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Qatar Airways Launches Privilege Club Pro
Qatar Airways has introduced a brand-new way for members of its Qatar Privilege Club to earn Avios faster and it’s called Privilege Club Pro.
This subscription service is aimed at frequent flyers and loyal customers who want to top up their Avios balance regularly while working towards tier upgrades in the Privilege Club. According to the airline, Privilege Club Pro is designed to “accelerate the path to rewards”, making it easier to plan for award flights, upgrades, and eve

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More Value From The Wine Flyer: Extra Avios and Great Deals
If you’re trying to boost your Avios balance without even stepping on a plane, you’re not short of options, but few are as easy (or as enjoyable) as earning Avios through The Wine Flyer.
The Wine Flyer is British Airways’ dedicated wine shop, delivering a wide range of well-priced, good-quality wines straight to your door and rewarding you with Avios every time you order. Whether you’re stocking up for a party, topping up your wine rack, or even planning ahead for Christm

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Jack’s Flight Club Summer Sale: 3 Months of Premium Flight Alerts for Just £1
I love it because it takes all the legwork out of finding deals and because the team genuinely seems to care about curating quality offers rather than just flooding you with noise. You don’t get spammed, you can cancel anytime, and you can even set your preferred departure airports so you’re not tempted by deals from Timbuktu (unless that’s your thing, of course).

Mr Plane Guy


How I Went from Zero Avios to a Qatar Airways Business Class Upgrade in Just 3 Months
If you've ever dreamed of flying in style but thought business class was out of reach, I'm here to tell you that it's possible and you don’t need to spend a fortune to do it! In just three months, I went from zero Avios to securing a business class upgrade on Qatar Airways. Even better? My entire flight from Dublin to Beijing only cost me £300, £200 less than flying from London! Here’s how I made it happen, and how you can too.

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Etihad Sale: High-Season Flights to the Maldives from Just £500 Return (Yes, Really)
If you’ve ever fancied swanning off to the Maldives like you’ve just won Love Island but without the ITV cameras, this might just be your chance. Etihad Airways who I once reviewed flying their fabulous A380 and A350 right here have dropped a cheeky little fare from London to Male for as low as £498 return.
Yes, you read that right. That’s not even enough to fill up your car 12 times these days.

Mr Plane Guy


The Best Lounge at Gatwick? I Visited Them All So You Don’t Have To
If you’ve ever flown through London Gatwick, you’ll know it’s… busy. Gatwick is the UK’s second-busiest airport, and while it’s efficient, it’s not exactly known for its zen vibes. That’s where airport lounges come in, Why fight for a seat at the gate, with screaming hen and stag parties when you could be relaxing in a quiet lounge instead?

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How to Earn 14 Avios Per £1 With Harrods, My Weekly Avios Bonus Tip
If you collect Avios, you already know how valuable they can be for saving money or upgrading your travel. But you don’t always have to fly to earn them.
This week’s Avios bonus tip is a clever one. Right now you can earn up to 14 Avios per £1 spent when you shop online at Harrods.
That’s more than double the usual rate and a brilliant opportunity to treat yourself or someone else to something special while boosting your Avios balance.
Here’s how it works, how much you cou

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How to Earn Up to 10,000 Bonus Avios with British Airways Holidays This Summer
If you collect Avios (and you should, they’re one of the best ways to save money or upgrade your travel), here’s a new offer you don’t want to miss.
This summer, British Airways Holidays is giving Executive Club members up to 10,000 bonus Avios when you book a package holiday to Europe. That’s on top of the Avios you’d usually earn on flights and your spend.
Here’s how it works, how many Avios you can earn, and why this is a great way to boost your balance if you’re plannin

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Virgin Atlantic Upper Class 2025 and Beyond! Free WiFi, Dreamliner Comfort, Lounges and the Future of Flying in Style
I’ve flown Upper Class on the 787 Dreamliner and lounged at both Heathrow and LAX and every time, it feels just a bit different from its rivals. But Virgin isn’t standing still.
With free WiFi rolling out across the fleet, an AI-powered concierge service on the horizon, and even changes to the Flying Club loyalty programme promised, Virgin Atlantic is putting its own spin on what the future of premium travel looks like.

