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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 03/10/2026

ENDS TUESDAY: Huge 60,000 Avios bonus on the British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card! www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/03/e...

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ENDS TUE: Huge 60,000 Avios bonus on British Airways Premium Plus American Express!

British Airways is winding up its huge 60,000 Avios sign-up bonus for the British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card. See if you qualify:

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 03/10/2026

Get up to a 35% bonus on hotel and CoT points transfers to (Qatar) Avios – but is it a good deal? www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/03/b...

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Get a 15%-35% bonus transferring hotel points to Avios - deal?

Until 31st October, you will receive up to 35% bonus when you transfer Accor, IHG, Shangri-La or Hyatt points into Avios with Qatar Airways. Does the maths work?

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 03/10/2026

Bits: 55% bonus buying Marriott points, BA Aberdeen lounge closure, Aer Lingus Starlink update www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/03/5...

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Bits: 55% bonus buying Marriott points, BA Aberdeen lounge closure

Marriott Bonvoy has launched its latest bonus if you buy its hotel points. You should be offered 55%. This is the biggest offer we've seen for some time.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 03/10/2026

How can you book hotels with Avios points? www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/03/h...

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How can you book hotels using Avios points?

We show you how to use your Avios points to book hotels - and more importantly, we discuss whether it is good value or not compared to flight redemptions.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 03/10/2026

Busy week? Here’s what you missed on Head for Points: www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/03/w...

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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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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 02/10/2026

ENDS FRIDAY: Get 5,000 extra Miles & More miles with the new Lufthansa debit card www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/28/l...

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END FRIDAY: 5,000 extra Miles & More miles with new debit card

Until Friday, you will get 5,000 extra Miles & More miles - for a total bonus of 15,000 miles - when you get the new Lufthansa Miles & More UK debit card.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 02/10/2026

Get a 20% bonus when you transfer Nectar points to Avios (and vice versa) – worth it? www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/02/2...

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Get a 10%-20% bonus when you transfer Nectar points to Avios

Avios has launched a conversion bonus for anyone sitting on a pile of Nectar points. Until 30th April, 400 Nectar points will get you 300 Avios, a bonus of 20%.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 02/10/2026

Bits: Alaska wants to join BA/AA joint venture, Loganair drops London City, Accor 4x points www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/02/a...

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Bits: Alaska wants to join BA/AA joint venture, Loganair drops London City, Accor 4x points — Head for Points

News in brief: Alaska wants to join BA/AA transatlantic joint venture Alaska Airlines held a wide-ranging event in Seattle this week where it made a raft of announcements, including its plans to upgra...

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 02/10/2026

EXTENDED: Virgin Atlantic launches a new American Express cashback deal www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/02/e...

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Virgin Atlantic launches a new American Express cashback deal

Virgin Atlantic came late to offering cashback deals with American Express, but since 2024 they have become a regular feature. A new deal has just launched.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 02/10/2026

What are ‘Avios only’ flights and how can you book them? www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/02/w...

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What are 'Avios only' flights and how can you book them?

'Avios only' flights have been a big success for British Airways since they were launched in 2023. We look at how they work and how you can find out about them.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 01/10/2026

American Express launches a 40% Hilton Honors transfer bonus from Membership Rewards www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/01/a...

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Get a 40% bonus transferring Amex Membership Rewards to Hilton Honors

Is it worth cashing in?

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 01/10/2026

Bits: Iberia adopts ‘instant Avios’ – BA next?, Chase and Currensea, 15% off Uber gift cards www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/01/i...

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Bits: Iberia adopts 'instant Avios' at check-in, 15% off Uber gift cards

Iberia has quietly rolled out 'instant Avios', awarding your points before you've even stepped onto the aircraft, something Qatar Airways pioneered.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 01/10/2026

REGISTER NOW: World of Hyatt launches its autumn bonus points promotion www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/01/w...

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REGISTER NOW: World of Hyatt launches Autumn 2026 bonus promotion

Hyatt has launched a new bonus points promotion for Autumn 2026, offering you 3,000 bonus points for every three nights you stay, not necessarily consecutive.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 01/10/2026

Do you get additional Avios seat availability as a British Airways Gold member? www.headforpoints.com/2026/10/01/d...

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Do you get additional Avios seat availability as a British Airways Gold member?

We take a look at how reward availability works on British Airways flights and how having a British Airways Club Gold card lets you access more Avios seats.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 30/09/2026

NEW (1/3): American Airlines launches two debit cards which can get you BA Gold-equivalent status! www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/30/a...

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American Airlines launches UK debit cards - are they for you?

American Airlines is returning to the UK with two miles-earning debit cards which can get you elite status across oneword. Here's everything you need to know.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 30/09/2026

AA 2/3: How do the new American Airlines Debit Cards work? Your questions answered www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/30/h...

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How do the new American Airlines Debit Cards work?

