British airline Virgin Atlantic has announced that it will join the SkyTeam alliance in early 2023. Although this announcement comes as a bit of a surprise – Virgin Atlantic has long avoided joining… Continue Reading
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Do You Agree With Skytrax That These Are The Best Airlines In The World?
Skytrax, the airline ranking site, held its annual awards ceremony at the Langham Hotel in London on 23rd September, attended by airlines from all over the world. After conducting more than 14 million… Continue Reading
Air Canada invests in 30 electric aircraft
Major airlines and alliances try to outdo each other when it comes to sustainable actions. Air Canada is now taking a concrete step towards a more sustainable fleet, by investing in 30 electric ES-30… Continue Reading
InsideLook: KLM Presents New Premium Comfort Cabin On Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner
KLM recently introduced its long-awaited ‘Premium Comfort’ cabin on the route between Amsterdam and New York – InsideFlyer was on board the inaugural flight to check it out… We… Continue Reading
Marriott Joins the Status Giveaway Club (for a Fee)
Marriott and American Express have announced some changes to the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express card. Most importantly, the card will now come with automatic Platinum status with Marriott… Continue Reading
Why the Closure of a Cheap, Unimpressive Hotel Only Matters for One Hotel Chain
The Hyatt Place hotel in Hayes, West London (United Kingdom) is closing on October 31, 2022. “West London” is somewhat misleading – although Hayes IS officially within the London borough… Continue Reading
BA Set To Resume Gatwick-Las Vegas Service in 2023
British Airways is set to resume a direct service 3 times a week between London Gatwick and Las Vegas for the 2023 summer season. This will be in addition to the daily service BA currently offers to London… Continue Reading
InsideFlyer Throwback Thursday – What Were Loyalty Programs Like 20 Years Ago?!
We have been sifting through the hallowed InsideFlyer archives to take a look at how airline and hotel loyalty programs have changed over the decades. Was there ever really a ‘golden age’… Continue Reading
Why Do Blinds Have To Be Open During Take Off And Landing?
So, you’ve boarded your plane, and are ready for take off, pondering what pre-dinner drink to have. But it’s so dazzling outside that you pull your window blind down, only to be told to raise… Continue Reading
American Airlines and British Airways Introduce Reciprocal Upgrades
American Airlines and British Airways have implemented a new upgrade system. This will allow AAdvantage elite members to confirm upgrades on British Airways; Executive Club elite members will equally… Continue Reading