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Everything you need to know about Star Alliance

Here’s how you can unlock perks across 26 different airlines, simply by holding one frequent flyer card.

Staff Writers |

Singapore Airlines A380 soars in Sydney, Melbourne

The superjumbos add more first class options for high flyers bound for Singapore and beyond.

Chris Ashton |

More airlines saying ‘leave your passport in your pocket’

Digital-first technology is becoming the new ‘express ticket’ for boarding or entering the frequent flyer lounge.

Chris Ashton |

At 17+ hours, Qatar Airways’ longest flight is back

On the long trek between Auckland and Doha, the airline’s cosy business class Qsuite is definitely the place to be.

Chris Ashton |

Air New Zealand to launch new business class in Sept 2024

The new seats, and revolutionary economy bunk beds, will debut on flights to New York and Chicago.

David Flynn |

Why business class in Europe is rarely what you’d expect

EuroBusiness is essentially just like any other economy seat...

Staff Writers |

Qatar Airways set to debut Boeing 737 MAX business class

The Gulf carrier’s latest jet will take wing this month.

David Flynn |

Travel in style with this premium checked luggage

Modern, functional and ready to withstand whatever your travels throw at them, these are some of the best checked bags around.

Chris Ashton |

FlyDubai debuts new ‘Business Suite’ premium cabin

Wireless charging, a 4K screen and direct aisle access for every passenger are just the start in the factory-fresh seat.

Chris Ashton |

How to survive the world’s longest flights, in style

Turn left for the best experience on these ultra-long range flights.

David Flynn |

Air France, KLM launch unbundled ‘Business Light’ fares

These slightly cheaper tickets ditch lounge access and slash your checked luggage allowance.

David Flynn |

Review: Qantas A380 premium economy

What can passengers expect from this value-oriented ‘in between’ cabin?

David Flynn |

Taiwan’s Starlux eyes flights to Australia

The startup’s ambitions could open another route to Taiwan and beyond.

David Flynn |

Emirates brings A380 premium economy to Melbourne

Step onboard with Executive Traveller to explore the Dubai airline’s bright and inviting ‘in-between’ class.

Staff Writers |

United to double Sydney-San Francisco flights

There’ll now be two United flights connecting Sydney and San Francisco every day of the week.

David Flynn |

How to make an ‘angled’ business class bed more comfortable

What to do when that promised business class bed turns out to be a ‘sloping sleeper’ seat…

Staff Writers |

Etihad rolls out free Wifi for chat, unlimited data at a fee

Whether a quick chat or extended browsing session, the Abu Dhabi-based airline has you covered.

Chris Ashton |

Qantas now flying non-stop from Melbourne to Jakarta

The new thrice-weekly departure complements the airline’s daily service out of Sydney.

Chris Ashton |