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August 11, 2025

Prebook Security at Luton Airport: My Experience

Luton Airport has a free security timeslot booking service from 3AM-3PM, which allows you to be expedited through the security queue.
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August 10, 2025

The Best Landing Experience I’ve Ever Had

Landing into Heathrow's runway 27R is an awesome experience, but seeing a loved one get excited over the landing is even awesome-r.
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August 9, 2025

British Airways’ Ugly and Inconsistent A320neo Seats

Some of British Airways' aircraft feature inconsistent seats within economy onboard their A320neos, which I had the chance to check out.
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August 6, 2025

Earn Hotel Points From Debit Card Spending Using The UK Hilton Honors Debit Card

The Hilton Honors Debit Card allows you to earn Hilton points. This is good if you're a student, or not eligible for a credit card.
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July 28, 2025

The Best Intra-Europe Economy Flight I’ve Ever Flown

Europe has a very low standard of shorthaul flying, so it was refreshing to be on Air France's A220, which I really enjoyed.
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July 23, 2025

Review: easyJet A320 (SEN-AMS)

A review of my easyJet flight from Southend to Amsterdam, including the booking process, ground experience, and their buy-on-board selection.
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July 22, 2025

Long-Haul Fifth Freedom Flights Out Of Europe: Trying A Third Culture In The Air

Here's a list of long-haul fifth freedom flights you can fly out of Europe, as well as a few reasons on why you should seek these routes out.
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July 22, 2025

The Intra-European Fifth Freedom Flight: Where To Fly Them (July 2025)

Here are all intra-Europe fifth-freedom flights, whether you're trying a long-haul product, or simply experiencing another culture on a flight.
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July 19, 2025

Review: SKYLIFE Lounge @ The Pilot Café, London Southend Airport (SEN)

A review of Southend Airport's SKYLIFE Lounge, the airport's only Priority Pass lounge (or only lounge at all, for that matter).
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July 18, 2025

Review: Eurowings A319 Economy Class (STR-LHR)

A review of a Eurowings flight from Stuttgart to London, including the booking process, seating, and their buy-on-board food selection.
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July 18, 2025

How To Max Out The British Airways’ Jul 2025 Avios Redemption Sale

Airlines have redemption sales all the time, though it's rare for British Airways to have one. Here's how you can make the most of it.
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July 17, 2025

Plaza Premium Opens Second First Class Lounge at Hong Kong Airport

Plaza Premium is opening a second First lounge at Hong Kong Airport. This marks the first airport with two Plaza Premium First lounges.
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July 16, 2025

UK Visa Holders: How The eTA Affects You

As a visa holder for the UK, you don't need an eTA. However, the eTA may frustrate travel perks such as online check-in and seat selection.
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July 15, 2025

Review: Swiss A220 Economy Class (LCY-ZRH)

A review of Swiss' A220 economy class from London City to Zurich Airport, including their seat, pre-order menu, and more.
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July 15, 2025

Review: British Airways A320 Economy Class (LHR-NCE)

A review of British Airways' A320 economy class on the flight from London to Nice, detailing the seat, ground service, etc.
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July 14, 2025

Review: British Airways A320 Club Europe (LHR-STR)

A review of British Airways' Club Europe, their intra-European business class product which you'll get on the airline's shorthaul routes.
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July 14, 2025

Review: American Airlines Admirals Club, London Heathrow (LHR)

A review of American Airlines' large-but-scant Admirals Club at London Heathrow, open to Oneworld passengers with lounge access.
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July 13, 2025

Review: AmEx Centurion Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR)

A review of the AmEx Lounge at Heathrow's Terminal 3, available to AmEx Platinum and Centurion cardholders departing from the terminal.
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July 13, 2025

General Aviation Plane Crashes at London Southend Airport, Airport Closed Until Further Notice

A tragic general aviation jet crash has caused Southend Airport to close. Contact your operating carrier over the coming days for more info.
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July 13, 2025

Review: Cathay Pacific Business Class Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR)

A review of Cathay Pacific's business class lounge at Heathrow, featuring amenities such as shower rooms and a made-to-order noodle bar.
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