American Airlines has released two new UK AAdvantage debit cards, allowing you to earn miles and oneworld elite status from your daily spending.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 30/09/2026

AA 3/3: How much must you spend on AA debit cards to earn BA-equiv Bronze / Silver / Gold status? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/30/e...

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How much spend is needed on the AA debit cards to earn status?

You can earn elite status across the oneworld airline alliance, including British Airways, if you spend on the new American Airlines debit cards. But how much?

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 30/09/2026

Do you drop from Silver to Bronze in The British Airways Club if you don’t earn enough tier points? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/30/d...

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Do you drop from Silver to Bronze in The British Airways Club?

We take a look at what happens if you do not maintain your Silver status with The British Airways Club, and how the 'soft landing' concept works.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 29/09/2026

NOW BOOKABLE ON AVIOS: the new BA routes to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/29/n...

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New BA routes to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar now bookable on Avios

British Airways has added two new flights to Africa for next summer: Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, and Avios booking has finally opened up after a delay.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 29/09/2026

With new cabins coming, Singapore Airlines reveals its new dining service www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/29/s...

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Singapore Airlines reveals a new dining service

As it gears up to reveal its new cabin designs in November, Singapore Airlines has unveiled a luxurious overhaul of its in-flight catering and service style.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 29/09/2026

Get 5,000 Emirates miles with one hotel booking, convert to Marriott, Accor or a £30 gift card! www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/29/5...

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Get 5,000 Emirates miles with one hotel booking

Emirates Skywards has a hotel booking portal powered by Rocketmiles. Until tomorrow, you will get 5,000 bonus Skywards miles on selected hotel bookings.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 29/09/2026

What are the benefits of The British Airways Club Bronze status? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/29/w...

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What are the benefits of The British Airways Club Bronze status?

We take a look at the benefits of The British Airways Club Bronze status and explain why it is worth pushing for - mainly to get free seat selection.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 28/09/2026

Review: the new Emirates Lounge at Manchester Airport Terminal 2 www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/28/r...

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Review: new Emirates Lounge at Manchester Airport Terminal 2

With £10 million spent, and with direct boarding from the lounge to your aircraft, the new Emirates lounge at Manchester Airport Terminal 2 is a big success.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 28/09/2026

ENDS FRIDAY: Get 5,000 extra Miles & More miles with the new Lufthansa debit card www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/28/l...

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END FRIDAY: 5,000 extra Miles & More miles with new debit card

Until Friday, you will get 5,000 extra Miles & More miles - for a total bonus of 15,000 miles - when you get the new Lufthansa Miles & More UK debit card.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 28/09/2026

Why American Express Platinum gets you into more lounges than you think www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/28/a...

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What lounges can you use with the Amex Platinum card?

Eurostar included!

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 28/09/2026

Can you swap Avios points for British Airways tier points? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/28/c...

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Can you swap Avios points for British Airways Club tier points?

Can you swap Avios points for The British Airways Club tier points? I will look at the difference between Avios and tier points and whether you can swap.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 28/09/2026

Work in travel or loyalty? Don’t miss our free weekly travel trade newsletter: www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/28/b...

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Welcome to 'The Travel Brief' travel professionals newsletter, w/c 28th September

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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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 27/09/2026

How the KLM in-flight cuts will impact UK services www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/27/h...

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How the KLM in-flight cuts will impact UK services

From the start of the winter timetable on 25th October, KLM is taking an axe to its service levels in short-haul economy. This is what happens on UK flights:

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 27/09/2026

What do you do if British Airways suspects you of selling Avios and closes your account? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/27/b...

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What do you do if BA suspects you of selling Avios and closes your account?

What happens if British Airways closes your Executive Club account on suspicion of fraud or selling Avios? This is how I recommend you make your appeal.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 27/09/2026

Dates for your diary – miles and points offers about to close which you shouldn’t miss www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/27/d...

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Miles and points deals about to close which you shouldn't miss

Here is a round of up of the top frequent flyer and hotel loyalty bonus points and sale promotions which are due to close in the next couple of weeks.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 27/09/2026

How does the British Airways status extension for new parents work? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/27/h...

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How does the British Airways status extension for new parents work?

It seems that a lot of people don't know that, since 2017, British Airways has offered a status extension for new mums and new dads. This is how it works:

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 27/09/2026

What benefits does Heathrow Rewards Premium membership get you? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/27/r...

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What do you get with the Heathrow Rewards Premium tier?

Heathrow Rewards has a Premium membership tier for the heaviest shoppers at Heathrow Airport who spend over £750 per year. We take a look at the (little) you get.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 26/09/2026

Bits: Aspire launches 300-seat Manchester lounge, new Terminal 5 luxury retail launches www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/26/a...

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Aspire opens its new 300-seat Manchester Airport lounge

The squeeze on lounge space for Priority Pass customers at Manchester Airport should be over. Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality has opened its new 300-seat lounge.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 26/09/2026

A ba.com bug that Gold card holders should know about www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/26/a...

