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.
December 23, 2016
It Wasn’t A Holly Jolly Christmas for Cathay Pacific…
As of this morning, Sapporo Airport has been hit by a blizzard, affecting 143 flights, including a Cathay…
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December 21, 2016
What Are My Thoughts On Cathay Pacific’s Regional Business Class?
A few days ago Jason wrote a post entitled “Is Cathay’s Regional Business Class That Bad?“. His points are…
December 20, 2016
Review: Cathay Dragon A320 Economy Class (HKG-XMN)
An aviation expert's detailed review of Cathay Dragon's A320 economy class, detailing the seat, food, service, amenities, and more.
December 19, 2016
Introduction: Too Low For A Tulou
As I briefly explained during my time in Myanmar last year, our school brings us on trips all…
December 17, 2016
Fire at Hong Kong Airport Midfield Concourse
A fire broke out last night at Hong Kong Airport’s Midfield Concourse at 9:50 PM last night. The fire…
December 10, 2016
United Debuts 777-300ER On San Francisco to Hong Kong Route: Farewell, Dismal 747s
United has long offered pretty crap products to Hong Kong. For a long time, all they could offer…
December 4, 2016
Review: Cathay Pacific The Arrival Lounge Hong Kong
A review of Cathay Pacific's now-closed "The Arrival" lounge at Hong Kong, which used to offer a little post-flight rest stop for travelers.
December 3, 2016
Review: Cathay Pacific A330 Regional Business Class (TPE-HKG)
A review of Cathay Pacific's regional business onboard their A330, on the short one-hour hop between Taipei and Hong Kong.
November 29, 2016
Taiwanese Airline TransAsia Ceases Operations
Jason and I have long been intrigued in Taiwanese airline TransAsia, which operated flights from Taipei to various…
November 29, 2016
Review: Plaza Premium Airport Experience Zone Taipei Taoyuan
The Plaza Premium Airport Experience Zone is a unique lounge-like area with workspaces at Taipei Airport. I had the chance to check it out.
November 29, 2016
ON HOLD: Singapore Airlines and British Airways Premium Economy!
While I’ve loved trying lots of business class products in the past few years (including Thai, Korean Air,…
November 25, 2016
My Options to London This Summer
Last summer, I went to London as part of a summer camp, and had a blast. My initial…
November 22, 2016
R.I.P. Dragonair, Welcome Cathay Dragon
I’ll keep this brief because of the work I need to get done, but as of yesterday, November…
November 22, 2016
Review: W Taipei (Taipei, Taiwan)
A review of the chic-yet-practical, 405-room W Taipei, where I stayed in a Wonderful Room. Details the room, the hotel facilities, and more.
November 13, 2016
5 Pictures of Dragonair A320 Economy Class
Nihao from Xiamen! Today I flew from Hong Kong to Xiamen on Dragonair’s A320 (I’d call it Cathay Dragon,…
November 6, 2016
Next Up: Cathay Dragon A320 Economy Class!
So far I think I have a rather good understanding of the Cathay Pacific Group’s offerings. I’ve done…
October 31, 2016
My New Dream Itinerary
Now that we’ve discovered cheaper airfares and my mom’s willing to fly new airlines, there are more ways…
October 30, 2016
Review: Cathay Pacific The Bridge Lounge Hong Kong
A review of Cathay Pacific's "The Bridge" lounge in Hong Kong, one of many at the airport. This lounge closed after the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 29, 2016
Cathay Pacific To Start Flying A350 to Tel Aviv
While I have had my fair shares of criticism regarding Cathay Pacific, you can’t deny that they have…
October 28, 2016
Review: Cathay Pacific The Wing Business Lounge Hong Kong
Introduction The Qantas Lounge Hong Kong Cathay Pacific The Cabin Lounge Hong Kong Cathay Pacific The Wing Business…