Chris's articles (507)

Fiji Airways to become a full oneworld Alliance member

Just revealed at the IATA AGM in Dubai: Fiji Airways is stepping up within the oneworld ranks to become a full member, akin to the likes of Qantas, British Airways and others.

03 June 2024.

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Fiji Airways is joining oneworld

Hawaiian Airlines Boeing 787 Leihōkū Suites (Honolulu – Phoenix)

Hawaiian's new Dreamliner elevates the carrier into a different league. In this Australian media exclusive, I take Leihōkū Suites for a spin to one of its first destinations: Arizona.

03 June 2024.

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Hawaiian Airlines' new Leihōkū Suites cabin

Delta eyes flights to Melbourne as Brisbane launch nears

Exclusive to Point Hacks: Delta's President confirms plans for direct Delta flights from the US to Melbourne.

03 June 2024.

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Delta plans flights to Melbourne

The trick to booking United Polaris with Velocity Points

A flatbed across the Pacific is much easier to book than you might think. Here's how I did just that, for under $120 in actual cash, just nine hours before departure.

30 May 2024.

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Book United Polaris with Velocity Points

Airbus unveils the latest version of its ‘Airspace’ passenger cabin

Here at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Airbus offers a peek into the future of flying, and what passenger cabins could look like from 2027 onwards.

28 May 2024.

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Airbus Airspace cabin on the A330neo

Hawaiian Airlines’ premium push is taking off

With new aircraft, a new Business Class seat and even a new private lounge, Hawaiian Airlines’ new ground and inflight experiences are set to impress.

27 May 2024.

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Hawaiian Airlines' premium Boeing 787 jet

Cathay Pacific First Class Lounge, London Heathrow

This lounge is a favourite of many frequent flyers, and it's easy to see why. It's also a savvy alternative for Platinum-grade members travelling on other oneworld airlines, including Qantas.

21 May 2024.

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Seating in the Cathay Pacific First Class Lounge at London Heathrow

Delta’s check-in suite at LAX is really a private lounge

Only a ticket in Delta's most premium cabin or an invitation-only frequent flyer card can get you through the door. But once inside, you can even clear security through a private TSA checkpoint.

17 May 2024.

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Delta One check-in room at LAX

USA looks to streamline border processing

The United States is poised to make arrivals faster, transfers easier and security screening swifter. We get a peek at what's on the horizon for US-bound travellers.

16 May 2024.

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Screening at the US border

Travel to the USA inches back to pre-pandemic levels

It's taken a while, but international travel is almost back to normal. President and CEO of Brand USA, Chris Thompson, shares the latest updates.

10 May 2024.

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Visit the United States