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.

PARKROYAL Hotel Melbourne Airport

The Best Hotels at Melbourne Airport

PARKROYAL is the best Melbourne Airport hotel, followed by Novotel, Ibis Styles and Holiday Inn. Mantra is also a good value option a short drive away from Tullamarine Airport.

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Turkish Airlines A330-300 Business Class

Turkish Airlines A330-300 Business Class Review (Istanbul-Bangkok)

We review the Turkish Airlines Business Class experience on the long-haul version of its Airbus A330, flying from its Istanbul Airport hub to Bangkok.

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Gin bar at the Qantas London Lounge

How to Claim the AFF Qantas Club Discount

AFF Gold and Platinum members can claim their 20% Qantas Club discount through the AFF Member Lounge. This guide explains the process.

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Qantas international business lounge Brisbane

Guide to Qantas Club Lounges & Membership

Qantas Club members can access lounges at 24 Australian airports and many more overseas. Our guide explains everything you need to know.

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Air New Zealand Lounge at Sydney Airport

Travel Pointers Episode 24 – Airport Lounges + Air NZ’s Loyalty Program

In episode 24 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham chats to LoungePair CEO Daniel Kinnoch about everything to do with airport lounges. Plus, why there might be value in Air New Zealand's Airpoints frequent flyer program after all!

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AFF Credit Card Point Valuations - how much a bank or payment platform point is worth in Australia

How Much a Credit Card Point is Worth: Our Valuations

Our sophisticated Credit Card Point Valuation model calculates the average value of an Australian bank or payment platform point. Find out which programs have the most and least valuable points!

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AFF Point Valuations - how much a frequent flyer point is worth

How Much a Frequent Flyer Point is Worth: Our Valuations

We've created a sophisticated model that calculates the average value to an Australian of frequent flyer points and credit card reward points with different programs. Find out which programs have the most and least valuable points!

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Europe's Schengen countries no longer stamp passports

Europe Will Stop Stamping Passports

Europe's Schengen countries will soon stop stamping the passports of foreign visitors, ahead of ETIAS coming into effect in 2026.

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Virgin Australia Lounge, Adelaide

Virgin Australia Lounge Guide

Virgin Australia operates seven stylish domestic airport lounges across Australia. Our guide explains what to expect in the lounge, and how to get in.

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