Everyone knows that Gold status comes with things like lounges, priority this and that, and general preferential treatment. Take a look at our guide to KrisFlyer to have a look at the benefits Singapore Airlines advertises for Gold members. What SQ doesn’t disclose on their list of benefits is the extra seat choices for Gold and…
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EU Compensation | Delayed, cancelled or denied boarding in the EU? Here’s what you can claim!
The European Union (EU) provides a host of unified guidelines and restrictions imposed upon airlines that consolidate rules and procedures for airlines travelling to/ from Europe. Whilst these details go very deep down to the intricate commercial and economic conditions, there are some rules regarding compensation that may certainly provide you with relief should you find…
Why does Singapore Airlines charge so much tax?
When it comes to redemption tickets, one of the biggest hurdles we encounter are the taxes. Sure you can consider it a “free flight” at first, but once you add on several hundreds (and possibly in the thousands) of dollars worth of taxes, you’re paying a hefty share for the otherwise ‘free’ fare. Singapore Airlines…
100000 Bonus points with the all new American Express Explorer Card
Amex today launched a brand new credit card in Australia, offering superior value and excellent earning rates. As with most introductory offers, any applicants who have not held an American Express issued card in the last 12 months, and who spends at least $1,500 within the first 2 months will receive a generous 100,000 bonus points,…
Emirates’ Interactive AR Economy Class Amenity Kit
Last month, Emirates released an innovative new type of amenity kit for Economy Class passengers, that uses Augmented Reality technology for an ‘immersive’ experience. After downloading the “Blippar” app to a smartphone/ tablet, passengers can point the camera at the amenity kit, and open up interactive experiences through their screen. The experience offers access to…
Travelling to North Korea
North Korea is possibly the strangest and most intriguing country on the Earth, because of its tight borders, oppressive regime and highly negative public image. There’ve been movies and countless documentaries, and the country has been the centre of an innumerable number of jokes and memes. What most people don’t realise is that entering the…
North Korea’s ‘Air Koryo’ Makes Emergency Landing
It’s no secret that ‘Air Koryo’, the national airline of North Korea, is one of the dodgiest, strangest and most exotic airlines out there. Their fleet consists of old Soviet-Russian aircraft, that can be quite scary to actually fly (take a look at our review of an Air Koryo flight here). The airline generally operates…
Review | Lufthansa Senator Lounge, Munich H
One of the many lounges in Munich, this swanky new space provides a soothing environment to unwind before a flight. Access Star Alliance Gold passengers Miles & More HON Circle members Miles & More Senator members Lufthansa First Class passengers Star Alliance/ Lufthansa Codeshare Partner First Class passengers Passengers must have a confirmed boarding pass for…
Review | Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge Sydney (First Class)
Access Singapore Airlines Solitaire PPS Club members Singapore Airlines Suites/ First Class passengers Pax must be departing on a Singapore Airlines/ Star Alliance flight the same day The Pros Incredibly luxurious, with plush lounges, soft carpet and a quiet ambience Different zones for different moods Formal lounge area Casual lounge area Dining area Work/ productivity pods…
Review | Singapore Airlines A350 Business (Düsseldorf – Singapore)
This review is our 5th report detailing Singapore Airlines’ brand new Airbus A350. View the others here: Singapore Airlines A350 Business (Singapore – Kuala Lumpur) Singapore Airlines A350 Premium Economy (Kuala Lumpur – Singapore) Singapore Airlines A350 Premium Economy (Hong Kong – Singapore) Singapore Airlines A350 Economy (Singapore – Düsseldorf) – Inaugural flight Contributed by: Beng…
Inaugural Flight Review | Singapore Airlines A350 Economy (Singapore – Düsseldorf)
Flight Details: Carrier: Singapore Airlines (SQ)Flight Number: SQ338Route: SIN – DUSDuration: 12h 10mAircraft: Airbus A350-900Registration: 9V – SMACabin Class: EconomySeat Number: 48KDate: 21/07/16 Contributed by: Beng Keat TAN (“BK”) writing freelance. BK may be contacted at bkeatan@gmail.com. July 21st, 2016: The day I was eagerly looking forward to had arrived. Today would be my first inaugural flight experience, to Düsseldorf, Germany (DUS). This new destination was…
Review | Singapore Airlines New Business (Singapore – Sydney)
“Paging Mr Karunagaran, would you please make your way to the customer service counter. Thank you” *Goes to counter* “Sir, I have our check-in staff on the line, and they would like to upgrade you to Business Class, but need to confirm you’re willing to sacrifice your special meal in Premium Economy” “Uhh… is that even a…
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