Loyalty Program is a popular topic at the Australian Frequent Flyer. All frequent flyer programs are essentially loyalty programs. But there are other non-airline loyalty programs, such as the loyalty programs associated with hotels.
Do you know someone who hasn't used their Velocity Frequent Flyer account for a while? Their Velocity points could expire on 30 June 2023 when Virgin Australia ends its pause on points expiration.
Virgin Australia Velocity points expire after 24 months of account inactivity, so you need to earn or redeem points at least every two years.
In episode 102 of AFF on Air, loyalty expert Mark Ross-Smith explains how airline alliances like Oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance work behind the scenes.
Virgin Australia's loyalty program Velocity Frequent Flyer is rebranding with a new logo and a new slogan - and there are more changes on the way.
Qantas will increase opportunities for members to redeem points on the ground through expanded retail partnerships, and by growing Qantas Hotels & Holidays.
Everyday Extra is about to become a bit less appealing as Woolworths increases subscription fees and reduces the benefits from 1 July 2023.
After commencing flights in August 2000, budget carrier Virgin Blue launched the "Velocity Rewards" loyalty program in November 2005.
Everyday Rewards is the Woolworths loyalty program. Previously branded as Woolworths Rewards, members earn points on purchases in return for supermarket savings or Qantas Frequent Flyer points.
Qantas Frequent Flyer points have almost become a de-facto currency in Australia. But Qantas points are not like money for several reasons.
In the years prior to Ansett's bankruptcy, most Ansett Global Rewards members were blissfully unaware of the risk of losing their points.
Last week, an unusually large number of Velocity Frequent Flyer member accounts were suspended due to suspicious activity.
Italy's flag carrier ITA Airways joined the SkyTeam alliance in 2021. Most other SkyTeam airlines still don't recognise its membership.