Mr Plane Guy Plane Blog,
Flight Reviews,
Airport Lounges
& Travel Hacks.

You Deserve a Reward, Not a Headache Let’s be honest. Collecting Avios is the fun part. Spending them? That’s where the stress kicks in. Trying to find British Airways reward flights on BA.com can feel like a full-time job: Searching date by date Cabin by cabin Route by route Watching seats appear… then disappear It’s slow. It’s frustrating and it’s why so many people sit on huge Avios balances they never use. That’s exactly why tools like Reward Flight Fin

British Airways has just confirmed some big news for frequent flyers: the bonus tier points offer first launched in December 2024 is now permanent. And the best bit? From 25 November 2025 you’ll earn these extra tier points automatically no more opting in. If you fly BA for work, or you’re planning a long-overdue holiday, these changes make it meaningfully easier to climb the British Airways Club tiers and unlock benefits like lounge access, priority security, extra baggage

The Smart Reality of Spending Avios after the Devaluation Avios isn’t “dead” but it has officially become a precision tool, not a blanket reward system. Smart Avios users will now: Target very specific routes Compare upgrade vs full redemption Use tools like Reward Flight Finder to avoid blind searching Spend Avios sooner, not later Because one rule always wins with airline currency:

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

Maximise Your Avios Points in 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Boosting Your Collection