About Ajay

Ajay Awtaney is the Founder and Editor of Live From A Lounge (LFAL), a pioneering digital platform renowned for publishing news and views about aviation, hotels, passenger experience, loyalty programs, travel trends and frequent travel tips for the Global Indian. He is considered the Indian authority on business travel, luxury travel, frequent flyer miles, loyalty credit cards and travel for Indians around the globe. Ajay is a frequent contributor and commentator on the media as well, including ET Now, BBC, CNBC TV18, NDTV, Conde Nast Traveller and many other outlets.

Exclusive: Coming 2030, Air India’s new First Class designed with Airbus for the A350-1000 aircraft

April 14, 2026 by Ajay 1 Comment

Air India has assigned Airbus to design the A350-1000 version of their First Class.

European Carriers such as Lufthansa, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic expand capacity to India

April 9, 2026 by Ajay 1 Comment

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, Swiss and Lufthansa are all hastening their plans to launch flights to India. Here are the details of the plans.

BOBCARD Etihad Guest Premium Credit Card: Up to 15,000 Miles on Signup in April 2026

April 9, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

Etihad Guest and BOBCARD have launched a new signup offer on their newly launched co-brand credit card, the best one, so far.

Coca Cola Bubbles return to Marriott properties after 35 years

April 8, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

Coke has entered the chat once again, after being gone for about 35 years.

Fuel Surcharges on the Up by IndiGo and Air India both

April 7, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

Air India and Air India Express will follow into the fuel surcharge hike made by IndiGo a bit earlier. This could be expensive.

Air India confirms Campbell Wilson has stepped down

April 7, 2026 by Ajay 5 Comments

Air India’s CMD Campbell Wilson has resigned from the airline.

Changes coming to HDFC Bank’s mid-tier credit cards: BizPower, Diners Club Privilege and Regalia Gold. Some Good, Some Very Good.

April 5, 2026 Updated on April 6, 2026 by Ajay 3 Comments

HDFC Bank will soon change the way the rewards and perks of their BizPower, Regalia Gold and Diners Club Privilege Card are going to be awarded.

7 great miles and points buying opportunities available as of April 4, 2026

April 4, 2026 by Ajay 1 Comment

Here are some amazing opportunities for you to buy miles and points and plan your next vacation at literally 40-50% of the usual prices!

Last 3 Days: Buy Hyatt Points with a 20% Discount (US Cents 2.08 | INR 1.88 per point)

April 4, 2026 by Ajay 32 Comments

The image shows an outdoor seating area at Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa in Colorado. There are striped cushioned chairs and sofas arranged around a fire pit. In the background, there is snow on the ground, trees, and a ski lift. The text on the image reads: "Buy 3,000+ points and save 20%. Reach your next getaway faster. Save 20% when you buy Bonus Points through April 7, 2026."

Buy Hyatt Points with a 20% discount. This is one of the better offers and could land you an extremely swanky luxurious hotel at less than 5-star prices.

Alaska Airlines Buy Miles with up to 100% Bonus Miles

April 3, 2026 by Ajay 7 Comments

Alaska Airlines has a new Buy Miles Promotion through May 2, 2026. You can get Alaska Miles with up to a 100% bonus to redeem on oneworld member airlines, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, British Airways and many other airlines at reasonable prices.