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Qatar Airways and British Airways aircraft tails

Transferring & Redeeming Avios: An Overview of Airline Partnerships

Avios is the common points currency of seven airlines: British Airways, Iberia, Qatar Airways, Finnair, Aer Lingus, Vueling and now also Loganair. These diagrams show which frequent flyer programs you can transfer Avios between, and which airlines partner with each program.

1 Apr 2025 British Airways
Qatar Airways A380 First Class

How to Use Qatar Airways Avios

You can redeem Qatar Airways Avios - which you can get by transferring Amex Points - for award flights and upgrades. Our guide explains how.

30 Mar 2025 Qatar Airways
Current and historical Qantas uniforms

18 Things Qantas Does Well

Qantas may have its challenges, but there's lots to like about Australia's national carrier. Here are 18 things Qantas does particularly well.

28 Mar 2025 Qantas
Qantas Boeing 737-800s at Brisbane Airport

10 Things Qantas Could Do Better

I enjoy flying the flying kangaroo most of the time, but there are 10 things I think Qantas could improve including its call centre, aircraft cleaning and priority baggage.

28 Mar 2025 Qantas
Qantas Airbus A380 Premium Economy

Should Qantas Have a Minimum Reward Seat Guarantee?

Airlines including British Airways and Finnair guarantee a minimum number of reward seats on every flight. To help it overcome the perception that there aren't enough reward seats to go around, should Qantas do the same?

27 Mar 2025 Qantas
Browsing the Australian Frequent Flyer (AFF) website on a laptop while on a plane

The Practicalities of Working on a Plane

With many airlines now offering Wi-Fi, it's become even easier to work while flying. Here are some practical tips to consider when working on a laptop on a plane.

26 Mar 2025 Travel Tools & Technology
The Rex Lounge at Melbourne Airport Terminal 4

Everything You Need to Know About Rex Lounges

You can access the Rex Lounges in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide Airport with a membership, Rex Flyer status, or - like most people - through Priority Pass.

25 Mar 2025 Rex & Regional Airlines
Machu Picchu, Peru

10 Places Worth Visiting in South America

South America is a huge and diverse continent! To help you decide where to visit, here are Matt's personal top 10 destinations worth visiting in South America.

24 Mar 2025 Destinations