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Iberia’s bidding for upgrades… how does it work?

11/02/2015 by Kevincm

Iberia Airbus A320, Image Economy Class and Beyond

In the near future, I have in my life a segment on Iberia. Iberia Airbus A320 taxing at Barcelona Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. Well - it was a good idea at the time. Sadly, I won't be aboard this little Airbus A320, but aboard an A330 for a transatlantic hop. However, going through Iberia's Manage My Booking took, I found something rather interesting - that I … [Read more...]

Delta to offer Starbucks coffee network-wide

09/02/2015 by Kevincm

a close-up of a coffee cup

As Delta continues to strip away frequent flyer benefits (or make them harder to find, book, or anything useful). Delta is switching over coffee brands. The Atlanta based airline will offer Starbucks Coffee on all its flights - in what Delta calls "(its) effort to partner with high-quality, like-minded brands in an effort to enhance the overall traveling experience for … [Read more...]

Aer Lingus says yes to the higher IAG Bid: What are the stumbling blocks?

27/01/2015 by Kevincm

Aer Lingus Airbus A330-300 - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

There's been a lot of press over Aer Lingus considering a takeover by International Airlines Group - owner of British Airways and Iberia - with the most recent bid valuing the airline at €1.3 billion - and the airline accepting it today (27th January 2015). Aer Lingus Airbus A330 at Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. So Aer Lingus has finally said yes … [Read more...]

Three things you need when travelling…

22/01/2015 by Kevincm

Becky over at The Girl and The Globe asked a question on Twitter last night: Have you ever been worried about making travel preparations? What were you/are you nervous about? — Becky (@thegirlandglobe) January 21, 2015 An intresting question. Whilst I am getting forgetful (like booking a hotel 3 days before travelling), there are actually three things I worry about before … [Read more...]

Marriot backs down from banning personal WiFi hotspots

16/01/2015 by Kevincm

iPhone Personal Hotspot mode

In a not too surprising move, Marriott International is to back down from its FCC request to block personal wifi devices (such as MiFi's, Personal Hotspots on phones). The company released the following statement Marriott International listens to its customers, and we will not block guests from using their personal Wi-Fi devices at any of our managed hotels.  Marriott … [Read more...]

Gogo ceases issuing fake certificates – and why it matters

14/01/2015 by Kevincm

Youtube working with the correct Google SSL Certificates

Note from Kevin: Parts of this article were first published on Runway Girl Network at http://www.runwaygirlnetwork.com/2015/01/13/gogo-no-longer-issuing-fake-google-ssl-certificates/. I encourage you to visit Runway Girl Network for unique analysis in the Passenger Experience field. For those of you who use Gogo in the air will notice that YouTube is accessible again (as I … [Read more...]

A Hotel Tonight? It’s worth shopping around…

14/01/2015 by Kevincm

Holiday Inn Ariel Pricing - IHG App

On my way home from my epic Tier Point run, I had this idle idea of actually staying at a hotel and crashing for a while in peace and quiet. Not the worst idea in many respects I think we can all agree with the flying that I've done recently. For a giggle, I fired up Hotel Tonight on the phone to see what it could pull in the Heathrow area. My "preferred" (well, that's a … [Read more...]

The case of the missing e-ticket, and a class one omnishambles…

14/01/2015 by Kevincm

a seat in an airplane

EDITORS NOTE: This might be a bit ranty. Advanced apologies. Good morning from Dublin's fair airport - where at the moment, I'm in a livid mood if I'm brutally honest. Yes dear reader - livid. On the way back from New York last night, I found that my ticket had been booked into economy class on the final segment on my I7SALE fare. Whilst it's only a 1 hour 20 … [Read more...]

Go-arounds – an airline’s way of telling you to wake up….

14/01/2015 by Kevincm

Go-Around

Good morning from the ground at London City Airport where I've come off my New York JFK to London City shuttle. As usual, the flight was great - except for the landing part. Why? Our little Airbus A318 caught an extra gust of wind this morning, forcing the airplane to go-around. And here's the video … [Read more...]

US Airways Economy class… Is it as bad as I remember?

13/01/2015 by Kevincm

Good morning from my downgraded flight to JFK. Is US Airways economy as bad as I remember? Well considering the "retro plane" I had between Honolulu and Phoenix... (Boeing 757-200). Now, compare to what I have in economy... (Airbus A321) And the worst part is... I haven't even take off yet. This is going to be a long 5 hours.... So... Yes it … [Read more...]

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