American Express in Sweden is offering double SAS EuroBonus points for new customers of Amex Elite and Premium credit cards, and massive sign-up bonuses up to 45 000 EuroBonus Extra Points, which would be enough for a round trip in business class in Europe (apply before end of February 28. 2023). Continue reading
SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) has the first promotion for travels in 2021 (if any will happen).
Travel period domestic / Europe: 1 Feb – 30 Nov 2021
Travel period USA: 1 Mar – 30 Nov 2021
Book by: 15 January 2021
The discount on SAS flights is roughly 10-20%, but with a flexible cancellation policy, it might be worth to start planning summer 2021 trips.
A whole new year is ahead of us and now you can book this year’s trips at an extra good price. A summer week (or two) in Southern Europe, a long weekend in the city that everyone is talking about or that long-awaited long trip … Go to sas.se , botanize among all our destinations around the world and book no later than 15 January. With 24 hours open purchase and our flexible tickets in SAS Go abroad, you can rebook as needed up to 72 hours before departure. You can rebook domestic travel in SAS Go Flex free of charge up to one hour before departure.
It’s great to see that American Express is putting extra efforts in Sweden to justify owning Amex Platinum credit card.
American Express Platinum is a great alternative for those, who don’t want or cannot have a top-tier status within airlines alliances. I have listed all Amex Platinum Sweden benefits here.
Amex Platinum Fast Track Arlanda
Now there’s one more improvement to Amex Platinum card and it’s a Fast Track in Stockholm Arlanda Airport Terminal 5. Cardholders can use SAS Gold Fast Track, but with Amex Platinum, it doesn’t matter which airline you’re flying.
I value Fast Track as one of the most time-saving benefits of my StarAlliance Gold status, but if you fly on various airlines, it might be quite hard to maintain a top level in several alliances/programs.
Now with American Express Platinum, you can be flying any airline, including members of StarAlliance, Sky Team, and oneworld, or even low-costers like Norwegian or Ryan Air, and yet save tons of time on security for yourself and one additional passenger traveling with you.
Let’s not forget about Priority Pass unlimited, which is included with American Express Platinum card. It gives access to airport contracted lounges for the cardholder and one guest. So it’s really almost like having a top-tier membership with an airline.
Let’s hope this benefit will expand further in Scandinavia and even Europe!
Remember, you can earn additional 200 000 Amex Membership Rewards points when you sign-up for American Express Platinum card using the special invitational link, plus the first 3 months for free!
Last year in March SAS EuroBonus and American Express ran a special promotion to attract new customers. This year, Bonus 25% SAS EuroBonus points promotion campaign is a bit earlier and valid from February 16th to February 28th.
You need to use special invitation links, they are provided for each type of a card below:
Traditionally, I would recommend getting SAS EuroBonus American Express Premium Credit Card.
Under current promotion it is completely free for the first year, with a potential of receiving up to 20 000 SAS EuroBonus extra points on your account within the first 3 months after spending 15000 SEK within 3 months.
SAS EuroBonus American Express Premium Credit Card also comes with Amex 2-4-1 voucher for all StarAlliance flights, and it’s a great discount on points redemption.
Yet another amazing First Class experience came to an end, and there is much to remember and review!
This time I was lucky to get 2 seats on ANA First Class flight between London and Tokyo, which took me approximately 4 months to make it happen. Read more about ANA 2 seats reservation tricks here.
Route: CPH-LHR-HND-CGK-BKK-ICN-FRA-CPH
Points used: 95 000 SAS EuroBonus / person
Departure: December 25
Return: January 8
Travel time: over 60h
Classes: 2 First (ANA and Asiana), 4 Business (ANA, Thai and SAS), 1 Economy (SAS)
Singapore Airlines First Class Lounge in Heathrow Airport is located in The Queen’s Terminal (satellite pier T2B), next door to the Business Class lounge. It can be easily found by following signs in the airport.
The service was nice and polite, decent a la carte menu for breakfast and lunch, a small buffet of ready dishes, and proper table service. The area is quite small with a very dated and sad looking decor.
During morning hours the lounge is not crowded, allowing visitors to relax, enjoy a glass of champagne and do some airplane spotting.
United Global First Lounge in London Heathrow Airport is the second and last First Class Lounge options for all StarAlliance travellers. Located just a few minutes away from Singaporian Lounge, I found United Global First Lounge to offer much better and pleasant environment.
It also provides a la carte menu, wide selection of drinks and quite interesting “old school” decoration, which I personally found to be quite cool.
This would be my #1 recommendation for First Class passengers in London Heathrow Airport.
One of the hardest flights to book for 2 persons, which took me more than 3 months to actually book.
