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London Heathrow in 2025: Four New Airlines Join the Battle for Slots
London Heathrow is many things: a global hub, a frequent flyer’s second home, and for most of us, a place where you spend half your time staring at the Heathrow departures board wondering why your gate still says “TBA.” But above all, it’s one of the most busiest airports in the world. Slots here aren’t just valuable, they’re gold dust. Airlines fight tooth and nail to get a piece of the Heathrow action, and in 2025, four new contenders are lining up to do exactly that: Air P

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Get a Free Cinema Ticket or Flights with Virgin Red
Virgin Red are back with another cracking referral offer, and this one’s honestly too good not to share. If you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 2,000 Virgin Points once you earn your first points which is more than enough for a cinema ticket, or to kick-start saving for flights, train travel, hotel stays, or a weekend away.
All thanks to yours truly.

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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).

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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.

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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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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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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.

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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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Win Free Flights to Japan from the UK with Jack’s Flight Club!
If Japan is high on your travel wish list (and let’s face it why wouldn’t it be?), here’s some exciting news: Jack’s Flight Club are currently giving away TWO free round-trip flights to Japan!

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BER Lounge Tegel Review 2025: A Not-So-Relaxing Retreat at Berlin Brandenburg Airport
If you're planning a trip through Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) in 2025 and considering a visit to the BER Lounge Tegel, you might want to read this first. As someone who appreciates a good airport lounge, I had high hopes for this one. Unfortunately, my experience left much to be desired.

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easyJet Plus Card Review 2025: Is It Worth £249 for Frequent Flyers?
Let’s not pretend. easyJet has been the chaotic neutral of the skies for years now. Sometimes they’re brilliant – like that one time I got from Gatwick to Milan for £17 and they didn’t even charge me to breathe onboard. Sometimes they’re less than brilliant – like that other time when my “priority boarding” line was longer than the queue for Wimbledon tickets.

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Flight Review: British Airways Euroflyer from London Gatwick to Ibiza
Embarking on a journey from London Gatwick to the sun-kissed shores of Ibiza aboard British Airways Euroflyer, I found myself amidst a blend of budget-friendly travel and the classic BA charm. Here's an in-depth look at my experience on flight BA2682.

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Flying easyJet Soon? Avoid Packing These 3 Items in Your Hand Luggage
Flying easyJet Soon? Avoid Packing These 3 Items in Your Hand Luggage

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Scoot Doubles Down on Sydney: Twice-Daily Dreamliner Flights Begin October 2025
Big news for Aussie travellers and Singapore stopover fans: From 5 October 2025, low-cost carrier Scoot will boost its Sydney–Singapore route to double daily flights, up from the current ten services per week. This expansion means more flexibility, more availability, and more chances to escape to Asia on a budget (well, sort of).

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Manchester Airport Expansion: What You Need to Know
Manchester Airport is on the move again! While work is wrapping up on the shiny new Terminal 2, the airport is already gearing up to give Terminal 3 a serious glow-up. Plus, with Terminal 1 on its way out, there are some exciting changes coming to Manchester's favourite travel hub.

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Etihad Review: Flying the A380 and A350 In Economy
If you're considering Etihad flights for your next adventure, especially on their stunning Etihad A350 or iconic Etihad A380 , you're in the right place.In this post, I’m sharing my full experience flying from Singapore to Abu Dhabi (SIN-AUH) on the A380, then onward to Milan (AUH-MXP) on Etihad’s brand-new A350.Here’s everything you need to know before you book.

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Review of Scoot 787 Sydney to Singapore: Low Cost in Name, Premium in Price
Scoot. Scoot Air. Scoot Airlines. FlyScoot. Fly Scoot. However you phrase it, the name suggests zippy, efficient, fun, and most importantly budget-friendly travel. But after my recent experience flying Scoot from Sydney to Singapore on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner in ScootPlus, I’m left wondering... is this airline really a budget carrier?

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Where Does British Airways Fly from London Gatwick?
British Airways continues to expand its operations at Gatwick Airport, bringing travellers a range of both long-haul and short-haul destinations. Whether you're flying to a tropical getaway or a European city break, British Airways offers a convenient departure from Gatwick’s South Terminal.

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IndiGo Airlines Secures Manchester Airport Slots
Manchester Airport is set to welcome more direct flights from India as IndiGo Airlines, India’s largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has successf

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