The "Travel Lifestyle" category is all about enhancing every aspect of your travel experience. From airports and lounges to travel money, tools, and cruises, this section covers it all. Whether you're planning a luxury getaway or a practical trip, you’ll find valuable tips here. Explore articles below on how to elevate your travel lifestyle.
ING Bank is removing the popular international ATM operator fee rebate from its Orange Everyday bank account, effective from 1 August 2023.
The largest source of airport revenue is passenger & security fees, which are included in the cost of every plane ticket.
In emerging tourist destinations such as Laos, Uganda, Kazakhstan, Greenland or Oman, you can enjoy the best of both worlds.
With SeatSpy, easily find award availability by route across the next year on airlines including Etihad, Virgin Atlantic & British Airways.
Stocard is a free app to store cards including loyalty and membership cards on your smartphone, helping you de-clutter your wallet.
Priority Pass will increase its annual lounge membership fees from 1 December 2022. From the same date, it will also increase its individual lounge visit fees and guest charges.
Over the weekend, around 40 AFF members travelled to Newcastle, NSW for the 15th annual weekend get-together. A long-standing Australian Frequent Flyer tradition, these weekends are a great opportunity to meet other frequent flyers and fellow points enthusiasts to share travel tips and see some of the sights at the destination. Last year’s event, also … Continued
Travel insurance is essential to ensure you aren’t left out of picket if your trip is disrupted by events outside of your control. If you’re unable to continue your journey as planned, for example, travel insurance may cover the cost of rebooking or cancelling your flights, or purchasing a replacement ticket. But what if you’ve … Continued
A newly-refurbished SkyTeam lounge has opened in the international terminal of Sydney Airport. Located in the same location as the old SkyTeam lounge, near gate 25, the space has been completely refurbished during the pandemic. It now offers floor-to-ceiling windows, reupholstered seating, buffet food, a live-cooking station and bar service. Another great feature of the … Continued
For an airport serving a city of less than half a million, Canberra Airport punches above its weight. In my personal (and perhaps slightly biased) opinion, it’s the nicest airport in Australia with its modern, spacious facilities, excellent Qantas & Virgin lounges, and its (usually) short lines for security. The airport also boasts direct flights … Continued
Long waits at airport security have been a common traveller complaint in recent months. This has been a particular problem in busy European airports where chaotic queues have stretched into the hours at times, causing many to miss their flights. If you’re flying in Business or First Class, or have elite status with a frequent … Continued
The Virgin Australia Lounge at Melbourne Airport is now located after the security checkpoint, making it easier to head to the departure gates in Terminals 3 and 4 directly from the lounge. The lounge has not physically moved. But since Wednesday, the large Terminal 4 security checkpoint at Melbourne Airport is now a central location … Continued