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Singapore Airlines is Launching the Longest Flight in the World
Singapore Airlines is making best use of one of the latest Airbus models by making them fly the longest route in the world (by distance) – Singapore – New York! Can We Actually Fly Routes…
Win a free stay in Bali Indonesia!
We had the chance to visit Zen Resort in Bali, Indonesia for three days experiencing everything their property had to offer. The resort features villas with private pools, a fully inclusive ayurveda spa, sunrise meditation/yoga…
Jabbrrbox – A Private Airport Lounge
For people who do a lot of focused work on the go, there is a major problem with airports – there is no quiet and private place to get some work done. Airport lounges do…
The Toy Story Aeroplane is Here
Now, would you look at this. That’s what you would call unique, and the outside is just the beginning of the China Eastern Airlines aeroplane themed after non other than the infamous Toy Story movie…
How Much Do Airlines Make Per Passenger – Here’s a Rough Idea
Being such enormous companies, you might wonder where all the money comes from. Whilst it may be a lot of money, it definitely isn’t easy many, as there is a lot that goes into running…
The End of Virgin America – How Things Will Carry On
A several billion-dollar strong deal has went through and over-night nearly all Virgin America branding has disappeared. Here’s how things will continue. The Lucky Buyer Has Other Plans The lucky buyer – Alaska Airlines that…
A German Startup is Here to Fight for Your Ticket Refunds
When talking about refunds, airlines often make the situation worse than it already is and many customers just can’t be bothered anymore with their ticket refunds. That then leads to airlines selling the same seat…
Hamburg Airport and VW Detail the Airport Parking of the Future
It really sounds quite spectacular and maybe even a bit intimidating at the same time as VW, respectively Porsche and Audi as well, together with Hamburg’s Helmut Schmidt airport outline the possible future of airport…
Heathrow Terminal 1 Interior to Be Auctioned Of – A Chance To Own a Piece of Airport
The contents of the now defunct Heathrow Terminal 1 will soon be up for auction. This really includes nearly all of the interior’s pieces, from escalators over baggage belts to security cameras and iris scanners….
First Airlines – The Idea of Flying, Without Actually Flying
In a way, Japan is known for its sometimes rather different products or ideas. First Airlines really marks no exception, as it offers flights, which don’t actually fly. Instead? Instead, you get the whole in-flight…
You Can Now Sue An Airline In Your European Destination Country For Compensation of Delays
Up until now, and yes this does indeed sound quite odd, it was not clear who was responsible when you missed your connecting flight with a different airline, due to the first one being late…
Airbnb Might Be Entering the Aviation Business
Now, this is not some random rumour we picked up from your small across-the-road news site, but it was CEO and founder of Airbnb, Brian Chesky, who asked his Twitter followers what their perfect flying…
How to Get the Christmas Spirit Going When You Are a Flight Test Team
It might not be noticed by the general public but the way how a Hamburg-based aeroplane test team contributed towards pre-Christmas celebration is very unique and therefore definitely worth sharing. The team basically “drew” a…
The Freitag Zippelin Is a Unique and Inflatable Travel Bag
The Swiss company Freitag, German for Friday and also the name of its founders, is known for its one-of-a-kind bags made from truck tarps. However, one product which was always missing in its line-up was…
The All You Can Fly Membership – Did You Know About Surf Air?
It really sounds too good to be true: Pay a monthly fee and jet of wherever you like. With Surf Air you can’t quite go anywhere you like but the rest definitely holds true –…
“Pay Least, Board Last“ – How British Airways Wants to Solve Queues During Boarding
December 12 will mark the day when British Airways will change its boarding policy, introducing a similar solution as airlines such as American Airlines or Iberia for reducing queues during boarding – based on what…
Emirates Unveils New First Class Suites, Inspired by Mercedes Benz
You thought the Singapore Airlines Suites were incredible? Then you might want to take a look at the brand-new Emirates First Class private suites! Inspired by none other than Mercedes Benz The suites are part…
These Are the World’s Best Airlines According to Airlineratings.com
Every year, Airlineratings.com chooses the world’s best airlines in various categories and the results for 2018 are just in. Best Overall Airline That is probably the most interesting category of them all. And the winner…
A Redesigned Air France-KLM Flying Blue Loyalty Programme Will Go into Effect Next Year
Air France-KLM – the holding company for the Air France and KLM airlines – has introduced a revamped Flying Blue loyalty programme with the overall goal of creating a simpler and more understandable way of…
Here’s Why Finnair Wants to Weigh Its Passengers Pre-Flight
Finnair only just recently appeared in our blog for offering flights to HEL. The Scandinavian airline now again caught our attention for starting to weigh passengers pre-flight. Sounds strange? The airline’s explanation is pretty reasonable…
The Singapore Airlines Suites Are Flying Hotel Rooms
Singapore Airlines has now officially presented its new Airbus A380 cabin design to the general public at a media launch in the airline’s home country. Whilst Economy and Business Class are exciting, the new Singapore…
Check Out What’s on In-Flight Before You Board
In-flight entertainment on those long-haul flights is always a nice way to kill time, especially when there is a nice selection of movies/ series/ podcasts/ music.. But did you know that you can check the…
Zunum Aero Wants to Revolutionise the Aeroplane Industry
If you think about it, innovation in the aeroplane industry has been rather sparse. Sure, bigger and better aeroplanes are always being developed, but there has been nothing game-changing really, at least on the front-end….
