A brand new lounge has opened in the international terminal of Melbourne Airport. The “Marhaba Lounge” is a third-party lounge that is not affiliated with any particular airline. Instead, departing international passengers can opt to enter for a $65 fee. Located at the site of the former Emirates lounge, the Marhaba Lounge includes a buffet … Continued
Qantas passengers departing from London-Heathrow now have access to the Cathay Pacific lounge, representing a significant improvement. Eligible flyers, including Qantas Club members, were previously directed to the American Airlines Admirals Club in London-Heathrow. This is located in Terminal 3, which Qantas uses for its flights to Dubai, Melbourne and Sydney. However, a few weeks … Continued
Hundreds of thousands of dollars were stolen from a member’s bank accounts after they used the wifi internet at an overseas hotel. This member’s phone numbers were ported, bank logins changed and emails redirected. The hackers then transferred a substantial amount of money into their own bank accounts. Our member is not sure exactly how this … Continued
Australian travellers have faced delays and longer waiting times at airports around the country over the past week after security was tightened. It follows the discovery of an alleged terrorist plot involving a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Following the arrest of four people last week, security was immediately enhanced at Australian airports. As … Continued
Many frequent flyers go out of their way to access airport lounges. Some purchase lounge memberships; others always book the same airline so they can use the lounge. But is airport lounge access really worth paying for? At least one member believes not. This member opines that the food and beverage at terminal retail outlets … Continued