Airport lounge access rules can be confusing at the best of times. But issues arise particularly often when frequent flyers try to use their status benefits from one airline while crediting the flight to a different airline’s frequent flyer program. If you have Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald status with an airline other than Qantas, such … Continued
It looks like Regional Express Airlines (Rex) is serious about leasing Boeing 737s and flying major capital city routes from March 2021. But will Rex be able to woo frequent flyers, and is there really enough room for a third player in the domestic market? Rex’s plan to launch capital city flights In May 2020, … Continued
Ever wondered how many flight attendants are required to operate a flight? The minimum ratio of flight attendants to passengers varies by country, but it’s generally between 1:36 and 1:50. In Australia, the standard minimum ratio is 1 flight attendant for every 36 passengers. But there are some exemptions. For example, flight attendants are not … Continued
Virgin Australia may still be in voluntary administration, owing thousands of customers refunds, but that’s not stopping the airline from trying to stimulate new flight bookings! Velocity Frequent Flyer has launched a new “double points” offer on Virgin Australia flights this week. Until 29 September 2020, you can earn double Velocity points on new Virgin … Continued
If you’re unable to travel at the moment, you may be wondering whether to cash out your frequent flyer points for gift cards or products. You’re not alone. Many once-frequent travellers are now left with a stack of frequent flyer points that they can’t immediately use for travel. But is it really a good idea … Continued