Brandon's articles (714)

American Express adds Avios and HawaiianMiles, devalues KrisFlyer and Skywards

Your Membership Rewards points can soon be transferred to Qatar Airways and Hawaiian Airlines, but American Express is also devaluing transfers to Singapore Airlines and Emirates.

04 July 2023.

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How to hack your way to Jordan with points

Jordan is a captivating country set amongst a vibrant, sprawling desert. Don't delay – here are the multitude of ways you can get from Australia to Amman with points.

03 July 2023.

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Wadi Rum

Qantas and Accor make flying even more rewarding

Qantas and Accor are doubling down on its unique partnership with more members now being able to earn more hotel points with Qantas flights.

29 June 2023.

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Accor Live Limitless Diamond

Virgin Australia launches Cairns-Tokyo Haneda flights

Virgin Australia kicks off Cairns-Tokyo (Haneda) flights today, initially on its existing Boeing 737-700s until the factory-fresh Boeing 737-8 arrives and becomes certified in a few weeks' time.

28 June 2023.

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Virgin Australia Cairns Tokyo 737-8

Unearth the majesty of Petra with Qatar Airways First Class flair

With the power of points, I soar to Jordan and discover the wonders of Wadi Rum, Petra and the Dead Sea. But the cherry on top? Flying home in Qatar Airways First Class – and you could too.

28 June 2023.

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The Treasury, Petra

How to request Virgin Australia reward seats as a Velocity Gold or Platinum flyer

Can't find reward seats for the family during school holidays or to a popular event such as Tay Tay? Velocity Gold and Platinum can make use of a little-known benefit to guarantee reward seats.

26 June 2023.

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Virgin Australia 737 Economy

My experience with using travel eSIMs overseas

With a travel eSIM, you can browse plans online, download them to your compatible phone and be online in minutes – almost anywhere in the world.

22 June 2023.

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How to transfer KrisFlyer miles to Velocity Points

While many Australian-based travellers might want to swap Velocity Points into KrisFlyer miles, there are also a few reasons why some members might want to do the same in reverse.

20 June 2023.

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Australian Plaza Premium lounges rejoin Priority Pass

From tomorrow, you can use your Priority Pass membership and single-visit passes at Plaza Premium lounges in Australia – including at Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide.

19 June 2023.

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What are fare classes and why are they important to frequent flyers?

Are you interested in upgrading your ticket or making sure that you're maximising points and Status Credits earn? Here's why it pays to know your fare class.

19 June 2023.

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