In Episode 27 of the AFF on AIR podcast, we take a brief detour from the aviation discussion to talk about train travel! There’s something nice – perhaps even romantic – about long-distance train travel. Around the world there are lots of famous train journeys such as the Orient Express and Trans-Siberian Railway, but there … Continued
If you’re a little bit short of the next airline status tier, a status run can get you over the line. In Episode 26 of the AFF on AIR podcast, learn about the best status runs with Virgin Australia, Qantas and the three major alliances. This episode also includes the latest frequent flyer news and … Continued
Many Australians join Qantas Frequent Flyer by default. But there are other Oneworld frequent flyer programs out there. Even if you fly with Qantas regularly, you could benefit by using the British Airways Executive Club frequent flyer program instead. In Episode 25 of the AFF on AIR podcast, Australian Frequent Flyer editor Matt Graham also … Continued
Airlines seem to love married segments, but for frequent flyers and travel agents they can be extremely frustrating. Sometimes you’ll find an award seat on a flight you want to book, only to find that it’s not actually available if you add on a connecting flight to your final destination. Married segments are also why airlines … Continued
The Historic Aircraft Restoration Society (HARS) boasts a collection of over 60 aircraft, including a retired Qantas 747, Super Constellation and DC-3s. John Travolta’s Boeing 707 will also soon be added to the museum at Illawara Regional Airport, which is open daily to the public. In Episode 23 of the AFF on AIR podcast, Matt … Continued