The best guides, deals and tips for more frequent flyer points in Australia.

Daniel Sciberras

Daniel lives and breathes loyalty programs, and has spent over two decades researching the best ways to earn and redeem loyalty points for maximum value. He travels for both business and leisure and is a frequent traveller to Europe and the US. In his downtime, he enjoys CrossFit, hitting the beach and playing tennis.

Daniel Sciberras was last modified: November 2nd, 2021 by Adam Leadoux

Daniel: value traveller

Daniel loves the word ‘optimise’ when it comes to travel. That is, maximise the comfort for the lowest cost. And it is this word that allured him to the world of frequent flyer points. There is no cash fare that can ever ‘outvalue’ a great long-haul premium seat redemption. So naturally, you’ll find him sitting at the pointy end of the plane more often than not. There is just simply no better way to travel than that.

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Daniel's articles (302)

Point Hacks Destination Guides

Here are our guides to some of the most sought after destinations around the world. Settle back and have a read through to learn how to take advantage of points to travel better.

24 May 2019.

Qantas Frequent Flyer Guides

Qantas Frequent Flyer is, fairly obviously, the biggest travel loyalty program in Australia, with somewhere between 25% and 50% of the Australian population as members, and the most common way in which we engage in earning frequent flyer points. This is the full list of Point Hacks guides relating to Qantas Frequent Flyer – learn […]

24 May 2019.

How to join Qantas Frequent Flyer for free

Basics of Using Frequent Flyer Points

Here we cover the basic concepts to understand first, when it comes to using your credit card or frequent flyer points for best value. Getting the most value out of your points when it comes to using them involves different decisions for everyone, but maximising value should be the goal.

24 May 2019.

Best Uses of Points Guides

Looking for more inspiration for how to spend your hard-earned frequent flyer points? Here is a comprehensive list of all of our Best Uses of Points guides. There may be some overlap but each guide has its own twist.

24 May 2019.

Singapore Airlines A380 First Class Suite

Buy Points and Miles Guides

Buying points can be a great way to cheaply, and relatively easily, travel in Business and First Class by immediately redeeming them for frequent flyer points flights. Here are a range of guides to buying frequent flyer points – which frequent flyer programs offer points purchases, and how to redeem them for cheap Business and […]

24 May 2019.

Qantas offering deeply discounted First and Business award seats through Airbnb

A fantastic offer for couples and families offering deep discounts on award flights.

23 May 2019.

COMPETITION CLOSED! Have you entered our Instagram Competition to win a $1,000 Virgin Australia Gift Voucher?

We're giving away a flight voucher in celebration of 4,000 Instagram followers!

14 May 2019.

A look at American Express $0 Annual Fee card range

If you want a decent points earn rate on your spend and/or would meet the minimum income requirement for these cards but not other cards in the American Express range, then one of these $0 cards could work well for you.

15 April 2019.

Here are eight of the Amex Platinum Charge best lesser-known perks

The ultimate guide to the American Express Membership Rewards program

A comprehensive rundown of the different types of Membership Rewards points, transfer partners, eligible cards and bonus points earn.

15 April 2019.

American Express Membership Rewards | Point Hacks

Looking to buy the new Samsung Galaxy S10? Here is why you should do it through Bing Lee

Take advantage of these tips to earn almost 10% cashback on this big ticket item.

07 March 2019.

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How to redeem Qantas Points for flights to New Zealand

How to travel to New Zealand with points. — How to redeem Qantas Points for flights to New Zealand

Aside from Qantas and Jetstar, your Qantas Points can be used to book three other international airlines flying between Australia and New Zealand. READ ON →

15/11/2024

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How to hack your way to Bengaluru with points

Bangalore Palace, Bengaluru — How to hack your way to Bengaluru with points

Travelling to Bengaluru? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks. READ ON →

18/12/2023

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How to hack your way to London with points

London's Tower Bridge — How to hack your way to London with points

Heading to London? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks. READ ON →

13/12/2023

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How to hack your way to Tasmania with points

Gordon River Dam, Tasmania — How to hack your way to Tasmania with points

Eyeing off a trip to Tasmania? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks. READ ON →

05/12/2023

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How to hack your way to Nouméa with points

France meets the Pacific in New Caledonia — How to hack your way to Nouméa with points

Heading to Nouméa? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks. READ ON →

16/11/2023

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How to fly to Singapore using Qantas Points

Qantas Dreamliner — How to fly to Singapore using Qantas Points

Got points with the Red Roo and want to fly non-stop to the Lion City? Here are the best ways to put your Qantas Points towards a Singapore getaway on four airlines – including two you might not have considered. READ ON →

09/11/2023

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Escape to Geelong and the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula

Picturesque Geelong — Escape to Geelong and the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula

A short 80-minute drive from Melbourne, Geelong and the stunning Bellarine Peninsula await. We swing by for a long weekend to sample the best the region has to offer. READ ON →

11/10/2023

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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. READ ON →

19/09/2023

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How to hack your way to New York with points

New York City skyline — How to hack your way to New York with points

Heading to The Big Apple? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks. READ ON →

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Daniel Sciberras

Daniel: value traveller

Daniel's articles (302)

Point Hacks Destination Guides

Qantas Frequent Flyer Guides

Basics of Using Frequent Flyer Points

Best Uses of Points Guides

Buy Points and Miles Guides

Qantas offering deeply discounted First and Business award seats through Airbnb

COMPETITION CLOSED! Have you entered our Instagram Competition to win a $1,000 Virgin Australia Gift Voucher?

A look at American Express $0 Annual Fee card range

The ultimate guide to the American Express Membership Rewards program

Looking to buy the new Samsung Galaxy S10? Here is why you should do it through Bing Lee

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