Author: Matt Graham
ACCC Suggests Cabotage to Increase Domestic Airline Competition
To make Australia's domestic aviation market more competitive, the ACCC has suggested allowing cabotage - where foreign airlines fly domestic routes.
It’s Never Been Easier to Get to Vanuatu
If you've been thinking about a holiday in Vanuatu, less than three hours' flying time from Brisbane, now would be a great time to book!
ANA to Resume Perth-Tokyo Flights
All Nippon Airways (ANA), a Star Alliance member, will resume non-stop flights from Perth to Tokyo Narita from 29 October 2023.
Easy Ways to Stop Virgin Australia Velocity Points Expiring
Virgin Australia Velocity points expire after 24 months of account inactivity, so you need to earn or redeem points at least every two years.
CommBank’s New Smart Awards Credit Card Has No Forex Fees
The CommBank Smart Awards credit card is a mid-tier rewards card that could be a good option for people who do a lot of overseas travel.
Great Etihad Business Class Deal to Copenhagen
Etihad Airways has some great Business Class sale fares from Australia to Copenhagen from $4,820 return. Book by 13 June 2023.
Podcast #102: Airline Alliances with Mark Ross-Smith
In episode 102 of AFF on Air, loyalty expert Mark Ross-Smith explains how airline alliances like Oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance work behind the scenes.
Airline Alliances with Mark Ross-Smith – AIR102
Have you ever wondered how airline alliances or hotel loyalty programs work behind the scenes? In this episode, Matt is joined by an expert in loyalty programs, former Malaysia Airlines Enrich CEO and current StatusMatch.com CEO Mark Ross-Smith for a chat about the world of airline alliances. Find out what airlines need to do in … Continued
New International Lounge Opens at Adelaide Airport
A very pleasant new Plaza Premium Lounge has opened in the international departures area of Adelaide Airport. It's open from 7-10am daily.