Economy Class & Beyond

Video Saturday: The Orbis Flying Eye Hospital

by

It's Saturday again, so its time to grab some popcorn, pop your seat into a lazy position and ensure you have a beverage to hand as we go to this week's video. This week's video focuses on a special McDonnell Douglas DC-10. Whilst the class was withdrawn from passenger use this year (have a read of my DC-10 experiences in a special trip report), they are still used as cargo … [Read more...]

Airline cashback… Is it worth the effort?

by

Time for another old chestnut for me to roast, and that's the joy of cashback when it comes to airlines. Firmly in my sights today is Lucky's favourite airline in the world... Lufthansa. Why yes, I still fly other airlines than BA and AA. I know, it shocks some of you... I needed to make a booking so I could get to FTU Amsterdam so, like any good consumer, I compared prices - … [Read more...]

The Battle of London City to Dublin: Are there too many seats on this route?

by

An interesting battle has started at on the London City Airport to Dublin routing, with three carriers going toe-to-to-toe with FlyBe, British Airways and incumbent CityJet fighting over passengers on the route. So lets do a bit of background. The incumbent CityJet has been through the mill recently, but has gone on the attack with a 9 time a weekday service between the two … [Read more...]

Viva Las BAcon! A Night Time Walk down the strip

by

Viva Las BAcon! A Night Time Walk down the strip Trip Report Index (it's long): Viva Las BACon! The second spin of the roulette wheel Heading to Birmingham Airport, EI277 Birmingham Airport - Dublin Airport HOTEL: Bewleys Hotel, Dublin Airport The DAA Lounge, Dublin Airport BA831 Dublin Airport - London Heathrow Terminal 1 An Easy Heathrow Transit … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways companion seat sale in Business Class

by

It's that time of the year again, with Qatar Airways  2-for-1 sale on business class seats. Sample Business Class 2 for 1 fares on sale - from the UK - Data Qatar Airways There is a limited period to book these seats, with the sale ending on the 31st October 2014. On top of that there are a fair few restrictions It's for 2 to 8 passengers travelling together in Business … [Read more...]

Snapshot: The Hyatt Regency O’Hare, Chicago

by

Time for another snapshot of my recent Chicago trip - this time at one of my familiar haunts, The Hyatt Regency O'Hare. Location: Well it's off North River Road in Rosemont. If you're catching a cab or L service downtown, you can't miss the place... I spent way too much time catching up with friends that weekend, but I was glad I got a room at the group rate I'm on … [Read more...]

Viva Las BAcon! The Luxor Casino and Hotel

by

Viva Las BAcon! The Luxor Casino and Hotel Trip Report Index (it's long): Viva Las BACon! The second spin of the roulette wheel Heading to Birmingham Airport, EI277 Birmingham Airport - Dublin Airport HOTEL: Bewleys Hotel, Dublin Airport The DAA Lounge, Dublin Airport BA831 Dublin Airport - London Heathrow Terminal 1 An Easy Heathrow Transit and … [Read more...]

United Airlines to go to Newcastle Upon Tyne

by

United Airlines varies some of its seasonal route, operating its Boeing 757-200  aircraft on odd and wonderful missions. For the summer 2015 season, they are going to deploy a two-class Boeing 757 between the airlines hub at Newark International Airport to Newcastle Upon Tyne Airport.  United Airlines Boeing 757-200WL at Dublin Airport - Image, Economy Class and … [Read more...]

Idiot things to do at an airport: Have “badly named” Wifi Hotspots

by

We all know that airports aren't a place to play silly games when it comes to security. Well, there's a new thing to be aware of when going through security and on your plane - and that's the name of your mobile phone hotspot. For example, the following names could be considered mostly non-offensive. Well - Kevin's iPhone5 could be offensive to Android users - but … [Read more...]