The UK Airport VAT fiddle – part 2
I wrote earlier in the week about how some airport retailers were not passing on the sales tax (VAT) that they recover for purchases…
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Are you revolting ? Against VAT fiddle at UK Airports that is!
Rumour has it – or rather the UK press are reporting – that passengers have got annoyed showing their boarding passes at UK airport when they shop airside. Why? Well it seems that some retailers are pocketing the refund of sales tax (VAT) which results from customers who are going abroad. Foul!
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Summer Landing at Heathrow
Ever take the window? Ever look out? Sometimes the beauty of the city below reminds us why we travel. A summer landing at Heathrow did this for me recently.
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Heathow Rewards Premium members get fast internet at the airport
Heathrow operates a scheme where you can earn points for shopping. One of the benefits is that if you spend £500 in a calendar…
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It’s Heathrow!
The BBC is reporting this morning that the independent commission in to UK airports is likely to recommend an extra runway at Heathrow.
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Environmental groups in the UK propose new ‘frequent flyer’ tax.
A new proposal looks to solve the lack of capacity in aviation in the south of England by increasing taxes on a sliding scale based on the number of trips taken.
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Double Heathrow Rewards when you dine – 4 to 31 May
The rules are below, and there is no need to register. Double points when you dine Double points when you spend £15 or more…
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AA’s 777-300 – my favourite way to cross the atlantic
A trip from London to JFK, despite a poor start at Heathrow turned in to a great experience. The new seat on the 777-300 aircraft, coupled with some decent food, has made AA’s service (on this plane only) my favourite way to get to New York.
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Travelling through Heathrow Terminal 2 and Star Alliance Gold? Some offers….
These offers are valid until 31st May and require you to present your Star Alliance Gold Card. The most attractive offer is the…
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Heathrow Terminal moves – Summer 2015
In the continuing attempt to empty T1 of flights pending redevelopment, BA shunts its last remaining flights to T5 and displaces some shorthaul to…
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Plaza Premium Lounge at Heathrow Terminal 2 offer
Plaza Premium Lounge is offering Heathrow Rewards members a complete lounge experience at Terminal 2 with a complimentary 1 hour use of the Arrivals…
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The homeless at Heathrow
The Daily Mail has an interesting story about a couple who are living at Heathrow’s Terminal 2 5 days a week having lost their…
