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Thai Airways Business Class Disappoints

An AFF member who recently flew Thai Airways Business class believes the experience was poor value for money. SCW flew Thai Business class from Sydney to Lahore via Bangkok. The cabin crew were great. But in this member’s opinion, the Business class seats, catering and in-flight entertainment were all below-par. I recently flew Thai business SYD-Bangkok-Lahore … Continued

13 Apr 2018 Flight Reviews

Dodgy Travel Agent Pockets Airfare

A dodgy travel agent has been caught allegedly taking payment for Business class airfares while using their own frequent flyer points to make the booking. AFF member Iggy_type_r discovered the travel agent’s actions only after the airline refused to credit any points for their flights to Europe. No points or status credits were earned because the … Continued

12 Apr 2018 Planning & Booking

Alaskan Miles Unlock Korean Air Business Class Awards

Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is a popular frequent flyer program for several reasons. Not only are award flights great value, but Alaska Airlines also sells miles. In a recent promotion, Alaska Airlines offered up to 40% bonus miles on purchases. This can work out to be a great deal when redeeming Alaskan miles for award … Continued

12 Apr 2018 Other Airlines Points Inspiration

Qantas to Start Perth-Johannesburg Flights?

Qantas is reportedly considering launching direct flights from Perth to Johannesburg. Complementing Qantas’ existing route from Sydney to South Africa, the new service would directly compete with South African Airways. The new Qantas flights from Perth to Johannesburg would operate 4x weekly from 7 December 2018, using an Airbus A330-200. Routes Online reports that Qantas … Continued

11 Apr 2018 Qantas

Qantas Terminal, Lounge Changes in Manila

Qantas will shift its Manila flights from Terminal 1 to the more modern Terminal 3 from the end of August. Qantas’ terminal change in Manila is just one of many scheduled for the end of August 2018 at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Many other international airlines are also moving to Terminal 3, while domestic Cebu … Continued

10 Apr 2018 Airports & Lounges

Virgin Australia Sparks Hong Kong Price War

Virgin Australia will begin direct flights from Sydney to Hong Kong from 2 July. To celebrate the new route’s launch, cheap flights to Hong Kong are now on sale from just $529 return and Business class is available from just $1,742 return! Virgin’s entry on the Sydney-Hong Kong route is great if you’re a Virgin … Continued

8 Apr 2018 Virgin Australia

Extra Virgin Upgrade Space for Platinum Members

It’s relatively well-known that the Qantas call centre can release extra reward seats for Platinum frequent flyers. It seems Virgin’s call centre staff may also have similar powers to release extra Virgin Australia upgrade space. Platinum Velocity members are entitled to up to four complimentary upgrades from Economy Freedom fares to Business class per year. … Continued

8 Apr 2018 Virgin Australia

Best Pay-per-use Airport Lounges in Singapore

There are many airline-operated airport lounges in Singapore, such as the Qantas Singapore Lounge. If you’re flying Business class – or hold elite airline status – you probably already enjoy access to at least one of these lounges when flying from Singapore’s Changi Airport. Lounge access in Singapore is particularly useful if you’re flying to … Continued

7 Apr 2018 Airports & Lounges

Air New Zealand Ditches Virgin Australia Alliance

Air New Zealand has terminated its trans-Tasman alliance with Virgin Australia. The surprise announcement marks the end of an 8-year partnership between the Kiwi carrier and Virgin Australia. Air New Zealand’s alliance with Virgin Australia will end on 28 October 2018. From this date, Virgin Australia customers will no longer be able to book Air … Continued

7 Apr 2018 Air New Zealand

Business Class to London: Upgrade vs Reward Booking

Nobody wants to fly to Europe in Economy, but few can afford a full-price Business class ticket. That’s where frequent flyer points can come in very handy! Qantas points can be used to upgrade an Economy seat to Premium Economy or Business class. You can also use Qantas points to book an outright Classic Flight … Continued

5 Apr 2018 Qantas

Dedicated First Class Service at Qantas Singapore Lounge

Qantas has an excellent lounge at Singapore’s Changi Airport. The combined Business & First class lounge features a seasonal dining menu, bar service, helpful staff and well-appointed showers. Unfortunately, the Qantas Singapore Lounge can get very crowded in the evening. This has been a problem for many months. But lounge overcrowding has just become much … Continued

5 Apr 2018 Airport Lounge Reviews

Redeem Qantas Points on Fiji Airways to the USA

If you’ve ever tried to redeem Qantas points for flights to the United States – especially in Business class – you’ve probably come across lack of award availability. Business class award seats from Australia to North America are in very high demand. And the few Business class reward seats that Qantas does release are often taken … Continued

4 Apr 2018 Points Inspiration Qantas