Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024

This is another installment of my series of TP runs to Sofia. In June, July and Dec of 2023, I did a number of trips out to Sofia, just to collect TPs. There was another opportunity in Jan 2024 to collect more cheap TPs, so here I am!

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A mighty view in Yellowstone National Park
A mighty view in Yellowstone National Park
A mighty view in Yellowstone National Park
A mighty view in Yellowstone National Park

Blog - Tag Archive for Trips

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This is an archive showing posts assigned to tag: Trips.

Trips are jaunts that we have taken that are not considered holidays

The BA A320 taking me to/from Sofia
The BA A320 taking me to/from Sofia

Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024: Day 1 – Sofia SOF to London Heathrow LHR

By Nige on January 14, 2024 at 8:21 pm
Type: Post
Story: Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024 Category: Travel
Tags: British Airways | LHR | London Heathrow | SOF | Sofia | Trips

I took the opportunity of having a chat with the Vickster by phone whilst I waited for Gate 3 to open to passengers.

An AA aircraft waiting to depart for the US at Heathrow T3
An AA aircraft waiting to depart for the US at Heathrow T3

Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024: Day 1 – London Heathrow LHR to Sofia SOF

By Nige on January 14, 2024 at 4:55 pm
Type: Post
Story: Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024 Category: Travel
Tags: British Airways | LHR | London Heathrow | SOF | Sofia | Trips

The escalator in the BA check-in area was cordoned off for some reason, so a minor detour was required to get up to the first level and access to Fast Track Security.

Catching the tube to Heathrow T3
Catching the tube to Heathrow T3

Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024: Day 1 – Home to London Heathrow

By Nige on January 14, 2024 at 11:09 am
Type: Post
Story: Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024 Category: Travel
Tags: LHR | London Heathrow | Trips

Another relaxing start to the day, ahead of my first TP run of 2024. For a change, I had a lie-in! I didn't wake up until almost 6am. The cats were not impressed!

Sofia
Sofia

Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024: Day 1 – Prep

By Nige on January 14, 2024 at 10:59 am
Type: Post
Story: Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024 Category: Travel
Tags: British Airways | Bulgaria | LHR | London Heathrow | SOF | Sofia | Trips

Another visit to Heathrow T3. Lots of good quality lounges to choose from.

Sofia, capital of Bulgaria
Sofia, capital of Bulgaria

Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024

By Nige on January 14, 2024 at 6:30 am
Type: Post
Story: Tier Point Run to Sofia in Jan 2024 Category: Travel
Tags: Announcements | British Airways | Bulgaria | LHR | London Heathrow | SOF | Sofia | Trips

This is another installment of my series of TP runs to Sofia. In June, July and Dec of 2023, I did a number of trips out to Sofia, just to collect TPs. There was another opportunity in Jan 2024 to collect more cheap TPs, so here I am!

A murky view of BA tails at Heathrow T5
A murky view of BA tails at Heathrow T5

Tier Point Run to Palm Springs in Dec 2023: Day 6 – London Heathrow to Home

By Nige on December 19, 2023 at 8:57 pm
Type: Post
Story: Tier Point Run to Palm Springs in Dec 2023 Category: Travel
Tags: LHR | London Heathrow | Trips

I was pleased to finally get back to my car at T5 Long Stay. It felt like it had been a long day and I was keen to get home to reaquaint myself with the Vickster and the moggies.

The BA aircraft taking me back to Heathrow
The BA aircraft taking me back to Heathrow

Tier Point Run to Palm Springs in Dec 2023: Day 6 – Dublin DUB to London Heathrow LHR

By Nige on December 19, 2023 at 7:43 pm
Type: Post
Story: Tier Point Run to Palm Springs in Dec 2023 Category: Travel
Tags: British Airways | DUB | Dublin | LHR | London | Trips

I always jog through Dublin airport - it just doesn't make sense to assume all will be well with passport control and security. You never know what you might find.

A wet Heathrow greeted my arrival home
A wet Heathrow greeted my arrival home

Tier Point Run to Palm Springs in Dec 2023: Day 6 – London Heathrow LHR to Dublin DUB

By Nige on December 19, 2023 at 12:53 pm
Type: Post
Story: Tier Point Run to Palm Springs in Dec 2023 Category: Travel
Tags: British Airways | DUB | Dublin | LHR | London | Trips

I got through Passport Control kiosk first time, although it took a lot of whirring to confirm I was OK to enter the UK! From there, I headed up to the Arrivals Lounge for a shower.

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