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Notso Swift

Notso Swift

Member since 06 Oct 2016

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  • 195 Total posts
  • 32 Discussion comments
  • 0 Discussions started

Frequent flyer programs

  • Qantas - Qantas Frequent Flyer
  • Singapore Airlines - KrisFlyer
  • Virgin Australia - Velocity Rewards

Hotel loyalty programs

  • Accor A|Club
comments community discussions

  • Qantas A350 economy legroom

    Jun 19, 2026, 09:26 AM

    A 5 Class aircraft, that must be a first

  • Photos: Singapore Airlines’ new Melbourne lounge

    Jun 12, 2026, 06:29 PM

    That does look good, my next SQ isn't until January, though. I ready dreading my next 2 flights and the QF dungeon, I know Qantas is supposed to be going T2, but 2027

  • The new Star Alliance lounges coming to New York JFK

    May 28, 2026, 08:34 AM

    If only SQ would get out of that god awful T4 and Air India lounge

  • British Airways launches London-Melbourne flights

    Mar 17, 2026, 01:20 PM

    I am sure QF are considering the A321XLR, but, MH is very strong , MEL-KUL x3 daily, no one in their right mind would choose the old BA seat over even the old MH 1-2-2, leave alone the Neo suiteActually,  l did MEL-CGK last week and was thinking this is probably the last time I do this in th...

  • Here is the next big thing in small airport lounges

    Mar 12, 2026, 10:25 AM

    This sort of concept could be handy somewhere like Sydney T1 where it could be up near the B gates, and the main lounge is closer to the C. Get in, use the main, then head over 45 min before so you are close to boarding. Problem is it looks too good, so could be packed

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  • American Express Travel - Why is it so expensive?

    Mar 24, 2023, 05:52 AM

    I tend to use the credit on a hotel room, not used it on a flight in 10 years

  • Qantas A330 ex BNE VS JAL 787-9 ex SYD

    Feb 07, 2020, 05:46 PM

    I am 195, about 6'4”, although Mel based I have done JL51 HAN-SYDThe JAL bed is too small to sleep easily unless you are a side sleeper (I am) these older skysuites are wider than the new ones, and ok for me (although I haven't been in skysuite3)I would also take the direct flight unless you need...

  • Using AMEX Membership Rewards points to fly international business class

    Nov 08, 2019, 05:47 PM

    As always the hardest pert is getting out of Australia, SQ has more available I have found, especially from Melbourne which is hard on Saver FF (worse with Oneworld network), but don't discount buying a local flight to connect from say ADL or CBR where you can get better options

  • Which aircraft is best for an overnight flight: Airbus A330, A350, Boeing 777...

    Jun 27, 2019, 01:07 PM

    Same with the others 350, 787, 330, 777It’s not just noise and cabin pressure but the 350 and 787 are also noticeably smoother ...the 777 feels like a bus compared to a limo

  • Recommendations for Singapore hotels

    May 31, 2019, 04:07 PM

    I second the Intercontinental (old one Middle road) it has been my go to for the last 3 years (with one exception)I may be a bit old fashioned but this is what I want in a hotelAdvance booking on a Suite is about 430SGD, so a regular Club room should be perfectly in your range (Always get a club ...

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