The best time to arrive at the airport revealed
IT’S the question we’ve all pondered: when is the ultimate time to arrive at the airport? A mathematician claims to have the answer.
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The best time to arrive at the airport revealed
IT’S the question we’ve all pondered: when is the ultimate time to arrive at the airport? A mathematician claims to have the answer.
Jessica Mauboy dreams of an escape
SHE is on a plane every week for work, but hasn’t had a holiday for more than two years. Now Jessica Mauboy wants a slice of island life with boyfriend Themeli Magripilis.
Fly on a private jet for less than $1000
NEW firms offering taxijets are giving passengers another way to fly that doesn’t involve cramped seats and screaming kids.
One thing you need to know about flying
FORGET those tips on which airline seat is the best, or how to get that longed-for upgrade. If there’s one thing you should know before flying, it’s this.
Sexy skies: Do pilots hook up with hosties?
IT’S the sky-high secret we all want to know about. So do those who fly together end up flying into each other’s arms? A pilot dishes the dirt.
What life as a frequent flyer is really like
BEING one of Australia’s most frequent flyers is no easy feat but this guy has mastered the skies. Here are his tips to fly like a pro.
These are hands down the world’s favourite airports
OOH la la. Forget those typical boring, dirty, rundown airports. Here are five airports from around the world that you’ll actually want to spend time in.
Are airport rip-offs ruining holidays?
INFLATED airport prices are stinging travellers with the cost of a night’s luxury accommodation before they even take off.
Confessions of a private jet pilot
A PRIVATE pilot tells all, including why he can’t eat the same meal as his copilot and what annoys him about passengers.
Why 54 is the magic number in travel
IT’S the airlines little secret and now it’s all yours. We reveal why the number 54 will get you the most bang for your buck.
Secrets of an airline call centre
NOBODY enjoys speaking to an airline call centre, but some calls can go a lot worse than others. Here’s what you need to know before you pick up the phone.
Secrets of an airline call centre
NOBODY enjoys speaking to an airline call centre, but some calls can go a lot worse than others. Here’s what you need to know before you pick up the phone.
The pranks flight attendants play
HAVE you ever wondered what pilots and stewards get up to when they’re bored? Here are some of the best pranks they play on each other — and passengers — on those long flights.
The best and worst of airline food
THE good, the bad and the ugly of inflight meals – "culinary journeys from hell" or tasty indulgences?
Tricks to scoring the best airline seat
WANT to avoid the dreaded middle seat on your next flight? Here are seven things you may not know you can do to increase your chances of getting a more desirable spot.
The truth about how safe it is to fly
IT’S the question on everyone’s lips right now; just how safe it is to fly? Here are the mind-boggling airline statistics you just have to know.
Battle for the best economy class
FLYING internationally can at time be trying — grumpy stewards, bland food and tiny seats. But it doesn’t have to be that way. We compare three economy offerings to find the best.
What you should never say to a flight attendant
“FETCH me a drink. I’ll turn off my phone in one more minute.” Here are 10 things you should never, ever say on a plane.
The truth about airline cancellations
HAVE you ever wondered why your flight was cancelled, leaving you stranded at the airport? You may be surprised to learn the truth.
10 signs you’re the worst person on your flight
ARE you a candidate for most-hated passenger on the plane? Here are 10 signs that you’re the human embodiment of all that is wrong with modern air travel.
When is the best time to book a flight?
FINALLY, there’s a scientific answer to that magic number of days before a flight when tickets are at their cheapest.
The latest, coolest airline perk
SOME of the most cherished new international first-class perks have nothing to do with meals, drinks or seats. Find out what the newest perk is.
How to win at the ‘rewards’ game
DON’T let frequent flyer points expire or banks overcharge. Make the most of reward systems and get yourself the best deal every time.
‘To the airline worker at the ticket counter’
A MAN has written a heartfelt apology letter to an airport employee. So what did he do? It’s actually something many passengers are guilty of …
The best airlines for business class revealed
SCORING a business class seat on a flight is usually an incredible experience, but here are six airlines that do it the best. There are some surprises!
What your flight attendant won’t tell you
EVER wondered what flight attendants are secretly thinking about you? Here are 13 things they won’t tell you, but you really need to know.
Airline speak decoded by pilot
CROSSCHECK. Holding pattern. Deadhead. Have you ever wondered what on earth pilots or crew are saying? The truth may surprise you.
Seven foods nobody should eat on a plane
WE’VE all been there: you finally settle into your airline seat and then bam – the passenger next to you pulls out a horrible stinky meal. This food should never be eaten on board.
The most annoying flight attendant habits ever
FROM those who refuse to crack a smile, to the plane noisy and the uncaring. A crew member dishes the dirt on the most irritating things her colleagues do.
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