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News•Feb 28, 2026
LAST DAY: Get a 25% Bonus on HSBC Premier Credit Card Points Conversions to Avios
HSBC is offering a limited‑time 25% bonus on converting HSBC Premier credit‑card points to British Airways Avios, ending at midnight on 28 February 2026. The bonus applies only to transfers into a BA Avios account and the bonus points usually arrive instantly, though they can take up to 14 days. HSBC Premier cards – a free card and a £290 World Elite card – earn points at 1.5‑3 per £1, which convert at a 2:1 rate to airline or hotel programs. Points expire after three years, making the bonus a timely way to use aging balances.
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News•Feb 27, 2026
Stansted Opens a New Lounge on Tuesday Following Escape Closure
London Stansted Airport has launched a new “Essence by Escape” lounge on 3 March, replacing the closed Escape lounge. The facility is located in Satellite 1, meaning Ryanair passengers cannot use it, while airlines such as Emirates, Lufthansa and Jet2 have access....
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News•Feb 27, 2026
Bits: Etihad Signs McLaren F1 Deal, Get a 100% Bonus Buying IHG Points
Etihad Airways has signed a multi‑year sponsorship with the McLaren Formula 1 and United Autosports WEC teams, securing branding on race cars, helmets and a future Dreamliner livery. The partnership extends Etihad’s long‑standing involvement with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Meanwhile, IHG One...
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News•Feb 24, 2026
Earn Double Avios with LeShuttle – and a Reminder of How the Partnership Works
LeShuttle launched Club LeShuttle, adopting Avios as its loyalty currency, the first non‑airline partner. Members earn 3 Avios per £1 on standard tickets and 6 per £1 on Flexiplus, with a double‑Avios promotion offering 6 and 12 Avios respectively for...
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News•Feb 22, 2026
Is It Worth Joining Point A Hotels ‘A List’ Programme?
Point A Hotels operates a small chain of 11 city‑center properties across the UK and Ireland, targeting budget‑conscious travelers with well‑equipped micro‑rooms priced from £50‑£60 per night. Its free ‘A List’ programme replaces traditional points‑based loyalty with a flat 10%...
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News•Feb 21, 2026
GWR’s Bizarre IT Upgrade on Tuesday Will Wipe Out Your Future E-Tickets!
Great Western Railway (GWR) is rolling out a new mobile app on Tuesday, requiring all users to reset passwords and, crucially, to retrieve or export their existing e‑ticket data before Monday night. Bookings for travel on or after 24 February...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
Bits: New Korean Air Amex Offer, IHG Launches ‘Noted’ Brand, Radisson Opens on Lake Como
Korean Air has revived its American Express cashback promotion, offering £100 back on £750 spend for UK bookings made by 29 March. IHG announced its 21st brand, the Noted Collection, targeting upscale independent hotels with a goal of 150 properties in...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
How Does Hilton’s ‘Guaranteed Connecting Hotel Rooms’ Feature Work?
Hilton has introduced a guaranteed connecting‑room option across its portfolio, allowing guests to book adjacent rooms directly on hilton.com. Travelers must select “two rooms,” book at least three days in advance, and the system filters out non‑connectable types. While cash...
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News•Feb 18, 2026
Bits: £100 Amex Hotel Offer, Marriott Executive Apartments Improves, Al Bustan Closure
Lore Group has launched a £100 American Express cashback promotion for stays of £400 across six of its luxury hotels, including Sea Containers London and Pulitzer Amsterdam, with prepaid bookings eligible if made through the official website or Global Hotel...
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