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ANA Boeing 787 Business Class (Tokyo – Sydney)

By buying Avianca Lifemiles during a sale, we fly ANA Business Class from Tokyo to Sydney for just under $930, including the cost of the miles plus all fees and taxes!

02 August 2023.

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ANA Boeing 787 Business

Accor Plus adds major status benefit: exclusive interview with CEO Renae Trimble

A huge change is coming to Accor Plus that will see members accelerate to higher status tiers faster. We chat to Accor Plus CEO, Renae Trimble, about the program and the new perks.

01 August 2023.

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Accor Plus Members Cards 2023

Air Canada opens new Maple Leaf Lounge in San Francisco

Air Canada draws back the curtains on a brand-new lounge in San Francisco that also welcomes Velocity Gold and Platinum members.

20 July 2023.

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Air Canada San Francisco lounge terrace

British Airways changes Avios to revenue-based earning from October

British Airways is making a change to the way you'll earn Avios. From 18 October, passengers will earn Avios on BA flights based on how much they spend rather than how much they fly.

19 July 2023.

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Guide to the Priority Pass lounge program

The Priority Pass lounge network is a pay-per-use program offering members access to over 1,000 lounges globally. Certain credit cards offer single-use passes or even unlimited access with a guest.

18 July 2023.

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Priority Pass card

Virgin Australia and ANA expand partnership

Virgin Australia and Japan's ANA have strengthened ties, including more codeshare routes and the launch of reciprocal loyalty benefits. But there's one noticeable omission from the partnership.

18 July 2023.

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Is Qantas Platinum status worth chasing?

Qantas Gold is widely regarded as the 'sweet spot' for status. But Platinum is certainly tempting with First Class lounge access and the ability to request reward seats. Is it worth going the extra mile to reach Platinum?

17 July 2023.

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British Airways Galleries First Lounge, Heathrow T5 South

British Airways' Galleries First Lounge at London Heathrow is actually more of a space for passengers with oneworld Emerald status flying in any cabin except First. So don't expect all the trimmings.

14 July 2023.

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Guide to Plaza Premium Lounges in Australia

Plaza Premium is a worldwide lounge network offering eligible guests a premium lounge experience prior to their flight. Within Australia, they are located in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide.

13 July 2023.

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Plaza Premium lounges can be found in 16 countries

Singapore Airlines Boeing 787 Economy (Perth – Singapore – Seoul)

We hop onboard Singapore Airlines' Boeing 787-10 in Economy on two flights from Perth to Singapore to Seoul. Here's what you can expect.

07 July 2023.

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Singapore Airlines Economy