Air travel
Qantas’ new non-stop route to Europe takes off
The Flying Kangaroo is to make an overdue return to Paris, timed to coincide with the Olympic Games.
- by Anthony Dennis
Meet the flight attendant who’s been in the air for 50 years
When Kevin Yakas signed up with Air New Zealand 50 years ago, male flight attendants were rare. They weren’t even allowed in the cabin.
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Airline reviews
Airline review: Economy class on the ‘World’s Best Airline’ for 2024
Someone give this crew a gold medal – their service is exemplary.
- by Ute Junker
Flying to Europe? Here’s how to get a free (or cheap) stopover on the way
Why arrive exhausted? Some airlines are offering a free stopover, while others offer major discounts on hotel stays and more.
- by Julietta Jameson
Opinion
Savvy traveller
I flew 300 hours in economy class last year. Here’s how I get the best seat
When faced with long-haul horror, gaining a spare seat or an entire row of seats on “full” flights demands strategy and tactics.
- by Flip Byrnes
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Airline reviews
Airline review: This cheap (nearly) lie-flat bed is perk-free but worth it
There are no screens in this budget business class, but the best entertainment of all is being able to sleep.
- by Kate Allman
Opinion
Tripologist
Bags, meals and TV: On codeshare flights, which airline’s rules apply?
If you’ve booked your flight with Qantas, but your flight is being “operated by Jetstar”, can you still expect checked luggage and meals to be included?
- by Michael Gebicki
Amid plenty of bad news, one airline in our region is flying high
Fiji’s national carrier beat out Qantas and Air New Zealand to be named the region’s best airline in the World Airline Awards.
- by Julietta Jameson
Opinion
Opinion
I wore pyjamas for two flights and a seven-hour stopover. I had no choice
A spilt coffee and desperation saw me wandering around airports dressed only in a faded pair of Qantas pyjamas.
- by Sue Wallace
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Airline reviews
Airline review: Qantas economy surprisingly good, despite codeshare woes
It turns out Qantas and its codeshare partner don’t speak to each other, which causes a few hassles on an otherwise comfortable flight.
- by Katrina Lobley