British Airways recently announced the opening of its dedicated lounge at Singapore Changi Airport. The lounge was opened on March 31, 2013. The facilities at the dedicated lounge can be availed by passengers booking first class flights or traveling in the business class of the airline.

Qantas Airways, which is into partnership with British Airways, has also opened its own new lounge at Singapore Changi Airport. Until now, both the carriers were operating the lounge jointly. However, British Airways and Qantas Airways have said that their partnership will no longer sustain and is being dismantled.

Apart from British Airways customers, the newly opened dedicated BA lounge at Singapore Changi Airport would also be open for use by eligible travelers on any oneworld marketed flight.
 
British Airways further revealed that a BA Executive Club Gold or Silver card would also be introduced soon.

Emirates Airlines is redesigning its Airbus A380. Under this new design the airlines is planning to have just two classifications of seats, namely Economy Class and Business Class. This all new variant of Airbus 380 will not have First Class seats, as the previous version.

Tim Clark, president Emirates Airlines confirmed this news and said that this all new variant of Airbus A380 minus the First Class Cabins will be flying from 2016. He further said that the airline decided to go ahead with this new design as they have observed decline in the purchase of high prices seats. He said that this new version of aircraft will be operational on specifically those sectors where the demand for seats is high, but the customers are not willing to pay higher prices.

The new A380s will now be sporting Business and Economy Class cabins and an upper deck bar. The older version of A380s will be operational on Emirates most profitable long-haul routes.

Lufthansa Airlines, Germany’s flag carrier has decided to reduce First Class seats on its Long-haul flights. The airline intends to reduce its First Class section as much as 75 percent. The airline has been forced to take this step after facing a huge decline in the demand on First Class tickets.

At present the airline has its premium cabin class in close to 90 percent of its wide-body aircrafts. Christoph Franz, CEO Lufthansa said that they will start slashing first-class seats very soon and will be able to complete their target by 2014.

Airbus A340-300 and Boeing 747-400s will be under the knife in this trim down project. Vancouver is the first city to face this brunt. The airline will be reducing first-class seats to Vancouver by 75 percent. At present the return ticket cost to Vancouver is costing around $13,400, a price in which one can easily buy a small car.

When it comes to travel, there’s one thing most people like to take with them: a friend or significant other. But that’s most people. Many travelers in recent years have taken to traveling solo and discovering new places on their own. And why not? There’s less hassle involved in picking where to go and you’re more likely to find low fares when you’re the one picking the time and destination. And when it comes to destination, there are certain spots that are best for the solo traveler.

The First Timer

When looking into solo travel, we asked one of the experts, blogger Janice Waugh of the blog Solo Traveler. When choosing where to go, she suggests taking a look at how seasoned of a traveler you really are. And that makes sense, right? Let’s say you’ve never really traveled before, or at best a few family vacations as a kid, but the travel bug has hit you and you really want to get out in the world. If this is your travel speed, the world may have to wait, but maybe not your own backyard. Waugh suggests traveling close to home for your first solo trip, whether it’s the next state over or another city on the other side of your state (given that you don’t live in a small state like Delaware!). Staying closer to home gives you a feeling of comfort and familiarity. You’re visiting a culture that’s similar to your own, in a language that’s your own as well. Then again, things do vary between states (soda vs pop anyone?), but there’s no need to take a language courses before leaving!

It’s also a great way to get accustomed to long travels, or even traveling to begin with. If you’ve never even flown before, taking a flight to Europe may not be the best start, but cheap airline flights between cities like Detroit and New York is only two hours, making it bearable for first timers. You can also find low fares on bus and train tickets if you’re traveling a shorter distance and don't necessarily want to do a road trip.

