A Positive Jetstar Experience

As Australia’s largest low-cost carrier, Jetstar is often criticised for various reasons. But after once vowing to never fly Jetstar again, our member Cruiser Elite decided this week to give the airline a second chance. They didn’t regret their decision. Our member flew Jetstar from Melbourne to Byron Bay as the fare was less than half … Continued

Hainan Airlines: A 5-Star Experience?

There are only 9 airlines in the world that have been given a 5-star rating by Skytrax. One of them is China’s Hainan Airlines. Hainan Airlines’ 5-star rating brings it in line with carriers such as Singapore Airlines, ANA and Qatar Airways. But did it live up to such high expectations when our member Wanderlust_tim recently … Continued

British Airways’ New Domestic Club Europe

British Airways recently began offering Club Europe (which is what BA calls its short-haul Business class) on UK domestic flights. While British Airways has long offered a Business class product on its European short-haul flights, UK domestic flights until recently were an Economy-only affair. Our member Princess Fiona recently sampled British Airways’ new Club Europe … Continued

737 Business Class: Qantas vs Virgin Australia

How do Qantas and Virgin Australia’s domestic 737 Business class products compare? Our members have previously posted comparative reviews of Qantas & Virgin’s A330 Business class, which is offered on longer domestic flights between Perth and the east coast of Australia. This week, AFF veteran swanning_it has posted an informative review comparing the short-haul Boeing … Continued

Regional Flying on Fly Corporate

Australia’s regional airlines have been getting a lot of attention on our forums lately. Inspired by recent trip reports covering Fly Pelican and Regional Express, AFF member Bundy Bear recently reviewed their experience with another regional airline, Fly Corporate. Based in Brisbane, Fly Corporate flies to seven regional destinations across Queensland and northern NSW. The … Continued