It’s been well talked about that Singapore Airlines plans to debut an all new Suites class with the delivery of 5 new A380s commencing 2017/2018. Recently, CEO Goh Choon Phong revealed that the new Suites cabin (which currently features 12 Suites in the forward main deck of the A380) will have a reduced number of…
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The Ins and Outs – A guide to Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer/ PPS Club
Frequent flyer programs are by far and away the most intricate, loved, widely used, and severely under-used parts of the entire airline industry. Each airline’s system varies in complexity and benefits. Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer is one of the industry’s most simple and straight forward systems, with incredible rewards within reach of most travellers. The Singapore…
‘Flight’ – A Short Film | 2015 HSC Visual Arts
I’ve spent the better part of a year producing, filming and editing this short film, all about the mesmerising experience that is flight. The work was selected for exhibition in Art Express in 2016. At what point do uniquely special experiences become commonplace? When do commonplace experiences become uniquely special? As we become familiar with certain…
The Ins and Outs – A guide to Qantas Frequent Flyer
The Qantas Frequent Flyer program is one of the best frequent flyer programs available to business and leisure travelers using the Qantas network. Being a member of the oneworld alliance, the benefits extend to all other oneworld airlines and a select few other partnerships. This post will provide an overview of the system and…
How to pull off the best ever travel surprise and push a waitlist!
On a recent trip, I decided to burn a pile of my Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles to upgrade my mother to Suites all the way from Sydney to London. It was to be a belated birthday present, and served as her gift in January, despite her actual birthday being in September. Secrecy was the key,…
Triple Silver Status – How, why and so what?
Airline Elite status is one of the most valuable an coveted things within the entire travel industry. By being loyal, you’re rewarded with Business/ First Class treatment even in lower cabins. The perks vary massively across various airlines and various statuses, but as any avid traveler knows: miles and status are the keys to happiness!…
High Tech Flight welcomes a new crew member!
Hi All, My name is Harry and I am looking forward to bringing a series of airline reviews to you all. I am a good friend of Ashan, the operator of this blog, and share a passion for aviation and flying. I hope to enter the world of piloting or engineering in the future. While…
Happy Valentine’s Day, from Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines always tries to do little things for every major celebration: Christmas, Easter, Halloween, Valentine’s Day and more. A previous Valentine’s celebration saw cabin crew perform love songs through Changi’s Terminal 3, and hand out chocolates and SIA Batik roses to passengers throughout the airport. Really nice touches! Whilst I don’t know what exactly…
A Week in North Korea! [WITH PICTURES]
Well, this was sure to be a trip unlike any other before, and any other to come! Take a glimpse into one of the most unpredictable, feared and fascinating places on Earth.
Soon to come!
I have just spent a week in the infamous Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, and am looking forward to sharing the experience in as much detail as possible! Whilst reports and reviews are on the way, here is an outline of what is to come over the following weeks: Singapore Airlines Premium Economy (Sydney –…
Flight. A Short Film [Trailer]
At what point do uniquely special experiences become commonplace? At what point do commonplace experiences become uniquely special? When experiences become everyday, intricate details and ideas are absorbed unwittingly, with human habits preventing the true notice of pivotal aspects. Many experiences have evolved into common activities. Modern flight is just one of these countless and…
How to get the most out of Singapore Airlines Business and First Class
When you’re fortunate enough to be in the exclusive nose or upper deck of a monstrous and awe-inspiring aircraft, you’ll want to get the absolute most out of the blissful hours onboard. Spending tens of thousands of miles or dollars can seem risky (and not worth it, to some), so to ensure you’re funds are…
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