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Cathay Pacific trialling paid entry to The Pier lounge in Hong Kong. Several other locations available.

ByTim 27th February 201912th December 2023

Cathay Pacific are asking for $600HKD for entry to selected lounges around the world during a short trial period. I have been to a few of them before and some offer better value than others.

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How to pay 0% VAT on Amazon orders within the European Union. (EU Reverse Charge Mechanism)

ByTim 26th February 201912th December 2023

How to buy off Amazon and pay 0% VAT on your goods when within the EU.

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BOOK NOW: IHG Point Breaks March 2019 list out now.

ByTim 25th February 201912th December 2023

IHG Point Breaks for March 2019 is out now. There are a few Intercontinental Hotels, and plenty of Crowne Plazas on discounted rates spread around the world.

Guides

Video of two idiots racing across Heathrow Airport by public transport. Lights out away we go!

ByTim 25th February 201912th December 2023

What’s the best way to travel around Heathrow Airport for free? If you ever need to access the airport hotels then there are many free alternatives. We filmed a couple of methods and had a little race…

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Hilton 30% Asia Pacific, BA launches flights between London City – Munich, BEA New Livery

ByTim 24th February 201912th December 2023

Quick round up of news and offers over the last couple of days.

Musings

How to get a photo of you and your kids in the British Airways cockpit

ByTim 23rd February 201912th December 2023

Ever wondered how to create a lasting souvenir for your children? How about letting them visit the cockpit of a British Airways flight.

Hotels

My Review of Holiday Inn London Heathrow Ariel, probably one of the best value hotels near Heathrow Airport.

ByTim 22nd February 201912th December 2023

I stayed a night at Holiday Inn Ariel at Heathrow Airport. As usual I review it as thoroughly as I can and give my verdict and any suggestions for improvement.

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Deals

Emirates launching service to Porto

ByTim 21st February 201912th December 2023

Emirates are launching a new service to Porto, Portugal starting from this summer. This offers it a strategic position in the northwestern Iberian Peninsula for both passenger and cargo traffic.

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Apps | Travel equipment

Avios integration with fintech app Monese – free €5/£5 sign up bonus

ByTim 20th February 201912th December 2023

Monese fintech app now integrates your BAEC and Avios accounts. I thought I would give this a try and test its sign up process.

Deals

Qatar Airways free A380 First Class upgrades for flights out of Frankfurt to selected destinations – limited availability!

ByTim 20th February 201912th December 2023

To celebrate Qatar Airways launching A380 to Frankfurt they are offering free upgrades to First Class. If you act swiftly your chances are actually quite good due to the qualifying criteria.

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The European Union abolishes legalisation and Apostille for important life certificates

ByTim 19th February 201912th December 2023

If you ever need to deal with cross-border government authorities in the European Union then starting this week you may not need to acquire an Apostille for many certificates.

British Airways - BOAC livery Boeing 747, G-BYGC

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British Airways BOAC centenary livery arrives!

ByTim 19th February 201912th December 2023

Yesterday British Airways hosted an event to welcome G-BYGC repainted in classical BOAC livery. This post also tells you when and where you can track the plane.

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British Airways “Help Me!” online portal – the one-stop shop when travel gets disrupted.

ByTim 17th February 201912th December 2023

British Airways have just launched a new online portal to help those with disrupted travel. At first glance this appears to be organised nicely and even requesting EC261 compensation looks easier too.

Deals

My Review of Staybridge Suites, London Heathrow Airport.

ByTim 16th February 201912th December 2023

Here is my review of the newly-opened Staybridge Suites at Heathrow Airport. I have lots of photos of the reception, communal areas, my room, breakfast and other facilities offered by the hotel.

Heathrow Express to accept Oyster Cards and contactless payment…but other cheaper ways exist!

ByTim 15th February 201916th February 2019

Starting next week Heathrow Express will be accepting Oyster Cards and also contactless payment cards. But please note these won’t be the cheapest available tickets!

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