We've managed to travel several times this year in Business Class cheaply through airline upgrade auctions - here's what my strategy has been
After my transatlantic sleep-fest in Aer Lingus Business Class, I just about had time to stop into the Aer Lingus Revival Lounge and see what it was like
After a hectic 60-hour trip to Chicago to meet new colleagues, it was time to make the slog back and sample Aer Lingus' Business Class transatlantic
With a highly unexpected trip to Chicago cropping up, I was the surprise guest of the 51st & Green Lounge, Dublin Airport for a morning visit recently
For our return from Dubai, we bravely opted for the lengthy, multi-sector trek with Aegean Airlines through Athens. Thoughts? As good as can be expected
For our one-night stay in Dubai, we chosen The Heritage Hotel, an Autograph Collection property, based on price and convenience
For our journey back to Dublin via Athens, we were sent to enjoy the facilities of the Ahlan Business Class Lounge in Dubai's Terminal 1
We had a wonderful stay at the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi - total relax, while being only a stone's throw from downtown Abu Dhabi
Our final days in KL were spent at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur - exploring club lounge access, quirky room layouts and others highs & lows
After a whirlwind late-night drama we wound up flying Emirates EK161 to Dublin - and were left positively impressed despite the older cabin