Romantic weekends to make your friends jealous
Have a truly romantic Valentine’s Day by escaping the crowded cities and enjoying some breathtaking, and quieter, spots nearby
February 2015 / Issue 17
Vila Madalena: Brazil’s hottest fashion district
For new fashion labels, independent boutiques, and young local talent, check out Brazil’s west side neighbourhood
Five unlikely epic drives
Ben Collins (formerly The Stig on BBC’s Top Gear) on the highlights of being a stunt driver, from piloting the Batmobile to standing in for James Bond
San Francisco: seven reasons to hang out
San Francisco still feels larger than life, even though it’s only seven square miles. Discover its delights once business is done
The Club Sandwich
Sanjay Gour, executive chef at Zaika of Kensington in London, puts an Indian spin on the classic, with tandoori chicken, a masala omelette and mint chutney
Where should I go?
Five reasons to explore beyond Kuala Lumpur
From rainforest-clad beaches to Unesco heritage sites, here are five experiences to schedule into your trip
Five of the coolest kids holidays
Impress savvy young travellers with these cool, kid-friendly activities
Exclusive Club offers
Win a signed copy of The Stig’s latest book, save 45 per cent on Club rooms at Dubai’s Jumeirah Zabeel Saray and discover great ways to earn and spend Avios
My Club: Mark Foster
Olympic swimmer Mark Foster tells The Club why he loves going for a dip in Italy and shares his tips on collecting Avios
Why should I care about oneworld?
What does the oneworld alliance mean to Executive Club Members and what are the latest benefits of membership? British Airways’ Airline Partners Manager, Dawn Beard explains
How hotels are going hi-tech
Discover which hotels are using cool new technology to make your stay more efficient, more fun and more luxurious
Six things you need to know about BA’s Heathrow terminal moves
Find out what will happen as Heathrow winds down its operations in Terminal 1, before closing it in October
The Gurus
British Airways’ Campaign Project Manager, Richard Carroll explains how you can benefit from Executive Club partnerships, from outlet shopping to restocking your cellar
Tips on smarter travel
Something for the (long) weekend
Make the most of the two bank holidays in Europe during May by booking a leisurely long break
Hotels are beginning to embrace the freebie culture
Forget a sad bowl of cold, hard fruit, says Mark Jones. Hotels are raising their game when it comes to complimentary goodies
Why BackBeat PRO headphones make for a happier flight
The new wireless, noise-cancelling headphones by Plantronics are perfect for all your journeys
Executive Club changes
Learn more about the recently announced changes to the programme
A classic reimagined
If it’s good enough for David... Discover the new Single Grain Scotch Whisky from Haig