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April 16, 2026

Trip Report Introduction: To Australia And Beyond

Here's how I booked my trip to Australia and beyond, including Cathay Pacific economy class, ANA and Air NZ premium economy, and more.
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April 15, 2026

9 Features That Make A Good Premium Economy Product

Premium economy is increasing in popularity nowadays, especially with the price of business class becoming more and more…
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April 14, 2026

Review: Vienna Lounge, Vienna (VIE) – My Favourite Priority Pass Lounge Yet?

A review of the Vienna Lounge, a Priority Pass lounge also open to British Airways elites, among others (spoiler – it's surprisingly great!)
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April 14, 2026

Review: Austrian A320 Business Class (ZRH-VIE)

A review of Austrian's A320 business class on the 1h 20m flight from Zurich to Vienna. Does the airline's catering live up to the hype?
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April 14, 2026

Air Canada’s New Glowing-Hearted Premium Economy Seat – Is Premium Economy Innovation Flatlining?

Air Canada has released some new cabin interiors, and I wanted to dedicate a post to their new premium economy product.
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April 8, 2026

Review: Swiss Business Class Lounge E, Zurich (ZRH)

A review of the non-Schengen Swiss lounge at Concourse E, which is worth going out of your way for...if the weather's good.
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April 8, 2026

Review: Swiss Lounge D, Zurich (ZRH)

A review of this slightly whimsical lounge available to Swiss passengers, which is a fun option to visit especially in the quieter evenings.
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April 7, 2026

Review: Swiss Alpine Lounge, Zurich (ZRH)

This photogenic lounge is exclusively for Lufthansa Group passengers and Star Gold members – does it beat the main lounge?
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April 7, 2026

Intra-Europe Luxury Alert: Swiss Adds Widebody Service On Multiple European Routes

Swiss is adding widebody service on multiple holidaymaker intra-European routes over the summer, a huge upgrade over their typical service.
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April 2, 2026

Review: Swiss Business Class Lounge A, Zurich (ZRH)

A review of Swiss' "main" Schengen lounge at Concourse A, accessible to all eligible Star Alliance passengers.
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March 30, 2026

Review: Zleep Hotel Zürich-Kloten, Zurich Airport (ZRH)

A review of the Zleep Hotel at Zürich-Kloten, a very quick bus ride from the airport and a popular option for a shorter layover.
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March 30, 2026

Review: Swiss Arrival Lounge, Zurich (ZRH)

Review Overview THE ALVIATOR'S VERDICT This is a brilliant arrival facility available to lots of passengers with morning…
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March 30, 2026

My Goodness, The Recline Shaming Really Needs To Stop…

While I think you should be mindful of the person behind you when reclining, the "recline shaming" on social media really needs to stop.
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March 26, 2026

Review: Swiss A321neo Business Class (LHR-ZRH)

A review of Swiss' A321neo business class from London to Zurich, on an aircraft featuring WiFi, power ports, and a flight featuring hot food.
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March 25, 2026

Air Peace Seems Like A Hot, AvGeek-y Mess…

I walked past an Air Peace check-in desk today. I'm so intrigued, partially because of how operationally fragmented they are.
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March 23, 2026

How I Choose Which Low-Cost Carrier To Fly Intra-Europe (If Pricing Is Equal) – And How easyJet’s New Seat Fits In

Today, easyJet unveiled a new seat that they’ll introduce onboard their new A320neos and A321neos starting from 2028.…
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March 23, 2026

Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR)

A review of the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at London Heathrow Airport, open to all eligible Star Alliance passengers leaving Heathrow's T2.
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March 21, 2026

Review: Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR)

A review of Singapore Airlines' lounge at Heathrow Airport, open to all eligible Star Alliance passengers (including on shorthaul carriers).
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March 20, 2026

Review: United Club, London Heathrow (LHR)

A review of the United Club at London Heathrow Airport, open to eligible Star Alliance passengers departing from LHR's Terminal 2.
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March 19, 2026

Review: Lufthansa Senator Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR)

A review of the "lounge-within-a-lounge" Senator lounge at Heathrow Airport, which has quite unique access requirements.
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  • Cathay Pacific’s 1 AM Flight To Guangzhou: Who Uses This Flight!? May 21, 2026
  • Air New Zealand’s Messy Economy Skynest Pricing (I Was Wrong…) May 20, 2026
  • Review: Air New Zealand 787 Premium Economy (AKL-HKG) May 19, 2026
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