Emirates Connects Dubai to Taipei and Prague on New A380s
The Taipei route was first introduced as a daily Boeing 777 series on 10 February 2014 while the Prague-Dubai route was launched first on 01 July 2010. Since then, Emirates have carried over 1.1 million passengers between the two cities. The Emirates Dubai-Prague-Dubai route operates as EK139 and EK140, served by an A380 aircraft that can accommodate 519 passengers in a three-class configuration, with 429 spacious Economy Class seats on the main deck and 76 fully flat-bed mini-pods in Business Class as well as 14 First Class Private Suites on the upper deck. For Taiwanese travellers, flights EK366 and EK367 will be served by the new two-class configuration offering a total of 615 seats: 58 in Business Class and 557 in Economy Class.
After securing Qatar Airways Platinum via the Accor Live Limitless fast track, I have been enjoying the incredible perks of oneworld Emerald status. However, retaining this status is challenging. Here is my strategy for switching to Qantas Platinum to lock in status until April 2027.
Air New Zealand is set to open The Lookout Lounge at Auckland International Airport on 12 December 2025. Located on Level 2, this new space offers relief during peak travel hours with a chef station, barista-made coffee, and 200 additional seats. This opening precedes a major redevelopment of the flagship Koru Lounges scheduled to begin in 2026.
Qantas is set to open its brand-new Auckland International Lounge on 17 December 2025. The expansive space features a dedicated à la carte dining zone for Platinum members, a cocktail bar, and design elements celebrating the New Zealand landscape.
Redeem Scoot flights with KrisFlyer miles from just 1,500 miles one-way. Scoot’s new KrisFlyer award chart lets members book Economy Class Saver or Advantage fares to popular destinations at fixed redemption rates.
A look inside the Emirates Lounge at Auckland Airport, which is currently serving Qantas Business Class passengers during the Qantas lounge renovation. While pleasant and functional, the experience was ultimately unremarkable, leaving me eager to see the all-new Qantas International Lounge when it debuts in 2026.
Oman Air officially joins oneworld as its 15th member from 1 July 2025, extending the alliance’s reach across the Gulf and South Asia. Premium travellers will enjoy seamless access to Oman Air’s award-winning product and an expanded network of destinations, including a new Muscat–Amsterdam route.
Discover the Qantas International First Lounge at Sydney Airport (SYD) with this in-depth review. From Neil Perry’s à la carte dining to panoramic runway views and oneworld Emerald access, here’s everything you need to know before your flight.
Discover the Cathay Pacific Lounge at Taipei Taoyuan International Airport Terminal 1 — a thoughtfully designed space offering a full-service bar, iconic Noodle Bar, and refined seating for oneworld travellers.
Business Class passengers now enjoy complimentary inflight Wi-Fi when traveling on Cathay Pacific.
Emirates is refreshing its First Class soft product with new moisture-wicking loungewear, plush 300-thread-count bedding, and updated VOYA amenities for the A380 Shower Spa.