Alvin
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Hi! I’m Alvin Tse, and I’m a 24-year-old analyst/management consultant who now lives in London. Born and raised in Hong Kong, I’m an aviation enthusiast and luxury travel aficionado who is committed to helping people elevate their travel experiences with cheap deals, airline mileage programs, and hotel points.
January 21, 2026
Review: Cathay Pacific The Pier Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG) [2025]
Review Overview THE ALVIATOR'S VERDICT I want to give this lounge a higher rating, especially because it used…
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January 16, 2026
Tips On Redeeming Miles To Fly Japan Airlines
Japan Airlines is notoriously stingy with their partner award space. There are some ways to increase your chances, though.
January 13, 2026
Review: Cathay Pacific The Wing Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG) [2025]
A review of Cathay Pacific's The Wing lounge at Hong Kong Airport, the airline's tertiary lounge at their hub airport.
January 8, 2026
What Is A Taxi-In Delay?
While many are familiar with departure delays and ground holds, taxi-in delays can be the most frustrating. Here's what it is.
January 7, 2026
Review: China Eastern A330 Economy Class (PVG-SZX)
A review of China Eastern's A330 economy flight on the domestic shuttle from Shanghai to Shenzhen, one of 25 daily flights on the route.
January 7, 2026
Does Japan Airlines Have The World’s Best Premium Economy Class?
I've previously crowned Qantas' premium economy the world's best. Japan Airlines gives Qantas a run for its money, but how does it compare?
January 6, 2026
Greater Bay Airlines’ Premium: Hey, This Is Polished
I flew Greater Bay Airlines' brand-new Premium class from Hong Kong to Tokyo. Here are my first impressions of this surprisingly polished product.
December 29, 2025
Hong Kong Airlines’ A321 Economy Class: Basic, Clean, No-Frills
I flew Hong Kong Airlines' A321 economy class on the 1h 55m flight from Hong Kong to Danang. Here are my first impressions of the experience.
December 26, 2025
British Airways’ A350 Premium Economy: Exceptionally Well-Intentioned, Passably Executed
I flew British Airways' A350 premium economy, which was my first time flying their premium economy product in six years. Here's what I thought.
December 17, 2025
Review: China Eastern Domestic Lounge 35, Shanghai (PVG)
A review of China Eastern's domestic lounge at Shanghai PVG Airport. Apart from business class passengers, AmEx cardholders can also access this lounge.
December 17, 2025
Cathay Pacific Introduces Free WiFi For Premium Economy Passengers (With A Catch)
Cathay Pacific is introducing free WiFi for their premium economy passengers. However, you need to be crediting your flight to Cathay.
December 16, 2025
Review: China Eastern A350 Premium Economy (MAD-PVG)
A review of China Eastern's A350 premium economy class on the 12h 50m flight from Madrid to Shanghai, including seats, catering, and more.
December 10, 2025
What Are The Major Airline Alliances? What Does This Mean For Miles And Points?
The concept of alliances is common across the air travel industry. Here's what an alliance means for miles and points in 2025.
December 8, 2025
Best Ways To Use Flying Blue Miles (Air France/KLM)
Here are my favourite ways to use Flying Blue miles, one of the more lucrative and easily usable SkyTeam miles programmes out there.
December 6, 2025
Review: uVe Hotel Alcobendas (Madrid, Spain)
A review of the 176-room uVe hotel Alcobendas, situated in the Alcobendas municipality a short shuttle ride from Madrid Airport.
December 5, 2025
Best Ways To Use IHG Points
Here are a few of my favourite ways to use IHG points, whether that be for aspirational hotel redemptions, or some of their other uses.
November 29, 2025
Free And Easy Wins To Maximise Your Future Mileage Redemption Opportunities
Nothing frustrates a traveller more than "your account must be 90 days old in order to transfer miles" – here are some preventative measures.
November 28, 2025
My Favourite Flight Times Between Asia And Europe
I've flown countless flights between Asia and Europe, and am starting to develop a preference for when I'd like these flights to be.
November 27, 2025
What Time Do You Get To The Airport Before Your Flight?
Airlines say get to the airport three hours before. The "airport theory" suggests fifteen minutes before. Here's how I pick the in-between.
November 26, 2025
Review: Air Europa 737 Economy Class (ALC-MAD)
A brief review of my domestic Air Europa flight between Alicante and Madrid, including the booking process and onboard experience.