This ongoing promotion by British Airways applies to those flying first class, business class or the carrier’s premium economy class.

Just buy a BA ticket on a flight from the U.S. to anywhere British Airways flies - on any of the above-mentioned classes - and pay for it with your British Airways Visa card, and you get a free ticket for a companion.

See all the details here.

Take your time - the “must purchase by” deadline isn’t until March of 2010.

Starting September 29, British Airways is offering a new business class only route from New York (JFK) to London City.

We’ve seen British Airways’ OpenSkies halt it’s business class only service between NY and Amsterdam, so it will be interesting to see if this new route is able to attract business travelers and leisure travelers in search of a bit of luxury while flying overseas.

Visit British Airways Club World for more details on this new route.

Both Qantas and British Airways say they are cutting back on First Class seating.

You know why - the world economic meltdown.

Read more about it on Rick Seaney’s blog.

And don’t worry - there’s still plenty room in business class - for now, anyway.

British Airways has dropped business class airfare prices from airports in the UK. Some routes include savings on business class airline tickets of up to 40%. Find deals to a range of destinations all over the world including Bermuda, Sydney, Paris, and New York.

The business class airfare sale ends on June 30th, and it’s good for travel between 1 June and 31 October, 2009. Visit British Airways Business Class for more details, and search FareCompare.com for cheap flights to/from the UK.

The VS vs. BA/AA saga continues as Richard Branson fires off more attacks at the “oneworld alliance” that includes British Airways, American Airlines, and Iberia.

Branson has been voicing his opinion loudly on the subject for a while now, and he doesn’t seem to be slowing down. American Airlines has responded to recent comments, but it’s probably fair to say that the response won’t get Sir Richard to hold his tongue.

Check out Rick Seaney’s blog for more on Branson, Virgin Atlantic, and “oneworld.”

British Airways is offering up to $250 R/T off on World Traveller Plus (premium economy) London flights. The carrier will also knock off up to $100 on round-trip flights to any of its worldwide destinations.

There is a bit of a catch, though. These deals aren’t for everyone. In fact, they’re “exclusively available to registered members of ba.com and members of the Executive Club.” For more information on these airfare deals and other members only vacation extras, visit British Airways Flight Offers.

American Airlines has gone back-to-back-to-back. For the third straight year, Global Traveler Magazine has named the Ft. Worth-based carrier “Best Airline for Domestic First Class.”

As we’ve seen perks disappear for business and leisure travelers sitting at the front of the plane, American Airlines has vowed to offer a travel experience that separates them from the rest:

“We know that each day, we have to compete for and win the loyalty of our business travelers. We strive to differentiate ourselves from competitors by investing in products, service and network enhancements that make the travel experience convenient, reliable and productive…” (Kurt Stache, Vice President and General Sales Manager at American Airlines - from MarketWatch)

It’s clear that Global Traveler readers are fans of American, but what do you think? Does American’s first class service deserve the win again?

After purchasing L’Avion, British Airways has been trying to better align the French business class carrier with OpenSkies, the Englang-based BA-owned business/premium economy carrier.

It’s taken several months to get things going, but we’re starting to see some progress. Travelers on OpenSkies and L’Avion will now have access to more of the premium perks that BA frequent fliers are used to:

“All customers flying L’Avion will be able to earn British Airways Executive Club miles effective December 2nd. When flying on OpenSkies in PREM+ and on L’Avion, 125% of the actual flown mileage will be awarded. When flying on OpenSkies in BIZ, customers will continue to receive 150% of the actual flown mileage. L’Avion customers will be able to enter their BA Executive Club number into bookings made via the L’Avion website or through their travel agent.” (from PR Newswire)

Perhaps even more important than extra miles and increased club access, is the codeshare agreement that is set to take place between OpenSkies and L’Avion. The agreement (set to take effect early next year) will expand service between New York and Paris, increasing flights to three daily.

British Airways has teamed up with the Arion-Athens Hotel to offer vacation packages suited for families as well as couples seeking a romantic escape. You’ll find airfare (economy) as low as $296+ each-way, and for as little as $52+/person per night, you can add a stay in the luxury setting of the Arion.

With spacious rooms located just a short distance from markets, restaurants, bars in the historic Psirri area, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in both modern and ancient Greek culture. Along with airfare and hotel deals, you can also find savings on sightseeing tours through British Airways.

