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Definitive review of the Pearl Lounge at Abu Dhabi

Definitive review of the Pearl Lounge at Abu Dhabi

The Pearl at Abu Dhabi Airport was a nice surprise. The Premium part was spacious and well-designed. There's showers, luggage storage and a well priced Spa.

Avanti: Is their Club Avanti reward scheme worth it?

Earning rewards from train journeys. Club Avanti is a decent scheme that's flown under the radar. Very easy to use, and some of the rewards are valuable.
Aether at Manchester Airport Opens Today

Aether at Manchester Airport Opens Today

It's been a long time coming, but Aether opens today. For those with deep pockets this means you can avoid the main terminal at Manchester airport.
First Qatar flight with Starlink: Upto 220mpb/s internet access for free

First Qatar flight with Starlink: Upto 220mpb/s internet access for free

Qatar launches superfast internet access, for free. It's limited to just one 777 for the moment but they're going to be rolling it out fast across their fleet.
No1 Lounge opening in Heathrow T2

No1 Lounge opening in Heathrow T2

Heathrow T2 is getting a new lounge. No1 Lounges opens in December 2024.
Manchester Airport: All 22 new T2 restaurants & shops

Manchester Airport: All 22 new T2 restaurants & shops

Hot off the press, MAN have announced the 22 new venues in their expanded Terminal 2. Lots of new places to eat, drink or shop at.
Etihad increase flights frequency: MAN is a big winner

Etihad increase flights frequency: MAN is a big winner

Big changes at Etihad: more flights for Manchester, plus the A380 remains on their Heathrow route.
Who are Riyadh Air? Will they shake-up the industry?

Who are Riyadh Air? Will they shake-up the industry?

Riyadh Air: soon to be the next big, luxury airline, but who are they, where will they fly and what will it be like on board?
London City: New eateries, departure upgrades & increased passenger numbers

London City: New eateries, departure upgrades & increased passenger numbers

London City is improving - new places to eat, shop and an increase in passenger numbers
Roundup: Amex Nespresso offer, Aether chef pics plus new Virgin flights

Roundup: Amex Nespresso offer, Aether chef pics plus new Virgin flights

Virgin now has three new destinations in 2025, Aether release behind the scenes photos and get £20 off a Nespresso purchase with Amex
Pasta Evangelists to open at Manchester Airport

Pasta Evangelists to open at Manchester Airport

Manchester's T2 is due to complete in 2025. Before then, in fact very soon, Pasta Evangelists is due to open. Another Italian option in the terminal, but perhaps one that's more accessible
Big Qatar news: more flights to key destinations inc. London + caviar in Business

Big Qatar news: more flights to key destinations inc. London + caviar in Business

Qatar is increasing the frequency of lights to London, Miami, Tokyo and Male. Plus big news on caviar in Business Class.
Get free Apple TV+ with Barclays Premier

Get free Apple TV+ with Barclays Premier

Without much fanfare Barclays have launched a valuable perk for Premier customers - free Apple TV
BA launches Jeddah flights with good Avios availability

BA launches Jeddah flights with good Avios availability

British Airways launches a second Saudi Arabian destination: Jeddah. Home to F1, and stunning beaches. Flying daily, from the 4th November
A new floating hotel coming to Manchester?

A new floating hotel coming to Manchester?

Manchester could be getting it's first floating hotel, with the announcement from the Good Hotels group that they want to drop anchor in Salford Quays
Manchester Airport Terminal 2 is three (kinda). Here are the numbers behind it.

Manchester Airport Terminal 2 is three (kinda). Here are the numbers behind it.

Manchester Airports Terminal 2 was a step change for the airport, and the region. It's been three years (and the project is still ongoing).