Trip Reports & Reviews

Trip Reports & Reviews is a popular topic at the Australian Frequent Flyer. In this category Australian Frequent Flyer members report and review flights, hotels and airport lounges.

Flying Around Indochina

Our member coyote25 recently sampled a range of Asian airlines as part of a tour of South-East Asia. Lao Airlines, Thai Smiles and even Qatar Airways were among the airlines flown as our member travelled around the delightful countries of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. Flying overseas is always a unique experience, particularly when flying … Continued

27 Jul 2016 Flight Reviews

A Trip of “Firsts” to the USA

It may have been a short trip to the United States, but our member Amaroo certainly travelled there in style! Our member flew Qantas First class to Los Angeles, en-route to Las Vegas and New York. But that wasn’t the only “first” on a trip that also saw our member trying out new airport lounges … Continued

16 Jul 2016 Flight Reviews

A Trip to Istanbul and Historic Turkey

Our well-travelled member RooFlyer recently returned from a holiday to some of the historic parts of Turkey, as well as Oman in the Middle East! The trip began with a couple of Business class flights on Qatar Airways. The good service made for a great start to an exciting trip, and soon enough our member … Continued

6 Jul 2016 Destinations

Breathtaking Uluru: An Outback Adventure

Our member Justinf has just returned from another “trip of a lifetime”, having visited Uluru with his daughter. It seems the experience was thoroughly enjoyed, with enduring memories created. I highly recommend going to the red centre. If you are thinking about it, just do it when you can afford it and when it’s convenient. … Continued

29 Jun 2016 Destinations

A Bucket List Flight in First

An international flight in First class is a bucket list trip for many people. But our member Justinf recently decided to turn his dream into a reality by sampling First class on Qantas’ longest flight! Flying from Sydney to Dallas/Fort Worth in the United States, our member got to try out Qantas’ flagship First class product on the … Continued

1 Jun 2016 Flight Reviews

A Magic Carpet Tour of Persia

Our member Skyring recently travelled to an intriguing part of the world that very few get the opportunity to experience first-hand. Having been inspired by the stories of Bruce, a Persian carpet salesman, our member visited the Middle Eastern country of Iran. The thought of participating on a tour through a “difficult” country, led by … Continued

25 May 2016 Destinations

Peru’s Magical Machu Picchu

On a recent trip to South America, AFF member amaroo decided to celebrate a special birthday with a visit to Machu Picchu. This historical Incan site is one of the great wonders of the world! After enjoying the Qantas Business service to Chile, LAN was used for the final flights to Cusco, Peru. Cusco is the gateway … Continued

16 May 2016 Destinations

Emirates First across the Tasman

Flying in First class on an international flight may seem out of reach. But our members have discovered a way to do just that. Emirates regularly offers First class sale fares from New Zealand to Australia for under NZ$900. These fares also earn 120 Qantas status credits, making them a great way to earn some … Continued

11 May 2016 Flight Reviews

Two Months in North America

Our member Noel Mugavin recently spent two months in the United States and Canada! And it certainly seems to have been quite an adventure. Seattle, Vancouver, Chicago, Boston and New York are just a few of the many destinations visited. Flying Qantas into the United States, our member began by heading across the northern border to Vancouver, … Continued

27 Apr 2016 Destinations

Six Days of Luxury for $1,200!

Six days of ultimate luxury, involving First class flights and five-star hotels may sound like merely a dream. But this is exactly what one AFF member was recently lucky enough to experience. After flying from Australia to the UAE in First class on Etihad Airways, our member Moindardt spent three nights at a popular 5-star hotel in … Continued

20 Apr 2016 Flight Reviews

Honeymooning in New Zealand

Our member GarrettM recently shared his experience of honeymooning in New Zealand in the form of a trip report. Visiting both the North and South Island, there were many highlights in this country renowned for its natural beauty and friendly locals. Flying across the Tasman via Melbourne, our newly-wed member began the trip in Auckland. … Continued

6 Apr 2016 Destinations