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.
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Enter the USA in 2025 – Nicaragua to Miami!! IMPOSSIBLE CARIBBEAN VIEWS!
In 2025, the author embarks on a unique journey around the world against the Earth's spin, traveling from Granada to Miami via Mangua Airport. Despite concerns about potential issues entering the USA, the author experiences a breathtaking flight with stunning views, documenting the adventure in their latest vlog.
Getting Back Home on Korean Air and China Airlines
The final blog recounts the author's return journey from Seoul to Australia via Taipei. It features flights on Korean Air and China Airlines, offering insights into both experiences. Highlights include the comfort and service of the Business Class seat on China Airlines and the challenges faced with meal options on Korean Air.
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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China Airlines Business Class Review – Taipei to Melbourne Flight CI 57
The author shares their experience flying with China Airlines, revealing that the airline is based in Taiwan and partners with Qantas. They redeemed 75,000 Qantas points for a Business Class flight from Taiwan to Melbourne. The review includes insights about the airport lounge, seat comfort, food, and amenities.
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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Dhaka to Dakar – The End | Journey Home
So the day arrived. 90 days of travel, over 21,000 kilometres but it was now the end of April 2023 and it was time to come home. Did I celebrate the arrival in Dakar? Not much to be fair, it wasn’t like there was a team of people waiting in Dakar for me to arrive, …
