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Review: Cathay Pacific The Wing Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong (HKG) [2025]
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What Is A Taxi-In Delay?
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November 22, 2025

Finnair’s A350 Premium Economy: Less “Budget” Than I Was Expecting

I just flew the 14h 15m flight from Shanghai to Helsinki in Finnair's A350 premium economy. Here are my first impressions of the flight.
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November 21, 2025

Which Aircraft Feature Cathay Pacific’s Refreshed Regional Business Class?

While we generally encourage people to pay more attention to different types of premium cabin products here at…
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November 20, 2025

Best Uses Of Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles

Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles are a popular SkyTeam mileage option within Asia, so it's worth chatting through some of their best uses.
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November 19, 2025

Review: Plaza Premium Lounge, London Heathrow T2 (LHR)

A review of the aging Plaza Premium lounge at LHR T2, open to AmEx Platinum and Priority Pass cardholders (some facilities cost extra).
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November 19, 2025

My First Domestic Flight Within China In 8+ Years…

Today I flew domestically within China for the first time in 8+ years. It can be a shock to the system given how "Chinese" it is.
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November 18, 2025

My Experience Using The New EU Entry/Exit System (EES)

The EU entry-exit system (EES) has been known to have caused havoc at airports in the past month – here's how it worked (or not) for me.
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November 18, 2025

China Eastern’s A350 Premium Economy: Pleasant, but Unmemorable

I flew China Eastern's A350 premium economy on the 12h 50m flight from Madrid to Shanghai. Here are my first impressions of the flight.
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November 17, 2025

British Airways’ Gatwick Lounge: A Very Pleasant Surprise

I visited BA's lounge at Gatwick today, and was very pleasantly surprised. This lounge is so much better than the airline's Heathrow lounges.
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November 14, 2025

Review: No1 Lounge, London Heathrow T2 (LHR)

A review of the No1 Lounge at Heathrow's Terminal 2, which opened in late 2024. This lounge is open to Priority Pass members.
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November 13, 2025

The Single Best Use of Ethiopian Airlines ShebaMiles

I've been a skeptic of Ethiopian Airlines ShebaMiles, though I've found an incredibly good use of them. Here's what it is.
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November 13, 2025

Which Airlines Still Offer 9-Abreast Economy Seating On Their 777s?

The industry-standard economy configuration is now 10-abreast seating, though here are the few airlines that still offer 9-abreast seating.
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November 12, 2025

I Flew Loganair For 6,500 Avios: A Great And Unique Use Of Avios

I redeemed 6,500 Avios on a Loganair flight. This is a great use of Avios, especially if you're visiting the Scottish Highlands.
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November 8, 2025

A Smooth Experience With The American Airlines Call Centre

While American Airlines has lots of improvement areas, I'm a fan of how easy it is to book and change awards over the phone.
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November 6, 2025

Best Uses of Cathay Pacific Asia Miles

The value of Asia Miles has increased a lot mainly due to Cathay Pacific restricting award availability to partners – here are some good uses.
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November 4, 2025

Best Uses of Air Canada Aeroplan Miles

Air Canada's Aeroplan miles are some of the most versatile out there, due to their extensive partner portfolio and generous routing rules.
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November 3, 2025

A Few Exciting Airline Products I’ll Be Reviewing Next

Here are some reviews I'm planning to write over the next quarter, as I transition to working within the air travel industry full-time.
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November 1, 2025

Best Uses Of American Airlines AAdvantage Miles

American Airlines AAdvantage miles are some of the most lucrative miles for premium travel. Here are some of the ways I like using them.
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October 30, 2025

Whoa: Fly From the U.S. To London On LEVEL In A Flat Bed From £335

Flying transatlantically in a flat bed for £335? This is now possible, thanks to some operational arrangements with Spanish airline LEVEL.
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October 30, 2025

I Left My Job To Pursue A Career In Aviation…

I'm trying out some new things in my career, and would love any and all input. Here are a few things I'll be up to in the coming months.
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October 30, 2025

Sad: Air Japan Ceases Operations In March 2026

In 2024, we saw the beginning of Japanese low-cost carrier Air Japan, an ANA subsidiary. While Air Japan…
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