Bon vivants used to book British Airways or Qantas to traverse the globe. Now, antipodes looking to escape to Europe can do so with (almost) innumerable airlines as Middle Eastern players like Emirates, Qatar and Etihad have come out to play (and in some areas, dominate). 

And that’s not to mention Air China, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and even Korean Air (whose budget business class is more tempting than you’d think).

 

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In this climate of competition, you might not expect much cooperation. And – on a surface level – you’d be right. But a recent change by Qantas to strengthen its ‘repartee’ with Air France shows that even as they compete airlines are finding more and more ways to work together and boost efficiency. 

As Qantas announced this morning, “Qantas Frequent Flyers can now access reward seats, earn Qantas Points and receive tier benefits across the entire Air France – KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM) network.” This comes as part of a comprehensive new partnership between the airline groups. 

The upshot? Qantas Frequent Flyers will be able to fly to over 60 new destinations across Europe and Africa including Biarritz, France; Dresden, Germany; Calvi, Corsica, France; and Bristol, United Kingdom. All of which sound good… just as soon as Aussie summer comes to an end.

This strengthens an existing 2018 codeshare which Qantas established with Air France and KLM allowing the customers of each airline to connect on flights between Australia and Europe via Singapore and Hong Kong (if you’ve ever flown Qantas to Europe, chances are you’ve found yourself on an Air France jet at some point). And as part of the arrangement customers also benefited from reciprocal lounge access and Qantas Points on Qantas coded flights.

 

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Now though, after today’s announcement, members will also be able to “access reward seats and earn points on all fares across all Air France and KLM marketed flights globally,” and, “Frequent flyers with Gold status or higher will also be able to access tier benefits including priority boarding, priority check-in and extra baggage allowance on any Air France and KLM operated flights.”

Qantas Loyalty CEO Olivia Wirth said Qantas Frequent Flyer was excited to welcome Air France and KLM to the program: “Qantas Frequent Flyer is committed to building strong and strategic partnerships with flagship airlines to improve travel options and benefits for our members.”

“Members will now have access to hundreds of thousands more reward seats in popular destinations including Paris, Amsterdam, Rome, Barcelona and Athens, as well as new destinations across France, Italy and Northern Europe.”

Olivia also said, “Frequent Flyers used 10 billion Qantas Points booking dream trips across Europe last year. We know this partnership will allow our members to explore more of the continent and find reward seats more easily.”

 

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All up, the agreement between Qantas Frequent Flyer, Air France and KLM Flying Blue means members will be able to earn points when they travel on eligible flights across each airline. Members will also be able to redeem Classic Flight Reward seats across Air France and KLM’s economy and business cabins.

That lie flat upgrade could be closer than you think.

So, how do you actually get it? According to The Flying Kangaroo’s announcement, “to earn Qantas Points with Air France or KLM, members simply need to enter their Qantas Frequent Flyer number when booking their next flight” after which “members can redeem available reward seats when they log in and select to ‘use points’ when searching for flights on the Qantas website.”

“Qantas Points are earned on all eligible booking classes, except on Air France and KLM codeshare flights operated by an airline other than Air France, KLM or Qantas.”

Keeping it in the family, and keeping it classy. Now, where’s our champagne?

 

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Women: can’t live with them, can’t live without them. A quote bandied all over the world. On one hand, it’s a yawn-worthy cliche, on the other… look at any relationship (especially your own) and you will probably find you don’t always understand your partner in crime.From throwing clothes on top of your keys every time they enter the house, to keeping you up all night with their social scrolling, it’s rare you find a couple perfectly in sync.Of course, most of this comes down to general ~communication~ (i.e. nothing to do with gender). But as some regularly trending Instagram accounts suggest, there is a whole lot about femininity (or at least, relationships) women wish men would hurry up and comprehend.Not to mention: whether they are looking for a hook-up, for love, or for a committed relationship, every guy will claim they don’t fully understand women (and the ones that claim too are often the furthest off). So what’s a modern gent to do?Fortunately, in today’s world, we have social media to flood our lives with content covering all manner of topics, including the female psyche. We’ve searched Instagram for a few such profiles, and believe that all men can use them to learn how to better understand what makes a girl tick, what infuriates her, and how to be a better man.Have at ’em.

Le Bitch Club

A sexy French meme account which will not only help you keep up your francais but helps you ameliorate yourself. What’s not to love?

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“Texting your ex is like fiddling with a button… Never do it with dirty fingers,” (or, we presume, a dirty mind).

