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Cathay Pacific launches new onboard menu range “Hong Kong Flavours”

30/01/2019 by Kevincm

a bowl of soup and wine on a tray

It's rapidly coming up to Chinese New Year, and what better time for Cathay Pacific to draw on local cuisine for its menus with a new menu called Hong Kong Flavours. Some specialities like Wok fried lobster, fish ball and fish cake flat rice noodle soup and soy-braised chicken with Chinese sausage on steamed jasmine rice are being offered in flight. The menu has been … [Read more...]

Cathay Pacific introduces “The Sanctuary” – A Mindfulness and Wellness hub at Hong Kong International

28/01/2019 by Kevincm

The sanctuary - image, Cathy pacific

Sometimes when travelling you do need to take a break - mental or physical away from the strain of travel. Cathay Pacific has their answer to this called "The Sanctuary". The Sanctuary - Image, Cathay Pacific  This is a dedicated Yoga and Medication space, located inside The Pier lounge at Hong Kong International Airport. The Sanctuary was opened in conjunction … [Read more...]

Emirates quietly introduces new baggage weight restrictions on cheap fares

21/01/2019 by Kevincm

Emirates Boeing 777-300ER

It's not all gold and glitz on Emirates - and news coming out that weight restrictions on checked luggage are starting on tickets booked on or after the 4th February. Emirates Boeing 777-300ER at Hamburg Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. For routes that operate by weight The main changes are in the Economy Cain where the value fares (Special and Saver) take a … [Read more...]

To Fly, To Improve? British Airways firms up improved World Traveller Plus Service

17/01/2019 by Kevincm

a close up of a book

British Airways are in the process of upgrading its in-flight service for its premium economy cabin - World Traveller Plus. New World Traveller Plus Menu - Image, British Airways  According to the airline, the changes in World Traveller Plus will be rolling out in the next few months including: New furnishings An enhanced service An improved dining … [Read more...]

Japan becomes a bit more expensive with a new departure tax

16/01/2019 by Kevincm

a crowd of people crossing a street at night

I've got to admit that some of my most enjoyable travels over the past few years have been when I visited Japan. However, it was always a place to double or treble my spending budget when I travelled. Well, you're going to need to budget a bit more with Japan imposing a new departure tax. The Shibuya Scramble Crossing - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The … [Read more...]

To Taxi, To Connect – British Airways introduce Electric Taxis for Premium Customer Connections

12/01/2019 by Kevincm

LONDON, UK: Joanna Riggs (First Officer) with British Airways' new hybrid taxi to transfer customers between flights at London Heathrow on 11 October 2018 (Picture by Nick Morrish/British Airways)

It seems that British Airways is adding some more ground vesicles to help with transfers - with the airline adding Electric London Taxis to it's fleet British Airways introducing the Electric London taxi - with @LadySpeedbird greeting. Image, British Airways  The airline is introducing these all-electric vehicles at its home base of Heathrow Airport. They'll feature all … [Read more...]

Air France introduces a premium Healthy meal option.. with a premium price

10/01/2019 by Kevincm

a box with food in it

Air France is increasing its premium meal options with an option called "Healthy" as part of the expansion of their premium catering options. Healthy by Air France.  According to the airline, "Healthy" offers a light and naturally balanced menu, inviting customers to enjoy fresh, gourmet products. The Healthy Premium option via Air France A la Carte Menu will be … [Read more...]

INVESTIGATION: UK ePassport Gates. Some interesting numbers… and interesting data withheld

09/01/2019 by Kevincm

Approaching the UK Border at Heathrow Terminal 5 - including ePassport Infrastructure - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

The ePassport infrastructure is an important method of clearing passengers into the United Kingdom, with it being the primary method of clearing a European Union/European Economic Area and UK Citizens quickly. But I'm sure we've witnessed more than one rejection from the ePassport gates (and have suffered the process more than once). That led me to compose a Freedom of … [Read more...]

Dublin Airport to introduce the “Hydration Station”

08/01/2019 by Kevincm

Business to Arts DAA Picture Conor McCabe

When I travel, one thing I normally travel with is a slightly battered water bottle - that I fill up multiple times en-route, during travel and when I travel home - so I have liquid when I want it... and not when the cabin crew want me to have drinks. Some airports are great at putting water bottle filling stations in - others lag behind. Dublin Airport is taking a step … [Read more...]

Delta puts refreshed Boeing 777 upgraded routes on sale

07/01/2019 by Kevincm

a row of seats in an airplane

Delta Air Lines is continues to push it's upgraded Boeing 777 programme, with ticket sales launched for six routes that will feature the fully branded Delta experience and refitted products aboard them. The six routes will cover certain transpacific and transatlantic routes, based out of Minneapolis-St Paul, Atlanta and Los Angeles. They are (with the date the equipment is … [Read more...]

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