Come this time next year, Qantas will have to remove all card surcharges and only charge what it costs them in transaction fees from the major card companies. I gather they are trying to get in as much as they can over the next year before the legislation takes effect. 

Though the exit row fee isn't too expensive - cheaper than what many overseas airlines charge on short haul. It's worth the extra money if not flying business. 

Loving the first pictures! And they did build a gym - thought that might happen. I assume they'll provide gym wear and sneakers for guests like many top hotels do.  It would seem that all that's missing are people to sprinkle rose petals at guests' feet as they walk about the lounge and to ...

The claim that you need to carefully position to avoid getting blasted with cold water isnt true. The water temperature is set to warm and the pressure is extremely good.  Although a little more cramped than the showers on Emirates, this one is just a good experience.  Nothing like a ...

The Arrivals Lounge experience was a bit disappointing. On arrival I was rushed through the lounge and out the other side by the staff and taken to the chauffeur desk. I had said I wanted to relax a bit and shower in the lounge. So a 20 minute walk back around through security was needed for me t...