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May 31, 2018

3 Reasons Why Singapore Airlines’ New A350 Newark Route Is Exciting

Many years ago Singapore Airlines used to fly an all-business class A340 service between Singapore and Newark. This…
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May 30, 2018

5 Underwhelming Business Class Products I Really Want To Try

Over the years I’ve been pretty fortunate to try some awesome business class products. I’ve long booked flights…
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May 20, 2018

Which Products Are Next Up On Our Review Roster?

Jason, Ethan, Mallesh and I have all been working on our exams throughout  the past few weeks, so…
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May 14, 2018

Review: Hong Kong Gold Coast Hotel – Deluxe Seaview Room (Hong Kong)

A review of the Gold Coast Hotel in Hong Kong, which serves as a (slightly ostentatious) getaway hotel for those looking to escape the city.
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May 8, 2018

What Makes A Good Regional Business Class Seat?

There are plenty of resources out there on what makes a good longhaul business class seat. Among many…
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May 4, 2018

Review: Finnair A350 Business Class (LHR-HEL)

A review of Finnair's business class from London to Helsinki, where I was fortunate to find myself onboard a longhaul-configured A350.
byJason
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May 3, 2018

5 Of The World’s Best Business Class Hub Lounges

Over the past few years I’ve been incredibly lucky to try out quite a few business class products,…
byAlvin
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April 30, 2018

Cathay Pacific vs. Hong Kong Airlines – Who Has The Better Business Class Product?

Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Airlines have both upped their business class game in recent years, though which is better?
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April 28, 2018

Review: My Bloomsbury London (London, England UK)

A brief review of the My Bloomsbury Hotel in London's Russell Square, which has since been rebranded as the Bedford Corner Hotel.
byJason
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a inside of an airplane with rows of seats and monitors
April 27, 2018

Review: Hong Kong Airlines A330 Regional Business Class (KIX-HKG)

An aviation expert's detailed review of Hong Kong Airlines' A330 regional business class, detailing the seat, food, service, amenities, and more.
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April 25, 2018

ANA Reveals New A380 Cabins: Nice Seats, Terrible Branding

I love an airline with a good brand, as it gets passengers excited to fly them, even if…
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April 24, 2018

Which Routes Get Cathay Pacific’s First 10-Abreast 777?

A few days ago Cathay Pacific’s first 10-abreast 777 started flying. While 10-abreast economy class on a 777…
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April 23, 2018

Review: Asuka Lounge, Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX)

A review of the unexpectedly spacious Asuka lounge at Osaka Kansai Airport, detailing the lounge's seating, catering, and more.
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April 21, 2018

Review: Yumesenkei Amahara Sumoto Dining

I’ll keep this post short, as I wanted to cover the dining experience at the Yumesenkei Amahara Sumoto…
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April 21, 2018

Review: Amahara – Wa-Yo Room (Awaji Island, Japan)

While I’m starting to get the hang of travel between cities under good value, when it comes to…
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April 20, 2018

Review: British Airways A321 Economy Class (AMS-LHR)

A review of British Airways' A321 economy, featuring the seat, service and more, including their buy-on-board scheme in economy.
byJason
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April 20, 2018

Review: British Airways Lounge, Amsterdam Airport (AMS)

A review of British Airways' lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, detailing the seating, food and beverages, and other facilities.
byJason
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a room with a couch and a tv
April 15, 2018

Review: Hilton Osaka – Executive Suite (Osaka, Japan)

A review of the gorgeous, recently renovated city-center Hilton Osaka, where I stayed in an Executive Suite.
byAlvin
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April 11, 2018

Photos: Cathay Pacific Underdelivers (Again) On New 10-Abreast Economy Class

Last year we learned that Cathay Pacific is switching to a 3-4-3 configuration on their 777s. For those…
byAlvin
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April 8, 2018

Hong Kong Airlines Introduces Yet Another Business Class Product

Wow, I’m learning something new about this airline every day. Last week I flew from Hong Kong to…
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