Visit British Airways Travel for more details, and check out our Deals Blog to learn more about British Airways Italy vacation packages.

This is a sweet deal.

Simply register as an Executive Club member, and fly on British Airways Club World business class - and get a free ticket to take someone along with you on your next trip.

The “complimentary companion” ticket must be used between Jan. 15 and Dec. 15, 2009.

See all the details right here.

The lights dim, the orchestra strikes up the opening chords of the overture, and you feel that twinge of excitement as you lean forward in your seat waiting for that first performer to step on the stage and hit a note that seems to shake the entire theatre.

If this, in any way, sounds familiar, British Airways has the perfect vacation packages for you. They’re offering “winter theatre” packages to London for as low as $685+ per person (for three nights) and $868+ per person (for 6 nights).

Along with airfare and accommodations, you can choose from several shows including The Sound of Music, The Phantom of the Opera, We Will Rock You, Les Miserables, Wicked, and more. Some shows are included in the packages, while others might cost you an extra $25 - $40 to attend.

Visit British Airways Theatre Packages for more details and start practicing your standing ovation.

British Airways has launched a new promotion directed at present and potential Executive Club members. Members can fly in Club World business class (or any class for that matter) and receive a complimentary companion airline ticket the next time they purchase a ticket of their own.

This companion deal is good for travel between January 15th and December 15th, 2009 to all British Airways destinations. This is obviously a push to get more people to register for the Executive Club, but it’s definitely an offer at least worth looking into.

Visit British Airways Complimentary Companion Offer for more details.

British Airways is lowering prices to London for just a few days, and they’re throwing in a free London Pass to sweeten the deal.

This airfare sale only lasts until Sept. 4, but if you book before then, you’ll find economy airfare to London for as low as $241+ each-way and premium economy (World Traveler Plus) airfare for as low as $449+ each-way.

Along with these airfare deals, you’ll also receive a free two-day London Pass, which “will give you FREE* entry into a large variety of London’s top tourist attractions such as Tower of London, Kensington Palace & The Orangery and more.”

These economy and premium economy deals are good for travel between September 4 - October 22, 2008 and October 23 - December 17, 2008. Visit British Airways Offers for more details.

British Airways is kicking luxury vacations up a notch. The carrier is offering London vacation packages that welcome travelers into a world of comfort from the moment they step on the plane.

With a British Airways first class “seat,” you’ll actually find yourself in a secluded “demi-cabin,” that comes complete with turndown service, gourmet meals, personalized service, and even a pair of velvet slippers to soothe your feet on the long flight.

Upon landing, you’ll be chauffeured to a five-star hotel where you can spend 3-nights enjoying your luxury accommodations and exploring all that London has to offer. When it’s time to return to the States, you’ll once again have the benefit of chauffeur service, easy check-in, and those demi-cabin accommodations for the flight home.

British Airways has partnered with several luxury hotels in London to give travelers the opportunity to find the perfect surroundings for their trip. These first class luxury packages from British Airways start at $9,425+ per person. You can also find business class luxury vacation packages from BA starting at $3,898+ per person.

Visit British Airways Luxury Vacation Packages for more details.

Another business-class-only airline will soon be gone. L’Avion, the carrier that offers “business class, French style” between New York and Paris’ Orly Airport will be purchased by British Airways.

L’Avion joins fellow former business class airlines MAXJet, eos, and Silverjet in the “little airlines that couldn’t” category. Rising fuel costs, decreased demand for business class travel, and pressure from larger carriers have made the “premium airline” space a tough market to navigate, and this latest casualty further demonstrates how difficult it is for the “little guy” to compete in a struggling industry.

The move from British Airways seems like a logical one. It’s fledgling OpenSkies (an airline heavily focused on business class and premium economy travel) operates a Paris - New York route, and it can’t hurt to get the competition out of the way.

BA will pay $107.3 million USD for L’Avion, and will incorporate the privately-owned French carrier into its OpenSkies unit.

With British Airways behind it, OpenSkies may survive in the niche air travel market, but the departure of L’Avion coming on the heels of other business-class-only airline collapses may be the final nail in the coffin for what the folks at Gadling refer to as “the small, proud airline.”

Visit Gadling and Reuters for more details on British Airway’s move to purchase L’Avion.

Demonstrating that there are no hard feelings towards a former colony, British Airways has launched an Independence Day business class airfare sale to London.

