Economy Class & Beyond

IcelandAir offers Gate-to-Gate WiFi

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For those of us who want to be connected at all times in the air, IcelandAir have become the first airline in Europe to allow Gate-to-Gate WiFi on its fleet. IcelandAir Boeing 757-200 - Image, Icelandair  Gate-to-Gate in this case means you can hook onto the WiFi when you get on the plane at your origin, and disconnect from the Wifi when you walk off the plane - … [Read more...]

Growing Old in Style – A Symphony of Lights

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Growing Old in Style - A Symphony of Lights Index: 40.. wait? You're 40??? Off to Heathrow with National Express Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and British Airways Galleries First BA936 London Heathrow to Düsseldorf in Club Europe Düsseldorf airport and the most boring lounge... in the world (Lufthansa Business Lounge) CX376 Düsseldorf Airport to Hong Kong … [Read more...]

Iberia 40% Avios Redemption Offer

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Hot off having 25% off for couples, Iberia is now introducing 40% off redemptions on certain routes Now, before you too get excited with 50 routes up for grabs, there's mostly European Routes, with a smattering of Long Haul routes to South America. Prices displayed are one way, and include the following routes: Iberia Mainline Band 1: From 2,700 Avios one-way Between … [Read more...]

TRIP REPORT – Californiacation! (featuring Adam!)

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TRIP REPORT - Californiacation! (featuring Adam!)   Kevin's Note: Amazingly, I have friends. And some of them enjoy Economy Class travel too. I'd like to introduce you to Adam who's going to California using a bit of research, a bit of knowledge... and mad open jaw flying. So, sit back and enjoy. Index: Californiacation - What, where, why, when, who, … [Read more...]

Heathrow Express free upgrade for Star Alliance Gold holders

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If you hold Star Alliance Gold status and travel on Heathrow Express, there's a very good offer starting today - allowing you to upgrade from Heathrow Express Standard to First Class for nothing. To use this you must Use your Star Alliance Gold Card (which must be valid and a physical card) Have a vaild Heathrow Express Ticket Must be on a full fare ticket The offer is … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Cathay Pacific Airbus A330-300

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It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some airplane art on this Valentines Day. (Not that Valentines Day makes any difference for what sort of picture was going to be posted today). This week, coming to the gate at Hong Kong International Airport on a mildly warm Sunday is a Cathay Pacific Airbus A330-300. Cathay Pacific operate a fleet of 41 Airbus A330-300s in … [Read more...]

Growing Old in Style – Riding the Ding Dings (Trams) and Causeway Bay Presents “The Force Awakens”

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Growing Old in Style - Riding the Ding Dings and Causeway Bay Presents "The Force Awakens" Index: 40.. wait? You're 40??? Off to Heathrow with National Express Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and British Airways Galleries First BA936 London Heathrow to Düsseldorf in Club Europe Düsseldorf airport and the most boring lounge... in the world (Lufthansa Business … [Read more...]

Iberia offers 25% off for two travellers

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Love is still in the air, and airlines are still wanting to grab your wallet so you can give your valentine the perfect present.... a flight about their aircraft. Today, it's the turn of Iberia who are offering 25% off with flights. Now before you and your loved one start to hunt for long haul tickets with 25% off, the promotion is for European destinations to Spain, and … [Read more...]

Hailo and British Airways team up – Bonus Avios ahoy!

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Believe it or not, there are actually are competitors to Uber. Yes. I know. To some of you this is a shock. But there are other transportation services around. One of those is Hailo - who have teamed up with British Airways to offer Avios. Hailo and Avios Advert There team-up is resulting in a bonus 1,000 Avios when you use Hailo for the first time. In addition, Hailo will … [Read more...]