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.

We watched U2 perform in Dublin!!!

July 26, 2017 Updated on September 15, 2023 by Ajay Leave A Comment

U2 on stage at Croke Park under The Joshua Tree

We take a break from miles & points coverage to tell you about our adventures with U2, in Ireland of course!

Jet Airways offering 3x bonus miles through September 2017

July 24, 2017 Updated on December 6, 2023 by Ajay 5 Comments

Jet Airways and JetPrivilege are offering up to 3x bonus miles if you fly with them through September 2017. Here is how you could get those bonus JPMiles for your next free flight with them.

Flying from Delhi? You may be eligible for a huge refund

July 22, 2017 Updated on September 15, 2023 by Ajay 20 Comments

Flying from/to Delhi Airport in July 2017 or after? You are eligible for a refund of at least INR 250 if you booked your tickets prior to July 7, 2017. Check out how much are you eligible to get back and how to claim your refund.

6 Years of Lounging around!

July 21, 2017 Updated on December 6, 2023 by Ajay 11 Comments

a cake with airplanes flying out of the top

6 Years ago, Live From A Lounge was born. Today, we take stock of the journey we’ve made along the way…

Air India 787 Business Class to London: First Impressions in 10 Pictures

July 18, 2017 Updated on September 15, 2023 by Ajay 15 Comments

We flew Air India 787-8 to London yesterday in Business Class, and here are our first thoughts on Air India’s newest Business Class product and service. It is an A. Read on to find out why…

JetPrivilege cutting ties with Turkish, Lufthansa & 2 Star Alliance members

July 16, 2017 Updated on December 6, 2023 by Ajay 2 Comments

JetPrivilege continues to cut relationships with other foreign carriers, including 4 Star Alliance carriers which will be off its earn and burn roster by the end of this year. These include important carriers such as Lufthansa and Turkish. Here is all that you need to know.

HDFC Bank Diners Club will discontinue 2X Rewards on Dining & Shopping

July 15, 2017 Updated on December 6, 2023 by Ajay 34 Comments

HDFC Bank Diners Club cards will see two key feature changes as of August 2017 with respect to points earning and the value of the points. Have a look at how does this impact you.

I am still not convinced with Air India’s Vegetarian move

July 14, 2017 Updated on December 6, 2023 by Ajay 7 Comments

a group of people standing next to a plane

Air India went vegetarian on domestic flights a month ago to save a few crores. They also want to serve you free wifi on your flights courtesy the taxpayer money. I’m thoroughly confused if they want to save money or spend money? Do you have a clue?

Emirates tries to put Champagne back in the bottle?

July 14, 2017 Updated on December 6, 2023 by Ajay 7 Comments

Fly Emirates often? You need to see how their Champagne goes back to in the bottle for a later service.

Deal: Emirates & Etihad 10% off

July 13, 2017 Updated on September 15, 2023 by Ajay Leave A Comment

Emirates & Etihad have a discount on offer at up to 10% off under a new promotion. Travellers in all cabins stand to save money on this promotion. Here are the details…