On July 23rd, at this year’s Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Convention, Virgin America announced a suite of enhancements to its Elevate® frequent flyer program that promise to make travel even more rewarding for the airline’s most loyal guests. As of this summer, the airline’s top flyers can enjoy new Elevate Gold and Elevate Silver … Continue reading →
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It’s a truism – not to mention a first world problem – to say that once you’ve experienced first class air travel, you’ll never want to turn right on an airplane ever again. Unfortunately, as habits go, paying for upgraded travel makes heroin look cost-effective – costing somewhere in the order of $1,000 an hour … Continue reading →
Qantas has again been lauded for its on-board wine selection at the annual Cellars in the Sky Award ceremony, held February 3 in London. The Australian flag-carrier, which took four awards last year, won a total of six at this year’s airline wine tasting event, including Best First Class White, First Class Red and First Class Sparkling, … Continue reading →
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