In the final AFF on Air podcast episode for 2021, Matt is joined by the owner of Australian Frequent Flyer Clifford Reichlin for a chat about the challenges of running a travel website during a pandemic – when nobody can travel.
Also in this episode, how to get an upgrade when flying with Qantas or Virgin Australia, and a potentially clever hack to get two free nights at Accor hotels.
Episode contents:
- 0:54 – Fortnightly news round-up
- 10:37 – How to upgrade your flight on Qantas or Virgin Australia
- 24:13 – Interview with Clifford Reichlin
- 39:05 – Listener question: Is it worth joining Accor Plus in Indonesia?
Links:
- AFF on Air Discussion thread – a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions
- How to Upgrade on Virgin Australia for $50
- The Qantas Call Centre is a Disgrace
- Guide to Accor Plus Membership
Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:
- Overview of Australian State Border Restrictions
- Border Rules Tightened Over Omicron Concerns
- Virgin Partners with Link Airways on Sydney-Canberra Route
- Westpac & St George Credit Cards Cap Qantas Points
- Earn Flybuys Points at Bunnings & Officeworks
- Earn Velocity Status Credits on Hertz Car Rentals
- Qantas Corrects Accor Earn Rate Error
- How to Buy & Redeem Avianca LifeMiles
