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KLM A321 Business Class Berlin to Amsterdam Review - BoardingGroup.One KLM A321 Business Class

We tried KLM’s A321 European business class product on flight home from a short workation, routing via Amsterdam - did the newer aircraft deliver an upgraded experience?

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Our Review Of Air France - KLM Flying Blue - BoardingGroup.One In this Air France - KLM Flying Blue review, we’ll break down how the scheme works, how to earn elite status faster, and get the most bang for your miles.

Air France & KLMs loyalty scheme - Flying Blue - has launched a status match that’s especially valuable for BA silver members. Here’s our review of the programme and the key facts on the status match.

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BA upgrade vs companion voucher, which is best? - BoardingGroup.One There are two vouchers that dominate the UK Avios redemptions. So, which wins if we pit the BA Cabin Upgrade Voucher vs the Companion Voucher?

Which is best: the BA Cabin Upgrade or Companion Voucher?
There are two vouchers that dominate the UK Avios redemptions, and most confusion starts when people assume they are interchangeable. They aren’t.

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Our Review of LATAM Pass - BoardingGroup.One This LATAM Pass review looks at a loyalty programme that rewards commitment to a single airline rather than alliance hopping.

This LATAM Pass review looks at a programme that feels slightly misunderstood from a European perspective, yet quietly makes a lot of sense if South America sits anywhere near your travel map

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British Airways A320 Club Europe London to Lisbon Review - BoardingGroup.One This early morning British Airways Club Europe run to Lisbon played out on a slightly worn, 11-year-old A320 aircraft.

British Airways might sit on shiny new aircraft elsewhere in the fleet, but this early morning Club Europe run to Lisbon played out on a slightly worn, 11-year-old A320. Did I get a hot breakfast or a cold plate of fruit?

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Is British Airways loyalty worth it? Here's what 550 BA Club members told us... - BoardingGroup.One Is British Airways loyalty worth it after the Tier Point changes? Frequent flyers share how it's influencing who they choose to fly with.

We ran a poll among nearly 550 BA Gold and Gold Guest List members, offering a rare snapshot of how some of BA’s most loyal customers are responding to The BA Club programme changes.

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Has the Real Cost of Business Class Gone Up or Down? - BoardingGroup.One A data-led look at the real cost of business class, comparing London–New York and Hong Kong fares over 30 years - who really pays more?

In 3 decades, business class has transformed from a slightly fancy economy seat with a cloth headrest cover into a flying hotel room. Has the real cost of seats kept pace with that change, or leapt into a different price bracket altogether?

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LATAM 787 Business Class Lisbon to Sao Paulo Review - BoardingGroup.One LATAM 787 Business Class reviewed, from boarding and the seat to food, wine and what to avoid when choosing your seat.

The draw of winter sun and a well-priced fare from Lisbon to São Paulo felt like the perfect chance for me to try the LATAM 787 Premium Business Class product:

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BA Soft Landing Rules: What We’re Seeing in the Real World - BoardingGroup.One Since the overhaul of the BA Club programme, what exactly are the BA soft landing rules under the new system?

British Airways’ recent overhaul of the BA Club programme created plenty of speculation. So, what exactly are the BA soft landing rules under the new system?

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Chateau du Palanquey & Spa Review - BoardingGroup.One Chateau du Palanquey & Spa sits in the heart of Bordeaux wine country, wrapped by vineyards and quiet country roads.

Very few places put you in such beautiful countryside while still being able to walk to several high calibre vineyards - Chateau du Palanquey & Spa sits in the beating heart of Bordeaux wine country

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The View Lounge Brussels Airport Review - BoardingGroup.One The View Lounge Brussels Airport was opened in mid-2024, replacing a dated lounge with a far more modern & well-equipped space.

With its floor-to-ceiling windows, new shower suites, and a few clever design details, The View Lounge at Brussels Airport already caught the attention of frequent flyers. Here’s what I found during my visit

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Is The British Airways Club Tier Points System Too Clever For Its Own Good? - BoardingGroup.One British Airways has announced that the tier points cabin bonus for The Club is here to stay - even though it has little to do with spend.

BA has announced that the tier point cabin bonus is here to stay – even though it has little to do with spend. BA wanted a revenue-based scheme. Then BA built several ways to bypass it when the data requires a gentle nudge…

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American Airlines Lounge São Paulo Guarulhos Review - BoardingGroup.One American Airlines Lounge São Paulo Guarulhos Review

I stopped by the American Airlines Lounge São Paulo before an evening departure – read on to see how it measured up.

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Our Review Of TAP Miles&Go - BoardingGroup.One This TAP Miles&Go review walks through how the programme works, how quickly you earn miles and status

Our TAP Miles&Go review walks through how the programme works, how quickly you earn miles and status, and whether it deserves a place in your travel strategy.

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TripAdvisor quietly shuts down SeatGuru after years of neglect - BoardingGroup.One TripAdvisor quietly shuts down SeatGuru after years of neglect

SeatGuru is gone ☹️ For two decades, it was the bible for frequent flyers trying to dodge misaligned windows, and seats beside a toilet. After years of neglect, TripAdvisor has closed SeatGuru, ending one of the internet’s most beloved travel tools.