We’re not exactly fluent in French, but we believe this post roughly translates as saying: “At first, your boyfriend comments on all your posts, because it’s nice; it makes your network alive; he’s interested in you (and it augments your engagement).”

“And it’s like that he has enough of you, little by little he stops reacting to your posts, saying, ‘I don’t want to join the group of dickheads in the comments who want to jump on you.'”

Take heed.

Violet Clair

New York based artist and social illustrator @violetclair (aka Samantha Rothenberg) is always on top of the latest dating trends (and sins). If you haven’t been warned: now you have.

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A vital first date tip here gents. Don’t talk about yourself all night and forget you’re actually out with another human being. But at the same time, you don’t want to treat it as an interview, asking a complete set of predetermined questions.

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And another thing for dates, don’t mention your ex. Ever.

Elite Daily

Like Mamamia but for Millenials, Elite Daily has humour and romance covered on all bases.

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This is a classic. We’ve all been in a situation where we’ve asked a woman if she wants something specific; if she wants to go somewhere; if she wants a particular cuisine for dinner. The response is usually something like “I don’t care, you choose.” This post proves when it comes to food there is always a right answer.

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Good news guys: we’re not the only ones with insatiable online shopping addictions.

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Many guys and girls have been planning their weddings since they were five years old. So if your partner mentions weddings dresses, rings, flowers, or first dance songs, don’t necessarily take it as a hint they want you to get down on one knee. They could just be brainstorming ideas.

Sarcasm Only

If you’ve ever had your tongue surgically removed from your cheek you will vibe on (and learn from) this account.

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This post speaks volumes about how the male brain often works when it comes to women. Not only does it say women like to be bought flowers every once in a while, it also tells us guys that we should listen more, and take notice of the things women do. At least ask her how her day at work was when she gets home.

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If you’re in a relationship guys, then don’t even think about going out somewhere without telling your partner. Of course, if she does, in fact, take your phone away and replace it with a walkie-talkie, you’ll have to question whether the relationship is worth it or not.

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This is a regular occurrence we’re all too aware of. Women will often complain they don’t look good, when in fact, they look great. It’s always a tough one to hear, and one of the hardest things for a man to reply to. You need to judge your response carefully. You can’t shrug it off, you certainly can’t agree, and, in our experience, you can’t even disagree. We wish each and every one of you good luck.

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Never has a truer word been spoken.

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From pretending to smoke to coughing up 60 euros for a ten-minute taxi ride, there are a number of forgivable faux pas tourists make in the city of Surly Serveurs. Then there’s drinking so much Grand Marnier you think you can speak French, getting your hair cut like Camus and taking ‘basic bro’ photos underneath the Eiffel Tower. These are less forgivable, but still not cardinal.However, there is one mistake tourists keep making which is giving Paris Pilgrims everywhere a bad name. That mistake? Leaving hotel reviews that make Sartre’s Nausea look reasonable.This growing branch of absurd Tripadvisor literature is caused by a misunderstanding of the premium of space in Paris, and ignorance of the Parisian attitude to life. While this is particularly common amongst tourists from places like Australia, the United States and England, drop-ins from the more spacious parts of France fall prey to it as well.

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What is it? Getting to Paris and then complaining that your room is too small, and that the service is bad. And even though you may have been low key expecting both these things, even the most aspiring cultural savants among us are likely to flinch when we realise we’ve payed through the nez for a glorified broom cupboard (and a withering glare).Alas, our reaction only goes to prove Voltaire’s observation, “Common sense is not so common,” was on the money; instead of going out and embracing the Parisian “live life in the street” mode de vie we hunch over our laptops and write filthy reviews.Of course, there are some situations when travellers’ fury is justified; it is possible to unwittingly end up in a makeshift brothel or an establishment with no toilet except an outdoor dunny. But even setting these horrific stays aside, there’s still a gap between tourists’ expectations and the Parisian reality.

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Example one: Saeed, (presumably) a Persian prince from Iran, who concluded his budget hotel room in the heart of Paris was not fit to stay in for “even one hour” because it was “too old and too small for two people,” had an “uncomfortable” bed and a toilet that was “old and too small,” all of which he took to Tripadvisor to express.His review was then picked apart by locals, like Alex from France, who said, “Listen, this not the Ritz but a 2 star (1 actually) hotel in south Paris…. It’s a low cost hotel for overnight or a few days so you can attend to your business meetings or just visit Paris. Period.”This proved to be a common theme, with further tourists making the same ‘negative space’ observation time and time again, ironically enough, with (almost) all of them making the mutually exclusive claim, “Worst hotel in Paris.”Our second example comes from a woman who stayed in a 2.5 star Montparnasse hotel which advertises itself on its budget-friendliness and proximity to landmarks, who, after staying, wrote on Tripadvisor, “Worst hotel experience ever. Small rooms bad service.”

