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TTom Goward
Travel Journalist
Some say it's an obsession, others say it's love. Tom likes planes and flying them. He’s also a professional travel addict, with a knack for maximising loyalty points to travel at the pointy end of the plane. Did we mention Tom likes planes?
Some say it's an obsession, others say it's love. Tom likes planes and flying them. He’s also a professional travel addict, with a knack for maximising loyalty points to travel at the pointy end of the plane. Did we mention Tom likes planes?

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7 secret hacks to land a flight upgrade in 2026
Flying economy? Not if these flight upgrade hacks have anything to say about it!
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No, it doesn’t cost a million points to fly overseas
Don't be discouraged by soaring point costs; it's time to demystify airline redemptions and discover the truth about flying overseas, without draining your points balance.
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Your ultimate guide to the best pay-per-use airport lounges
Keen to access an airport lounge without the boarding pass? Turns out, you can experience how the other half live – without the hefty price tag.
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How to access premium lounges without the boarding pass
Most people dread waiting out a long layover. But waiting at the airport when you have lounge access can be one of the most enjoyable parts of air travel. Lounges are refuges of calm, quiet and comfort, where food and drink are free, the seating is comfortable and glossy magazines are complimentary.
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