Mika Hämäläinen

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Posts by Mika Hämäläinen

Review: China Eastern Airlines Lounge in Shanghai Pudong 137

Business Class, China Eastern Airlines, Lounge, SkyTeam

6 months ago

For travelers flying internationally with China Eastern Airlines or other SkyTeam carriers from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Lounge 137 in the S1 Satellite Terminal is a fantastic place to…

SkyTeam Elite Plus for Around 500 euros!

SkyTeam

6 months ago

For frequent travelers, airline elite status can make a world of difference—faster check-ins, priority boarding, lounge access and even upgrades to business class. Typically, earning top-tier status requires a significant…

Cathay Pacific Business Class in Asia is Fantastic

Business Class, Cathay Pacific, Oneworld

6 months ago

Flying short-haul in business class can be a hit-or-miss experience, but Cathay Pacific’s short-haul business class offering leaves a lasting impression. On my recent flight from Taipei to Osaka, I…

How Great is Korean Air Lounge at Seoul Gimpo?

Business Class, Korean Air, Lounge, SkyTeam

6 months ago

If you’re flying internationally through Gimpo International Airport in Seoul and happen to be a SkyTeam Elite Plus member, you’re in for a treat. I was not expecting much as…

Which Alliance is Best: Oneworld vs SkyTeam vs Star Alliance

Alliance, Oneworld, SkyTeam, Star Alliance, Tips

6 months ago

When it comes to frequent flyer programs, the three major airline alliances, oneworld (OW), SkyTeam (ST), and Star Alliance (*A), offer travelers a range of benefits. While each alliance provides…

Perfect Alternative for British Airways Club: Finnair Plus

British Airways, Oneworld

6 months ago

For years, British Airways Executive Club was one of the easiest paths to earning Oneworld elite status. Frequent flyers could quickly ascend to Silver (Oneworld Sapphire) or Gold (Oneworld Emerald)…

Shanghai Airlines Economy Class is Great

China Eastern Airlines, Economy Class, SkyTeam

6 months ago

Shanghai Airlines, a fully owned subsidiary of China Eastern Airlines, delivers an impressive travel experience even in Economy Class. My recent journey with them was nothing short of excellent, blending…

How to Book SkyTeam Round-the-World Trip?

SkyTeam

7 months ago

For the wanderlust-driven travellers among us, there’s nothing quite as thrilling as the idea of a round-the-world journey or RTW for short. Exploring multiple continents, immersing yourself in diverse cultures,…

Finnair Intercontinental Economy Class is a Joke

Economy Class, Finnair, Oneworld

8 months ago

When it comes to the oneworld alliance, travelers expect a certain standard of quality, even in economy class. Unfortunately, Finnair seems determined to shatter those expectations. Among its oneworld peers,…

Japan Airlines First Class Lounge in Osaka is Crap

First Class, Japan Airlines, Lounge, Oneworld

11 months ago

Japan Airlines has a first class lounge at Osaka Itami “international” airport. The wording international is strange given that the airport only has domestic flights. Also, if you happen to…