In keeping with the holiday, they’re offering Club World seats for as low as $1776+ R/T.

These deals are good for travel through December 31st, but you have to book by July 6th to take advantage of the reduced business class airfare.

Prices are subject to availability and they do vary based on departure city. Visit British Airways Offers for more details, and keep reading for a look at the perks that come with a British Airways Club World seat…

The hits keep coming for first class and business class travelers. We’ve already seen Virgin Atlantic increase fuel surcharges for its “Upper Class” passengers, and now British Airways is following suit:

“Flyers in first class, Club World and World Traveller Plus will pay up to 24 more per flight than those in economy.” (from BBC News)

The fuel surcharge increase (about $47.27 USD) marks the first time British Airways has initiated class-dependent fee levels. British Airways execs (and many travelers) see the move as “appropriate,” noting that first class and business class travelers already enjoy added space, comfort, and baggage allowances. Of course, there are first class and business class travelers that feel as though those additional perks are covered in the cost of the airline ticket.

So, should first class and business class travelers take on additional charges to help offset rising fuel costs? Let us know what you think.

OpenSkies, a subsidiary of British Airways is set to fly next week (June 19th), and the carrier is dedicated to creating a “complete travel experience” for its passengers. OpenSkies offers seats in business class (biz), premium economy (prem +), and economy, but there are only 82 seats onboard, so everyone will have ample legroom and comfort.

While business class-only airlines have not faired well of late, OpenSkies is a different animal. With its link to British Airways and its range of options, it may be able to avoid the pitfalls that carriers like eos, Silverjet, and Maxjet fell into.

You can currently book flights between New York and Paris, but OpenSkies has plans to expand to other EU markets. Keep reading for a look at Open Skies’ cabins and what they’re fond of calling the “OpenSkies Difference.”

British Airways is offering up to $200 USD off on premium economy flights to all of their worldwide destinations from departure cities throughout the US. This deal is good for travel between June 3 and September 3, 2008.

With British Airways Premium Economy class you get a taste of the good life without having to pay as much for it. It’s not the same as business class by any means, but you do get some perks:

• Wider, more comfortable seats
• 7″ extra legroom
• priority meal service
• and much more

Travel the world with British Airways, save up to $200, and stretch your legs out. Keep reading for a list of departure cities and discounts…

The latest British Airways business class airfare sale offers deals to London from departure cities throughout the US. The reduced rates are good for One World class travel from June 1st to August 31st.

Keep reading for sample One World business class airfares available on British Airways…

Over the last few weeks, we’ve highlighted international business class flights on several US-based airlines. This week, we wanted to take a look at what British Airways has to offer.

BA has plans to challenge business-class only carriers like eos and SilverJet with business class-only offerings of their own. However, they are also rolling out a new Club World business class cabin that aims to change the way business class travelers look at luxury…

For those of you who want to fly to London in added comfort and style, British Airways is offering reduced summer airfare from several departure cities throughout the US. Their WorldClub business class offers dedicated check-in, gourmet meals, flat beds, personal entertainment options, and much more.

Once you’re in London, you can keep living it up for less. BA is offering a 15% discount on all of the 4-star and 5-star hotels in the city of you book through them.

Keep reading for booking details and sample airfare from British Airways…

Starting on May 5, eos will open a new route from Newark to London. The all business class airline is set to start service to Dubai from London in July.

These new routes will up the competition with rival business class carrier Silverjet. Silverjet already offers service to both of those cities.

Keep reading for more details on eos’ latest routes and how they could affect business class travel…

Perhaps in response to Silverjet’s recent airfare/hotel offering to London, British Airways has launched a Club World business class airfare sale as well as 15% discounts to some of London’s finest 4-star and 5-star hotels.

You can enjoy all of the comfort and pampering of British Airways business class including dedicated lounge check-in, full recline seating, and gourmet meal/fine wine options. The business class airfare sale is good for travel from June 1 - August 31, 2008.

Keep reading for a small sample of the cheap business class airfare available right now from British Airways…

British Airways is expanding its business class service to the New York area. While British Airways currently offers eight flights between Heathrow and JFK daily and three flights between Heathrow and Newark daily, the airline is betting there is room for expansion.

However, British Airways isn’t simply adding extra flights out of Heathrow. Instead, they’re homing in on true international business travelers…