Author: Matt Graham
A Virgin Status Tier Above Velocity Platinum?
This week our members ponder the possibility of Virgin Australia introducing a new Velocity status tier above Platinum. Currently, Virgin Australia has three status tiers; Silver, Gold and Platinum. But there is little incentive to continue flying with Virgin after qualifying for Platinum status each year. There is simply no higher status tier to aim … Continued
Easy 5,000 Points for Amex Cardholders
Do you hold an American Express credit card? If so, you could be eligible for an easy 5,000 bonus points! Amex is currently running a promotion offering 5,000 Amex points to existing cardholders for adding a supplementary cardholder. The offer applies to many Amex credit cards including the Amex Explorer, Platinum Edge, Velocity Platinum and … Continued
In-Flight Entertainment: Yay or Nay?
For many travellers, long-haul flights are a welcome opportunity to catch up on the latest new-release movies. But a surprisingly large number of travellers say that they rarely or never use the in-flight entertainment. One member recently flew to Europe and back. Despite spending almost two days in the air, they did not use the … Continued
Dubai: Worth a Stopover?
When flying with Qantas or Emirates to Europe, the Middle East or Africa, you’ll probably fly via Dubai. Both Qantas and Emirates offer free stopovers in Dubai, and Emirates even offers discounted stopover and holiday packages. So, is it worth breaking up the trip with a few days in the United Arab Emirates? That’s the … Continued
Insanely Cheap European Business Class
Heading to Europe? You can cash in Etihad Guest miles for insanely cheap Business class flights on Brussels Airlines, Czech Airlines and Air Serbia. The Opportunity Etihad Guest miles are relatively easy to earn in Australia. You can earn miles by shopping at Coles, transfer points from many Australian credit cards, and even buy miles … Continued
Compensation for Virgin Aircraft Downgrades?
Virgin Australia’s A330s feature one of the world’s best Business class products. Passengers can enjoy comfortable lie-flat beds with direct aisle access, a large entertainment screen and plenty of personal space. “the business”, as Virgin calls it, is offered on all Airbus A330 flights between the east coast of Australia and Perth. Unfortunately for Virgin … Continued
Increased Security Delays Australian Travellers
Australian travellers have faced delays and longer waiting times at airports around the country over the past week after security was tightened. It follows the discovery of an alleged terrorist plot involving a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Following the arrest of four people last week, security was immediately enhanced at Australian airports. As … Continued
Flybuys: Locking out Frequent Flyers!
The Flybuys loyalty program may have the word “fly” in its name, but frequent flyers using the program are at a bizarre disadvantage. One member discovered this week that it is impossible to redeem Flybuys points from outside Australia. This includes transferring points to the Velocity Frequent Flyer and Etihad Guest airline programs. The Flybuys … Continued
Cruising Around the World
Our member turtlemichael is currently in the middle of a trip around the world! Since retiring, this member has enjoyed plenty of longer overseas trips. This one is no exception. Over 100 days, this member will travel around Europe before catching a cruise across the Atlantic to Canada. We leave on June 30. We have … Continued