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Review: Virgin Australia Brisbane Lounge and Business Class, Brisbane – Cairns

by Gary Leff on June 6, 2015

Jun 06 2015

After arriving in Brisbane from Los Angeles, transferring to a domestic flight means proceeding through immigration, picking up baggage and walking it through customs, and then rechecking bags. It also means taking a bus to transfer to the domestic terminal and re-clearing security.

I had the chance to visit Virgin Australia’s domestic lounge in Brisbane, and take a short 862 mile flight from Brisbane to Cairns in business class. All in all, for what it is, I was impressed.

New Qatar Airways Video Features Checked Bags That Speak English

by Gary Leff on June 6, 2015

Here’s how they describe the video, We all know what happens on board as a passenger, but have you ever wondered what happens to your luggage? Watch “It’s a Bag’s Life” for a sneak peek behind the scenes, as we reveal for the first time the life of a suitcase. KLM may have a cartoon 747 that farts, but Qatar Airways checked bags speak, at least with captions!

Suing Over Angled Business Seats, the First Airport 7-11, and Amtrak Hits 70,000 Pounds of Bacon

by Gary Leff on June 6, 2015

Jun 06 2015

A collection of interesting links you’ll want to see, many you’ll want to click.

DFW Airport’s Plans for New American Airlines First Class Lounge and Shared Premium Lounge

by Gary Leff on June 6, 2015

Jun 06 2015

Last weekend I shared the rumor that American is going to build a new Flagship first class lounge at DFW airport in terminal D. I also mentioned that the airport has had plans for a new shared premium lounge.

I believe that I can now confirm both of those things… According to an airport spokesperson,

Last Chance for 1000 Free American AAdvantage Miles

by Gary Leff on June 6, 2015

Jun 06 2015

American will give you 1000 miles for scrolling through a few videos about their frequent flyer program. That’s worth ~ $17 and keeps your miles from expiring for 18 months. The offer expires June 12.

Marriott Changes Terms & Conditions, American Diverts 287 Flights, and More..

by Gary Leff on June 5, 2015

Jun 05 2015

A collection of interesting links you’ll want to see, many you’ll want to click.

United 50,000 Mile Signup Bonus Still Available for Business Card.

by Gary Leff on June 5, 2015

Jun 05 2015

Even though the limited-time 50,000 mile signup bonus for the United Visa has ended, it’s still possible to get 50,000 miles for the United small business credit card. Here’s how.

Yesterday’s Big American Airlines Cookie PR Scandal

by Gary Leff on June 5, 2015

Jun 05 2015

A cookie company sent out an unauthorized press release yesterday falsely claiming to be the exclusive cookie of American Airlines, available in first class on all domestic flights. Really.

Student Legally Changed Name to Avoid Airline Ticket Name Change Fee

by Gary Leff on June 5, 2015

Jun 05 2015

Adam Armstrong — for some inexplicable reason — booked a Ryanair ticket under the name Adam West. And he made separate outbound and return reservations, rather than making a single booking. As a result, in order to fly, he needed to change the name on the reservation and was looking at £110 twice….

Could We Get Government Regulation of Frequent Flyer Programs From an Unlikely Place?

by Gary Leff on June 5, 2015

Jun 05 2015

The Department of Transportation doesn’t regulate frequent flyer programs, but it has held hearings on the possibility. They aren’t likely to do anything soon. It’s another agency of government, though, that has some loyalty programs worried.

Review: Virgin Australia Brisbane Lounge and Business Class, Brisbane – Cairns

New Qatar Airways Video Features Checked Bags That Speak English

Suing Over Angled Business Seats, the First Airport 7-11, and Amtrak Hits 70,000 Pounds of Bacon

DFW Airport’s Plans for New American Airlines First Class Lounge and Shared Premium Lounge

Last Chance for 1000 Free American AAdvantage Miles

Marriott Changes Terms & Conditions, American Diverts 287 Flights, and More..

United 50,000 Mile Signup Bonus Still Available for Business Card.

Yesterday’s Big American Airlines Cookie PR Scandal

Student Legally Changed Name to Avoid Airline Ticket Name Change Fee

Could We Get Government Regulation of Frequent Flyer Programs From an Unlikely Place?

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