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What if I told you that you could fly in business or first class without breaking the bank? This, my friends, is the beauty of miles and points. Let's use Qsuites (a Daily Drop favorite) as an example. Qsuites are simply the best business-class seats in the sky. To fly in Qsuites from North America to the Middle East, you would need to spend at least 70,000 Avios or American Airlines miles. While that's not a super bad price, you could fly these seats without using ALL of your points. For example, you could fly on one of Qatar’s shorter Qsuites routes from Doha to Mumbai for just 15,000 Alaska miles (thanks to their newly revamped award chart). But maybe you have suuuuper nice taste and want to fly Emirates first class? First of all, major respect. Second of all, here's how you might go about that: Emirates has a fifth-freedom flight between Bangkok and Hong Kong, and they fly it every single day with an Airbus A380 (the plane with the shower). Amazingly, you can book a round-trip ticket, directly with Emirates, on this route for less than $900 USD… in first-class… any day of the year. Impressed yet? Read more from today's newsletter about how to score these high-class seats for very few points (with some Virgin Atlantic strategies sprinkled in there, as well).

Really enjoyed talking with John Strickland about some of the future challenges for the airline sector and where Heart Aerospace fits in helping to decarbonisation the regional sector. Some great insights from the airlines on the panel as well about how the sector continues to innovate and evolve! #electricaviation #decarbonization #sustainableaviation

An Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to New York arrived at JFK Airport on Monday heralding the start of the airline’s A380 service. The A380 features The Residence, the three-room suite in the sky. Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways, said: "We're thrilled to introduce our A380 experience to New York, confident that our guests will relish the exceptional onboard journey. Whether travelling in Economy, Business, First Class, or our luxurious three-room suite, The Residence, passengers can expect unparalleled service from our award-winning crew. “We want to ensure guests arrive in the Big Apple feeling refreshed and at ease. This commitment is crucial for all our travellers, not least our corporate clients who rely on us for business travel, and we have timed our A380 services, so customers arrive in New York or Abu Dhabi in time to make good use of the business day, or for their onward connections. “Introducing the A380 to the popular New York route aligns with our strategy to meet increasing customer demand and expand our network. It comes just three weeks after we launched our new route to Boston, our fourth US gateway, underlining our commitment to serving and growing the North American market.” https://lnkd.in/dbq-uJDy #airtransport #airlinesandairplanes #newyork #passengerexperience #aviationindustry

Interesting read from the folks at Aviation Week about the functionality of the Farnborough (and Paris) Airshows. While I have always been a fan of these events, the logistics have traditionally been a nightmare and costs have gotten out of control. Is it time to re-think the airshow? Does it need to be 5 days of commercial activity? My guess is people can do all they need to in 3 days or less. As the article states, there may not be a need for an International Airshow each year, but since Farnborough and Paris are competitors neither one is going to cede to the other. So what should be done? Is there one that is preferred over the other? Personally, I think it should be every other year and then alternating between Farnborough and Paris, (with the regional shows of Singapore and Dubai filling in the off years, so it would look like the following: - 2025 Paris - 2026 Singapore - 2027 Farnborough - 2028 Dubai As it stands right now there are 2 airshows per year which garner some level of international coverage. Seems like market saturation to me. Curious what other think. Post your thoughts below

THE BEST AIRLINES OF THE WORLD All the best airlines serve long distance destinations. Short (up to three hours) flights usually function to connect one city to antihero and carry passenger to their intended locales as, there is insufficient time or need to pamper pasengers. Long flights require attention to detail, like pre-fligth lounges with lavish buffets and open bars, long and elaborate menus, are comfortable seats, first class passengers enjoy “beds” and privacy with TV sets, internet connection and more and flight attendants are attractive, elaborately clad than those on short flights. Here are best airlines ( 2023) according to frequent flyers: Nippon Airlines, Japan Singapore Airlines Quantas Airlines, Australia Emirates, United Arab Emirates Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Qatar Airways, United Arab Emirates Eva Air, Thailand Etihad, United Arab Emirates 