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This is followed up by a multitude of similar rants, from one man who took to Tripadvisor to complain about a similar budget hotel, (“nothing like the pictures in the web site, No elevators, super small rooms, the bathroom was small and disgusting, the reception woman was rude, not help at all,”) to a guy who took particular offence at the demeanour of his – again – 2.5 star hotel.

“Please I advice anyone coming into this hotel to be careful. This the worst hotel I ever seen in my life . Very dirty like a house of a prostitute . The rooms smells, and the manager is very rude and just there to get any money from people . This hotel needs to be close because it does not merit to be called an hotel . Pls be warned.”

Further reviews of poor Parisian service can be found all over Tripadvisor, with our personal favourites including the woman who received a deconstructed ham sandwich…

“Service is really bad and breakfast is really poor and outrageously expensive. Room are NOT good for the price and the place is surprisingly small. I wouldn’t recommend this hotel. I asked for a HOT Ham and cheese toast and they brought I ham separated and Cheese separated and toast separated with bad mood on top of the bad service. It destroyed my days in Paris.”

… to the more complaint of the man who felt like his hotel staff were stricter than The Biggest Loser coaches: “they were extremely rude, my son wanted to grab a few of the free candy on the reception and they screamed at him, saying that he is allowed only one.”

“Overall, really terrible customer service, horrible accomodations and a lot of deception. We will never stay at this place again.”

While we have no idea whether these guests were all treated as badly as they say; two aspects of Parisian culture renders our ignorance irrelevant. First: rudeness is as much a part of the Parisian culture as resting bitch face is to an arrogant influencer’s visage (and if you don’t experience it, as numerous famous intellectuals have explained, you ought to be disappointed, not relieved).

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Second: the whole point of being in Paris is to be out and about, so you really shouldn’t expect rooms the size of the Taj Majal unless you drop top dollar (and especially not in a two-star stay). On that note, the observations from a Kiwi couple who lived in Paris for four years can help us all set our expectations of Paris a little more accurately.Moving into a studio apartment in the Gambetta neighbourhood, in the 20th arrondissement, which measured 21 square metres (15 square metres smaller than the standard double garage), the couple explained on Domain how, although it was initially a shock, it was much easier once they adopted the Parisian mindset: “In Paris, for a couple to live in a studio is not extraordinary. It’s a densely populated city where apartments are the norm and most people, especially young people, don’t expect to live in large spaces.”

“Instead they live a lot of their lives out of their apartments. In a city where kitchens and dining spaces are often small, delicious cheap restaurant options abound; Parisians make great use of public spaces like parks and town squares, and it’s totally acceptable to linger for an hour over a single espresso in a cafe.”

The couple also found that living in Paris taught them to be more conscious of what they bought, and not just in terms of objects: “French people are in the habit of shopping for food more frequently and, in my experience, more thoughtfully.”

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“There are few large supermarkets within Paris but most people buy bread fresh on the day they want to eat it. A wedge of cheese here, a few slices of cured meat there – when you have the equivalent of a beer fridge and one shelf to store food on, you don’t have the means to stock up (nor the corners in which things go off before you get to use them).”Comprenez vous? The city of love awaits.

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Looking for the best men’s underwear to stock up your drawers? You’ve come to the right place.

Underwear is one of the most important items for men to own. Unless you’re a fan of going ‘commando’ every day, without fail, you’ll be donning a pair of boxers, briefs or trunk underwear to keep your bits and pieces in check, and only the best men’s underwear will do this job well.

As a fully grown man, it’s now your responsibility to get yourself underwear that is high-quality and always fighting fit to protect your package. Gone are the days when it was acceptable to replace your underwear every Christmas; the modern man needs to be on top of his game ensuring his underwear fits properly, is in mint condition (absolutely no holes), aerates accordingly, and is stylish.

Whether you’re a fan of boxer briefs, briefs, or trunks, you want to be sure you invest in some of the best men’s underwear that will serve you and your bits faithfully.

Even though you may love to express your personality through the medium of clothes, it’s not totally necessary to get underwear that is bold and brash; instead stick to tried and tested classics that will work day in, day out… unless, of course, you want something bold.

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Actor Timothée Chamalet is no stranger to taking fashion risks. The American youngster is frequently one to steal the limelight on the red carpet. But as a recent sighting in New York City proves, he doesn’t let his style slip even when he’s just out for a stroll.

