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People complain quite a lot about the lack of space in an economy class cabin. Squashed together in six across seating on board an Airbus A320 or Boeing 737 is the travel standard for most of us. Did you know one airline actually tried seven seats acro…

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Very quietly, Royal Air Maroc join the oneworld alliance. The usual fanfare around this is completely absent as the airline suspended operations from 21 March 2020. Once the Government of Morocco lifts its ban, the airline will fly again. In another su…

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Covid19 has already disrupted travel like never before. However, research tell us how loyalty programs are evolving. Here’s how they’re all se to change…
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The Airbus A320-100 is a short to medium range twin jet, first flying on 22 February 1987. Featuring a two crew cockpit, fly-by-wire controls and sophisticated on board computers, it was considered a technological marvel when it arrived. Powered by two…

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The week had some good news, amex relaxed some of their restrictions, as hotels and airlines struggled to keep their doors open. That and more…
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PYCR’s weekly review for April 5, 2020
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The first flight review I ever wrote has the title “Avalon Hell! – Jetstar Experience – SYD-AVV-SYD”. I have reproduced it below, exactly as published on 7 June 2004, the day after the return flight. There are no pictures becaus…

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Quite a month, wasn’t it? The month started by worrying about anAmex shutdown, but the month has ended on a much different note. Here’s a recap…
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Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!
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The big question on many minds is whether miles & points should be converted to cash. Here’s a handy guide to help you decide.
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The Chase Freedom Student Card is an excellent first credit card for students who want to travel and earn Ultimate Rewards Points!
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American Express is extending the sign-up bonus spending periods for certain new cardholders. Click here to learn more about this wonderful opportunity…
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With travel patterns disrupted, airlines are doing various things to help out loyal frequent flyers. British Airways reduced the threshold required to maintain status for some people and now fellow IAG stablemate Aer Lingus is offering bonus tier point…

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Given the current scenario, meeting minimum spend requirements can get tricky. It’s great to see Amex’s customer friendly move by offering additional time!
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The Chase Sapphire Reserve is offering a $100 annual fee credit because of the Coronavirus pandemic! Click here for details about this offer…
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2020 is an excellent time to downgrade your premium credit card given the strange times we are living in. Click here to learn why you should downgrade.
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We’re seeing some signs, given the way certain airlines and hotels are treating customers in this time of crisis. Which companies will thrive post Covid19?
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There are certain circumstances in which you should not downgrade your premium credit card, despite conventional wisdom saying otherwise…
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PYCR’s weekly review for March 29, 2020
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