Author: Matt Graham
How to Buy & Redeem British Airways Avios
Buying Avios from British Airways during a 50% bonus, or buying an Avios subscription, can be a clever way to save significant money on Qantas or Qatar Airways Business Class flights.
Australians Are Flocking to Eastern Europe
More Australians than ever before are travelling to Eastern Europe. Why are destinations like the Balkans becoming so popular with tourists?
New One-Stop Option to France with Qantas Points
Malaysia Airlines will launch direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Paris in March 2025, and there are Classic Rewards available to book with Qantas Points.
How to Gift Qantas or Velocity Status to Someone Else
If you earn enough Qantas or Virgin Velocity status credits, you can gift an elite status membership card to a friend or family member.
How to Predict If Your Flight Will Have Turbulence
Turbli provides turbulence forecasts for any upcoming commercial flight based on real-time weather information. You can also view the routes with the highest average turbulence.
Overview of QantasLink Airbus A220 Routes
QantasLink's new Airbus A220s are in service, flying from Melbourne to destinations including Canberra, Brisbane and Hobart. Here's a full list of A220 routes.
Qantas to Replace Jetstar on Melbourne-Honolulu
Qantas will launch non-stop flights from Melbourne to Honolulu from 1 May 2025, flying three times per week using Airbus A330-200s.
Travel Pointers Episode 2 – Airplane Seat Selection Strategies & Status Matches
In episode 2 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Chris Chamberlin discuss strategies to get the best seat on the plane, and avoid choosing a windowless window seat (as they once did by accident). Plus, current airline status match opportunities and the latest news.
Guide to Lounge Access When Flying Jetstar
Qantas Club members, eligible Qantas frequent flyers and Jetstar Business Max passengers can enjoy lounge access at some airports when flying Jetstar.