Economy Class & Beyond

The early morning journey

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Ah. The early morning coach.  My favourite place in the world - a National Express Coach.  Oh, I know that’s a fat lie, but there are worse lies in the world. Maybe worse truths.  Both blend into each other some days.  For me, it signifies that I’m doing something, as opposed to rolling out of bed, looking in the mirror and pondering how … [Read more...]

AeroMexico to boost its European network for Summer 2024

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With Summer 2024 coming into view, Aeromexico is planning a transatlantic expansion to Europe for the season. AeroMexico Boeing 787-9 landing at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Aeromexico will expand its European operations in 2024, adding six weekly frequencies to Madrid and three more to Paris from Mexico City. The move will meet the … [Read more...]

Lufthansa annouces an Air-Rail tie-up with KORAIL

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The Air-Rail market is an important part of the multi-modal travel mix, as we continue to seek to reduce emissions - and yes, in some cases, reduce unrequired flying. Lufthansa has announced a tie-up with KORAIL- the national operator of South Korea. Lufthansa Group has partnered with KORAIL, the primary train operator in South Korea, to offer its passengers the … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – American Airlines Boeing 777-300ER pushing back at London Heathrow Airport

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It's Sunday again, so  it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an American Airlines Boeing 777-300ER at London Heathrow as it pushes back for a late afternoon departure to the United States. American Airlines operates 20 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates the Boeing 777-200ER, Boeing 787-98 and Boeing … [Read more...]

Qatar Airways to partner with Starlink for In-Flight Connectivity

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It seems that Qatar Airways has found a new partner to supply in-flight connectivity - with them wishing to partner with SpaceX's Starlink. This will be the largest Starlink aviation connectivity deal to date, with Qatar Airways aiming to roll out a complimentary high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity experience onboard specific aircraft and routes. No quantity … [Read more...]

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (14th October)

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It's the end of the week again. And I've seemingly been in the car more than not today. It's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Northgate Street, Chester. Trust me, this was not in the plan to be here this week.  Loyalty. Or lack thereof. British Airways announces another batch of Avios Redemption flights  - Probably all sold … [Read more...]

Travel Technology – Lenovo ThinkPlus XT88 Earbuds (Temu Tech Special)

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Welcome to another round of “Kevin’s Cheap Earbud/Headphone reviews”. On the bench today, we have the Lenovo ThinkPlus XT88 earbuds. Why these styles of reviews? I run this style of review as - and I know people may go into shock when they learn this - some people don’t have money for AirPods, Galaxy Buds, Bose Headphones or whatever the codename … [Read more...]

MYairline of Malaysia suspends operations

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It seems another carrier has fallen by the wayside, with MYairline of Malyaisa suspending operations as of today. The airline seems to have been grounded due to the financial pressures pending the shareholder restructuring and recapitalization of the airline. As such, passengers are advised not to travel to airports and seek alternative travel arrangements. The … [Read more...]

Passenger Competition through the Channel Tunnel? Evolyn breaks cover

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Whilst in theory, the Channel Tunnel Rail Link is open to anyone, in practice - only a few companies have ever run on it.  Could a new operator be going into the Eurotunnel - With  Franco-British sreet artist YZ's artwork "I will always see you" - Image, Getlink Well, that seems to be changing with a start-up called Evolyn announcing its intention to run … [Read more...]

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