Author: Matt Graham
Earn Qantas Status Credits at Woolworths
It’s now possible to earn Qantas Frequent Flyer status credits at Woolworths supermarkets until 30 June 2020. If you’re a Woolworths Rewards member and have opted in to earning Qantas points, every 2,000 Woolworths Rewards points is converted to 1,000 Qantas points. This conversion happens automatically within 24 hours of reaching 2,000 Woolworths Rewards points. … Continued
Flight Centre Fee Backflip after Legal Action Threats
Flight Centre has reversed its controversial policy of charging $300 per passenger for involuntary flight cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The travel agency will also refund customers that have already been charged the cancellation fee after the ACCC threatened legal action. As Australian Frequent Flyer reported four weeks ago, many Flight Centre customers were surprised … Continued
Podcast #35: Travelling to North Korea
Ever wondered what it’s like to travel to North Korea – a country that had strict rules and border controls well before COVID-19 made them cool? In Episode 35 of the AFF on AIR podcast, Matt chats to Gus Higgins about travelling to this reclusive country. While in North Korea, he found out why Air … Continued
Travelling to North Korea – AIR035
When Peru suddenly went into lockdown in March, hundreds of Australians were stranded all over the country, unaware of what was going on or how many others were in the same situation. Within days, Gus Higgins created the “Aussies in Peru” Facebook group which has been credited with connecting most of those Australians and … Continued
LATAM Airlines Has Left Oneworld
South American airline LATAM has left the Oneworld alliance today. LATAM Airlines announced its intention to exit Oneworld in September 2019, initially proposing an October 2020 departure date. This was later brought forward to 1 May 2020. Although LATAM Airlines has departed the Oneworld alliance, it retains extensive partnerships with some Oneworld member airlines including … Continued
Which International Airlines Still Fly to Australia in May 2020?
With Australia’s borders effectively closed, and most Australians banned from leaving the country for the time being, it’s fair to say that demand for international air travel is weak right now. Many airlines have responded by reducing or eliminating international flights to or from Australia. But the movement of cargo is more important than ever. … Continued
Virgin Australia Creditors Owed $6.8 Billion
Virgin Australia currently owes $6.8 billion – more than previously thought – to around 12,000 creditors, the administrators have revealed. More than 9,000 of those creditors are Virgin employees, which are owed a combined total of $451 million. It also turns out that the trust backing the value of Velocity Frequent Flyer points is owed … Continued
Struggling Hotels Offer “Work from Hotel” Packages
Struggling hotels are now offering “work from hotel” day room packages to people struggling to work productively from home. If you can’t get to your normal office, but you’re sick of working from home, this could be perfect for you! For as little as $59 per day, you’ll have your own private hotel room for … Continued
What to Expect on Domestic Flights during COVID-19
While the COVID-19 lockdowns continue, most of us are staying home and are not travelling. But some people still need to travel for work or compassionate reasons, which is why the federal government is subsidising domestic flights for the next two months. Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar and some regional airlines, including Regional Express and Airnorth, … Continued