The Almost Seasoned Traveler

So, you’ve already done some solo traveling, or have done quite a bit traveling with a friend, significant other or family member. You’re probably ready for a solo trip abroad at this point, but something that isn’t too out of the ordinary for you (ie: now is not the best time to see Japan on your own!). Visiting a place like the United Kingdom, Canada or a European city like Amsterdam are great places to start. These places all speak predominantly English and are not too culturally different.

London is a great place for your first Solo Travel abroad (TJ Morris - Creative Commons)

For the Seasoned Traveler

For those travelers who have done plenty of traveling on their own and with someone else, the world is your oyster! This is the perfect opportunity to check out any place in the world you may have wanted to go. While budget is generally the issue for some,  plenty of cheap flight tickets are available if you go on the non-peak travel days. Some spots that Waugh recommends are Chile and Jordan. While traveling through Jordan, Waugh met other solo travelers and discovered that it was a great place to journey on your own. At this point in your travels, you’ll probably be experienced enough to know the best way to meet new people, making your solo travels not as solo after all!

While not everyone may be as seasoned of a solo traveler to head to South America or Jordan, it’s still something to keep in mind while traveling. It’s not always easy to get everyone’s schedule to match up or to choose a place that everyone wants to travel to. But traveling solo can be much more affordable thanks to cheap flights and a lot more flexible on your schedule. And who knows, you may even make new friends with other solo travelers while on your own travels!

Janice Waugh publishes Solo Traveler where you can find lots of tips and advice as well as her free ebook: Glad You’re Not Here: a solo traveler’s manifesto. She is also author of The Solo Traveler’s Handbook and has spoken at The Smithsonian Institute. 

Jet Airways had introduced very special upgrade fares toIndia via London. Transatlantic flight to London will be on Virgin Atlantic UpperClass and onward flight from London to India will be upgraded from Business Classto First Class.  Sample fare from NewYork City to Delhi / Mumbai / Chennai is 3495 plus taxes. Such upgrade faresare available from NYC, BOS, WAS, MIA, CHI, LAX and SFO to all cities in India.To take advantage of these special Frist Class flights to India call Fare Buzzat 1-800-847-1963 today.

Virgin Atlantic Airways is offering fantastic sale faresto London in Upper Class. Fares from New York City to London are starting at$1055 each way based on round trip travel. Similar fares to London in Upper Class areavailable from Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco andWashington.

Fares are valid for travel period June 28^th –Sep 03^rd, 2011. Last date to book is May 20^th, 2011. Faresare exclusive of taxes and are subject to availability.  Some other restrictions may apply. If you are lookingfor cheap Business Class Tickets to London then then take advantage of thisSuper Sale and call Fare Buzz at 1-800-847-1963 or visit www.farebuzz.com today!

Swiss airlines declare its business class special offer from Switzerland to one of the selected destinations like Zurich at USD 3507, Geneva at USD 3488, Lugano at USD 3541 and Basel at USD 3538. All the fares valid only 14 days advance purchase for round trip travel per person basis. In addition of its business class offers Swiss air declare one more additional offer for business class travelers from Switzerland to one of the selected destinations like Tel Aviv at USD 2936, Istanbul at USD 3915, Mumbai at USD 4555 and Johannesburg at USD 4245. For availing this additional offer all the ticket purchase 50 days advanced for round trip travel per person basis.

For more information and reservations please call Fare Buzz at 1-800-847-1963.

Alitalia airlines offers business class sale for customers interested to travel Italian destination. According to Airline, when you travel with Alitalia’s Magnifica Class Cabin, you can enjoy regional cuisine prepared by the best Italian chefs presented on Richard Ginori dinnerware, along with specially selected wines to accompany each meal and expect to relax in Frette linens.

For taking the advantage of this special offer, all passengers purchase ticket by April 20, 2010 and travel between June 29 and September 10, 2010.

Few sample fares are given below –

All the above fares are each way based on required round-trip purchase and Seats are limited so hurry and book today. All applicable taxes & fees also apply.

For more information and reservations please call Fare Buzz at 1-800-847-1963.