So you think you've flown a long way? The 10 longest flights in the world
So, you think you’ve flown a long way? Spare a thought for frequent fliers on these routes who invariably spend over half a day in the air at a time when they board, without so much as touching down for a layover. Qantas’ Sydney to Dallas/Forth Worth A380 service currently takes
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What could be more luxurious than chartering a jet to the world’s most untainted stretches of land, only accessible once you’ve touched down at the nearest airfield or airport? Once you’ve touched down, you might need some guidance a boat ride or some other form of overlan
Top 5 airports in the world... for plane spotters
For some of us, the airport is only part of the travel experience because we’re forced to go through it. Aching to get on with your dream holiday, nothing can be worse than standing in a queue with thousandsof other passengers to get your passport stamped. For others, an airport is an
5 London airports, 5 luxury stays
Its time to banish those drives down the motorway at the crack of dawn to catch that early morning flight. Here at the Epicurean, we know that you work hard for your holidays and deserve to maximise on every second of that luxury and relaxation. So, why not start your getaway just that littl
Photograph of the week: Hot air ballooning over Bagan
Bagan is one of the top 4 destinations of Myanmar which is an ancient city with over 10,000 Buddhist temples. During the 9th to 13th centuries, it was the capital of Pagan kingdom. Bagan is most beautiful to watch during the sunset and sunrise. The hot air balloons of Bagan provide the birds
One hidden secret to getting cheaper business class flights to Europe
With the U.S. dollar surging against the euro, international business class travel is now more affordable for Americans than it has been in years. This year, the euro fell below 1.10 against the dollar for the first time since 2003. Although a U.S. flight out might carry a hefty fee, there i
Top 5 things to do in Cappadocia, Turkey
Take to the skies with a hundred other hot air balloons and spot some sci-fi scenery at sunrise, then head underground to explore the ancient cave cities. Whether youre above or below the ground, one thing is for sure – Cappadocia is a totally magical place! Read on for our top 5 sugge
Is it high time we had a standard size for hand luggage when flying?
Let’s face it – flying with hand luggage isn’t as straight forward as it could be. Sure, if you’re familiar with the airline’s hand luggage size restrictions, that goes a long way. But when those restrictions vary slightly from one airline to another – or
Persistence pays off for cheapest business class fares to Asia
With a little persistence, you could be flying business class to Asia at less than half of the normal cost. Its a simple search trick that could save you thousands. Over the past month, airlines in the United States have been dropping prices on their business class seats to Asia. American Ai
Have you a hoard of unused foreign currency at home? Here's a solution...
If you’re like me, you probably have various small sums of money kicking about at home, in a variety of different currencies – and some for destinations you might not return to for years to come. Some of it you cant even easily change back into your local currency as theyll only
Delta Airlines changes upgrade algorithm for international flights
In late May, Delta Airlines changed its algorithm for upgrades on international flights, making it nearly impossible to clear mileage upgrades for ticket purchases that are made fewer than 14 days from the travel date. This largely unannounced adjustment changes the way Delta handles mileage
What's it like to fly privately with Jetfly?
It was a Thursday morning and I walked the short distance from my hotel to Denham airfield in Buckinghamshire. Opposite the appropriately named Biggles cafe is the Jetfly lounge where I met my fellow co-passengers just before 8am for a private flightto Frankfurt. By 8.20am we were up in the
3 reasons why business class airline consolidator discounts may not be as good as they seem
Business class airlineconsolidators once ruled the skies. Today, theyre getting farther and farther away in the rearview mirror, which may be a good thing for passengers faced with numerous complex airfare deal options when they fly. Back when many major airlines competed for passengers, air
What happened to the economy class lounge?
There was a time, not so long ago, when air travel was really fun. Not the pretend fun that you see in airline ads, but a legit, party-in-the-sky kind of fun. For those too young to remember, airplanes once had living room-sized lounges onboard for economy class travelers. The lounges served
A Luxury Travel Blog
OK, so youre planning that long overdue trip to Europe and want to fly comfortably. You check business class fares between L.A. and London on several mainstream sites, but theyre all asking for a whole lotta dough. Despite all the hype, they all show fares at $6,000, $7,000, $8,000 or more.
How to give your luggage a voice and detect whether it's mishandled when you travel
If you’re a frequent traveller – and perhaps even if you’re an infrequent one – chances are that at some point you’ve had a problem with your luggage. Perhaps it’s been dropped, hurled about, left out in the rain, emerged on the luggage carousel torn or ha
6 ways to combat jet lag
Lets face it, flying across time zones is great for our spirit, our soul and our sense of wanderlust, yet it wreaks havoc on our internal clocks. Here are six ways to combat Jet Leg and recover faster to enjoy the adventure.
Sleep early
A week before, start pushing your bed time later if yo
5 can't miss experiences in New Zealand
It’s no wonder New Zealand forms the backdrop for The Lord of the Rings films–its dramatic, breathtaking scenery needs no special effects to look otherworldly. It’s a long way from everywhere except Australia, Fiji and a few other places, but the trek is worth it. Here are
5 facts you need to know about a specialist tour operator
Tour operators are often asked by prospective clients “What exactly is a Tour Operator? or “Why should I book with a tour operator rather than direct with the hotel and airline?”. We have listed 5 facts you need to know about tour operators showing how they are able to secu
The 3 best business class airline seats
If you have a long international flight, flying business class is one of the best ways to get proper rest and arrive more refreshed and less jet-lagged at your destination. Business class is of course not as luxurious as first class, so don’t expect the attentive service, closing suite
