Author: Matt Graham
Matt Graham
The editor of Australian Frequent Flyer, Matt's passion for travel has taken him to more than 100 countries… with the help of frequent flyer points, of course! Matt's favourite destinations (so far) are Germany, Brazil, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. His interests include aviation, economics & foreign languages, and he has a soft spot for good food and red wine. You can connect with Matt by posting on the Australian Frequent Flyer community forum and tagging @AFF Editor.
2019 AFF Lounge Crawl: Singapore & KL on 9 June
The annual AFF lounge crawl is one of our most popular social events after the annual AFF weekend gathering (which this year is on from 19-21 October in Adelaide). During a lounge crawl, AFF members meet at an airport for an afternoon of socialising, eating, drinking and enjoying the facilities in some of the world’s … Continued
30 Hainan Business Class Trips to China for $33,000
Hainan Airlines has released one of the most bizarre Business Class airfare deals we’ve seen for a long time. For a lump sum payment of $33,000, you can get 30 return Hainan Business Class flights from Australia to China to use over 3 years. The Hainan Airlines Australian Diamond Family package also comes with one … Continued
Enhancements to Qantas Top-Up Points
Qantas has quietly made a range of enhancements to top-up points, making it easier for more Qantas Frequent Flyer members to purchase larger amounts of points. But some Qantas top-up points prices have increased. Qantas is also adding a new fee for purchases made over the phone. It appears the recent changes to Qantas … Continued
Qantas Shortchanging Kuala Lumpur-Bangkok Flyers
Malaysia Airlines often has good value Business fares to destinations across Asia on flights departing Bangkok. All flights are via Malaysia Airlines’ hub of Kuala Lumpur. These deals are popular for Qantas status runs as it’s possible to earn large amounts of Qantas status credits relatively cheaply. But the deals would be even better if … Continued
British Airways’ Business-Only Flight to New York
British Airways flies many times each day between London and New York. In fact, this route alone earns British Airways more than a billion dollars in annual revenue – making it the world’s most profitable route! Most of the flights on the London-New York route are operated by wide-body Boeing 777s and Boeing 747s. But there … Continued
Singapore Airlines Call Centre Frustration
Singapore Airlines is renowned for consistently good service in the air. In fact, it just won the Skytrax award for world’s best airline! Unfortunately, this quality customer service doesn’t extend to the Singapore Airlines call centre. AFF member bean has had some very frustrating experiences with the Singapore Airlines and KrisFlyer call centres lately. Most of … Continued
New Double Qantas Status Credits Promo
Qantas status is in easier reach for the next six days, thanks to a brand new double Qantas status credits promotion! Until Tuesday 14 August, you’ll earn double Qantas status credits on any new Qantas flights booked for travel between 21 August 2018 and 8 August 2019. Status credits count towards earning Qantas status, so … Continued
Empty Neighbour Seats for $29 on Air New Zealand
International flights in cattle class are rarely a fun experience. But having an empty neighbouring seat – or even an entire row to yourself – can make a big difference to your on-board comfort. Several airlines offer the opportunity to purchase a free neighbouring seat on your flight for a small fee. One is Air … Continued
Duty-Free Confiscated at the Gate
Many of us like to pick up a bottle or two of duty-free alcohol when flying back to Australia from overseas. But many flyers have been caught out by the restrictions placed on liquids carried onto Australia-bound flights. Countless unsuspecting travellers have had their liquor confiscated before they’ve even made it onto the aircraft! So, … Continued