Author: Matt Graham
Is Qantas or Velocity Status Harder to Earn in 2025?
Our analysis shows that it costs an average flyer around 2-3x more money to earn status with Qantas than with Virgin Australia Velocity. But there's a catch.
Qantas A380 First Class Review
We review the Qantas First Class service on the Airbus A380 on QF63 from Sydney to Johannesburg. While the suite is very comfortable and the cabin crew are excellent, the soft product could probably use some small improvements.
Is Redeeming Points for Domestic Flights Better Value Than International?
Many frequent flyers save their points to use for long-haul Business Class flights. That's a sexy redemption, but does this strategy it still make the most sense?
The Best Ways to Redeem Velocity Points
The best ways to redeem Virgin Australia Velocity points are Reward Seats and upgrades. Some partner airline rewards also offer particularly exceptional value.
Current Virgin Australia Promo Codes
Save up 5-20% on domestic and international Virgin Australia flights with these current Virgin Australia discount codes.
Emirates Airbus A350-900 Premium Economy Review
We review the Premium Economy experience from Dubai to the UK on Emirates' new Airbus A350-900.
Is Your Hotel’s Minibar Trying to Trick You?
When staying at hotels, it's often confusing to work out which drinks and snacks are included, and which are chargeable minibar items. I suspect some hotels are deliberately vague in order to trick their guests.
Jetstar is Moving to Terminal 2 in Singapore
Jetstar flights from Singapore will depart from Terminal 2 at Changi Airport from 21 January 2026 — a much more convenient terminal for connectivity, and closer to the Qantas lounges.
Buying Velocity Points with a Discount: Is it Worth It?
You can purchase up to 250,000 Virgin Australia Velocity points each year with Velocity Points Booster. Until 21 October 2025, you can even get up to a 40% discount. But there are cheaper ways to earn Velocity Points.