Flight Plans are not just something that pilot do. If you are flying long haul and have a 'Flight Plan' it will help you minimise the effects of 'Jet Lag' at your destination. Adjusting Your Body Clock The aim of your 'Flight Plan' is to get your body clock starting to adjust to your destination's … Continue reading What Is Your Flight Plan?
On a recent trip to Sydney Qantas asked if I wanted to bid for a 'Neighbour Free Seat' Basically Qantas was asking me to pay 30% more so I could have an empty seat next to me (Subject to Capacity). In other words by paying the money if the flight wasn't full I was more … Continue reading Would You Pay For A Neighbour Free Seat
For me it is all about the seat! Yes the lounge access, the better flight meal, and the extra luggage might mean a lot to you. . . . but as I am 1.8m tall and getting on in years the real benefit is a comfortable flight. If I am going to be on a … Continue reading Business Class Differences
According to SkyTrax in 2024 the three big alliances were ranked as follows; Star; One World; Sky Team; I have been in a number of airline frequent flyer programs over my travels and am currently involved in Star (through Lufthansa) One World (through Qantas) and SkyTeam (through Virgin) My Preference One World through Qantas is … Continue reading Which Frequent Flyer Membership?
Travel long enough and most of us make this type of mistake. A few years ago I was flying through London. Only problem was I didn't realise until the plane landed . . . . I was landing at Heathrow, and flying out of Gatwick. It was lucky I had a transfer time of just … Continue reading Transit Stops – Check the Airport!
I used to find the security routine easy pre COVID. Since I returned to travel the huge increase in Body Scanners has caused me to change my routine. Metal Detector Security It used to be simple: Have a belt with a plastic buckle Already have coins, gold chain, pens, phone and keys in my jacket … Continue reading Body Scanners
How often do you see a cruise or tour advertised as 'Fly Free'? That's Bulldust! . . . It should really say just say 'Flights included' Stay Longer If we are travelling long haul we would much rather stop longer than take the flights included in the package. If you arrive on the day, or … Continue reading Not ‘Fly Free’
It really depends on your situation. Days to Avoid The days to avoid are the days when there is the biggest demand for seats. That's when business travellers and leisure travellers are wanting the same flight Typically Fridays are bad with people setting off for holidays at the same time as business people returning to … Continue reading Cheaper Flights? or Convenience?
