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Who has the best premium economy – Virgin Atlantic, British Airways or Norse Atlantic?

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Who has the best Premium Economy seat - Virgin, Norse or British Airways?
Does British Airways, Norse Atlantic or Virgin Atlantic have the best Premium Economy product when you are flying from the UK? We compare what you get.
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November 15, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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Bits: Plaza Premium T3 arrivals in Priority Pass, Aspire Birmingham closed, Sean Doyle joins M&S

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Bits: Plaza Premium T3 arrivals in Priority Pass, Aspire Birmingham closed, Sean Doyle joins M&S — Head for Points
News in brief: Plaza Premium's T3 arrivals lounge joins Priority Pass With no fanfare at all - I only found out about it by accident when looking at the website - the new Plaza Premium arrivals lounge...
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November 15, 2025 at 10:31 AM
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Jersey-based airline Blue Islands goes into receivership

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Jersey-based airline Blue Islands goes into receivership
In a bad month for UK regional airlines, Jersey based carrier Blue Islands went into administration last night. This follows the failure of Eastern Airways.
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November 15, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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Busy week? Here’s what you missed on Head for Points:

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What did you miss on Head for Points last week?
Here's a summary of our news and deals from the last seven days
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November 15, 2025 at 10:28 AM
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PayPal+ launches – get extra rewards ON TOP of your credit card points

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PayPal+ launches - rewards ON TOP of your credit card points
PayPal has introduced a loyalty programme - PayPal+ - to reward customers for choosing PayPal when checking out online. It works ON TOP of existing card rewards.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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Bits: Virgin’s Princess Diana jumper is back, good NordVPN deal for Virgin Points

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Virgin Atlantic launches retro Princess Diana jumper
This Christman, Virgin Atlantic is (re-)launching a limited edition retro jumper worn by Princess Diana to raise money for the Save The Children charity..
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November 14, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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Virgin Atlantic unveils its ‘lifetime loyalty’ reward – and you may already qualify

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Virgin Atlantic unveils its lifetime loyalty reward - you may qualify!
Virgin Atlantic has launched an innovative new product called 'High Five' which rewards travellers who fly infrequently with the airline but are loyal.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Jet2 comes to Gatwick with six aircraft and 29 routes from next summer

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Jet2 comes to Gatwick with six aircraft and 29 routes
Following a viral summer, leisure airline Jet2 is bringing its well-regarded service to Gatwick. It will base six aircraft at the airport, allowing it to launch 29 routes next summer. The focus will l...
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November 13, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Bits: Five Guys at Terminal 5, 3000 Clubcard points with Tesco Home Insurance

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Five Guys opens at Terminal 5
Five Guys Burgers & Fries is now open at Heathrow Terminal 5. Located on the upper level after security, it will be open from 5am to 10pm, including breakfast.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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People who don’t buy points are already buying points without realising it!

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People who don't buy points are already buying points without realising it
Should you buy frequent flyer miles or hotel loyalty points? If you say 'No', remember that people who don't buy points already buy points without realising it
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November 13, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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NEW: Get £250 + 75,000 points (converts to 75,000 Avios) with American Express Platinum!

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NEW: Get £250 + 75,000 points, worth 75,000 Avios, with American Express Platinum
Amex is offering a hugely generous temporary bonus of 75,000 Membership Rewards plus a £250 travel credit on the UK American Express Platinum card.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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NEW: Amex Gold bonus doubled to 40,000 points (=40,000 Avios) and first year free

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NEW: Amex Gold bonus increased to 40,000 points (40,000 Avios)
And it's free for the first year!
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November 12, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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Bits: no Elizabeth Line or HEx to Heathrow this weekend, 100% bonus when you buy IHG points

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Bits: no Elizabeth Line or HEx to Heathrow this weekend, 100% bonus buying IHG points
IHG One Rewards is offering a new 100% bonus for buying points. This offer ends today, 11th October 2025. The maximum number of points you can buy is 400,000.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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wheretocredit.com – a handy resource for maximising your frequent flyer miles

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Why is wheretocredit.com a handy resource for all flyers?
I review wheretocredit.com, a handy website which helps you choose which airline frequent flyer programme to choose to credit every flight you take.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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NEW: £400 switcher bonus plus up to 43,000 Avios and an upgrade voucher with Barclays Premier Banking and Barclays Avios Rewards

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NEW: Get a £400 switcher bonus with Barclays Premier Banking
Barclays has announced a new switcher bonus of £400, the highest ever offered, for new Premier customers who apply before 27th November 2025.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Bits: ex-EU £2050 business class tickets to Australia, listen to a ‘mega-collectors’ podcast

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Bits: £2050 business class to Australia, the 'mega-collectors' podcast
Turkish Airlines, in conjunction with Malaysia Airlines, have launched some strong business class deals to Adelaide and Brisbane. You can pay as little as £2,050.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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You will get a 2026 soft landing from Marriott Bonvoy if you don’t requalify

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You should get a 2026 soft landing from Marriott Bonvoy
According to a message posted online, Marriott Bonvoy will be offering a 2026 soft landing to those who do not requalify for their current status level.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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Buy Global Hotel Alliance stay credit at a 15% discount – is it worth it?

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Buy Global Hotel Alliance stay credit with a 15% discount
Global Hotel Alliance is letting you buy DISCOVERY Dollars with a 15% discount at the moment. I take a look at whether it is worth it or not.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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Four credit and debit cards worth keeping, unused, just for their benefits

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Which credit cards should you get even if you never use them?
Some UK airline and hotel credit cards are worth getting just for the sign-up bonus. But which cards are worth getting just for the on-going benefits?
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November 10, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Bits: Amex and Avios extend deal, Marriott loses 150 Sonder hotels – guests evicted mid-stay

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Bits: Amex and Avios extend partnership, Marriott loses 150 Sonder hotels
IAG Loyalty and American Express announced a new multi-year extension of their partnership on Friday. You can read the full announcement here but it says little.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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Do you get BA lounge access flying codeshares on Vueling, Aer Lingus, Loganair or airBaltic?

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Do you get British Airways lounge access on codeshare flights?
Do you get British Airways lounge access when flying on partners like Vueling, Aer Lingus, Loganair and airBaltic? It is exceptionally complicated - see here.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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Work in travel or loyalty? Don’t miss our free weekly trade newsletter:

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Welcome to 'The Travel Brief' travel professionals newsletter, w/c 10th November
Welcome to 'The Travel Brief', your weekly round-up of UK business travel and loyalty news plus the latest reviews and features from the Head for Points team.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Non-stop Sydney flights closer as the Qantas Airbus A350-1000ULR takes shape

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Non-stop Sydney flights closer as Qantas reveals aircraft pics
Non-stop flights between London and Sydney are one step closer to reality, as Qantas reveals pictures of its unique A350-1000ULR on the production line.
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November 9, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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Here’s a handy tool for planning hotel mattress runs

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Here's a handy tool for planning hotel mattress runs
As the end of the calendar year approaches, you may have realised that you are a few nights short of retaining your hotel elite status. This tool can help:
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November 9, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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How does the Avanti West Coast ‘Club Avanti’ loyalty scheme work?

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Review: how does the Club Avanti loyalty scheme work?
Avanti West Coast, which operates trains from London to Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham, has a loyalty scheme called Club Avanti. Let's take a look.
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November 9, 2025 at 9:55 AM