Author: Matt Graham
Citibank Cards End Emirates Skywards Transfers
The Citi Rewards, Diners Club Rewards, Suncorp Rewards and Card Services Rewards programs will all remove the option to transfer points into Emirates Skywards on 31 January 2023.
Qatar Airways Now Credits Points Before Flights Depart
Privilege Club members now receive their Avios points after checking in for Qatar Airways flights - and up to two hours before departure!
Long-Haul Economy Class: A Valuable Reality Check
As awful as it may be at the time, taking an overnight flight in Economy can be a good way to reset your expectations and remind yourself of how lucky you are to be able to fly up the front at other times.
Emirates Restores Melbourne-Singapore Connection
Emirates will return to the Melbourne-Singapore route and add additional daily flights to Sydney and Brisbane in early 2023.
Will China’s Reopening Finally Bring Down Airfares?
As Chinese airlines restore capacity to Australia, this should bring down airfares and increase award availability - and not just to China.
Qatar Doha-Adelaide Passengers Stuck Overnight in Melbourne Airport
Qatar Airways passengers flying from Doha to Adelaide on QR988 are not allowed to leave Melbourne Airport during the overnight transit.
The End of Cheap Virgin Australia Business Fares?
Virgin Australia Business Class can still be good value, but the days of dirt cheap airfares on domestic flights appear to be over.
30% Discount on Qantas Domestic Classic Flight Rewards
For a limited time until 22 January 2023, you can redeem Qantas Frequent Flyer points for domestic Economy Class flights at a 30% discount.
The Joy of Visiting Emerging Tourist Destinations
In emerging tourist destinations such as Laos, Uganda, Kazakhstan, Greenland or Oman, you can enjoy the best of both worlds.