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How to Earn Virgin Australia Status

How to Earn Virgin Australia Velocity Status

Velocity Frequent Flyer status comes with perks when flying Virgin Australia and its partners. This guide explains how to earn it following the recent Velocity program changes.

6 May 2026 Virgin Australia
Qantas Hong Kong lounge entry

How to Buy a Qantas Club Day Pass

When flying with Qantas, you may be eligible to buy a Lounge Pass for access to the Qantas Club or Business Lounge. Prices range from around $25 to $84 per pass, depending on the lounge.

5 May 2026 Qantas
The Jetstar Dreamliner Business Class cabin

Jetstar Boeing 787 Business Class Overview

Jetstar Business Class seats on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner are not lie-flat but you'll get more space, meals and drinks including champagne. Jetstar has even just launched a new seat on its first refurbished jet.

27 Apr 2026 Jetstar
Hawaiian Airlines A330.

The Newest Airlines to Join Oneworld & Star Alliance

Star Alliance and Oneworld have both just got new members, with ITA Airways and Hawaiian Airlines joining alliances. Meanwhile, several more airlines are eyeing Oneworld membership.

23 Apr 2026 Global Airline Alliances
Boarding a Virgin Australia flight at a Brisbane Airport gate

Are Delays a License to Ignore Priority Boarding?

When a flight is delayed, gate staff often don't bother trying to offer or enforce priority boarding. Is this a deliberate tactic to get flights away faster, or just sloppy?

22 Apr 2026 Airports & Lounges