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A ba.com bug that Gold cardholders should know about

There is a bug on ba.com which means that the extra Economy Avios seats for Gold cardholders are not showing as available when they really are. This is why:

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 26/09/2026

Do you know Marriott has guaranteed compensation amounts for benefit failures? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/26/d...

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How do Marriott's 'Elite Benefit Guarantees' work?

Marriott offers generous - and guaranteed - compensation to elite members of Marriott Bonvoy in respect of certain hotel service failures. This is what you get.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 26/09/2026

How do you open a British Airways Club Household Account? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/26/h...

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How do you open a British Airways Household Account?

We look at what a British Airways Club household account is, how to open one and why it can help boost your Avios collection - with some caveats.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 26/09/2026

Busy week? Here’s what you missed on Head for Points: www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/26/w...

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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

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 25/09/2026

NEW: Pre-register for GHA’s UK debit card and get an extra D$250 as a sign-up bonus! www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/25/g...

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NEW: Pre-register for GHA's debit card and get an extra D$250

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is planning to launch a UK debit card in early 2027. Pre-register your interest and get an extra D$250 bonus if you sign up later.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 25/09/2026

Bits: win 1m Hilton points, Etihad business class bargains, £2 Luton Airport coach trips www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/25/w...

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Bits: win 1m Hilton points, Etihad bargains, £2 Luton Airport coaches

Hilton has launched a competition to win 1 million points, which we'd value at around £3,000 - £3,500 of free stays. It is ONLY for UK and German members.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 25/09/2026

LAST DAY: Get a 100% bonus when you buy Hilton Honors hotel points www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/25/1...

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LAST DAY: Get 100% bonus when you buy Hilton Honors points

Hilton Honors is winding up its 100% bonus for buying 5,000+ Hilton Honors points. It can be a good deal, especially with the '5 for 4' elite offer.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 25/09/2026

What is the difference between The British Airways Club and Avios? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/25/w...

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What is the difference between The British Airways Club and Avios?

It is easy to get confused between Avios and The British Airways Club. We show you what each is, and how they work together to reward you in different ways.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 24/09/2026

Finnair adds extra Tokyo flights – wide-open for Avios in business class for Summer 2027 www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/24/f...

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Finnair adds extra Tokyo flights - wide-open for Avios

Finnair has added additional flights to Tokyo for next summer and - as of 11am on Thursday - they are wide open for Avios availability in business class.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 24/09/2026

STILL ON: Huge 60,000 Avios bonus on the British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card! www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/24/s...

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STILL ON: Huge 60,000 Avios bonus on British Airways Premium Plus American Express!

British Airways is still running a huge 60,000 Avios sign-up bonus for the British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card. See if you qualify:

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 24/09/2026

Bits: Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside opens, Nectar partners with Ambassador Cruise Line www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/24/r...

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Bits: Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside opens, Nectar partners with Ambassador Cruise Line

At the end of June, Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside opened after major renovation. If the image below looks familiar, the hotel was previously Holiday Inn Cannes.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 24/09/2026

Bits: get £300 off Virgin Holidays, double Nectar points with Esso Supreme+ www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/24/3...

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Bits: £300 off Virgin Holidays, double Nectar points with Esso Supreme+

Virgin Atlantic Holidays is running a 'Spend & Save Weekend' from today to Wednesday 30th September - so more like a 'Spend & Save Week', if we're honest!

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 24/09/2026

Does British Airways charge for seat selection? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/24/d...

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Does British Airways charge for seat selection?

We take a look at what it costs to reserve seats on British Airways flights, what the exact rules are, who doesn't have to pay and when it isn't worth it.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 24/09/2026

How to earn Avios with Minor Hotels (NH, nhow, Anantara) – double Avios promo now on www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/24/e...

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How to earn Avios with Minor Hotels (NH Hotels, nhow)

Whilst NH Hotels is not a BA partner, it does earn Iberia Plus Avios.

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 23/09/2026

Which UK and Ireland hotels were awarded MICHELIN Keys in 2026? www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/23/u...

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Which UK hotels were awarded MICHELIN Keys in 2026?

The Michelin Guide has published its second list of one to three 'Key' hotels in the UK and Ireland, with 150 properties recognised by Michelin inspectors.

Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 23/09/2026

We try Qatar Airways new London menu with chef James Knappett www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/23/q...

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We try Qatar Airways new London menu with chef James Knappett

Qatar Airways has unveiled new business class menus in collaboration with James Knappett, "Chef-Patron of London's two-Michelin-starred Kitchen Table."

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Head for Points @headforpoints.com · 23/09/2026

Bits: Santorini Sky joins Hilton, 50000 Virgin Points from Apron, Hyatt / Travelzoo discount www.headforpoints.com/2026/09/23/s...

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Bits: Santorini Sky joins Hilton, 50000 Virgin Points from Apron

Santorini Sky occupies a strong position in the crowded Santorini market as the top-rated Tripadvisor hotel, and is now bookable via Hilton's SLH partnership.