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Fiji Airways 737-700

Fiji Airways 737 Business Class Review

AFF member ecole16 recently flew in Business class on a Fiji Airways 737. This member travelled in the Business cabin on FJ254, an afternoon service from Apia to Nadi. They’ve taken the time to post pictures and a review of the flight. A Boeing 737-800 was used for the 2-hour flight. This aircraft has 8 Business class … Continued

23 May 2018 Flight Reviews
Free wifi restaurant Bali

Global Wi-Fi Access for 28 Degrees Cardholders

The popular 28 Degrees Mastercard now comes with an added benefit. Cardholders can enjoy unlimited Boingo wi-fi hotspot access all over the world! 28 Degrees MasterCard cardholders can register for a free Boingo wi-fi account for access to over 1 million worldwide hotspots. Up to 4 devices can be connected to wi-fi via a single Boingo … Continued

22 May 2018 Travel Tools & Technology
Oops mistake glitch

Qantas Overcharging for Reward Flights

The Qantas website has been plagued with errors since it was “upgraded” earlier this month. Unfortunately, one of the most serious problems has still not yet been resolved. The Qantas website is currently overcharging for some Classic Flight Reward bookings. The correct amounts of taxes and carrier charges are being applied, but the amount of … Continued

21 May 2018 Qantas
London, UK

Bangkok to London under $2,000 return in Business

Looking for cheap Business class flights to Europe? If you don’t mind making your own way to Bangkok, there are some exceptional Gulf Air Business class fares from Bangkok to London for under $2,000 return. The cheap Gulf Air Business fares are available for travel any time until the end of the year, except from … Continued

19 May 2018 Other Airlines
Air Namibia A319

Earning Points with Obscure Airlines

If you’re a loyal Oneworld, Star Alliance or SkyTeam flyer, you probably try to fly with airlines from your alliance at every opportunity. But, as great as airline alliances and partnerships are, they don’t cover every corner of the globe. When travelling overseas, you’ll occasionally need to fly with obscure airlines that aren’t part of … Continued

19 May 2018 Other Airlines
Queensland Shuts Border to Greater Sydney

Great Qantas Service at Brisbane Airport

An AFF member has acknowledged the outstanding Qantas service they received from the airline’s ground staff at Brisbane Airport this week. Stevo.1702 was flying from Townsville to Roma with a very tight connection in Brisbane. On any other day, this member would have missed the connection. But the Qantas staff went above and beyond ensuring not … Continued

18 May 2018 Flight Reviews
Malaysia Airlines A380

Great Malaysia Airlines First Class Award Availability to Japan

Would you like to try out Malaysia Airlines First class? If you have Qantas points – or miles with any other Oneworld airline – you can! In fact, you can even bring along a friend… or your whole family. Malaysia Airlines First class award availability between Kuala Lumpur and Tokyo is surprisingly excellent at present. … Continued

17 May 2018 Malaysia Airlines Points Inspiration
Air China 777

Air China Economy Class Review

The internet is littered with negative reviews about Air China. But are these reviews justified? What’s it really like to fly Air China Economy class? AFF member trentusjuventus recently put the Beijing-based Star Alliance carrier to the test, flying Economy from Taipei to Europe and back. Though initially hesitant to fly Air China Economy class, they had … Continued

16 May 2018 Flight Reviews
Grounded Air New Zealand & Qantas planes at Auckland Airport

Boeing 787 Engine Problems Ground Aircraft

Boeing 787 engine problems are causing serious disruptions to flights with Air New Zealand, LATAM Airlines, British Airways and several other airlines. But, thankfully, not all airlines operating the Dreamliner are affected. Here’s what you need to know… What are the Boeing 787 engine problems? Some airlines have discovered that the turbine blades in their … Continued

13 May 2018 Air New Zealand
Hilton hotel

New Hilton Hotels for Melbourne?

There are rumours that Hilton Hotels could soon be returning to Melbourne with up to three new properties. The popular American hotel chain is planning to open a new Hilton-branded hotel, alongside a Curio Collection and Double Tree. AFF moderator JessicaTam has the scoop on the new Hilton hotels in Melbourne. Initially, Hilton had planned to … Continued

11 May 2018 Hilton Honors
Qantas Hangs Up on Platinum Member Requesting Refund

Qantas Refund Black Hole

An AFF member and Qantas Platinum frequent flyer is still waiting for a Qantas refund of $4,000, two months after they had to cancel their flight. And they could be waiting a lot longer, as Qantas has stopped responding to emails and phone calls. PaulDQLD had originally booked two return Qantas Business class fares from Sydney … Continued

10 May 2018 Qantas
Qantas departure screening at Terminal 3 in Sydney Airport

Tighter Airport Security Coming

The Australian government has announced increased airport security measures for domestic terminals across the country. As part of a spending package announced in this week’s federal budget, major Australian domestic airports will receive full-body scanners like those at international terminals. The government also announced new funding for upgrading x-ray screening equipment at regional airports and … Continued

10 May 2018 Airports & Lounges