Amazing experience in ANA First Class Suites onboard of B777-300ER. Positive sides: great service, delicious Krug champagne and tasty food.
However, the cabin design is quite annoying if you’re traveling with a companion. Why? Read the full review and watch the video.
Freshly after arriving on ANA First Class Suites, ANA First Class Lounge in Haneda Airport provides a relaxing and fun experience after the trip.
The lounge is very spacious and comfy, polite and attentive service topped by one of my favorite champagnes Ayala, and a pleasant atmosphere.
It’s definitely a lounge to put on a “to-visit list”, but far away from Lufthansa First Class Lounges in Munich and Frankfurt.
This 9 hours flight from Tokyo to Jakarta is operated by Dreamliner B787, which I personally dislike.
However, ANA airlines has long-haul business class seat modification installed for this route. It’s definitely more comfortable than usual mid-ranged Dreamliner seats, as it’s offering fully flat beds.
As usual ANA has spot-on service, accompanied by a decent food and drinks menu.
New Thai Airways Royal Silk Business Class cabin onboard Dreamliner B787.
A very, very pleasant surprise! Despite the business cabin not being the most advanced and private one, it looked very nice, felt fresh and was very comfortable.
As usual, Thai Airways provided very attentive, positive and smiling service, as well as tasty food and Veuve Cliquot champagne 🙂
I think TripAdvisor and endless booking webpages show relatively accurate picture of Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort at Karon Beach.
I just make a short review of the Panorama (Executive) Lounge, which can be accessed by Hilton Honors Diamond members or by booking Deluxe/Royal suite.
Overall, it works more like a bar than a lounge, but it’s a damn good bar by Thailand measurements, providing free drinks and a stunning sunset view :)!
Relatively new StarAlliance Gold / SilverKris Business Class Lounge in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.
It’s a bit tricky to find as there’re no clear signs, so it took me more than 15 minutes to find it.
Overall, I think it’s the best StarAlliance Business Class Lounge in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, and let me explain you why…
The newest StarAlliance Gold Lounge by EVA Air in Bangkok Airport.
It looks very cool from outside, but inside it’s a complete disaster.
I cannot understand who could have possibly agreed on such interior design within a “Business Class” Lounge concept. The lounge looks more like a nightclub, strip club, cheap bar, than a business class lounge.
Ridiculous lightning, poisonous colours and labirynt walks, read more why I personally hated this lounge….
The only SkyTeam Elite lounge in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, which serves Air France, KLM, SkyTeam and PriorityPass travelers.
To my biggest surprise, it was the brightest and the best decorated lounge out of 4 lounges I’ve visited in Bangkok Airport. Very clean, with reasonable food and drinks selection, proper working and relaxing areas, combined with a nice view over the terminal.
Good, old and ugly Thai Airways Boeing 747 upper-deck Business Class cabin…
I’ve taken this flight previously in First Class cabin. Clearly, it was a nicer experience to fly First than Business, but with a new improvement of Veuve Clicquot champagne being served in Thai Royal Silk Business Class, I just cannot complain on it!
So we had Veuve, and then more Veuve, and some more Veuve and a bit more of fresh and refreshing Veuve… If you look for more details, please read the short review (better if you have a glass of Veuve Clicquot in your hands).
Asiana Airlines is one of the easiest award flights to book, and yet the most exciting flight to take.
I could list 100s of ANA, Lufthansa, Thai and Singaporean First Class issues, but with Asiana it’s just 2 – severe champagne/wine deficit and uncomfortable bedding. The rest of Asiana Airlines A380’s experience was amazing!
Simply the best food onboard (Bibimbap!!!), polite and fun service, comfortable cabin and… Did I mention amazing food and service?
After enjoying the exceptional service and culinary delights on Asiana Airlines, we can’t help but daydream about our next adventure. Australia, with its mesmerizing landscapes and pristine beaches, is calling our names louder than ever.While our flight on Asiana Airlines had a couple of minor hiccups like the champagne/wine shortage and bedding, it was an overall thrilling experience. The outstanding food, especially the mouthwatering Bibimbap, and the polite, fun, and attentive service left an indelible mark on our travel memories.
Now, as we contemplate our next journey, we can’t help but imagine how the beautiful beaches of Australia will enchant us. From the world-famous Bondi Beach in Sydney to the remote and untouched stretches of sand along the Western Australian coast especially Merimbula, Australia promises to be a beach lover’s paradise.The thought of sinking our toes into the warm, golden sands, listening to the soothing sounds of the waves, and enjoying the sunny Australian weather is incredibly enticing. Whether it’s snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef or simply relaxing on the pristine shores, Australia offers a beach experience like no other.We look forward to trading our cabin seats for beach loungers and experiencing the magic of Australia’s coastline, all while savoring the memories of our remarkable flight with Asiana Airlines
Great news for everyone who wants to start or already collecting SAS EuroBonus points and enjoys traveling in style ;)!