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30 Years, No Business Class: How easyJet Earned Passenger Respect - BoardingGroup.One easyJet, the airline that once sold £29 seats from Luton to Glasgow, is marking 30 years!

No business class. No caviar. No problem.

easyJet turns 30 this week – three decades since that first £29 hop from Luton to Glasgow. We look back at how they made Europe smaller (and a bit more orange) ✈️

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Can British Airways Ever Fix Its IT? The Answer Is No. - BoardingGroup.One Back in our earlier piece, we asked whether British Airways’ leadership could regain control of its IT. The question no longer stands. The answer is a resounding no. The delusional folk holed up in BA...

Disappointing: Since we wrote this piece, BA's customer technology issues have worsened. Now Android users are locked out, and all users (iOS/Android) face no expected improvements until next year.

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Aegean Miles+Bonus changes make Gold much harder - and a mysterious new Platinum tier - BoardingGroup.One Aegean has just announced sweeping changes to its Miles+Bonus programme, and they’re not the kind that make status-chasers smile.

If you’re a loyal Aegean flyer or one of the many Star Alliance travellers who’ve long used Miles+Bonus as a clever shortcut to elite status, brace yourself. Aegean has just announced sweeping changes to its Miles+Bonus programme:

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Bad Hotel Warning Signs: How to Spot a Dud Before and After You Arrive - BoardingGroup.One Knowing the bad hotel warning signs can save your sanity - and maybe your bank balance - before it’s too late.

Knowing the bad hotel warning signs can save your sanity – and maybe your bank balance – before it’s too late. Our mantra is that a bit of healthy scepticism saves a lot of hassle later

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What we thought would be a quick photo stop turned into a Sauternes wine tasting at Château de Rayne Vigneau and one of the unexpected highlights of our Bordeaux trip.

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How the Uber Avios Offer Could Earn You 100,000 Avios - BoardingGroup.One The Uber Avios offer runs from 15 September to 14 October 2025 and gives UK riders the chance to win 100,000 Avios each day.

Uber & British Airways have quietly launched a new promotion that’s worth a look for anyone collecting Avios. The Uber Avios offer gives UK riders the chance to win 100,000 Avios each day

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Our review of Etihad Guest - BoardingGroup.One In this Etihad Guest review, we’ll explore how you can earn and redeem miles efficiently, climb the ranks to elite status.

Is Etihad Guest one of the most rewarding non-alliance frequent flyer programmes?

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British Airways A320neo Business Class Berlin to London Review - BoardingGroup.One British Airways A320neo Business Class

My return leg from Berlin to London on British Airways A320neo business class, was a short hop that still managed to show off BA’s newest short-haul cabin

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Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge Heathrow Review - BoardingGroup.One The Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge Heathrow came with high expectations. Singapore Airlines carries a coveted 5-star Skytrax rating

The Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge Heathrow came with high expectations. Singapore Airlines carries a coveted 5-star Skytrax rating, so you naturally expect its ground game to match the excellence of its onboard service. Did it?

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British Airways quietly unveils a new Premium Economy seat - on LinkedIn! - BoardingGroup.One British Airways quietly revealed that the first Boeing 787-9 to undergo refurbishment has been fitted with an all-new premium economy seat

British Airways quietly debuts Recaro R4 premium seat on the 787-9. It’s not every day that a multi-billion-pound airline launches a new cabin product through a LinkedIn post. Yet that’s exactly what British Airways did…

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Qatar Airways 777 Business Class Kuala Lumpur to Doha Review - unique seat - BoardingGroup.One Ex-Virgin jet, Qatar Airways 777 business class review: non-Qsuite seat, solid sleep, mixed reviews on food.

Sometimes the flights you expect the least end up surprising you the most. Our QR Business Class trip from Kuala Lumpur to Doha was on an ex-Virgin Australia jet, still flying with its original cabins - a configuration we hadn’t tried on Qatar before.

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Aegean warns of Athens Airport Delays: ATC Dispute Leaves Passengers in the Dark - BoardingGroup.One The cut, imposed from 25 September, has already caused “considerable flight delays” for arriving & departing Aegean flights at Athens Airport

Athens International Airport has slashed its arrival capacity by 25%. The cut, imposed by air traffic control from 25 September, has already caused “considerable flight delays” for arriving & departing Aegean flights

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Sea Containers London Hotel Review - BoardingGroup.One Review of Sea Containers London – a stylish South Bank hotel with bold design, rooftop views, and standout bars and dining

Sea Containers London (previously known as the Mondrian) seemed like a hotel that knew exactly what it wanted to be. Bold, arty, and a little playful…

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SWISS A320 Business Class Zurich to Malaga Review - BoardingGroup.One Review of SWISS A320 Business Class from Zurich to Malaga. Smaller tray tables, limited entertainment, and real champagne - beats EasyJet over bank holiday weekend

Flying SWISS A320 Business Class felt like the classic short-haul European premium experience: efficient, predictable, and just about comfortable enough for the two-and-a-half-hour hop

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