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There are airport hotels… and then there is the TWA Hotel. Honestly, calling this place an “airport hotel” almost feels unfair. This is part aviation museum, part retro time capsule, part luxury New York stopover and somehow also one of the coolest hotels I have ever stayed in. I booked a day room before my JetBlue Airways flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport and within about 10 minutes I realised I had made a huge mistake… I should have stayed longer. Becau

’ve reviewed a LOT of airport lounges over the years. Luxury lounges. Airline lounges. Tiny regional lounges. Priority Pass lounges all over Europe. Some brilliant. Some forgettable. But the No1 Lounges at Birmingham Airport may genuinely be one of the most stressful airport lounge experiences I’ve ever had. And honestly? The lounge wasn’t even the worst part.

There’s one HUGE reason people book the Yotel Gatwick hotel: Convenience. The hotel is literally inside Gatwick South Terminal arrivals. No shuttle buses. No dragging luggage through the rain. No panicking about missing a 5am flight. You walk out of arrivals… and you’re basically there. Sounds perfect, right? Well… after finally staying here myself? Honestly, I’m still not entirely convinced the convenience outweighs the claustrophobia.

Dublin Airport can be absolute chaos. Crowded gate areas, nowhere to sit, expensive food, endless construction works, passengers charging phones on the floor and that strange feeling that the airport has somehow been under renovation since about 2021. Sound familiar?

If airport hotels usually make you think of beige walls, sad carpets and a £19 microwave lasagne… the Crowne Plaza Liverpool John Lennon Airport is a bit different. This hotel has actual character. Built into the old airport terminal near Liverpool John Lennon Airport, the hotel leans heavily into its aviation history with proper Art Deco styling throughout. It is not quite the full-blown aviation spectacle of the TWA Hotel in New York… but for UK aviation geeks, it absolut

Plane Honest truth: this hotel is now showing its age quite badly in places. The location is excellent.The convenience is unbeatable. The hotel itself? It feels overdue for a refresh. If you care more about an easy airport stay than luxury, it still works well. Just don’t expect a modern Hilton experience.

Some free drinks. Some questionable buffet food. A slightly quieter place to sit before your flight. But the Aspire Lounge Liverpool Airport Luxe experience genuinely surprised me. In fact? I honestly didn’t want to leave. For roughly £10 extra over the standard lounge, you get:

If you’ve ever sat at a packed departure gate at 5am desperately hunting for a plug socket while balancing an overpriced airport breakfast and listening to gate announcements every 30 seconds, this news from Birmingham Airport might genuinely improve your next holiday. Birmingham Airport is getting a huge airport lounge upgrade for Summer 2026 and after recently trying Aspire’s new LUXE concept for myself at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, I can honestly say this could comple

Quick Answer: Is Priority Pass Just for Lounges? Short answer? No. While most people think of Priority Pass as an airport lounge pass, it actually includes a range of extra perks, from airport dining credits to spa access, that can make your travel experience much smoother (and cheaper).

Flying with easyJet in 2026? Getting your cabin bag size wrong is one of the fastest ways to get hit with unexpected fees at the airport. The rules are simple… but they are strictly enforced. This guide gives you: The exact easyJet cabin bag size What you’re actually allowed to bring How strict they really are And how to avoid paying at the gate

If you’re flying from Gatwick North Terminal, the Hampton by Hilton is easily one of the most convenient and best-value airport hotels you can book. ✅ Direct terminal access (no shuttle needed) ✅ Breakfast from 4am (continental) + full hot breakfast from 6am ✅ Hilton Honors perks (huge upside with status) ✅ Ideal for early departures

Let’s be honest, if you’re staying here, you’re not coming for a culinary experience… and that’s exactly how it feels. There is a full restaurant on-site, plus a Costa Coffee, a bar, vending machines, and even an internal roof terrace. On paper, that sounds decent. In reality, it’s a bit of a mixed bag.

There’s a brand new premium lounge landing at Manchester Airport Terminal 2 and it’s aiming to completely upgrade the usual Escape Lounge experience. It’s called: The Executive by Escape Lounges And on paper, it sounds impressive: Better food Premium drinks More refined space

So… “Wey aye” easyJet has gone full Geordie. They’ve just opened a brand new base at Newcastle Airport and it’s not small. We’re talking: 22 routes 86 flights a week 800,000+ seats this summer Basically… Newcastle just levelled up. More flights. More sunshine routes. More cheap fares. But here’s the Plane Honest truth no one tells you

Why This Card Is Different (And Why It Matters) Most travel cards help you avoid fees abroad. This one does that… but also helps you: Earn Hilton points on everyday spending Unlock elite hotel status And now, even earn elite nights without staying in hotels And the best part? 👉 You don’t need a credit card 👉 You don’t need to preload money It simply links to your existing UK bank account and works like your normal debit card, just far more rewarding.

Let’s be honest. Finding cheap flights used to be simple. Now? You’re checking Skyscanner, Google Flights, airline sites… refreshing tabs like it’s a full-time job. Prices change constantly. Deals disappear in minutes. And half the time, you’re not even sure if you’ve found a good deal. It’s exhausting.

This is… interesting. In a move that feels very “budget airline villain origin story”, easyJet has launched a targeted offer aimed directly at British Airways Executive Club members. If you hold BA Bronze, Silver or Gold status, you can now get: 51% off easyJet Plus membership Dropping the price from £249 → £122 Under the campaign: “No more tiers anymore”

Flying from Manchester Airport soon? Then you have two choices before your flight. You can sit by the gate guarding a £6 coffee while desperately searching for a plug socket… Or you can step into an airport lounge and start your trip properly. Manchester Airport currently has several airport lounges across its two active terminals.

Aruba is the kind of destination travellers often save for special occasions. Honeymoons, anniversary celebrations, milestone birthdays, or simply a long-awaited escape to Caribbean sunshine. But airports are rarely the most relaxing part of the journey. At Queen Beatrix International Airport, travellers can book VIP airport assistance services designed to make the airport experience far smoother, whether arriving on the island or departing at the end of their holiday./Vaca

There’s something wonderfully British about easyJet. We complain about the bag fees, the boarding scrum, and the orange boarding passes and then we book it again next month because, frankly, £29 to Spain is hard to beat. But if you know the system, you can skip the chaos completely. easyJet’s Plus membership, boarding process, and baggage options are confusing at first glance, but once you understand how they work, you can travel cheaper, faster, and with fewer “gate bag” d