Economy Class & Beyond

Question of our time: Dan Dan Noodles or Wanton Noodles?

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So this morning has been interesting so far, with me sampling the catering delights at the Cathay Pacific lounge at London Heathrow. Again. Yes. Don't look at me in that tone of voice. We're here, so let's deal with the question of our time. If you're at Heathrow Airport and you've (wisely) chosen the Cathay Pacific lounge as your departure lounge - which noodle dish … [Read more...]

Finnair to make travel easier with infants… with Moomin Hand towels

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One of the things I've yet to experience is travelling with an infant, and the stresses that could cause. Well, Finnair are going to make lives a little easier with the introduction of hand towels aboard their long haul flights according to The Moomin Blog (yes, there is such a thing. Let's all live and deal with it). The occasion? To celebrate Finland's 100th century of … [Read more...]

Uber loses case against TfL over Language tests

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EDITORS NOTE: Considering I got an E and F in GCSE English, I doubt I could pass the test. Part of the joy of dyslexia. There's been an interesting development in a court case in London today, with Uber losing a test case in the courts today, requiring its drivers in London to have passed an English test. You might see fewer of these in London if the ruling sticks - … [Read more...]

British Airways to introduce a Sparkling English wine in FIRST

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Whilst those in the back of the plane continue to get the short shrift, the work to improve the passenger experience at the front of the plane goes on with British Airway to introduce an English Sparkling wine in its First Class cabin. Bolney Wine Blanc de Blancs held by British Airways cabin crew - Image, British Airways. The airline will be listing Bolney Wine … [Read more...]

Air Canada reveals its new livery

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So Air Canada has gone for a new livery on its planes. And... without further ado, here it is. Those expecting something exciting should look away now. Air Canada New livery on a Boeing 787 - Images, Air Canada Well, there's white, black and a bit of red for the Air Canada logo. The maple leaf (part of Air Canada's livery) is back in a rondel after some years. … [Read more...]

Eurostar updates its Business Premier Paris Lounge

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Eurostar - the train company operating between London, Paris and Brussels has been busy, with the refurbishment of its lounge at Paris Gare du Nord station Let's look at the pictures.... Eurostar Paris Business Premier Lounge - All images, Eurostar The new Business Premier lounge formally opened on Saturday, set inside the top floor of Gare du Nord station. The … [Read more...]

Snapshot: AY3126 Heathrow to Helsinki

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Time for another quick snapshot with Finnair as I explore the short-haul European service. Check-in Check in is handled from Zone E at Heathrow Terminal 3.  Boarding passes for both the outbound and inbound segments were printed off here (a little time-saver for later). Side note: Why can't other airlines have a pretty boarding passes as Finnair? Security Security was … [Read more...]