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Andaz stays count double for World of Hyatt status, 1 July – 31 August

July 1, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty 4 Comments

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Hyatt appears to be quietly running a promo for Andaz properties which means that stays between 1 July and 31 August (based on check-out) count double for earning World of Hyatt status. The page which references this offer is here. The T&C’s say: You must be a member of World of Hyatt to participate in…

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Posted in Andaz, Hyatt, World of Hyatt

As train fiasco continues, Thameslink and Great Northern let you sit in First Class at peak times only

July 1, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty

people with luggage in a terminal

I wrote a couple of weeks ago about the problems on some train lines in and through London. These have not been resolved and so National Rail has told the train operators to ‘declassify’ First Class during week day peak travel hours. This means that you can sit in a First Class seat with a…

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Posted in Gatwick, Gatwick Express

Amidst London train fiasco, flexibility on ticket usage to Gatwick

June 16, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty 1 Comment

a bridge with glass windows

For those unaware of the current position with many commuter lines north and south of London, a quick summary: Thameslink’s new routes to and from Brighton, Gatwick and places south of London were supposed to link with new services to towns and cities north of London The timetable has been introduced but poor planning means…

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Posted in Gatwick, Gatwick Express

Add your TSA Known Traveller to your BA Bookings

May 15, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty 1 Comment

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At last, BA is in PreCheck

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Posted in British Airways, British Airways, TSA

Uber in London, changes waiting times….and costs

March 12, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty 1 Comment

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Uber reduces free wait times and cancellation times, and increases cancellation fees.

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Posted in Uber

BA proactively cancelling flights for tomorrow

February 25, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty

BA747-400 LHR

BA is acting to try and harden its operations for tomorrow – when snow is forecast.

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Posted in British Airways, British Airways

Heathrow Express upgrades for Star Alliance Gold and BA Gold Guest List

January 15, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty 1 Comment

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Star Alliance Gold card holders and BA Gold Guest List members can secure upgrades on the Heathrow Express.

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Posted in Heathrow Express, Star Alliance

Earn 10,000 avios when you become a Veeve host by 28 Feb

January 14, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty

Earn 10,000 avios if you register to rent your home

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Posted in Veeve

AA new Flagship Lounge and Flagship First Dining

January 14, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty 2 Comments

a plate of food on a table

American has completed the refurb of their lounge at LAX, and have taken lounge eating to a new level.

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Posted in American Airlines, LAX

Frequent Traveller University comes to London – May 12-13

January 13, 2018 by MilesFromBlighty

a large tower with a clock on it

Frequent Traveller University is coming to London. Sign up for your change to expand your knowledge of miles and points.

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Posted in Frequent Traveller University

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