How To Use A Transferrable Points Currency
A transferrable points currency is a point that you can transfer to a variety of airline and hotel rewards programmes. Here's how to use it.
New Series: How To Use Airline Miles And Transferrable Points Currencies
I'm writing a new series on best uses of certain miles and points, as well as how to use transferrable miles currencies.
No, Using A VPN Won’t Get You A Cheaper Airline Ticket, But…
There's a myth out there that switching your VPN to another country may give you a cheaper air ticket. Here's how pricing actually works.
The Award For The World’s Worst Major Airline IT Goes To…
I've seen some bad airline IT in my time, and feel like as an industry we can do better with our UI. However, this airline takes the cake.
How To Get Started With Miles And Points: A Beginner’s Guide
All's well and good when you see posts that people have saved money by using miles and points, but how do you get started?
Travellers Beware: What “Premium Economy” Actually Is On Some Chinese Airlines
While premium economy is generally known as a separate cabin, some Chinese airlines' premium economy is just economy with extra legroom.
Cathay’s New Membership Changes: Easier Progression, Diluted Benefits
Cathay Pacific announced new membership changes in 2025, which involve easier progression with rollover points, though benefits are diluted.
Is Premium Economy Worth It?
Premium economy is seeing increasing demand between business and leisure travellers alike. Is the upgrade generally worth it?
Introducing Alvia: Live UK-Focused Miles, Points and Travel Support
I'm launching Alvia, a miles, points and airfare support hub for those in the UK. I'll help strategise your earnings and redeem your miles.
Review: Cathay Pacific New 777 Premium Economy (HKG-LHR)
A review of Cathay Pacific's new premium economy class product onboard their 777 from Hong Kong to London, which they introduced in 2025.
The UK Air Passenger Duty Tax (APD): The Enemy Of Cheap Premium Airfare
When trying to find valuable airfare or miles and points redemptions, the Air Passenger Duty tax can be a huge blocker. Here's how it works.
Intra-European Business Class: A Sad Fruit Of The Limited European Premium Air Travel Market
Intra-European business class is just economy with a blocked middle seat. Here's how I think it reflects European air travel more widely.
Review: Cathay Pacific 777 Regional Business Class (ICN-HKG)
A review of Cathay Pacific's (non-refreshed) regional 777 business class on the short flight from Seoul Incheon to Hong Kong.
Review: Oneworld Lounge, Seoul Incheon (ICN)
A review of the Oneworld lounge at (Seoul) Incheon Airport, one of the pioneering facilities of Oneworld's new lounge concept.
Review: ZIPAIR 787 “ZIP Full-Flat” Business Class (NRT-ICN)
A review of ZIPAIR's "ZIP Full-Flat" product, which is essentially a business-class style lie-flat seat with ultra low-cost carrier service.
British Airways’ New 787 Premium Economy: Looks Awesome!
British Airways' new premium economy seats look a further step up from what they currently have. I can't wait to try this new product.
Greater Bay Airlines Introduces “Premium” Class On 737 MAX
Hong Kong-based Greater Bay Airlines is introducing a premium cabin, including complimentary meals and WiFi, and a spacious 20" recliner seat.
How To Find Cheap Premium Cabin Airfare Between East Asia and Europe (If You Don’t Mind Flying)
If you like flying in premium cabins and aren't in a rush to get to your destination, it might be worth using some of these O&D tactics.
Review: Nine Hours Capsule Hotel, Tokyo Narita Airport (Narita, Japan)
A review of the Nine Hours (9h) capsule hotel at Narita Airport, a convenient quick overnight location that's also a Priority Pass experience.
Review: Cathay Pacific 777 Economy Class (HKG-HND)
A review of Cathay Pacific's economy class from Hong Kong to Tokyo Haneda onboard one of their high-density regional 777s.