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        Case Study: How I Booked a Round-the-World Trip in Premium Cabins

        New Finnair Business Class seat

        These Business Class Fares Exclude Lounge Access & Other Perks

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        Finding Reward Seats in 2025 Requires a New Strategy

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        How to Get from Australia to South America

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        Seat Recline Strategy: What’s Your Approach?

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        How to Use Google Flights for Cheaper Airfares

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        Priority Pass Lounges Adding Co-Payments

        SWISS Arrival Lounge at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

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        The Qantas lounges at Auckland Airport

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        Qantas Switches to Cathay Pacific Lounge in Vancouver

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        Bizarre Airline Lounge Access Restrictions at Bangkok Airport

        Water feature at the Qatar Airways Al Safwa Lounge Doha

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        An Air Pacific Boeing 747-400

        Then vs Now: Qantas’ Partner Airlines in 2005

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            Australians Can Earn Everyday Rewards Points at Woolworths New Zealand

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        Fly to South Africa via Paradise with Aeroplan Points

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        Fly Business Class to South Africa with Velocity Points

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        The Qantas Classic Rewards With No Taxes or Charges

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        Fly China Airlines Brisbane-Auckland with Qantas Points

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        Strategies for Cheap Business Class Flights to Europe

        British Airways A320s

        UK Air Passenger Duty: How to Avoid Paying Hundreds

        QF295 Business Class bedding

        Case Study: How I Booked a Round-the-World Trip in Premium Cabins

        New Finnair Business Class seat

        These Business Class Fares Exclude Lounge Access & Other Perks

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        Finding Reward Seats in 2025 Requires a New Strategy

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        How to Get from Australia to South America

        There are different approaches to seat recline etiquette

        Seat Recline Strategy: What’s Your Approach?

        Search for air travel information.,Air ticket computer booking for travel

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        Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse lounge bar at TBIT Los Angeles (LAX)

        Priority Pass Lounges Adding Co-Payments

        SWISS Arrival Lounge at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

        Arrival Access: How to Use Airport Lounges After Landing

        The Qantas lounges at Auckland Airport

        Qantas Auckland Lounge Closed for Upgrade

        Noodles from the Cathay Pacific Pier Lounge in Hong Kong

        Qantas Switches to Cathay Pacific Lounge in Vancouver

        Bangkok Airport terminal signage

        Bizarre Airline Lounge Access Restrictions at Bangkok Airport

        Water feature at the Qatar Airways Al Safwa Lounge Doha

        Ultimate Guide to the Qatar Airways Lounges in Doha

        Qantas Airbus A330-300 at Sydney Airport at night

        Airport Curfews: What, Where and Why?

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        New AMP Bank Everyday Account Earns Qantas Points

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        Bankwest Discontinues Qantas Transaction Account

        EFTPOS machine offering a choice of UAE Dirhams or AUD for payment with dynamic currency conversion

        Why is Dynamic Currency Conversion Even Legal?

        September 18, 2017 Bucharest/Romania - ING Bank branch entrance

        ING Bank Removes Overseas ATM Fee Rebates

        ATM free cash withdrawal

        No Overseas ATM Fees with Bankwest Qantas Transaction Account

        Claim Back GST with the Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

        Claim Tax Back with the Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

        Claim Back GST with the Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

        Nasty TRS Change Reversed

        Claim Back GST with the Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

        Nasty Change to Australia’s Tourist Refund Scheme

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        The Practicalities of Working on a Plane

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        Apple Airtag being placed into checked luggage bag

        Avoid Lost Luggage with Apple AirTags

        Iberia A350 view landing in Madrid

        How to Predict If Your Flight Will Have Turbulence

        JB Hi-Fi store at Heinemann Duty Free in Sydney Airport Terminal 1

        Guide to Buying an iPhone Duty Free in Australia

        LAX Airport

        Common Acronyms Used on the AFF Forum

        Baggage carousel at Melbourne Airport terminal 1

        How to Stop Airlines Losing Your Checked Baggage

        Air Canada Boeing 787-9 Business Class cabin

        How an ExpertFlyer Alert Got Me Into Business Class

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        Beginner’s Guide to Cruise Line Loyalty Programs

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        Taxi Credit Card Surcharges Are Outrageously High

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        Outback road trip

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        Spirit of Tasmania: An Alternative to Flying

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Airlines, Miles and Points

Airlines, miles, and points is the most popular topic at Australian Frequent Flyer. In this category, we provide expert tips, insider tricks, and facilitate discussions about Qantas, Virgin Australia, non-Australian airlines, and global airline alliances. From earning and redeeming frequent flyer points to maximising elite status benefits, we aim to help you get the most out of your travel.

We also cover every step of the journey – from planning and booking flights to experiencing the flight itself, and finally, arriving at your destination. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or just starting to explore the world of frequent flyer programs, you’ll find valuable advice to elevate your travel experience.

See below for articles on airlines, miles and points.

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The Sad History of Virgin Australia’s Long-Haul Network

19 March, 202519 March, 2025 Matt Graham

Before Virgin Australia ended long-haul services, it made many changes to its long-haul network since launching as V Australia in 2009.

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Don’t Want to Wait on Hold? Qantas Still Provides Customer Service via Social Media

18 March, 202518 March, 2025 Matt Graham

As an alternative to calling, you can access Qantas customer service through Facebook messenger. It might take a while to get a reply, but the social media team is on the ball.

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I Have Zero Qantas Points and It Feels Liberating

16 March, 202519 March, 2025 Matt Graham

After 14 years of earning and burning Qantas Points, I’ve finally spent every last one and have zero left in my frequent flyer account. It feels great!

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There are lots of flights from Australia to Denpasar (Bali), Indonesia

Overview of Airlines Flying from Australia to Bali in 2025

15 March, 202515 March, 2025 Matt Graham

There are 210 flights per week from 8 cities across Australia to Bali’s Denpasar Airport, on eight different airlines. Here’s an overview of all your options for flights to Bali.

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Guide to Qantas Points Club & Points Club Plus

14 March, 202514 March, 2025 Matt Graham

By earning at least 150,000 Qantas Frequent Flyer points in a year, you’ll automatically enjoy the benefits of Qantas Points Club membership.

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