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.

Unlock GHA DISCOVERY Elite Status via Rotana Rewards Status Match

May 7, 2025 by Ajay 3 Comments

Rotana Rewards is currently offering a status match promotion, which might be your ticket to GHA Discovery’s top tier. Here is how.

Airports in North India shut on account of military action between May 7-10, 2025; Airlines cancel flights

May 7, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows a map of South Asia with numerous yellow airplane icons scattered across the region, indicating a high density of air traffic. The map includes parts of countries such as India, Pakistan, and surrounding areas. The airplane icons are spread over land and sea, suggesting active flight paths.

India has shut down its airports in north and west India which are close to the border with Pakistan. Here is how this is affecting flight operations.

IHG’s new Global Promotion: 2,000 points every 2 nights or 8,000 points every 4 nights. Signup now

May 7, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows a split view of a poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, set against a backdrop of mountains. Text on the left side reads "2K POINTS EVERY 2 NIGHTS," and on the right side, it reads "8K POINTS EVERY 4 NIGHTS."

IHG One has just announced its global promotion for Summer 2025. Here are the details and how to register.

Buy Amazon Gift Cards and Shopping Vouchers with HDFC Bank Cards without Convenience Fee

May 6, 2025 Updated on May 7, 2025 by Ajay 3 Comments

There is currently an opportunity using HDFC Bank Payzapp, to get the vouchers without a convenience fee. This is not available on the website, just the Payzapp app. Details inside.

American Express will halt transfers to Emirates Skywards temporarily

May 5, 2025 by Ajay 3 Comments

There will be a pause on the conversion of Membership Rewards points to Emirates Skywards miles at the end of May 2025. Here are the details, and why this is happening.

Best Cashback Credit Cards in India [2025]

May 4, 2025 by Ajay 2 Comments

Here is a list of some of India’s best cashback credit cards as per LiveFromALounge.com. Check it out to get started with cashback cards.

Deal: Buy JetBlue TrueBlue Points With Up To 125% Bonus (INR 1.21 / US 1.43 Cents) – useful for JAL redemptions

May 2, 2025 by Ajay 1 Comment

JetBlue’s TrueBlue programme is offering a 125% miles bonus on purchase of points. Here is why this is a very interesting option.

Qatar Airways Privilege Club offering a 30% Conversion Bonus (Accor and Fi Money participating)

May 2, 2025 by Ajay 2 Comments

Qatar Airways is offering a 30% bonus on the conversion of your ALL, Fi, Shangri-La and WoH credit card points into Qatar Airways Avios points. Here are the details.

A week on, Air India flights to the US continue to operate with a one-stop strategy

May 1, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

Air India is having to operate its European flights up to 2 hours longer and its US/Canada-bound flights up to 3-6 hours longer because of the closure of Pakistani airspace. Here are the details.