The man who has wowed us before with one-colour sartorial was seen wearing a knee-length Alexander McQueen coat with red silk arms, that wouldn’t look out of place in your Great Aunt Gladys’ wardrobe. The Call Me By Your Name actor was in town for the premiere of his latest movie, Little Women, and appears to have taken a few pointers from fellow A-listers such as Harry Styles and Ansel Elgort when it comes to elderly fashion.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B5zxFXYg_o0/Timothée’s coat is part of the Alexander McQueen SS20 collection, so it isn’t available to buy just yet, but given the British fashion house’s other outerwear styles cost between US$2,500 to $4,000, we’d wager this piece will come in at a similar price.While his peers went for entire outfits that looked as though they were passed down from their grandparents, Timothée’s take is a little more reserved. Elsewhere, he teams his nighty coat with pinstripe white shirt and pinstripe black suit pants, along with a pair of chunky sole black boots, to help tackle to New York winter chill.Chalamet was recently voted the best-dressed man in the world, taking top honours over the likes of Brad Pitt, Keanu Reeves and David Beckham. It should come as little shock, given his previous outfit choices, which have included a glitter harness and a sequined hoodie. He’s certainly not one to give in to a challenge.Maybe we’ll have to start checking out our local charity shop for our summer closet.

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When winter rolls in, we all start to layer our clothing, wear our ridiculously oversized coats and rock out overly capable boots in order to protect ourselves from arguably the harshest seasons conditions. One thing many of us forget though during the winter months is style – instead, we focus on keeping warm, dry and comfortable as we face ever unpleasant conditions. Mirror In The Sky’s Oxford Scarf will do all that and more – in style.Made out of 100% cashmere, you’ll be taken to new heights of comfort with the Oxford Scarf, not to mention the two-tone grey colourway will make you look more sophisticated than most and will also ensure you don’t look like you’ve borrowed your mums scarf on the way out the door. The scarf is made from start to finish by hand in Nepal making it luxurious and special. If you subscribe to the train of thought ‘size matters’ you won’t be disappointed by the 40cm x 180cm dimensions that could almost cover two people if needed.All jokes aside, whether you’re heading to work on a chilly winter’s morning or going out for a dinner date, the Oxford scarf is a great addition to any outfit and will keep you warm all whilst making you look more sophisticated than you already are. To make the deal even sweeter, it’s currently 15% off making it $161, not bad when you consider the quality and hand made construction.Shop Mirror In The Sky Oxford Scarf $188 $161

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It’s all very well having a conventional car in your garage: a five-door sedan for example, or a seven-seat SUV to transport the entire family around. But when you want to build a collection of iconic cars, a three-wheeler has to be considered.We’re not talking about Mr Bean’s Reliant Robin, oh no, we’re talking about this exemplary 1960 BMW Isetta 300 available now on Carsales. In a world where driving in a city is nigh on impossible in a modern-day tank, this little Isetta could be the perfect car companion to get you from A to B.The Isetta was originally manufactured by Italian car firm Iso in the early 1950s, soon after which it became known as the ‘bubble car’, due to its diminutive proportions. It went on to become the highest-selling single-cylinder car in the world with just over 160,000 units sold.BMW took the Isetta design and made it its own 1955. While it retained the same egg shape and outward opening front door, the German car company installed its own 250cc engine for the Isetta 250, before turning things up a notch with the Isetta 300 and 300cc engine. Power output increased to a whopping 13hp and a top speed of 85kph (53mph).This particular model is the DeLuxe, which means it has sliding side windows instead of fixed bubble ones. It’s certainly lived the life of a globetrotter before finding its feet in Sydney. It was born in Germany, before jetting off to South America and then eventually to Australia in 2008.However, the majority of the parts on this car have been replaced, making this essentially a brand-new model. It underwent a complete restoration between 2013-2017 here in Australia, including having a brand-new engine direct from its homeland of Germany, installed.Elsewhere it’s received a completely rebuilt gearbox, new lights, hinges, sunroof, fuel tank and exhaust among many other new parts. The fully restored body is finished in Isetta Feather White.The Isetta 300 has had its fair share of TV and film appearances, and car collector extraordinaire Jay Leno even has one in his garage. If it’s good enough for him, it’s good enough for you.You can own this iconic piece of automotive history for a smidge under AU$65,000. A high price maybe for a car with only three wheels, but considering its age and the restoration it has received, in our book, it’s money well spent.

