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July 28, 2023

Japan Airlines’ Insanely Generous Premium Economy Lounge Access

Can it be? A Japan Airlines premium economy ticket gets you into some super premium lounges, such as the Qantas Lounge Hong Kong.
byAlvin
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July 28, 2023

Review: Qantas Lounge Hong Kong (HKG) [2023]

A review of the newly-reopened Qantas Lounge at Hong Kong Airport, which features lots of seating and made-to-order food at certain times.
byAlvin
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July 21, 2023

How To Make The Most Out Of Your Cathay Pacific Business Class Flight

A guide to making the most of Cathay Pacific business class from check-in to landing, based on many flights taken in the recent past.
byAlvin
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July 20, 2023

Review: Cathay Pacific A321neo Business Class (HAN-HKG)

A review of Cathay Pacific's new A321neo business class, which operates some shorter and/or low-yield routes within Asia Pacific.
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July 19, 2023

Review: ACV Business Lounge, Hanoi (HAN)

A review of the ACV business class lounge in Hanoi, contracted out to Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates passengers (etc.), and more.
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July 18, 2023

I’m So Confused – Which Qatar Airways Flights Have Mattress Pads In Business Class?

Which Qatar Airways flights have mattress pads? Is it just QSuite and ultra-longhaul flights? Or some overnight flights? But not all?
byAlvin
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July 17, 2023

Review: Qatar Airways 787-9 Business Class (DOH-HAN)

A review of Qatar Airways 787-9 business class, featuring their new suite, a la carte dining service, and more.
byAlvin
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July 11, 2023

Review: Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Lounge Doha, The Garden (DOH)

A review of Qatar Airways' brand new The Garden lounge at Doha Airport, accessible to Qatar Airways business class passengers.
byAlvin
6 comments
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July 8, 2023

Review: Qatar Airways A380 Business Class (LHR-DOH)

A review of Qatar Airways' A380 business class from London to Doha, featuring the seat, service, amenities, onboard bar, and more.
byAlvin
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July 6, 2023

Cathay Pacific Devalues Award Chart In October 2023

Cathay Pacific is devaluing their award chart, with award ticket prices increasing by up to 30% and upgrades to 70% – here's a rough overview.
byAlvin
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July 6, 2023

Review: Qatar Airways Premium Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR)

A review of Qatar Airways' lounge at London Heathrow's T4, featuring seating and ambience, their extensive a-la-carte selection, and more.
byAlvin
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June 10, 2023

Review: Cathay Pacific A350 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG) [2023]

A review of Cathay Pacific's A350 from London to Hong Kong in 2023, where I was seated in Premium Economy. Has it changed?
byJason
9 comments
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May 23, 2023

Review: TAP Air Portugal’s Intra-Europe Business Class (BER-LIS)

A review of TAP Air Portugal's intra-European business class, on the short-ish three-and-a-half hour flight from Berlin to Lisbon.
byJason
2 comments
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May 3, 2023

Review: Finnair’s New No-Recline A350 Business Class (HEL-LHR)

A review of Finnair's no-recline A350 business class, featuring the seat, service and amenities available on this Helsinki-London flight.
byAlvin
One comment
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May 1, 2023

Review: Finnair Business Class Lounge, Helsinki (HEL)

A review of the seating, catering and amenities at Finnair's flagship business class lounge for non-Schengen passengers at Helsinki Airport.
byAlvin
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April 27, 2023

My Gorgeous Five-Hour Airport Hotel Stay in Helsinki (HEL)

I only had under five hours to enjoy the stunning Clarion Hotel Aviapolis during a very short overnight, though would love to return!
byAlvin
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April 22, 2023

Review: Finnair E190 Business Class (FCO-HEL)

A review of Finnair's intra-Europe business class onboard their Embraer 190, including the seat, food, service, and more.
byAlvin
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April 21, 2023

Review: Iberia A320 & Iberia Express A321neo (LIS-MAD-BER)

A review of Iberia and Iberia Express' shorthaul economy class experiences onboard the A320 and A321neo on two short intra-Europe hops.
byJason
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April 20, 2023

Review: Star Alliance Lounge, Rome (FCO)

A review of Star Alliance's fabulous lounge at Rome FCO, open to those flying Star Alliance as well as a variety of other airlines.
byAlvin
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April 19, 2023

A Very Pleasant Booking.com Hotel Surprise in Rome

As someone who alternates between backpacker Airbnb and business-y airport hotel, this rogue "luxury hotel" was a hidden gem. Here's why.
byAlvin
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