Epic Journey from Kingston to Jamaica to Athens Greece with British Airways and Wizz Air!

In the 16th episode of the Round the World 2025 adventure, the journey shifts from Jamaica to Greece via London Gatwick. The traveler experiences Premium Economy for the first time, faces a delay due to a sick passenger, and stays at the BLOC Gatwick before catching a morning flight with Wizz Air to Athens.

Virgin Australia, Qatar Airways and the Velocity Frequent Flyer Program

Hi all. Today it’s another post on the Velocity Frequent Program, a program that should be providing me with a few flights this year – announcement pending! Sorry I’m playing this one REALLY close to my chest. But today is a follow up from my post from late last year on Velocity and their pending …

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Qantas Frequent Flyer – Thoughts on the Latest Changes

Qantas Frequent Flyer program will undergo significant changes in August, with increased points required for flight redemptions. Positive updates include 1 million extra reward seats with European partners and lower points for domestic flights. However, the increases in points needed for various routes, particularly Sydney to London, are notable. Book before August to avoid changes.

Singapore to Melbourne Journey: Hotel, Flights & Delays

Well folks, it’s time finally to wrap up the full story of my South East Asia trip from late last year by detailing my journey from Langkawi to home via Singapore! It was going to be an interesting journey home and not 100% smooth sailing. Firstly we had to make it to Singapore, overnight near …

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Commercial Aviation in Australia and the ‘Third Airline’ Question

In 2024, Australian airlines faced challenges, with Qantas and Virgin Australia faring better than others. Bonza, a budget airline, ceased operations after 15 months, and REX Airlines entered administration with significant debt. However, Koala Airlines is set to enter the market, aiming to compete using AI. The aviation landscape in Australia is evolving.

Airline Face Off – Air Asia Vs Cebu Pacific Vs SCOOT

G’day folks, and I hope today’s blog finds you well. South East Asia is one of the best connected regions of the world by budget airlines. Last year in November-December I spent just over three weeks in the Philippines, Singapore and Malaysia and flying was my main mode of transport. I used three of the …

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