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QANTAS REFITS A380

QANTAS HAS UNVEILED its first new-look A380, with upgraded business class seats and a redesigned lounge area. Premium economy and business class are on the upper deck, while first class and economy are downstairs. The aircraft has 27 per cent more premium seating, while the 1-2-1 business class layout provides direct aisle access for all. The on-board lounge, which has deep-green leather couches and wood-panelled walls, seats ten and has a self-service bar; meals and cocktails can also be ordered from there.

AEROTEL LANDS AT HEATHROW AND DAXING

has opened properties at London Heathrow and the new Beijing Daxing International airport. The 82-room Heathrow hotel (pictured) is located landside in Terminal 3, a few minutes’ walk from arrivals. Rooms are bookable for between six and 24 hours, and range from 10 sqm singles to 38 sqm family rooms. All are ensuite and have free wifi. Guests can also access a lounge