Economy Class & Beyond

Iberia updates its hold luggage fees – be prepared to pay…

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Spanish Carrier Iberia is updating its luggage charges for those of you who want to take a bag in the aircraft hold.And it marks a new luggage weight standard.  15, 23 or 32kg of luggage? Check when you book... The airline is marketing this move as a “sustainability move”, to encourage passengers to pack less.  These new baggage options will be offered … [Read more...]

British Airways introduces at hotspot map

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We all know that travel restrictions are... what's the term... confusing at best. British Airways is trying to help its passengers with a new interactive map You can find the map at  https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb/information/incident/coronavirus/entry-requirements#requirements The new page is in partnership with global tech company Sherpa, which has … [Read more...]

Helvetic Airways to offer new catering options

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With Helvetic Airways starting a base at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg the airline is offering an updated inflight catering offering. The new Helvetic Meal Service - Image, Helvetic Airways. This will be offered on flights operated by Helvetic Airways from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg and Bern Belp Airport. Flights operated on behalf of SWISS will … [Read more...]

The Speedbird Cafe returns (Short Haul Catering) for British Airways

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For those of you travelling aboard British Airways EuroTraveller cabin, Buy-on-board is coming back, with the SpeedBird Cafe coming back to the air. In a slightly different form. British Airways has today unveiled its new in-flight digital ordering platform. It will allow you to order additional snacks and drinks mid-flight and have them directly to their seat. The … [Read more...]

Heathrow Airport, with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic to launch “Proof of Vaccination” trials

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British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Heathrow Airport have joined forces on a trial to prove it’s possible to quickly and easily verify those arriving into the UK who are fully vaccinated. The new UK proving trial, enabling inbound travellers to present their fully vaccinated status, will support the Government to move forward with its plans to remove quarantine … [Read more...]

Air France seeks to boost its “La Première” offering, working with triple Michelin-Stared Chef “Arnaud Donckele,”

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Air France is putting its entire La Première menu in the hands of a Triple Michelin star chef - Arnaud Donckele, marking the first time the entire menu has been designed by one chef for the airline. The dishes by Arnaud Donckele will be available between July to October 2021, on departures from Paris-Charles de Gaulle. The menu is designed in collaboration with … [Read more...]

Japan Airlines introduce’s “Sky Wellness Kitchen” with TANITA Cafe

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Japan Airlines has always tried to be innovative in the air when it comes to the second meal service. The airline is working with TANITA for a meal and wellness product on its long haul routes.   The move comes as part of the JAL “AIR series,” which has been in operation since 2011, will be revamped to offer a new menu,“Sky Wellness Kitchen” for … [Read more...]

Finnair introduces “Business Light” fares

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With companies trying to attract travellers back into the air, Finnair is adding a new fare class - Business Light. What are the differences? Let us dig in  Finnair Airbus A350-900 at Singapore Changi Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The move will see the airline introduce three fare types- Light, Classic and Flex - across their Economy and Business Cabins Business … [Read more...]

Heathrow Free Travel Zone ends

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One of the best features about travelling around the Heathrow area has finally vanished, with the Heathrow free travel zone being scrapped. Farwell, Free Travel Zone - Image, Heathrow Airport The move has been done in stages, but from the 12th of June, if you want to use the buses, you will need to pay to use them.] Heathrow announced in November 2020 we announced … [Read more...]