Yes! The MAX8 range is 6,500KM. CNS — HND is 5,900KM. Other carriers are flying the MAX8 on longer routes e.g., Brasilia to Orlando — 6,079KM. I would also love to see PER — AKL direct (5,350KM). I don’t know about the economics — but it...

With a range of 6,000 KM, the MAX 10 can flight direct from Perth to Auckland (5,300 KM). Hoping Virgin Australia will make this route happen.  If Virgin Australia configure the MAX 10 with a business class like Jet Blues' (as Hrdlicka has indicated), I'd be very happy. 

I agree: great roaming is the key. Vodafone offers roaming for $5 a day using your mobile plan.  This is super convenient if you're country hoping.  I suspect Vodafone can offer this because they're a global company. 

Me too — use mine daily. Plus, the additional cards are super useful — especially for sharing expenses with someone.