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Oneworld, China Southern “in discussions” over alliance
The former SkyTeam member China’s largest airline could join Oneworld, with British Airways and American Airlines in support.
Superjumbo superloos: the first class washrooms of the A380
It’ll be hard to return to cramped airplane bathrooms after a peek inside these spacious well-appointed first class washrooms.
This Qantas jet has an exclusive ‘Harry Potter’ suite
But can you summon a glass of bubbles by saying “Accio, Champagne” ?
Emirates, Qatar give Perth a superjumbo-sized travel boost
Both the Gulf airlines are bringing back their A380s, and there’s arguably no better way to fly from Perth to Europe or the UK.
How airlines know what you’re willing to pay for a ticket
Artificial intelligence algorithms are processing reams of data to fine-tune airfares in ways that may surprise you.
Star Alliance launches its own credit card in Australia
The co-branded card will let you earn miles or points in the frequent flyer program of selected Star Alliance member airlines.
Virgin Australia partnership with ANA, Air Canada, Hawaiian
More partner flights will unlock more Velocity points and status credits.
Virgin Australia restarts Singapore Airlines codeshare
Travellers can enjoy full partnership perks across the two airlines, just in time for the Christmas break.
Qatar Airways will live-stream every World Cup match
For 28 thrilling days, every match is beaming direct to passengers cruising at 40,00ft.
Air Mauritius resumes twice-weekly link to Perth
The airline’s lie-flat business class will ensure your tropical holiday gets off to a flying start.
Qantas rolls out a ‘retro menu’ at its first class lounges
Take your tastebuds on a trip down memory lane…
Virgin Australia makes its return to New Zealand
The streamlined Qantas challenger is testing the market with Queenstown as its sole trans-Tasman port, for now.
Qantas’ Sydney to Santiago flights make triumphant return
It marks the end to a 30-month hiatus between the two cities, and a valuable reconnection for visitors and locals.
Virgin Australia reopens Sydney ‘Premium Entry’
The time-saving airport priority lane makes a welcome return, but only during morning peak hours.
Singapore Airlines’ original A380 seats become museum star
The iconic suites will join a museum exhibition celebrating the Lion City’s homegrown brands.
British Airways upgrades business class dining with new menu
It’s ‘bon voyage’ to the single tray offering and ‘welcome back’ to individually served courses.
Qantas once ordered 20 Airbus A380s, only ten will fly again
Over the past two decades, the Qantas Airbus A380s followed a bumpy flightpath and at times an uncertain trajectory.
Qantas restarts Perth-Johannesburg, axes Perth-Jakarta
Jo’burg is back, but only until March 2023, when the route “will be suspended until further notice.”