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Once bitten twice shy? Many of us have been bitten before when a program devalues its points or closes. The fear of being the victim once again often makes us constantly review our balances, looking at ways to ensure optimum value is achieved. Recent news that our local airlines have been struggling has had many … Continued
One member this week has a rather enviable problem. They have a ten day holiday to plan and have no idea where to go. Our well-travelled and limitlessly helpful bunch are delighted to provide some getaway recommendations. Locally, Central and Northern Australia were highly recommended for their culture and unique experiences. Our nearby Kiwi cousins … Continued
This month sees one of our members tempted down the path some have taken before. In the spirit of “Why fly direct when you can connect”, they are looking at flying Business to America via Fiji with Fiji Airways. What’s on offer? If you are a couple, a saving of $5,000 to start with! Airlines … Continued
Encounters can often provide travellers with memories they will keep forever. But some may leave you with the feeling of unease – missed opportunity or money saved? One of our members recently had such an experience Ever have one of those days where you wish you could go back and have again? We were walking … Continued
One of our members is planning a big family trip to Disneyworld in Florida, and asks the question I am looking to take the family to Disneyworld around September. So basically Sydney to Orlando. Assuming I am bronze member in both Frequent Flyer programs, and the money for the flights is roughly the same. We … Continued
Frequent Flyers have a lot to thank the Spanish for, including making Guam their only Pacific port east of the Philippines from about 1565. Thanks to the spoils of winning the American Spanish War in the 1890s, America was granted control over Puerto Rico & Guam, making them territories of the United States. While the … Continued
Hotel frequent guest programs are often an afterthought for many travellers. With careful use and keeping an eye on promotions however, they can save you a lot of money. One of the benefits that’s on offer, is of course free nights, and you don’t need status to enjoy them. Many of the hotel chains in … Continued
In a further dissection of “flying etiquette 101”, our members this week discuss the lowdown on the when and how of donning pyjamas in the sky. It is a question of etiquette as to whether donning a competing airlines pyjamas is acceptable. One member opines that provided the pyjamas are clean and tidy than the … Continued
With the sad news this week that another airline, Virgin Atlantic, will be ceasing service to Australia with their own aircraft, our members are left with some questions. Virgin Atlantic’s Flying Club has been a little known frequent flyer program to most Australians, but our members have seen significant value in earning and enjoying the … Continued
It is a common scenario, you are on a long flight from Australia and need to connect to another airline, so you have allowed some time in case of delays. So what do you do with your time? One of our members asks this very question about a destination that is quite popular for Australian … Continued
The attendant call button which every seat has access to can bring out the best and the worst in people. Some think of it as the in air equivalent of a butlers bell, while others feel it’s best used only in an emergency. One member prefers to get a bit of exercise, and thought perhaps … Continued
Ever read a travel article and thought it sounded familiar? This week’s trip report is from one member who has penned many such reports in the past. And has the experience of reading an article based on one of their previously published trip reports where even the photos were copied! So you know you’re in … Continued