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MY TOP AIRLINE & AIRPLANE TRAVEL HACKS

AIRPORT & AIRPLANE TRAVEL HACKS & TIPS – My best travel TIPS and HACKS on how to make your airport and airplane travel experience much SANER, *less* STRESSFUL and much more ENJOYABLE. Especially if you are a FIRST TIME FLYING, this will help you.

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TRAVELING WITH FRIENDS: TRAVEL TIPS

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This travel tips video is all about traveling with friends. I talk about ways to make traveling with friends most effective. I also give MY stories when traveling with friends went wrong. Let me know, do you actually like traveling with friends or doing it SOLO?

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HOW TO FLY “BUSINESS CLASS” FOR CHEAP

There are two sets of people that fly business class. The first didn’t really pay for that ticket, their sponsor did. That sponsor could have been their sugar daddy, their real daddy or their company. The second don’t have sponsors like the first so they set out strategically to get these seats. My post today will give you the secrets these second set of people utilise to fly business class for “close to nothing”. Read on for more, and if you are the visual type, I made a video VLOG on my youtube channel here.

(1) USE SUPER SEARCH ENGINES like Sky Scanner

Search engines like Sky scanner have the capability to scan for the cheapest tickets on any route. Different platforms negotiate different deals with airlines. To get the best ticket price, do not necessarily go for purchasing your ticket via the airline’s own website.

(2) FLY A DIFFERENT AIRLINE’S “BUSINESS CLASS”

Business class on different airlines vary in quality but they are consistent in one thing, they are better than economy. Some airlines charge double for the same route compared to their competitors so perhaps it is advisable to look at alternatives.

(3) BID FOR AN UPGRADE IN AIRLINE ONLINE AUCTIONS

Many airlines in a bid to ensure they have all seats sold offer to auction business class seats to economy/economy plus passengers. The bids involve you putting it a bid of what you are prepared to pay for the upgrade within a range provided. The highest bids win and if you don’t win, you do not have to pay anything. I have experienced this auction offer whilst flying with Etihad airways.

(4) JOIN FREQUENT FLYER LOYALTY PROGRAMS & ENROL FOR AIRLINE CREDIT CARDS

Joining frequent flyer programs and owning airline branded credit cards are great ways to easy accumulate airline miles/points. These can then be redeemable for free upgrades and tickets. These programs are free to join.

(5) BOOK EARLY AND BUY DURING AIRLINE SALES EVENTS

A great way to get a business class seat for a fraction of the cost is booking early and also buying tickets during the huge sale periods. Make sure to join airline social media pages as they tend to advertise short-sale deals on these platforms.

(6) ASK POLITELY, DRESS NICE & TRAVEL SOLO

Airlines overbook hoping customers don’t show which means some customers will get the upgrade. Give yourself the best chance of this by asking politely for one (It has worked for me before), dressing nicely and traveling solo.

 

So that’s it guys, great practicable ways to fly business class on a CHEAP. Tell me, were the points useful for you? and perhaps you have tried them before?

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FIRST TIME FLYING TIPS

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First time flying tips is a video on tips and hacks for first time flyers that have never flown on planes before. These tips are also useful for frequent flyers. Hope you enjoy the video and leave a comment below⬇⬇⬇ on other useful flying tips.

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9 MONEY-SAVING TIPS FOR VISITING LONDON

I spent a considerable amount of my life living in London (approximately 10 years) and bear in my mind that I visit london at least twice a year (even since I moved out of the vibrant city to another country). I have for you today 9 Tips that will save you so much money that it would be wrong for you not to read and apply the hacks (especially if you are a visitor to London).

TIP 1: USE A OYSTER CARD TO TRAVEL

Travel is one of the most expensive cost in London. If you’re a visitor and depending on how long you are staying, you should look into a oyster travel card (daily, weekly or monthly). Speak to a representative at the train stations and they will be able to advise you on the best value for your buck with the oyster card based on your own travel plans.

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TIP 2: TRAVEL OFF PEAK

Still on the travel point, try to travel anytime except for 06:30 to 09:30 and 16:00 to 19:00. This will reduce your expenses and will probably guarantee you a sit on the sometimes overly-packed train.

TIP 3: USE AirBnb OR SPARE ROOM FOR ACCOMMODATION

On to accommodation costs, these costs can really make up a considerable part of your expenses and as such it is good to re-evaluate whether (1) you need to stay in a hotel or (2) you need to stay in zone 1/2 in London. Airbnb.com can be a great option especially for families as you are able to get the same value of accommodation but at the fraction of the cost. And if you’re tight on money, perhaps ask a friend if you can crash on their couch? Bear in mind that the metro system in London works 24hrs and is pretty reliable so there is no need to base yourself in the centre of the city.

