As a United 1K flyer I was asked to a Reception to mark the completion of the new United lounges at Heathrow Terminal 2. A totally new experience for Europe, the lounge is bright, airy and comfortable. A triumph in my view, and I cannot wait to get to use it in earnest.
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Some initial views of Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport
I was lucky enough to be able to visit the new Terminal 2 at Heathrow last night, as a guest of United Airlines. In order to attend the reception held in the new United Club we had to go through the typical journey of a passenger, once the terminal opens on 4 June 2014. I’ll…
Heathrow proposes congestion charge to pay for new runway
In what must be one of the strangest moves by the operator of an airport I have ever seen, Heathrow has proposed to make it more expensive to drop off and collect passengers. Whilst the money raised is not destined to directly used to pay for the tarmac, it is destined to pay for transport…
Heathrow Terminal 2 moves, and USAirways to T3
Heathrow Airport have confirmed the dates of moves associated with T2 opening and the AA/US merger. Airlines moving to Terminal 2 4 June – United 18 June – Air Canada, Air China, ANA 2 July – Asiana, EVA Air, Thai and Turkish 9 July – Aer Lingus 23 July – Aegean 10 Sept – SAS,…
UA Auction – Chance to Win a visit to Heathrow’s new Terminal 2
A chance to win a visit to Heathrow’s new Terminal 2 using United Miles from the USA for 2
Heathrow bosses warn – Be ready for problems at T2
Perhaps in an attempt to lower expectations, the BBC is reporting that the Development Director of Heathrow Airport is saying: “The chance of a completely smooth opening for any airport terminal in the world is low. “We can never assume we can have a perfect opening.” Well that’s a relief then! BBC report is here.…
Up to Quadruple Heathrow Rewards points on Apple products at Heathow.
If you are planning to buy any Apple branded products and passing through Heathrow, Dixons are offering lots of bonus points depending on your spend, during March. £300-£499.99 earns double points £500-£999.99 earns triple points £1000 earns quadruple points You can use the points for shopping vouchers – 500 points = £5 shopping voucher for…
British Airways, London to Berlin
I arrived at Terminal 5 fairly early and used the North Security Checkpoint, entering through the Fast Track line. It took right to the far end of the security lines, and there were 10-15 people in line for the single machine working. I was able, with another passenger, to slip under a barrier to a…
At last! Hyatt Place coming to London Heathrow
Last week Hyatt issued a Press Release indicating that they are planning a Hyatt Place property close to Heathrow Airport. Due to open in Spring 2015, it joins the newly opened Hyatt Place at Schipol and the planned Hyatt Place Zurich Airport for the Hyatt Place brand in Europe. The release indicates that it is…
Visiting London part 1 – Airports
London is served by a number of main airports and several other airports which (confusingly) brand themselves as ‘London ….’. Main Airports – Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and London City The main international airport that services London is Heathrow Airport. Located to the west of the city, it provides connections to many domestic, European and International…
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