Qatar Airways, Etihad, Icelandair, Saudia, all of these airlines have one thing in common : they allow passengers to do a stopover. This means they allow customers to break their trip between two connecting flights throughout the network by staying multiple days at the city where the airline is based. With one of the most comprehensive Europe to Africa network, and serving some of the paradise island of the overseas territories Air France drives a lot of traffic through their Paris Charles de Gaulle hub. Paris is one of the most visited cities on earth. But the national carrier of the country does not offer a stopover program? Why is that ? We do not have the answer, because most of us do not work in leadership. The country is about to witness one of the most important sports events this summer. This would be ideal. And if it works, why not keep it? Why not allow customers to visit one of the most historically significant cities in Europe, for a few days whilst travelling with AF. There are plenty of hotels to choose from with various price ranges, and I am convinced at least a handful will be willing to sign a partnership with the airline. Especially given an existing partnership already exist with the giant Accor. So if you are from Air France leadership and are reading this, consider this : you will drive more traffic because people want to visit France and it can be expensive, and you will help the local economy as well! So what are you waiting for? #parisstopover #airfrance #culture #tourism #airtravel #france #paris

"I love you, bro, but can you please stop moving? I've been trying to sleep for the past 15 minutes." I recently embarked on a journey that reminded me of the power of human connection and adaptability. Here's the story: Qatar Airways treated me to a front-row seat in economy class, right behind the business class section, complete with extra legroom. Excitement was in the air until I realized I was in a middle seat, sandwiched between two larger passengers. Not exactly the news I was hoping for. As someone who doesn't usually sleep on flights, I decided to keep myself entertained with the inflight entertainment system. However, it was unlike any other seat I've encountered; it had to be pulled out from underneath my seat. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, the challenge of the armrests arose. Both armrests were preoccupied by my seatmates, and we played a delicate game of armrest diplomacy. Then, the memorable moment occurred when my neighbor turned to me with a friendly smile and said, "I love you, bro, but can you please stop moving? I've been trying to sleep for the past 15 minutes." 😄 With a full flight and no available seats, the next six hours were all about making each other as comfortable as possible. It was a true lesson in adaptability and understanding. This experience got me thinking: why don't airlines consider asking for passengers' height and weight during check-in and allocate seats accordingly? It could make a significant difference in the comfort of the journey. While there are certainly logistical challenges and privacy considerations to address, it's an idea worth exploring as we seek to enhance the passenger experience. Let me know your opinion 😊 #TravelStories #PassengerExperience #Adaptability #Innovation #LinkedInDiscussion #ComfortableJourney Qatar Airways Singapore Airlines LUFTHANSA (GERMAN AIRLINES) IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) SpiceJet Limited Emirates Etihad Kuwait Airways Airindia Limited Iberia

5 Ways To Access Airport Lounges For Free Airport lounges offer a haven of comfort, convenience, and relaxation amid the bustling terminals of airports around the world. Before we dive in, it’s worth noting that the terms 'airline lounges' and 'airport lounges' may sound similar, but they refer to distinct concepts. Airline lounges are private lounges operated and exclusively accessible to passengers flying with a specific airline. These lounges often carry the airline's branding and reflect its service standards. For example, the Emirates Business Class Lounge in Dubai International Airport is exclusively available to passengers traveling on Emirates. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dgjjqwZ5 #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation

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The Airline Industry has been in the spotlight in recent weeks, with several airlines making global headlines. 👉🏻 Rex Airlines has officially announced it is entering voluntary administration, with Administrators now appointed. While domestic flights between major cities are cancelled, all regional flights are currently continuing as scheduled. 👉🏻 Qatar Airways has made further advancements in the pursuit of comfort, convenience and flexibility, unveiling their new 'Qsuite Next Gen' Business Class model at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 recently. Launching to their Boeing777-9 aircraft in 2025, customers will be able to enjoy increased comfort, as well as new options to improve work-life balance while on board. 👉🏻 Business Travel has reached record heights following the pandemic, with the GBTA | Global Business Travel Association expecting spend to hit $1.48 trillion. This is primarily due to a return to face-to-face meetings, with businesses again preferring to finalise deals and develop relationships in person. For more information and to keep up with the latest travel industry news, subscribe to our newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/gJr-TgRs #PulseTravel #TravelAgent #RexAirlines #QatarAirways #BusinessTravel #TravelNews