Travel Pointers Episode 13 – How to Use Avios
In episode 13 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss the best ways for Australians to earn and use Avios.
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In episode 13 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss the best ways for Australians to earn and use Avios.
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.
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.
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.
In episode 9 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss what to do in Japan, and how to get there.
In episode 8 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss how to redeem Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles and how to make the most of this great program.
In episode 7 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart share their best tips for finding reward flight availability in 2025 - including the airlines and routes with the most Business Class availability.
In episode 6 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and new co-host Wilson McTaggart discuss the recent changes announced to Qantas Frequent Flyer and their experiences flying with Qatar Airways, including the unique ways they each booked their tickets.
In episode 5 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt and Chris interview Velocity Frequent Flyer CEO Nick Rohrlach about the recent changes to Virgin Australia's loyalty program. Plus, find out why next year is a great time to visit Mongolia.
In episode 4 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Chris Chamberlin share their opinions on the Virgin Australia Velocity changes.
In episode 3 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Chris Chamberlin discuss the first time they each flew First Class (using points, of course!).
In episode 2 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Chris Chamberlin discuss strategies to get the best seat on the plane, and avoid choosing a windowless window seat (as they once did by accident). Plus, current airline status match opportunities and the latest news.