TIP 4: EAT CHEAP BY USING GROUPON

A great way to eat cheap is “Groupon”. Due to the vast amount of restaurants in London, competition for customers is high hence there are so many discounts on restaurants. Many of these deals are available on the “groupon” site so ensure you visit the site when you plan your trip to London. Also if you’re dining on Monday -Thursdays, make sure to check the websites of restaurants as they tend to give in-house deals.

TIP 5: BUY BROADWAY TICKETS FROM THE “TKTS” BOOTHS

This is especially useful if you are not too particular about the show and the kind of seats you want. Tickets can be bought on the day at their booth in central London. Expect up to 70% discount if not more.

TIP 6: EXPLORE BOROUGH MARKET FOR FREE FOOD SAMPLES

Feeling peckish?? Visit Borough market near London Bridge between Monday to Saturday 10am – 5pm.

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TIP 7: READ “MONEY SAVING EXPERT”

This website is up to date with deals in London but it is even more useful if you are living in London as deals range from utility to loans etc

TIP 8: VISIT SKY GARDEN FOR A FREE VIEW OF LONDON

You may need to book via their site so check their site. Sky Garden is located on 20 Fenchurch Street.

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TIP 9: EXPLORE LONDON MUSEUMS FOR FREE

Many of the museums and cultural attractions in London can be visited for free from the Tate Modern to the British Museum. Bear in mind some of these museums are the best in the world.

 

What is your top money-saving tip for visiting London?

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8 HACKS FOR surviving an airport in Nigeria

Before you think I am a bitter expat with too high expectations, I would like to clarify that I was born in Nigeria and have lived here for a considerable part of my life. Amongst my peers, I am always the first to defend my country. To say I love my country despite its many flaws is an understatement. I am #ProudlyNigerian. Nevertheless there are some things that even I cannot defend, things that I have tolerated and defended for so long that to defend them would be pure stupidity and more importantly impede the growth of my nation. One of those things is the state of our international airport in Lagos. I will not go into the issues but I will simple give you tips so that you can enjoy or at least not hate your experience so much that you refuse to fly into my beloved country again. Here they are “8 Hacks for surviving an airport in Nigeria”:

1. CHECK IN ONLINE (and PRINT out your CHECK-IN confirmation)

This is important especially if you are flying “cattle class”, sorry I meant Economy. And bear in mind that you may not see a baggage drop queue at the check-in desk. Simply approach an official with your confirmation and you will be able skip ahead of that unbelievable long-winded line.

2. DRESS LIKE YOU ARE GOING SOMEWHERE

The saying that says you should “dress as you want to be addressed” really applies here. People respect you more when you look decent so I suggest to avoid disrespect, dress like you’re someone important (aka rich or at least “not poor”). Sorry flip flops don’t cut it.

3. AVOID HEELS

If you’re unlucky enough to use an international credit card to book your flight, you will have the joy of being sent on a merry go round to do credit card verifications at the airlines office (Pray their systems are working). You want to conduct these activities in comfort AKA “NO heels” (simply to reduce your irritation).

4. IF ASKED YOUR OCCUPATION, RESPOND THAT YOU ARE A STUDENT (AKA You likely have little means of income)

This will reduce the likelihood that you will be begged for money. It can be a little irritating so just curb this by explaining you’re a student of UNILAG or which ever school you please (no rich schools).

5. HAVE MANNERS (a.k.a RESPECT YOUR ELDERS)

The truth is the airport can be a power-hungry environment and everyone from the check-in rep to the immigration rep may use his or her authority to put you down. Key ways to respect your elders are as follows:

  • Don’t use your left hand to pass anything to officials (it is rude and you will be faced with insults)
  • Respond to officials with “Yes Ma” and “Yes Sir”
  • Keep a happy/neutral face and banter with officials

6. GET A SHAPARONE

Who you know is everything in life and this applies at the Nigerian airport. Know the right person and you will likely seamlessly enjoy your hopefully short stint at the airport.

7. ENSURE YOU’VE BUILT UPPER BODY STRENGTH (or travel with a hulk)

Given all bags are manually checked at the check-in desk (I still don’t understand this), you will have to haul your bags on tables to be checked. Ensure to prepare for this so that you don’t feel irritated or question why the hell you have to do this.

8. BE MENTALLY PREPARED TO SHARE THE AIRPORT WITH OTHER SPECIES

The airport has been known to be homes to rats (don’t worry, they don’t bite and they are scared of you). Know that you are a superior being so when you see them, just ignore and continue with your day.

There may be many more hacks out there and perhaps you know them. Do SHARE in the comment section below so that your fellow travelers in and out of Nigeria can have a better experience.

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