Trip Report: EVA Air Royal Laurel (Business Class) 777-300ER - SIN to TPE (Singapore to Taipei)
On my latest trip to Taipei in April 2017, I tried out the famous Royal Laurel Class on EVA Air - this is essentially the airline's signature business class cabin. Ever since the devaluation of KrisFlyer Miles in March 2017, redeeming KrisFlyer Miles for partner airlines seem to make more sense as it allows you to try a different product without any penalty (you used to be able to save 15% off required miles for redemption on Singapore Airlines and SilkAir metal). Since Singapore Airlines operate the A330-300 (with a 2-2-2 arrangement) from Singapore to Taipei, I have decided to redeem my KrisFlyer Miles on EVA Air's Royal Laurel Class (1-2-1 arrangement) instead (find out how ExpertFlyer can help you find award space effectively).
Lounge Review: SilverKris Lounge (Terminal 3) - Singapore Changi Airport
The SilverKris Lounge in Changi Airport is reserved for Star Alliance passengers travelling on Business and First Class (there are separate lounges within the lounge itself) as well as esteemed Solitaire PPS Club members. If you are a KrisFlyer Gold Elite (or Star Alliance Gold) member traveling in Economy or Premium Economy class, you will have to make your way down to the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge (which does not stock Champagne) instead. Check out my review of the SilverKris Lounge in Terminal 3 of the Singapore Changi Airport.
Virgin Australia to operate flights between Melbourne and Hong Kong from July 2017
Following the strategic alliance between Virgin Australia and HNA Aviation, Virgin Australia has just announced plans to introduce its first flights to Hong Kong from Melbourne starting from 05 July 2017. The airline company will operate five flights per week on an Airbus A330-200 with 255 seats with a 2-4-2 configuration in Economy cabin.
Trip Report: Singapore Airlines Business Class A330-300 - SIN to DPS (Singapore to Denpasar)
There are no lack of flights out of Singapore to Bali but I wanted a short weekend getaway last minute and the fares were pretty astonishing for a 2.5 hours flight. Since the KrisFlyer miles devaluation is imminent, I have decided to fork out some miles to redeem for a flight from Singapore to Denpasar even though I generally do not like to use them on short-haul flights. Check out my experience on Singapore Airlines's Business Class on-board the A330-300 below!
Qatar Airways Unveils New Business Class Experience from June 2017 with QSuite
In case you have not been in tune with what's happening at the ITB Berlin exhibition, Qatar Airways has just unveiled the highly-anticipated new Business Class which is known as QSuites. This never-before-seen standard in Business Class travel enables a customisable private suite which is perfect even for a family of four.
Emirates Unveils New Onboard Lounge on Flagship Airbus A380s - Bar on the Plane!
Emirates which has been voted as Skytrax's World's Best Airline 2016 will be unveiling a series of new cabin products and enhancements in 2017 for both its flagship Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 fleet. As part of this multi-million dollar cabin interiors upgrade programme, a brand new Onboard Lounge has been released for the A380 fleet.
Qantas Unveils New Premium Economy Seats on B787-9 - from October 2017
Qantas has just unveiled the next generation of Premium Economy seats which will debut on their Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners from October 2017. The new Premium Economy cabin will feature 28 seats with a 2-3-2 layout to improve aisle access for middle passengers.
Enjoy Online Content from Netflix, Foxtel and Spotify on Qantas - WiFi Enabled Domestic Flights
Customers traveling on WiFi enabled domestic flights on-board Qantas will soon be able to enjoy their favourite shows, live sports and listen to a playlist of their choice with Netflix, Foxtel and Spotify respectively in 2017. Offering speeds up to 10 times faster than conventional in-flight WiFi, Qantas will offer passengers video and audio streaming from late February this year.