American Express Sweden is offering one year free SAS EuroBonus Amex Classic and Premium credit cards, and massive sign up bonuses up to 12 000 EuroBonus Extra Points (apply before April 30. 2018). Continue reading
Pontus in the Air – is a lounge dedicated specifically to American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders.
The lounge is located in Terminal 5 of Arlanda Airport in Stockholm. Terminal 5 is mostly used for international departures outside of EU. The lounge is a part of Pontus in the Air restaurant but separated from the main area for privacy. To access the lounge you need to present a valid American Express Platinum or Centurion card to the lounge staff. It doesn’t have to be issued in Sweden, but mine was :).
Entrance to the lounge
The lounge looks quite tiny and at most have 10-12 tables. The service is provided by waiters, and I found it to be the downside in comparison to self-service SAS lounges. I had 40 minutes before the next flight and had to wait 20 minutes for a glass of wine and food. When I finally got it, I had to rush it and run to the gate.
There is a fixed menu for all customers, which consists of three main courses.
Swedish people LOVE the shrimp sandwich from Pontus, but I decided to try a salmon salad, complimented with a glass of white wine. To be honest, I didn’t have high hopes for the food, but the salad was delicious.
In case you are vegetarian, you can ask staff for a special meal outside of the menu.
Apparently, when the lounge just opened, there was a welcoming champagne served. But not anymore :(. However, wine, beers, and soft drinks are still included.
There’s selection of bread, desserts, and fruits available. As I don’t eat desserts that much, I haven’t tried them.
Overall, I enjoyed my very short stay in Pontus in the Air lounge. It’s a nice perk for American Express Platinum/Centurion cardholders, especially if they are traveling via Arlanda airport a lot.
It’s a good alternative to SAS and contracted lounges in Arlanda, especially if you’re hungry.
The service is nice and polite, but a bit slow, so I would not plan to visit the lounge if you have less than 30-40 minutes before the flight.
I hope that Amex will expand their Platinum and Centurion lounges to more airports, and especially open something in my beloved Kastrup airport in Copenhagen.
Summer 2017 is a very generous period for different SAS EuroBonus credit card offers.
The most interesting offer right now is SAS EuroBonus American Express Classic Credit card. Continue reading
SAS Scandinavian Airlines and American Express in Sweden started a new generous promotion to attract new customers.
With 25% increased sign up Amex bonus, your new bonus will be starting at
7 500 EuroBonus extra points for SAS EuroBonus American Express Classic Card.
15 000 EuroBonus extra for SAS EuroBonus American Express Premium Card.
22 500 EuroBonus extra for SAS EuroBonus American Express Elite Card.
This is the most attractive Amex promotion in Sweden by far, and it also applies to American Express Rewards, but their value is not lucrative as with SAS EuroBonus combination. Here is what you can get by signing up to Amex now:
The best deal so far is SAS EuroBonus American Express Premium Credit Card. With current promotion it is completely free for the first year, with potential up to 20 000 EuroBonus extra points on your account within the first 3 months after spending 1500 € within 3 months.
Note, additional sign up bonus only works if you register using current members invitation, so make sure you sign up with the links provided under each Amex card picture, otherwise it will be only 5 000 sign up bonus and no additional bonus.
Great news if you live in Sweden and eager to freshen up your apartment or gadgets collection!
From March 20 until April 17 you can earn up to 20 000 EuroBonus extra points for each microwave, dishwasher, razor or vacuum cleaner purchased on Elgiganten website.
Today starts a very, very very generous promotion between SAS and one of the leading consumer electronics store in Sweden, Elgiganten.se.
Each purchase starting from 20th of March and until 17th of April could reward you with up to 20 000 EuroBonus extra points. Promotional goods will be changed each week, until the promotion ends. The amount of reward points is displayed directly on Elgiganten promotion page and there are some very good deals.
If there was ever a moment to get a new refrigerator, it is during this promotion. New Samsung, LG or Electrolux priced around 800 € will come with 10 000 EuroBonus extra points. Add about 300 € for the item, and it might end up in total of 20 000 points as bonus.
Surely, there are some much cheaper and more affordable offers. Consider getting fit tracker for approx. 80 € with additional 3000 points, or Garmin Vivomove priced at 180 € and rewarding 5000 EuroBonus extra points.
Note that points will take some time to be deposited to your EuroBonus account, as Elgiganten has 30 days return policy, points will come 1-2 weeks after it closes.
Also, do not forget to pay with PayPal connected to your EuroBonus American Express or EuroBonus MasterCard cards so you get additional points.
