I'm in the depths of planning a mad trip in May to Lisbon at the moment to enjoy music that is offensive to the ears. But to get there, I'm going to need to fly. Now, I had two choices - and for no reason at all - I went with Brussels Airlines. But is their cheapest fare the best? It depends if you want to play the roulette game that is Seat Reservations. I've got to … [Read more...]

If for some bizarre reason you think that getting married in Las Vegas is the best and most romantic idea in the world (for some it may be, me... I prefer... umm... well... moving on), McCarran Airport and The County Clerk’s Office of Las Vegas can help - with a pop-up Wedding Licence Office opening at the airport. Land. Get marriage license. Go to chapel. Get married … [Read more...]

Sometimes when boarding a plane, you're offered papers and such on boarding - which can sometimes clog up the boarding process at worst, and at best - leave rubbish behind at the end of the flight. Finnair are looking to cut down the waste, by introducing a range of international papers in a digital format on its long haul flights. Papers on your iPad from Finnair's … [Read more...]

Let's face it, a plane can be a busy place - and for some - a stressful place to be. Cathay Pacific is introducing inflight Yoga programming on its flights to aid those who want to try a bit of yoga in the air and aid their mindfulness. Cathay Pacific in-flight Yoga programming - Image, Cathay Pacific 'Travel Well with Yoga' partnered with Pure Yoga to release a series … [Read more...]

For reasons that will come apparent later on this year, I'll be going to Portugal. At the moment, I'm working on the trip design at the moment - but I've chosen to have a little fun with the trip. And yes - that means flying Ryanair. Mobile booking can be hit and miss (and let's face it, the optimisation of a lot of booking engines can lead it to a miss) Does Ryanair … [Read more...]

Speaking of luggage, for those of who have Smart Luggage (i.e. luggage which uses electricity to give you value added features such as self weighing, GPS tracking, the ability to charge a mobile phone), today may be a day to leave your Smart Luggage at home for a while. Why? The IATA guidance on Smart Luggage goes into effect as of today. This means smart luggage that … [Read more...]

You've been warned about it - and today, the new Ryanair Hand Luggage policy goes into effect. It's true sadly. Stand by to pay more if you want to take two bags aboard.  In summary: If you've brought a fare that has Priority Boarding & 2 Bags, Flexi Plus, Plus or Family Plus, you can bring two hand luggage items aboard. One can be up to 10kg, measuring … [Read more...]

For those of you considering flying Ryanair in the future, it's worth noting that the airline will be changing both its checked and hand luggage allowances from the 15th January. Ryanair Boeing 737-800 at Dublin Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Checked luggage fees have changed, with baggage up to 20kg being accepted. Pricing starts at £25/€25 if booked online … [Read more...]

Some people love to travel light. Others need to carry the world around with them when they travel. And there's no right answer to this question - I'm both. It seems United Airlines has listened to its customers who carry baggage, and as of 8th January - is making the first two checked bags free when flying with them between North America and China/Hong Kong. United … [Read more...]

British Airways has finally announced its intentions for World Traveller (Long Haul Economy Class) catering on Long Haul routes. This will replace the much lamented ambient basket pass the airline has offered in the past two years. The new service pattern kicks in on the 17th January 2018, starting aboard BA117, and spreading through the long haul network The service … [Read more...]