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.

Emirates flight attendants show off the airline's new A380 Premium Economy cabin

How to Fly Emirates Premium Economy in 2024

Although you can't yet redeem points for an Emirates Premium Economy reward ticket or upgrade, flights are available for sale on 31 routes - with more to come soon. You can even book a Qantas codeshare flight to earn more points & status credits.

Singapore Airlines Boeing 777 takes off from Changi Airport

What To Do With Expiring KrisFlyer Miles

If you have Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles that are due to expire soon, you need to take action to avoid losing them forever.

Malaysia Airlines 737-800 and a Qantas A380 at Singapore Changi Airport

Qantas Working to Fix Reward Ticket Cancellation Flaw

Qantas is working to resolve a glitch causing reward flight tickets on partners including Malaysia Airlines to be unexpectedly cancelled.

Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER Business Class

25% Bonus on Star Alliance Rewards Transfers to KrisFlyer

Singapore Airlines is giving 25% bonus miles if you transfer Star Alliance Rewards points to KrisFlyer between 20 September and 31 October 2024.

Intercontinental Hotel, Wellington

Complimentary Hotel & Car Hire Status for Velocity Members

As a Velocity Gold or Platinum member, you can get complimentary partner status with your choice of IHG One Rewards or Hilton Honors, as well as Hertz or Europcar.

Aerial drone panoramic view over the city of Hamilton, in the Waikato region of New Zealand. Taken: Sunday, 19 December 2021.

Jetstar’s Surprising New Trans-Tasman Routes

Jetstar will soon fly direct from Australia to two surprising new cities in regional New Zealand - Hamilton and Dunedin.

Qatar Airways Qsuite Business Class

Qatar Airways Increases “Reward Fees” to Australia

Qatar Airways Privilege Club has quietly increased the surcharges payable when you redeem Avios on many of its flights, including to Australia.

Madrid Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas (Las Ventas Bullring) aerial view with historical buildings in Spain.

Europe 2025 Early Bird Sales on Now

Many airlines including Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Air France are now offering 2025 Europe Early Bird airfare deals. Get in quick to secure a great price!

Jetstar cabin crew in front of a Dreamliner

Guide to Jetstar’s Fare Bundles

Jetstar has updated its fare bundles, removing the Economy Max option and changing the inclusions on other bundles. As a result, some Jetstar fares now earn fewer Qantas points & status credits.