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February 4, 2026

Cathay Pacific Introduces New Regional Business Class: Yay, This Looks Nice!

Cathay Pacific recently revealed their new lie-flat regional business class product, due to start flying on A330s and A330neos from 2026.
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February 3, 2026

Review: No. 170 VIP Lounge, Shanghai Pudong T2 (PVG)

A review of the No. 170 lounge at Shanghai PVG Airport, a Plaza Premium-affiliated lounge open to AmEx Platinum and Priority Pass cardholders.
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February 3, 2026

Review: Cathay Pacific Refreshed A330 Regional Business Class (HKG-PVG)

A review of Cathay Pacific business class from Hong Kong to Shanghai, featuring their refreshed seat with new upholstery and USB-C charging.
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February 2, 2026

Review: Cathay Pacific The Bridge Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG) [2025]

A review of Cathay Pacific's The Bridge lounge at Hong Kong Airport, which re-opened after a refurbishment in 2024.
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January 30, 2026

The Best Business Class Flights You Can Find Intra-Europe (And How To Fly Them)

European business class is generally uninspiring, consisting of business class with a blocked middle seat. These experiences offer much more.
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January 29, 2026

Review: Aer Lingus A321XLR AerSpace (LHR-DUB)

Aer Lingus operates a few flights around Europe with their longhaul narrowbody product. Here's my review of one such flight.
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January 26, 2026

A Comically Frustrating Travel Day That Every Aviation Blogger Can Relate To Once In A While

I’m flying to Dublin to attend a couple of Dublin Aviation Week events, and had a bit of…
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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  • Review: Cathay Pacific Refreshed A330 Regional Business Class (HKG-PVG) February 3, 2026
  • Review: Cathay Pacific The Bridge Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG) [2025] February 2, 2026
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