Business Travel News Roundup
Catch up on the latest news and updates from the UK business travel and travel loyalty scene.
Top Travel News Stories
This week's business travel news is filled with updates from various airlines and hotel chains. One of the most significant announcements is that Revolut is set to launch its own airport lounges. This move is expected to provide travelers with a new option for lounge access.
Aer Lingus has accelerated its Starlink wi-fi roll-out, aiming to provide faster and more reliable internet connectivity to its passengers. Virgin Atlantic, on the other hand, has announced that it will be cancelling half of its Seoul flights over the winter. This decision is likely to impact business travelers who rely on these flights for their work.
The British Airways Edinburgh lounge has undergone a renovation, introducing a new snug area for passengers to relax. However, the re-opening of the British Airways lounge in Aberdeen has been delayed, with a new date set for 30th September.
This move is expected to bring a new level of luxury to the hotel chain. Meanwhile, Miles & More members can now spend their miles at Booking.com, providing more flexibility in how they use their rewards. United Airlines has introduced a status match program, allowing passengers to match their status to Star Alliance Gold with just one return flight.
Cathay Pacific has upgraded a second daily Heathrow flight, providing passengers with more options for travel. United Polaris Elevated has been added to more flights from Heathrow, offering passengers a higher level of comfort and service. Booking.com is offering £40 cashback to American Express cardholders, providing a discount on hotel bookings.
Qatar Airways has launched an aggressive business class sale, offering passengers discounted fares on select routes. Virgin Atlantic has also introduced a new sale, offering business class fares at a reduced price.
Reviews and Features The Head for
Points team has been busy reviewing new hotels and lounges. One of the latest reviews is of the Emirates lounge at Manchester Airport, which offers passengers a luxurious experience. The team has also reviewed the new luxury lounge at Manchester Airport, The Executive lounge, which is only available to business class passengers.
Rhys, a member of the Head for Points team, has also stayed at the Dakota Manchester Airport hotel, which is billed as the first 'luxury' hotel at the airport. His review provides insight into what to expect from this new hotel.
Loyalty Program News
Avios members can now earn points with Turo, the car sharing platform. This move is expected to provide more opportunities for Avios members to earn points. British Airways has also introduced a new sale, offering discounted business class fares on select routes.
Virgin Points members can earn a 30% bonus when converting Tesco Clubcard vouchers. This move is expected to provide more value for Virgin Points members. The team has also provided a guide on how to earn Avios and get the best deals on Heathrow airport car parking.
Several hotel chains have been offering lifetime status to their loyalty program members. The team has also provided a review of the Harrods American Express Card, which offers a range of benefits to its cardholders.
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Source: Head for Points