Third Star Wars™ Themed ANA JET C-3PO™ to Fly from March 2017

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The third Star Wars Themed ANA JET to join the fleet is the C-3PO™ ANA JET with the iconic C-3PO on its Boeing 777-200. This plane will join the other two (BB-8™ ANA JET and R2-D2™ ANA JET) as part of the STAR WARS™ Project, a five-year agreement with The Walt Disney Company (Japan) Ltd. Unveiled to Star Wars fans last week on 15 July 2016, the C-3PO aircraft plans to start flying on domestic routes in Japan from the end of March 2017.

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mySQupgrade - Submit a Closed Bid and (May) Be Upgraded

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When I traveled to Auckland last year for work, I mentioned that it was possible to bid for an upgrade on the Air New Zealand flight that I was on. Today, it appears that Singapore Airlines has finally jumped on the bandwagon to offer a similar service to selected passengers. 

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New Seasonal Menu on Qantas First and Business

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With over 19 years of working history, Qantas and internationally-renowned Australia Chef Neil Perry and the Rockpool Group will bring a refreshed winter menu (01 June to 31 August 2016) to feature fresh and in-season ingredients. The Rockpool team designs both in-flight menus for the premium cabins as well as the International First, Premium and Business lounges. 

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Iftar Service for Ramadan on Emirates

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Travellers who are on-board an Emirates service during the holy month of Ramadan will benefit from the airline's Iftar service. These special boxes will be available across all cabin classes on select flights that travel between the Gulf region as well as Umrah groups that travel between Jeddah and Medina.  The Iftar boxes will allow travellers who are observing Ramadan to break their fast with a nutritious meal. 

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Culinary Showcase from Handpicked Prefectures on-board ANA (June to August 2016)

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Between June and August 2016, ANA is inviting all passengers on a specially curated culinary journey to the Fukui, Yamanashi and Kagoshima prefectures. ANA's in-flight menu as well as the F&B offerings at various airport lounges in Tokyo will be refreshed with the freshest ingredients from these three prefectures. 

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Worldwide Star Alliance Lounge Access (1 Year) for S$630

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While reading one of my favourite loyalty sites over the weekend, I read that you can purchase a membership to give you worldwide Star Alliance Lounge Access for approximately S$630 Nett via the Air Canada Maple Leaf Club Worldwide membership (CA$599). Air Canada is currently running a 10% promo and this special price is only valid until 09 June 2016. 

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You Can Now Redeem Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Miles on KrisShop (and Why You Shouldn't)

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Singapore Airlines has just recently updated their new redemption charts to include Premium Economy redemption. If you are looking for more ways to earn KrisFlyer Miles, check out the guide to the co-branded American Express cards here! The national carrier of Singapore has just announced that KrisFlyer members will now be able to use their hard earned miles for shopping on KrisShop - read on to find out why you should most definitely NOT do this. 

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Lounge Review: Emirates Lounge (2016) at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

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I checked out the previous Emirates Lounge at the Melbourne Tullamarine Airport back in 2014 when I visited the city for a friend's wedding. While the lounge had a great selection of food and drinks, the overall decor was tired and in need of a refresh. When I visited Melbourne city again this April (2016), I have had the pleasure of visiting the Emirates Lounge once again (without knowing it was refurbished) and I was pleasantly surprised by the changes. 

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