Tag: long-haul-flying

Business Class vs Economy - When you should pay the extra for flying business class

Why do people pay so much more for business class than economy? Flying business class is more than a cash splash or a set of instagram shots…
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8 tips for long haul flying that will have you feeling refreshed when you arrive

These are my survival strategies for long haul economy class travel: 1. Brush your teeth Particularly towards the end of the flight. Hygiene…
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Fun-sized Airport Flying - Quick getaways from Mildura in April and May

We found some quick getaways for Mildura residents coming up in April and May. Check out the connections that this fun-sized airport offers…
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Fun-sized Airport Flying - A last minute flight to Fiji from Ballina

Is it time to take a holiday from Ballina? Check out Fiji, Auckland, Sydney, and Melbourne with great prices over the next 2 months. We’ve…
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Fun-sized Airport Flying - A great deal on London flights from Albury

Fun-sized airports are quick to access, quick to explore, and quick to get you to your destination. Albury is a well connected fun-sized…
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Fun-sized Airport Flying - Fantastic flights Newcastle (Australia) to New Delhi - May 2019

Looking for a quick May getaway from Newcastle? Thanks to Virgin Australia and Singapore Airlines, you can check out the majestic capital of…
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Hidden City Holiday Highlights Departing Brisbane in May 2019

Save over $30 on your Kuala Lumpur visit by spending a weekend in Bangkok Visit the modern metropolis of Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia Airlines…
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Hidden City Holiday Highlights — Sydney-Denver-Houston

United will give you a $90 discount on Sydney to Houston if you take a side trip to Denver! Today’s hidden city holiday is aimed at…
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Hidden City Holiday Highlights — Australia to Manila in time for Easter

Make it to Manila for Easter and get a free holiday to Vietnam Looking to get from Australia to Manila in time for Easter? Fly a few days…
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Secrets of global flying - Surviving Jet Lag

Flying West I once had a colleague who lived in London, was working in Philadelphia, and needed to be in Hong Kong. The quickest flight that…
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Secrets of global flying - Sleeping on the new timezone

Sleep as if you were at your destination and your brain won’t even realise it’s jetlagged . The continuity of sleep, both on the plane and…
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Regional Airport Retreats - See the Australian countryside from Singapore in May

For anyone living in Singapore looking to explore the Australian countryside, we’ve found some great deals in May with Qantas that let you…
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A well timed anniversary — Qantas Perth to London

Qantas today is celebrating its first annviersary of direct flights connecting Australia and London. The service has generated plenty of…
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Secrets of global flying - My onboard ritual

Sleep is the best way to avoid that groggy, brick behind the eyes feeling that hits you after long haul travel. Decent sleep helps when you…
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Corporate travel policy - Cost

Often discussed is the cheapest strategy for personal travellers: Book on a Tuesday Sunday, two three four weeks in advance, use…
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How a plane gets from gate to airborne

Why are some flights in the air 5 minutes after the cabin door closes? Why do others take half an hour just to reach the runway? From doors…
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How to get over jet lag: Top tips from a frequent flyer on beating jet lag symptoms

Live on the new timezone! Eat Eat breakfast at the new time. Eat lunch at the new time. Eat dinner at the new time. When it’s 8am at your…
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Why Delta Miles Value is Constantly Shrinking - Award Chart Devaluations Are Inevitable

Back in my day a dollar bought you… The story your grandparents told you while you were growing up. Everything used to be so much cheaper…
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