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    Mixed fare type Getaway and Elevate

    I have a mixed fare type for a flight to Cairns in July. I suspect the flight may be cancelled by Virgin (if they are still around), but called Virgin to the understand cancellation terms as of present. They said it's outside of the COVID fare penalty waiver period, which I understood, but... I...
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    New Westpac Amex and credit checks

    I received an invitation to the new Westpac Amex card. Just wondering on others experience thus far, in particular if Amex/Westpac performed a credit check for those that have applied.
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    Rome Italy - Hotel Recommendations

    Planning to go to Rome in July and I am looking for 5 star hotel to stay for 4-5 nights for 2 adults and a 6 year old. Thinking of staying at the Boscolo Exedra Roma (Marriott) or the Aleph Rome Hotel (by Curio - Hilton) Boscolo Exedra Roma | Luxury 5 Star Hotel in Rome, Italy. Luxury hotel in...
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    The American Express Platinum Card - free lounge access

    Is anyone aware if the American Express Platinum Card lounge access extends to supplementary card holders? This was not clear from the Amex site (.....also if it extends to children of card holders when travelling with the card holder?)
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    Experience with bookgreece.com

    I am looking at booking a Greek Island Holiday next July, I came across Greece Hotels - Home through Tripadvisor and noted that hotel prices are cheaper through this site. Having not booked though this site in the past, I am wondering is anyone has an experience with them good or bad.
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    Earning Velocity Status Credits with Singapore Airlines

    Can Velocity status credits be earned when booking directly with Singapore Airlines? Assuming Velocity details are provided.
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    500000 Velocity Points and $2000 in Velocity travel bank. How to get to Rome

    Wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the best way to use: 500 000 Velocity Points $2000 in Velocity Travel Bank credit For: 2x Adults 1x Child To fly to Rome and return next July (2018) Business Class? I have assumed that I will need to pay part of the way but just wondering whether...
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    Disneyland (LA) and San Diego

    I am keen to travel to Disneyland and San Diego (Sea World) (from Sydney) with my 5 year old and wife next year. I have approx. 700K Velocity points and keen to travel business in early July for 2.5 weeks Any recommendations on flights welcome (best use of points). Also keen to get views on...
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    Uber discount

    I've been using Uber recently and I thought you might enjoy it too! Sign up using my promo code and get A$10 off your first ride! https://www.uber.com/invite/tonyl5558ue
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    $75 Powershop Credit before 30th June

    Hi A bit about Powershop: https://secure.powershop.com.au/friend_invitations/3TNRA8 With Powershop, you know exactly how much power you're using and how much it's going to cost you before you are asked to pay for it. Powershop is designed for you to take control of your electricity usage and...
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    Credit Card with the best reward earn rate - non amex

    Interested in peoples thoughts on the best non amex card ie visa or M/C with the best reward earn rate per $. 1. For airline frequent flyer points 2. General reward points Don't think I have come across any with a greater than 1.25 point per dollar ....
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    The Amex BMW Gold Credit Card

    Thought that this card offered 3 points per dollar when spending occurred overseas...but can't seem to find any reference of such. Is anyone aware whether this point increase for spending overseas exists??
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    Port Stephens

    Anyone with recommendations in 4-5 star resort / apartment in Port Stephens?
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    Hawaiian Hotels Booking Site

    After insider tip on the best website to book Hawaiian hotel accommodation. The best value for money site I have found so far is Blue Hawaii Resorts. Any recommendations would be appreciated
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    Hawaii Tips

    Does anyone have any recommendations or tips on where to stay in Oahu. I have a young family ie one year old and was looking at a getaway with my wife. I have had recommendations for the Hilton Waikiki Beach ie offers babysitting and is child friendly. Looking for 4-5 star resort over the NY...
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    Expedia Price Matching a Joke

    Expedia offers a price match service if a customer can prove they can find a cheaper equivalent airfare (exact same flights). I managed to find cheaper flights though bestflights.com.au but since all my other flights have been booked through Expedia I decided to provide them with the business...
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    Yellow Fever - Travel to Rio (Brazil) and Buenos Aires (Argentina)

    My wife and I are going to Rio (Brazil) and Buenos Aires (Argentina). Normal travel advice seems to indicate that Yellow Fever vaccinations are required for Brazil, jungle areas eg Iguazu Falls. My GP has stated that we don't require it for Rio and Buenos Aires. Normally we would take the...
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    Great Westpac Customer Service

    Its not often you have good things to say about the banks. But I found Westpac very helpful today when I called to cancel my card and was impressed by there flexibility.
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    FrequentFlyer.com.au android app

    Is there an android app planned for this site? Also is there a mobile version of the site that can be accessed (if so whats the url)?
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    Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires recommendations

    Has any one got any recommendations of hotels to stay in either Rio de Janeiro or Buenos Aires? Looking for hotels 4 star and above in a central (safe) location. Thank you in advance :confused:
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