I was pleasantly surprised by the Plaza Premium Lounge at YVR when I was there last April ahead of QF76. The food was fresh and plentiful, including great wonton noodle soup. It is nice and quiet if you can get a seat away from the main walkway. Not quite the level of Cathay Pacific lounges, but ...

I am booked to travel with Qantas on QF864 from Sydney to the Gold Coast. I have noticed that my baggage allowance is showing as 1x0KG. I have not seen this before and thought that all Qantas fares included baggage. Any advice on what to do?

Qantas only has seasonal flights into Vancouver as that is when it is profitable for them to send a 747 out on the route. Once they have cheaper 787s they will likely go Year round

Does anyone know what airline is best to use travelling in Russia? I have to go between Moscow and Sochi for a meeting and don’t know whether to choose Aerfoflot or S7?

Originally Posted by jianga Originally Posted by Himeno Which conference and who said this?6 odd years ago, they used to run 2 A330s on SIN-PER. one day, one night. Though, one has to wonder where they would get another A330 from to do another MEL-SIN. They already have to use them for 14 route...

Supposedly the 787 wouldn't be able to make PER-LHR if the plane had wifi. The small satellite bump reduces the efficiency of the plane and increase fuel consumption.

They occasionally bring around "special dishes" to the seating areas - I have seen hot chips, pulled pork sliders and buffalo wings. There is a buffet which includes salads, deli items, soups, and other items depending on the time of day - pancakes at breakfast, curries at lunch and dinner. There...

I am flying ANA to Japan in January, I am wondering where it is worth getting an ANA frequent flyer membership, one from a differnet *A member or not bother. I usually fly QF but would consider other airlines if it means points.

I know that VH-YIG has wifi but have any other planes had it installed? I know they want to do the whole fleet by 2019 so some more must have it by now.

Definite No for the 787s, will only be on LAX-MEL-PER-LHR vv. Likely could be a newer 747 though, with the oldest leaving the fleet by that point.

The best in terms of quality will be a flight with Qantas on the A330 as it has an international style configuration and will offer better seats and food, particularly in business class. (Check for the aircraft when booking) Virgin and Qantas 737 are both on par with ok food and wifi streamed ent...

Originally Posted by Joe : The Airbus A350ULR would definitely represent a superior passenger offering despite advanced 787/778 technology. The A350ULR is a few notches in front in most categories. Wonder how many A350ULR's 8, cancelled, A380's would buy? Based on market list prices in USD (whi...

The 747 is still operating it's usual routes, sans YVR as its only seasonal. The 787 starts MEL-LAX flights in time for a 747 to be freed up for YVR flights in December.

You will find that nearly everywhere accepts both Visa and MasterCard, surcharge free. AMEX and Diners are accepted in most major stores and in tourist locations, however usually attract a 1.5-2.5% surcharge. Most ATMs will charge a exchange fee and ATM fee. It is worth checking if your US bank h...

It usually works for me on Domestic Flights 99% of the time with both Qantas and Virgin. International is very hot or miss though. Literally first bag off both ways flying SYD-SIN, SYD-YVR and SYD-PVG but towards the middle to back on my flights to LAX, JFK and DFW. I find the orange flag opposed...