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Virgin Australia Lounge, Canberra

This capital city lounge blends big city amenities with a relaxed regional vibe. In fact, of Virgin Australia's seven domestic lounges, this has long been my top pick.

06 June 2024.

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Seating in the Virgin Australia Lounge in Canberra

Comfort test: Qantas’ Project Sunrise Economy seat

We all know the pointy end will be luxurious, but how comfortable will Economy really be on those 20-hour flights across the globe? I went to Qantas' seat manufacturer in Germany to find out.

05 June 2024.

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Qantas Project Sunrise Economy seat

You’ll soon be able to upgrade on American Airlines using Qantas Points

Speaking at the invitation-only IATA AGM in Dubai, attended by Point Hacks, Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson reiterates the importance - and the future - of the oneworld Alliance for Qantas.

04 June 2024.

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Use Qantas Points to upgrade flights with American Airlines

Fiji Airways to become a full oneworld Alliance member

Just revealed at the IATA AGM in Dubai: Fiji Airways is stepping up within the oneworld ranks to become a full member, akin to the likes of Qantas, British Airways and others.

03 June 2024.

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Fiji Airways is joining oneworld

Hawaiian Airlines Boeing 787 Leihōkū Suites (Honolulu – Phoenix)

Hawaiian's new Dreamliner elevates the carrier into a different league. In this Australian media exclusive, I take Leihōkū Suites for a spin to one of its first destinations: Arizona.

03 June 2024.

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Hawaiian Airlines' new Leihōkū Suites cabin

Delta eyes flights to Melbourne as Brisbane launch nears

Exclusive to Point Hacks: Delta's President confirms plans for direct Delta flights from the US to Melbourne.

03 June 2024.

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Delta plans flights to Melbourne

The trick to booking United Polaris with Velocity Points

A flatbed across the Pacific is much easier to book than you might think. Here's how I did just that, for under $120 in actual cash, just nine hours before departure.

30 May 2024.

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Book United Polaris with Velocity Points

Airbus unveils the latest version of its ‘Airspace’ passenger cabin

Here at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Airbus offers a peek into the future of flying, and what passenger cabins could look like from 2027 onwards.

28 May 2024.

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Airbus Airspace cabin on the A330neo

Hawaiian Airlines’ premium push is taking off

With new aircraft, a new Business Class seat and even a new private lounge, Hawaiian Airlines’ new ground and inflight experiences are set to impress.

27 May 2024.

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Hawaiian Airlines' premium Boeing 787 jet

Cathay Pacific First Class Lounge, London Heathrow

This lounge is a favourite of many frequent flyers, and it's easy to see why. It's also a savvy alternative for Platinum-grade members travelling on other oneworld airlines, including Qantas.

21 May 2024.

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Seating in the Cathay Pacific First Class Lounge at London Heathrow