Chris's articles (508)

Should you book Economy Class using points, or save them for Business Class?

Business Class is a great way to travel, but your points can take you further in Economy Class. So which is best?

17 February 2022.

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Malaysia Airlines passenger

IHG’s Kimpton Margot Sydney hotel joins the city’s luxury line-up

InterContinental Group's newest Sydney hotel mixes luxury style with a boutique feel – and it's the newest way to earn and spend IHG Rewards points.

16 February 2022.

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Kimpton Margot Sydney

Australia’s new Digital Passenger Declaration for international arrivals

Don't be caught out: you'll soon need a new form to travel to Australia, even if you're a returning citizen. Without it, you won't get past the check-in counter.

15 February 2022.

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International travel

Emirates opens dedicated lounge for kids at Dubai Airport

Emirates is giving kids their own place to play at Dubai Airport, with a new lounge catering exclusively to children. After all, why should adults have all the fun?

15 February 2022.

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Emirates kids lounge Dubai

Finnair unveils new Business Class and launches Premium Economy Class

With oneworld Alliance member Finnair redefining its long-haul experience, using Qantas Points to Europe just got more interesting.

11 February 2022.

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Finnair Business Class

Marriott to open almost 100 Asia Pacific hotels this year

Marriott's ambitious suite of openings herald a broader return of international travel right across the Asia Pacific region.

11 February 2022.

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W Hotel Sydney

Virgin Australia’s new Boeing 737 Business Class (Hamilton Island – Brisbane)

For the first time in a decade, Virgin Australia is flying a new Boeing 737 Business Class seat. Join Point Hacks as we put it to the test.

08 February 2022.

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Virgin Australia new Business Class

Virgin Australia’s new Boeing 737 Economy Class (Brisbane – Hamilton Island)

Join Point Hacks as we take one of Virgin Australia's newest jets for a spin. With brand new seats in Economy Class, how does the experience stack up?

07 February 2022.

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Virgin Australia Economy Class

You can now travel using fewer points at Qantas Hotels and Qantas Holidays

Make your Qantas Points fly further both on the ground and in the air, with Qantas slashing reward costs on hotels and holiday packages.

04 February 2022.

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Qantas Hotels

As we learn to live with COVID, travel is returning to normal

With borders coming down and restrictions easing, the pandemic's impact on travel is beginning to wane.

03 February 2022.

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Travel freedom