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Emirates Upgrades First Class Experience

May 14, 2025 by Ajay 3 Comments

The image shows an open magazine featuring an article about Dom Pérignon champagne. The left page has text and a scenic vineyard photo, while the right page displays a bottle of Dom Pérignon, a map of the Champagne wine region, and a black-and-white photo of a building. Nearby, there is a glass of white wine, a wine bottle, a white plate with a gold rim, and a small bouquet of pink flowers on a light-colored surface.

Emirates has been introducing new serviceware and incremental upgrades to its already fantastic First Class product over the past few weeks. Here are some details.

Promotion: Earn 1,000 Bonus Etihad Guest Miles With Hyatt Stays

May 11, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows a luxurious airplane cabin setting with two trays on a table. Each tray has a glass of drink, one with a clear beverage and the other with orange juice. There are also small bowls with dates and rolled white towels on the trays. A black bag is visible on the seat in the background, and a screen with Arabic text is mounted on the wall.

World of Hyatt and Etihad Guest are co-offering a new promotion, where you get 1000 Etihad Miles for every stay with a qualifying World of Hyatt stay.

6 great miles and points buying opportunities available in May 2025

May 10, 2025 by Ajay Leave A 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!

Emirates Skywards to offer First Class Redemptions only to Skywards Elite members as of May 12, 2025

May 10, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows a luxurious first-class airplane seat. The seat is spacious and upholstered in light gray leather, with a large pillow and a blanket placed on it. There is a wooden panel with a built-in touchscreen and a small compartment containing various amenities, such as bottled water and snacks. The area is well-lit, and there are two windows with wooden trim next to the seat.

Emirates has just changed its policy towards First Class awards. You need to be an Emirates Elite tier member here on to get access to first class redemptions.

Travelling to and from Mumbai Airport will get expensive May 16, 2025 onwards

May 9, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

an airport terminal with chairs and tables

Users of the Mumbai Airport (airlines and passengers) will incur a higher charge in the coming days. Effective May 16, 2025, there will be a higher charge imposed for arrival and departure from Mumbai.

IndiGo to wet lease an additional 2 787-9 aircraft from Norse Atlantic Airways

May 8, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows two airplanes in flight against a blue sky. The airplane on the left is branded with "IndiGo" and has a white and blue color scheme. The airplane on the right is branded with "Norse" and has a white body with blue accents. Both planes are shown in mid-air, with their landing gear retracted.

IndiGo has signed on for two more 787-9 aircraft in its fleet, which will be wet-leased from Norse Atlantic Airways, effective in 2026. This is the first step for them to fly long-haul to Europe and onwards.

Emirates clocks record $6.2 billion profit in 2024-25, becoming the most profitable airline in the world

May 8, 2025 by Ajay Leave A Comment

Dubai based Emirates today announced mega profits for the third year in a row. Here are the details of Emirates Airline, the group and other aviation entities based in Dubai.

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.

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.

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.