Singapore Airlines Is Stepping up Its Aeroplane Food Game
Aeroplane food. It really does not have the best of all reputations. It is more a way of not starving during those long-hour flights, but if there was a choice, most people would take it….
Finnair Flight AY666 From CPH To HEL
Finnish Finnair made the best of Friday 13th by pointing out an odd pun in combination with a matching flight number – Flight AY666 from Copenhagen to Helsinki, CPH to HEL(L). Well, That’s Coincidental It…
The Milford Sound in New Zealand – the Eighth Wonder of the World?
New Zealand has a lot to offer and is especially versatile in its tourist attractions. The numerous fiords are one example and especially noteworthy is the Milford Sound! Why should I visit? Primarily, the Milford…
Air Berlin is History – Here’s How You Can Retain Your Airline Status
Following the bankruptcy of Air Berlin – the airline wasn’t the only one by the way – many of the frequent flyers will not be very pleased about losing their special status with the German…
Monarch is dead and 110.000 passangers are stranded
After Alitalia and Air Berlin, yet another European airline has bit the dust. This time, it was Britain’s fifth largest airline – Monarch Airlines. Was this expected? It was in September last year, when first…
Currently, These Are the Shortest Flights in the World
You thought a one-hour flight was short? Well, I’m afraid that I have to prove you wrong. In fact, the list of the world’s shortest flights include routes that only take a couple of minutes…
American Airlines and Casper Want to Make Your Flight Even More Cosy
The world’s biggest airline, American Airlines is partnering up with Casper, an also American company who has specialised in sleeping products. The two of them will try to make your flight even more cosy –…
Check-In Delays Around the World Due to a System Crash
Just recently a broken pipeline left many passengers stranded. Not as bad but definitely concerning is the fact that a system crash caused many check-in systems to not work last Thursday morning. Check-in Delays? Cancellations?…
How a Damaged Pipeline Left Many Passengers Stranded at Auckland Airport
It does sound quite bizarre but a damaged kerosene pipeline resulted in many flights being cancelled and a lot of passengers being stranded at Auckland airport, New Zealand. How is that possible? It was Thursday,…
Ryanair – Full List of Cancellations for the Next Six Weeks Finally Available
It was only a couple of days ago, when Ryanair announced that it would be cancelling up to 50 flights during the next six weeks but only on very short notice. Now, finally, the Irish…
Currently, These Are the Longest Flights in the World!
Got all those miles racking up but want to make sure that they are put to best use when upgrading? Well, what better way than choosing one of the longest flights worldwide to experience business…
Lots of Ryanair Flights Being Cancelled In the Next Six Weeks
Ryanair, an Irish airline known for its low prices, will be cancelling hundreds of its flights in the next six weeks. How come Ryanair is cancelling so many flights? There are two main reasons which…
Get the hottest Deals straight to you Phone!
Using Telegram? Yes? Good. Because your favourite travel deals site – JOURJOUR Deals of course ?? – now has its own channels just for you! The cool thing, you will never miss out on any…
A Location You Might Want to XPerience
Not quite sure what I’m on about? Rest assured that you will most likely be very familiar with the Bliss image, once you scroll down a little… Ah, that’s better Windows XP! But why would…
Disney is Building a Star Wars Hotel in Orlando
Not only is Disney building two massive theme parks as part of Disney Land Anaheim and Disney World called Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, but the Orlando location will even receive a dedicated Star Wars-themed hotel!…
Enjoy Public Wi-Fi in Italy – for Free
The Italian Ministry of Economic Development has made wifi.italia.it available, an app that allows users to connect to various hotspots around Italy, for free! Free Wi-Fi in Italy? How’s that supposed to work? It’s very…
Why Dublin is Amongst the World’s Friendliest Cities
Ireland, the country of the friendly, and especially Dublin stands out as a prime example. But why is that? How come, one of the friendliest cities/ countries world-wide is located in an area where it…