Economy Class & Beyond

IHG UK Flash Sale (Up to 30% Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, etc)

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It's that time year again, where Intercontinental Hotel Group is trying to drum up trade with a flash sale for the next five days (Until 1st February 2019). The sale is restricted to IHG Rewards Club Members (and let's face it - the majority of you should be members by now). It covers hotels in the UK and Ireland - however, you'll need to dig into the The offer … [Read more...]

Adventures in buying Avios on Groupon: Part 1 – Buying the Avios

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We've all seen the 2000 Avois for €19 offer haven't we (there's a new variant going around of it today ) But how does it pan out in the real world? I'm a sucker for cheap extra Avios (be it via flying or other methods - so I decided to put myself through the pain ... so you all know what some of the pitfalls and positives are. Well I decided to splurge … [Read more...]

SAS Eurobonus to offer *LIFETIME* Gold Status

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Sometimes, it feels loyalty is  a one way street with an airline or group. You fly them, and you get a pittance in miles some days. Other days, it can feel that loyalty can pay, with reasonable redemptions and recognition. Scandinavian Airlines Eurobonus is to introduce a change to the scheme - offering Gold for Life. SAS Eurobonus cards - Image, Scandinavian … [Read more...]

IHG offers up to 80% bonus on purchased points

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If you're running short of IHG hotel points - good news - it seems they're running an 80% bonus on purchases of 5000 points or over You'll need to sign into your account at https://storefront.points.com/IHG-rewards-club/en-US/buy?irgwc=1 (IHG uses Points.com as its front-end). Once signed in, you can select the amont you want To take advantage, you'll need to buy a … [Read more...]

easyJet ponders a launch of a Points based system

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Could easyJet be moving to a points based currency? It's entirely possible. EasyJet Airbus A319 coming into land at Birmingham Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Currently, the airline has two frequent flyer programmes that it offers to customers. easyJet Plus - A "Paid for" membership scheme that offers extra legroom seating, Flight Club, dedicated bag … [Read more...]

Emirates announce double status points promotion for Skywards

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For those who are chasing status in the Skywards frequent flyer programme, Emirates has an offer that might interest you - if you can meet the requirements... and buy the right ticket... Emirates Boeing 777-300ER "Year of Zahed" arriving at Dublin Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The hoops Of course, if you thought this would be simple... it is. But you need to … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways offering up to Quadruple Privilege Club Qmiles!

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It seems the Black Friday/Cyber Monday bug is in full swing, with Qatar Airways offering lots of bonus points. Oh yes - there's also a sale going on. But you guessed that... For Economy flyers you can earn up to 3x the QMiles you would normally earn. Business and First Class passengers can earn up to 4x QMiles. To earn the miles, you will need to book via the … [Read more...]

Buy Extra Avios bonus returns with British Airways

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If you're looking to top off your British Airways Executive Accounts with bonus Avios, now could be a time to get your skates on with up to a 45% purchasing bonus. It's that time again The offer is simple, you purchase or gift a number of Avios, and you get a handy little bonus on top. Purchase or Gift 1,000 – 15,000 Avios and receive 20% bonus Avios Purchase or … [Read more...]

British Airways e-store offering DOUBLE AVIOS this weekend!

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For those of you who collect Avios, and go shopping via the British Airways portal, there's good news for you - because from now until the 7th October, a Double Avios offer is running! This applies to selected retailers - so you're going to have to do a bit of digging. Bonus Avios will be added 40 days after your purchases. There are some reasonable offers in it … [Read more...]