BA Exec Club Status – Part 2 – Silver
Today I look at the first BA card of real value in terms of lounge access – BA Silver
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BA Exec Club Status – Part 1 – Blue and Bronze
Over the next few days I am looking at BA’s Executive Tiers – today Blue and Bronze, the bottom two levels.
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airberlin e Lufthansa, nuove rotte verso gli USA.
Airberlin is expanding its transatlantic offerings with new routes from Düsseldorf to Dallas, San Francisco, and Boston, targeting business travelers. Meanwhile, Lufthansa introduces flights to San José and Denver, enhancing connectivity to the West Coast. Both airlines utilize Airbus aircraft for these services.
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Commentary | News | Travel
14 October 2015 – BA is moving some long haul to Terminal 3
British Airways is shifting several long-haul destinations to Terminal 3 at Heathrow starting 14 October, redistributing flights between Terminals 3 and 5. Passengers traveling to cities like Miami and Cape Town may find the experience less favorable due to Terminal 3’s older facilities and limited lounge options.
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Airlines | Commentary | Travel
AA schedule changes again – and my 1 minute problem
The best laid plans can blow up when an airline makes even a modest schedule change. A trip in August (which I have had booked since November) imploded when a one minute shortfall in connecting times caused AA to drop the rest of my flights. Catching it in time, and having a plan about how I wanted it fixed, saved a lot of grief and a shed load of Tier Points.
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Airlines | Commentary | Travel
So my BA Exec Club year is nearly over….
An unusually busy travel year has led to a record number of Tier Points. Despite BA pinching 420 Tier Points off me already for next year, I should be in good shape for another good run.
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Hints BA is getting ready to recognise AA’s Business Extra scheme
British Airways is set to recognize American Airlines’ Business Extra scheme for US-based customers, following the discontinuation of its OnBusiness program. As of May 27, 2015, customers will be able to add their Business Extra numbers to BA bookings, marking a significant shift in loyalty program integration. This change aims to streamline the experience for travelers utilizing both airlines.
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Occasioni di Status Match per i frequent flyer.
Frequent flyers can benefit from Status Match opportunities, allowing them to retain their hard-earned privileges when flying with unfamiliar airlines or alliances. This post highlights three airlines, one from each major alliance, that are currently open to recognizing existing status, ensuring travelers can enjoy perks like priority boarding and extra baggage.
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Heathrow Terminal moves – Summer 2015
Heathrow Airport’s summer 2015 terminal moves involve British Airways relocating its remaining flights from Terminal 1 to Terminal 5, while some short-haul services shift to Terminal 3. The changes aim to optimize partner airline proximity, particularly with TAM’s integration into OneWorld.
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Dublin, the origin that keeps giving good premium cabin fares
Dublin continues to be a prime departure point for Europeans seeking affordable premium cabin fares to the USA. Recent sales offer competitive prices for various destinations, with booking deadlines approaching soon. Travelers can secure significant savings by planning ahead.
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BA changes OnBusiness to revenue based earning from 27 May 15
British Airways is shifting its OnBusiness program to a revenue-based earning model starting 27 May 2015. This change impacts how points are accrued, moving from fare class to ticket price, which may affect SMEs that rely on the program for travel cost offsets. Additionally, points will now expire after two years instead of three, altering the landscape for business travel rewards.
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Airlines | Commentary | News
BA Executive Club Changes – the Tier Points Changes
Changes to the BA Executive Club affect the earning of Tier Points, which determine elite status. Notably, the Tier Points for the London City to New York JFK flight will drop from 210 to 140 for tickets issued after April 28. Additionally, low fare tickets in specific classes will now earn reduced Tier Points, impacting travelers’ strategies for accumulating status.
