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How to calculate the value of your Avios reward flights
There's a new (and easy) way to keep a record of the monetary value you've had from every points/reward flight that you've booked.Qatar reverses their negative Avios booking rules
After just three months, Qatar has almost completely reversed a deeply unpopular rule change that impacted reward flight bookingsFeatured News Articles
Qatar’s Starlink rollout continues at an impressive pace
After completing Starlink installation on the A350, 777s and 787-8's, the airline becomes the first to add it to a 787-9. So far they've installed it
Big (and positive) changes at the Avios Shop
Big changes are coming to the Avios Shop, meaning that you can reduce the price of their products further using points.
Revolut is launching its own airport lounge
In 2027 Revolut will be launching their first Revolut Lounge. It is, they promise, the first of many, and, at least from their description, it sounds like it's going to be a very interesting space.
Use your Emirates Skywards miles for UK train tickets
There's another way to utilise your Emirates Skywards points: you can book train tickets in the UK and pay using your miles.
Tesco, Avios & Virgin: How to double dip on points
As of August 2026 Tesco will be delivering via Uber Eats and Deliveroo, and this opens up a double (or even triple) dip for points.
Get the Pointszilla app for iPhone and iPad
The Pointszilla iOS app is now live, meaning you can utilise our tools and get access to our latest stories on your iPhone or iPad
Amex downgrading its premium card: lower earn rate, no BA bonus
Another bad news day from Amex as they plan to drop down the earn rate on it's top tier £300/year card, and remove a bonus.Get 2,000 additional Avios with Avios Hotels
For a very limited time, get a 2,000 Avios bonus when you book using Avios Hotels. Here's how it works...
Ultimate guide to the Emirates First Class lounge in Dubai
The Emirates First Class lounge in Dubai (Concourse A) may be the largest executive lounge out there. What's it like to spend a couple of hours in there?
Aspire opening London City Airport lounge
London City airport is getting it's first airport lounge, and it's a beautiful space that will be run by Aspire.
This Qatar change impacts every reward flight booking
The airline has quietly introduced a new rule that restricts the passengers you can book reward flights for. The impact, if you travel with family, is huge.
British Airways launches new app. TL;DR: disappointing
Two years after it was promised, British Airways new app has launched. It's neither an evolution, nor a revolution, but it is significantly faster.
Amex and BA are having a cardmember-only NYC flight
A one-off reward flight for BA Amex card holders this October, with a reduced Avios requirement and absolutely no taxes to pay.