Should Qantas Introduce Lifetime Platinum Status?

Qantas is one of several Oneworld airlines to offer lifetime status. Recognising continuing customer loyalty over many years, Qantas offers lifetime Silver and Gold status to frequent flyers that earn 7,000 or 14,000 lifetime status credits, respectively. But Qantas has never offered a Lifetime Platinum tier. This week our members discuss the possibility of a … Continued

New Pullman Brisbane Airport Hotel

Accor has recently opened two new hotels at Brisbane Airport. The Pullman Brisbane Airport Hotel and neighbouring Ibis Hotel are conveniently located across the road from Brisbane’s domestic terminal, a short walk from the domestic airport railway station. The new hotels are a welcome addition to Brisbane Airport. Previously, the closest hotel to Brisbane Airport … Continued

Qantas Business Direct is Closing Down

Qantas Business Direct, a loyalty program for businesses and corporate travellers, is closing down from 14 February 2018. Replacing it will be the existing Qantas Business Rewards program. Qantas Business Direct has been around for many years. The program made it easier for businesses to book corporate travel, offering flight discounts and sending out monthly … Continued

Earn More Flybuys Points with Targeted Bonus Offers

There is much more value in the Coles Flybuys loyalty program than first meets the eye! At first glance, it doesn’t seem like a great deal… you earn 1 Flybuys point for every dollar spent at Coles supermarkets, and you need to earn 2,000 points to get a $10 voucher. But you can earn more … Continued

Hilton Honors Program Changes from April 2018

Major changes have been announced to Hilton Honors, effective from April 2018. Hilton Honors is the loyalty program of Hilton Hotels, which covers brands including Conrad, Double Tree and Waldorf Astoria. The Hilton Honors program changes are largely positive, with some new benefits for frequent stayers. But there is bad news for base level and … Continued