Author: Wilson McTaggart

Wilson McTaggart

Wilson's love of travel started from a young age, but his love for points developed after figuring out ways to travel on a gap year for less - leading naturally towards Australian Frequent Flyer! Wilson's hobbies include skiing, cricket and planning trips, both with and without points. Wilson posts on the AFF forum as @WilsonM.

Garuda Indonesia Airbus A330 at Sydney Airport

Garuda Indonesia Airbus A330 Economy Class Review (Sydney-Bali)

Garuda Indonesia offers arguably the best Economy Class experience between Australia and Bali, with comfortable seats on its Airbus A330 and tasty food.

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All Nippon Airways Boeing 787-8 at Haneda Airport with Japan Airlines planes in background

Travel Pointers Episode 12 – Redeeming Qantas & Velocity Points on Partner Airlines

In episode 12 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss how to use your points on Qantas and Velocity partner airlines, and the interesting way Wilson flew to Singapore recently.

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Happy multiracial friends group using smartphone in London. Mixed race millennials people lifestyle concept. Friends sharing trip on social network. Big ben and Westminster parliament on background.

How to Get Airline Student Discounts

Many airlines flying to Australia have student programs, offering discounts and extra benefits such as additional baggage allowances or free booking changes to students who want to travel for less.

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Suitcase with lost sticker on an airport baggage conveyor or baggage claim transporter Frankfurt

Travel Pointers Episode 11 – When Travel Goes Wrong

In episode 11 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss the mistakes they've made and things that have gone wrong while travelling - and what they would do next time to avoid them.

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SWISS Arrival Lounge at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Arrival Access: How to Use Airport Lounges After Landing

Many airlines offer airport lounge access on arrival to Business & First class passengers, as well as frequent flyers with elite status.

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Cathay Pacific Boeing 777-300ER

Cathay’s New Asia Miles Award Charts in 2025

Cathay changed its award flights prices in 2025, but at the same time it stopped publishing award charts. Our unofficial tables show how many Asia Miles you'll now need for a flight.

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Entrance to the Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Singapore Changi Airport

Qatar Airways’ Confusing Lounge Access Rules

Qatar Airways lounge access rules can be confusing, as the airline sometimes sends passengers to different lounges based on their class of travel or status.

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Businessman in Virgin Australia Lounge

Beginner’s Guide to Virgin Australia Business Flyer

Virgin Australia Business Flyer offers great perks for small and medium businesses, including bonus points and discounts with partners.

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Qatar Airways Qsuite on the Airbus A350-1000

Travel Pointers Episode 10 – How to Find Cheap Flights

In episode 10 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss the latest news and the strategies they use to save money on flights.

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