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Avios North America redemption hike.
British Airways Executive Club just announced some unfavourable Avios redemption rate hikes. While 66% increase is the headline figure, maybe we can sigh a breath of relief that this could have been far worse.
Hilton 7-day sale. Expires 11th October. Fast track to Gold
The latest Hilton Flash sale can see rooms as low as £28 per night. If you’re not already a Hilton Hhonors Gold, there is a fast track link inside by staying 4 times in a 90 day period.
Air Berlin Status Match requirements just got tighter
Air Berlin has added in an extra clause into its status match eligibility. Rather than being a global affair and enticing new customers, restrictions on location are being enforced.
Quicktip: Don’t know where to put your miles? Wheretocredit.com helps!
If you’re flying on an unfamiliar route you might need help identifying where to put your air miles. This page helps solve this need with wheretocredit.com, the place to see at a glance which airlines give the most points for any ticket
Flying Blue raises Flex and La Premiere award cost by 25% with no notice. Shame on them.
Flying Blue raises Business and First Class award prices by 25% with no notice. If you’ve been affected by the increase there is a way to claim back.
Expect big delays on arrival at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol – Monday 6th July 2015
Union workers in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Customs are protesting against the terms of their agreement by screening all incoming passengers.
British Airways premium cabin sale…good time to grab bonus AA miles, Tier Points or Avios.
The British Airways summer sale has been uploaded and some semi-decent fares across the world can be booked. There are several techniques which can be combined to truly make the most of the sale.
Air France to launch new La Première Suite from September 2014
Today in ShangHai, Air France will unveil its new La Première suite. They will be installed into 19 Air France Boeing 777-300 as from September 2014.
Miles and More “Mileage Bargains”, bookable until 31st May 2014.
Lufthansa’s occasional Mileage Bargains is out, running head to head with Flying Blue’s version. Washington Dulles and Tokyo Haneda are the two redemptions that come out top!
Flying Blue 50% promo awards, bookable until 31st May 2014.
The monthly Flying Blue Promo Awards are out now, and several destinations around the world are available at 25-50% mileage discount. Cabins on offer this time are Economy, Premium Economy and Business class.
More Oneworld opportunities coming to Amsterdam
Iberia’s new route between Madrid to Amsterdam will launch from 1st July 2014, starting with a 14x weekly service and ramping up to a 3x daily service by September 2014. You will be able to redeem your Avios points at lower fuel surcharges!
Quicktip: My top 5 tips for travelling between Europe and US / Canada
Is it your first time travelling between Canada/US and Europe? Or are you a seasoned pro looking for ways to become more efficient? Here are my top 5 tips which I’ve learnt the hard way!
KLM allows Portable Electronic Devices starting today
Starting today, 1st April 2014, you will be able to use your Portable Electronic Devices (PED) on all KLM flights. This is in line with sister airline Air France’s rules on PED which allowed passenger use since 7th February 2014. With the exception of credit cards, this brings the Netherlands up to speed with the…
British Airways eliminates two key Gold Card benefits
Today’s clearly a good day for British Airways to sneak in a couple of new changes, as most of the airline industry is keeping its eye on US and TAM joining Oneworld.