Chris's articles (508)

What it’s like to fly United as a Velocity member

I pack my bags and my Velocity card to road test the program's key Stateside partner on international and US domestic flights.

11 October 2023.

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Using Velocity benefits on United flights

Emirates Business Class Lounge, Dubai Terminal 3, Concourse B

The busiest lounge at one of the world's busiest airports can actually be surprisingly peaceful. And better yet, it's home to an exclusive Moët & Chandon Champagne bar.

10 October 2023.

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Emirates Business Class Lounge, Dubai Terminal 3, Concourse B

The Ultimate Guide to The Star Club

Members of The Star Club can earn and spend rewards on hotel stays, dining, spa treatments and more.

09 October 2023.

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Earn and spend rewards via The Star Club

American Express reduces Qantas Points on co-brand cards

Changes are coming to American Express' most rewarding personal and business Qantas cards.

06 October 2023.

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American Express makes changes to Qantas cards

Qantas International Lounge, Brisbane

This three-storey space gives you somewhere new to relax every time you pop on by. In fact, it's a cut above the usual Qantas Business Lounge experience.

03 October 2023.

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Top level of the Qantas International Lounge in Brisbane

Amex: last chance to convert points to KrisFlyer and Skywards at a 2:1 rate; HawaiianMiles comes online

Planning to convert Membership Rewards points across to KrisFlyer or Skywards? Act now before the transfer rate moves to 3:1.

02 October 2023.

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Convert Amex points into KrisFlyer miles to book Suites

Emirates’ Skywards boss talks upgrades, elite perks, status matching and more with Point Hacks

In this Point Hacks exclusive, we also get an update about booking and upgrading to Emirates Premium Economy using points.

28 September 2023.

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Boss of Emirates Skywards, Dr Nejib Ben-Khedher

Plaza Premium Lounge, Adelaide

Plaza Premium's newest lounge is a stunner, and design-wise, one of the chain's best. But a few things need stepping up to earn a five-star rating.

27 September 2023.

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Seating in the Plaza Premium Lounge, Adelaide

Velocity CEO Nick Rohrlach reflects on the world of frequent flyer points

'We're in the business of free travel,' the Velocity boss acknowledges. 'With cost of living where it is at the moment, that's never been more important.'

21 September 2023.

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Velocity Frequent Flyer CEO Nick Rohrlach

How to hack your way to Frankfurt with points

Venturing to Frankfurt? This in-depth guide covers the best ways to fly there using points, including options you may not have considered. I also share some travel tips and tricks from a recent visit.

19 September 2023.

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Frankfurt