Have you ever been asked while travelling whether you wanted to pay in Australian dollars or the local currency? The offer to pay in Australian dollars overseas is known as "dynamic currency conversion", and it's a complete and total rip-off. When a customer pays using dynamic currency conversion, the merchant makes a commission. So it's in their interest for you to pay in … [Read more...]
How to Buy and Redeem United MileagePlus Miles
Note: United is removing award charts and introducing dynamic award pricing for travel on United from 15 November 2019. United Airlines has announced another new promotion on buying miles! Until 26 July 2019, you can get up to 40% off purchases of United MileagePlus miles. Buying United miles during a promotion is a clever way to save money on Star Alliance Business … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Qantas Business Class Seat Guide
A great Business class seat can make all the difference between a restful and an uncomfortable flight. Across the airline's long-haul and short-haul fleet, there are 6 different types of Qantas Business Class seats. Some are lie-flat seats, while others are recliners. Naturally, some Qantas Business seats are better than others. Until recently, Qantas also had different … [Read more...]
A VPN is a Must-Have for Overseas Internet Access & Security
If you travel overseas a lot, there are several reasons it can be beneficial to use a virtual private network, or VPN. As well as improved online security, VPNs allow you to circumvent geo-blocking and watch streaming services like US Netflix, ABC iView and the BBC while you are overseas. While you're online, a VPN connects your computer, smart phone or tablet to a server in … [Read more...]
Final Approval for Qantas, American Joint Venture
The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has officially granted final approval for Qantas to commence its Joint Venture with American Airlines. It follows the tentative approval which was given last month for coordination on trans-Pacific flights between the United States and Australia & New Zealand. The final approval paves the way for Qantas to launch new, non-stop … [Read more...]
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