and quality. The outro with coldplay was perfect. Wishing you all the best and every success. Take care and safe flights. David

[johnmichaeloconnor]

Why on earth did you choose to film the vast majority of your flight in near darkness? I was unable to appreciate the 'living room ' since it was hidden in darkness. I'm sure the jnterior lights were working, so why not illuminate the roon? Very disappointing. You didn't do that on your earlier first class flight with your GF.

[marcambouphaure]

This flight review is a pure cinematic 😊.

[mpaul]

It's finally here! Absolutely worth the wait every minute of it 👍. You seemed so much at home amd relaxed in the Residence compared to the times you are in Etihad's First and Business. Truly felt like home, eh!! 😉Amanda truly represents the very friendly amd polished Etihad Airways cabin crews. Mr. Bond of the Aviation World you do these videos so damn right!! Looking forward to you and your girlfriend returning back on the Residence to see how it is to travel as a couple 🥂. Cheers!!

[po]

This is what we're called luxurious travel. They even give you an escort at check-in. unreal.

[telamin]

liked the video first and then proceeded to watch. You just know what you're going to get when it comes to Marcel's videos :D

[julius_.]

another amazing video marcel, truly one of the best, if not the best flight reviewers out there!

[rexgold]

Absolutely stunning cinematic video.. love the information and detail you go into.. just started following you..

[LD-xlqc]

Finally...someone who dresses like he belongs in 1st class!

[hagit]

Milioners only....too bad I'm not one of them

[chongshaohong]

Are there any differences between this upload and the previous one?