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Ever since its inception in 1854, Timex has won the hearts of thousands worldwide. They have built a reputation for producing watches that are not only affordable and durable but also stylish. Whilst there is an array of ‘affordable’ watches out there, no one does them quite like Timex. To honour their long heritage, Timex recently commissioned their Milanese based designer Giorgio Galli to design the most ‘Timex’ Timex ever made. The brief was simple: create a watch that was affordable and high quality with a great design…boy did Giorgio deliver.Meet the Giorgio Galli S1 Automatic, a watch that honours Timex’s past and builds on their future. In recent years Timex has been getting serious about their automatic watch offering, and the S1 features one of their most accurate movements to date. By no means is the S1 all function and no form, the stainless steel case is one of the most elegant and unique pieces we’ve seen in recent times from any watch brand and its unique ‘cut out’ section on the lugs and case helps the watch stand out from the crowd. This ‘cut out’ design feature is also mimicked on the rubber strap, which itself has a unique system of holding the strap in place. Overall you can see that Giorgio took his time to create not only an elegant and sophisticated watch, but also a watch that is distinct and unique in a market that is flooded with imitation.Whether you’re at work or out for coffee, the S1 will look great in any situation, blending in but standing out upon closer inspection. Priced at $450, it isn’t the cheapest Timex, however, it can be considered their ‘top of the line’ featuring their finest design, highest quality materials and most accurate movement. Functionality and quality aside, the design itself is worth much more than the asking price.Shop Timex Giorgio Galli S1 Automatic $450

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“Super frothy spelt milk latte with pumpkin spice, please.” Come again? Coffee orders in Australia can range from normal to absurd in a matter of seconds. Don’t believe us? Go stand in line at your local Aussie cafe (they’re all over the world, so it shouldn’t be hard to find one). It’s this love for the coffee bean that sees Australians consume around 2 kilograms each every year.

Growing up, I was never a big coffee drinker. If I was to ever have a hot drink, it would be a hot chocolate or a lovely cuppa tea. As I became older and realised that I’d probably be tired for the rest of my life, I decided to give coffee a try for its caffeinating benefits.

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But living in the UK, the only real choice when wanting a cup of Joe is to go to a chain coffee shop such as Starbucks, Costa or Cafe Nero. I’m acutely aware that any Aussies reading that last sentence have probably just vomited in disgust. It’s no wonder there are just 39 Starbucks locations throughout the entire continent of Australia. Compare that to the estimated 246 locations in Greater London, and it’s clear that corporate coffee chains are seen as the devil in this part of the world.

I was always told that coffee in Australia is vastly superior – Melbourne is consistently voted as having the world’s best – but I was shocked at just how much better it was when I made the move to Sydney some 18 months ago. There is a completely different attitude to coffee culture in Australia that I plan to make drink the most of.

Australians love the stuff, so much so that being a barista is a genuine career option for many, and you can even attend classes to learn how to create latte art. It’s no surprise, as cafes tend to be rated on the skill of their coffee chefs alone. The result is much tastier than what I was used to back home, and thanks to the variety of independent coffee roasters available, I’ve found myself being able to pick up differences in the taste of beans with ease.

I recently made a trip home for a couple of weeks and, with some hesitation, ventured into my local Costa coffee. After the first few sips, I actually found myself questioning my previous liking for the UK’s largest coffeehouse chain. I’m hoping I can stay in Australia for as long as possible, not only because I love the way of life over here, but also because I don’t want to have to go back to drinking garbage.As most backpackers do when they arrive on Australian shores, I got myself a job in a cafe, where I was able to witness first hand what goes into giving Aussies the drink they have a deep, deep (some would say too deep) love for.So far so Sydney.However, as I mentioned at the start of this piece, some of the orders I’ve seen come through on dockets have astounded me. Extra hot macadamia milk flat white with chocolate sprinkles and half a packet of equal. How do you find out this is the way you wake up? I’ll stick to my full fat latte, thanks.https://www.instagram.com/p/B5QuftlAhGE/?igshid=jkxboxhzbq4tNot only is the coffee better tasting on these shores, but the very act of going for a coffee is different from what I’m used to as well. Morning walkers, surfers, and kids that have just got out of school will all catch up over a cup of the good stuff without giving it a second thought. Back in my homeland, however, coffee tends to be reserved for shoppers requiring a quick pick me up before hitting the stores.It’s a fascinating cultural divide that I believe the UK can, and should, learn from (even if the notion of having a coffee order you have to take a breath in the middle of remains an absurdity we will never understand). If I ever move back home, I’m going to make it my mission to take great-tasting coffee with me – just not the obscure orders.

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