Airlines Play Blame Game as Passenger Awaits Refund

An Air New Zealand customer is significantly out of pocket after a series of unfortunate events that none of the three airlines involved are willing to take responsibility for. While Air New Zealand, Qantas and Emirates play the blame game, this passenger is still waiting for a refund. Artorias was booked to fly across the Tasman … Continued

Garuda Business Deal: Hong Kong to Australia from $1,344 return

Garuda Airlines has a great ongoing airfare deal on Business Class flights from Hong Kong to Perth, Sydney and Melbourne. The Garuda Business deal is available for travel until the end of the year. Return Business Class tickets from Hong Kong to Perth are available with Garuda Indonesia from $1,344 return. To Melbourne or Sydney, … Continued

Big Changes from 28 October 2018

There are some big changes coming to Australian airline alliances and international routes from this weekend. Sunday, 28 October 2018 marks the official end of Virgin Australia’s alliance with Air New Zealand. But it’s also the beginning of new Qantas partnerships with both Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific. This weekend will also see several … Continued

The Death of Free Upgrades

You’ve probably heard the myths that dressing up, arriving at the airport early or flattering the check-in staff will help you get an upgrade. This advice is repeated time and time again in trashy “news” articles. But the reality is, airlines are extremely unlikely to give away free upgrades just because there are seats available … Continued

Last Call for Hong Kong Fuel Surcharge Loophole

There’s just one week left to take advantage of Hong Kong’s fuel surcharge ban! From 1 November 2018, fuel surcharges on award flights departing from Hong Kong will no longer be regulated. This will likely lead to a sharp increase in the taxes and carrier charges you’ll pay when redeeming points out of Hong Kong. … Continued