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Some time back I was scolded on this site for daring to criticise the poor service provided by the low-cost carriers. My predictions that LCCs would eventually succumb to the pressures of a savvy Australian public by either changing their ways or getting out altogether have come true. Jetstar...

:?:I am fairly new to Star Alliance after supporting One World for many years. I am working towards attaining Gold Status. I know it's probably best to consoldiate my FF memberships of Air NZ, Singapore & Thai. But which one is going to get me to Gold quicker? Thai seems to offer a longer...

What is the general feeling with Jetstar's domestic Australian services? I, like many, refused to recognise Jetstar's existence after initially being treated so badly by them. They have since toned down their aggressiveness towards customers. However my check-in experience at Melbourne reflected...

Not sure I like the total electronic check-in and lounge access with Air NZ. They are to be congratulated on the futuristic advancements but for the loyal and weary traveller there is an air of impersonality. I had no help at Auckland Airport Domestic when trying to check in. Ended up asking for...

I thought I'd try out Emirates Airlines because of the many favourable comments about the ariline. Realised how valuable my loyalty is with Qantas, Air NZ and Virgin Atlantic when Emirates slugged me $60 excess baggage, squashed me into an uncomfortable seat delayed me 45 minutes. The...

I have never had much interest in this scheme and am not at all surprised at its inevitable failure. I think you need to spend millions or dollars to receive an electric kettle as a gift! Won't be saddened to see it go and agree that it will be one less card to think about! Matt

I only need 2500 UA Mileage Plus miles for a reward (eg Aus to NZ return). Any suggestions as to how I can get these points as soon as possible? Matt