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Manchester Airport: The Worst in the UK for Flight Delays, Here’s What You Can Do
Manchester Airport has just been named one of the worst in the UK for flight delays. If you’ve ever stood in a long departure queue, checking your watch and wondering why nothing’s moving, you’re not alone. As someone who used to work as a flight delay controller at a major London airport, I’ve seen it all: late arrivals, crew issues, overbooked flights, aircraft swaps, you name it. My job was to stop delays from snowballing and get planes off the ground, even when the odds w

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How to Get the Cheapest Flights in 2025: Insider Secrets from a Frequent Flyer
Let’s be real: cheap flights aren’t magic – they’re strategy.
Hi, I’m Paul aka Mr Plane Guy – travel blogger, airline reviewer, and seasoned flyer with over 100 airport lounges under my belt. I’ve flown on everything from £9.99 Ryanair hops to long-haul biz class bargains, and I’m here to help you get the best bang for your buck when it comes to airfare.
Whether you’re planning a dream trip to Japan or a cheeky city break in Seville, this is your full, no-nonsense guide to

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How I Earned 30,000 Hilton Points with a Travel Debit Card
Why the Time to Act is Now (Offer Ends 14 August 2025)
This isn’t a forever kind of deal. Until 14 August 2025, you can:
Get the card for £30 instead of £60 (standard Hilton Honors version)
Triple your welcome bonus on the Plus version (from 10,000 to 30,000 points)
After that, it’s back to standard offers. If you're even thinking about it, now's the time.

Mr Plane Guy


At Last! Ryanair Bag Size Allowance Is Getting Bigger This Summer
At last, some genuinely good news for travellers and yes, it’s from Ryanair.
If you’ve flown with Ryanair in the past few years, you’ll know that their baggage policy has been… let’s say, minimal and strict. The infamous “free personal bag” that you squeeze under the seat has been getting smaller and smaller, while add-ons like Priority Boarding (to bring a second, larger cabin bag) keep creeping up in price.

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What is Opodo Prime? A Full Breakdown of This Travel Subscription Service
If you’ve been casually browsing for flights lately, you might’ve stumbled across something called Opodo Prime and wondered what it’s all about. Is it worth the hype? How much can you really save? And most importantly, is it right for your travel style? Let’s dive in and unpack everything you need to know about this flight subscription service, so you can decide if it’s your new travel hack or just another monthly expense.

Mr Plane Guy


Straight to the Pad Thai: Norse’s New Direct Manchester to Bangkok Flights
If you’ve ever tried to book a flight from Manchester to Bangkok before, you’ll know the drill: a cheeky connection through Dubai, Doha or Istanbul, a hefty layover, and at least 14-16 hours of your life gone before you even see a mango sticky rice. Well… good news, Northern jetsetters: Norse Atlantic Airways has just made your Thai dreams a whole lot easier and cheaper.

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Escape Airport Lounge Opens at Edinburgh Airport
There’s a new lounge in town – or more accurately, in the terminal.
Escape Lounges has just opened their first Scottish location at Edinburgh Airport, and if you’re on the hunt for somewhere quiet to sit, snack, and sip before your flight, this might be one to check out.

Mr Plane Guy


The Best Lounges at Heathrow – Ranked from Champagne to Chaos
Let’s be honest – Heathrow is one of those airports that can go from smooth sailing to “why is there a 45-minute queue for Pret?” in the blink of an eye. But there’s a silver lining: get yourself into a decent lounge and suddenly things feel much calmer (and tastier).
I’ve been in and out of Heathrow more times than I care to count, and I've visited most of the Priority Pass-accessible lounges – some great, some just... there. Here’s how I rank them, based on my real visits

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TUI Announces Direct Cancun Flights from Belfast
TUI is back with another long haul beauty for Northern Ireland travellers – a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Cancun is set to launch just in time for Easter 2026. If you’re dreaming of tacos on the beach, all-inclusive mojitos, and a proper sunshine recharge, this one’s for you.

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New Airport Lounges Opening in 2025
One of the biggest transformations slated for 2025 is the overhaul of Heathrow Terminal 3’s independent lounges. The comprehensive upgrade promises an exciting shift for travelers using services like Priority Pass or DragonPass as well as premium passengers flying with airlines lacking dedicated lounges.

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DragonPass UK vs Priority Pass: Which Lounge Pass Is Worth Your Pre-Flight Bubbles?
DragonPass is a global airport lounge access programme that promises entry to over 1,300 lounges worldwide, including some right here in the UK. It’s often bundled with premium bank accounts or credit cards – think Barclays Avios Rewards or the Revolut Ultra plan.
You download the DragonPass app, show your membership at the lounge desk, and – theoretically – in you go.

Mr Plane Guy
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