Author: Matt Graham
Matt Graham
Matt was the editor of Australian Frequent Flyer from 2015 until 2025. His passion for travel has taken him to more than 100 countries - with a lot of help along the way from frequent flyer points! Matt's favourite destinations (so far) are Germany, Brazil, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. His interests include aviation, economics & foreign languages, and he has a soft spot for good food and red wine. You can connect with Matt by posting on the Australian Frequent Flyer community forum and tagging @Mattg.
The “Idiot Check” I Do Before Leaving Any Hotel Room
Leaving something behind in a hotel room makes me feel like an idiot. So before checking out, I always do a final "idiot check". What are your hotel habits?
Qantas Club’s Short-Term “Flexible” Membership
With Qantas Club Flexible membership, you can use Qantas-operated domestic and international airport lounges (plus get extra baggage allowance) for 28 days at a time.
Daytime Flights from Asia to Australia
This article lists all of the daytime flights currently available from Asia to Australia, including the flight number and schedule.
Best Credit & Debit Cards for Overseas Travel & Online Shopping
Save on international transaction fees when shopping overseas or online with Australian credit cards such as the Bankwest World, CommBank Ultimate Awards and NAB Rewards Signature. We've put together a full list.
My Advice for Aspiring Travel Writers
In his final column as Australian Frequent Flyer's editor, Matt Graham shares the advice and travel writing tips he would give to an aspiring writer or content creator.
The Power of the AFF Community
There's nothing quite like the power of an engaged - and at times enraged - community to help other people and bring about positive change. That's exactly what AFF is, and it's thanks to people like you.
When Flying Ahead Backfires
Fly Ahead is a great benefit for Velocity Gold and Platinum members flying Virgin Australia that can get you home faster... well, usually.
Turbulence: What Causes It & How to Deal With It
If you don't enjoy turbulence when flying, understanding its causes and choosing your seat carefully can help you to get through it.
Complete Guide to Velocity Status Benefits on Partner Airlines
Velocity Silver, Gold & Platinum members of Virgin Australia's frequent flyer program receive selected benefits when flying partner airlines.