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Qatar Airways eyes 25% stake in Virgin Australia

If approved, the stronger partnership could also see Virgin Australia launch international flights to Doha, using Qatar Airways aircraft and crew.

01 October 2024.

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Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines unlocks miles transfers

It's a new opportunity for Australian-based flyers to transfer points from Amex Membership Rewards to Hawaiian Airlines, and then onwards to Alaska Airlines.

30 September 2024.

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Alaska Hawaiian Tie-up

Best ways to use up to 40,000 Velocity Points

A balance of 40K Velocity Points is enough for a Business Class flight within Asia, or up to three return trips in Economy within Australia.

27 September 2024.

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Best uses 40K Velocity Points

Buy Avianca LifeMiles with up to 200% bonus

Planning a trip to Asia with Thai Airways or Japan's ANA? Buy Avianca LifeMiles with a huge bonus and enjoy the comforts of Business Class for cheaper.

27 September 2024.

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ANA The Room Lifemiles

American Airlines Boeing 777 Flagship Business (Los Angeles – Sydney)

It's a pleasant 15-hour flight over the Pacific with a comfortable seat and bed – and the experience is set to become even more competitive once the new Flagship Suites are installed.

23 September 2024.

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American Airlines Champagne Pre-Takeoff

Qatar Airways increases booking fee with Avios

A Qatar Airways Business reward seat between Australia and Europe is now around $200 more expensive when booked with Avios – but Velocity rewards are unaffected.

16 September 2024.

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American Airlines Boeing 777 Premium Economy (Sydney – Los Angeles)

When using Qantas Points, American Airlines flights cost the same as Qantas. But is a Premium Economy reward worth almost double the cost of a standard Economy reward?

16 September 2024.

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American Airlines Premium Economy seat recline

Springing into the updated Qantas First menus

Qantas' latest spring menus brings fresh flavours – here's what's good on a recent spin through the Sydney and Los Angeles First Lounges.

13 September 2024.

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Turkish Airlines locks in Sydney launch

Non-stop flights between Australia and Türkiye are a step closer as Turkish Airlines launches flights to Sydney, initially going via Kuala Lumpur.

12 September 2024.

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Turkish Airlines launches flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

The Ultimate Guide to Qantas Business Rewards

New changes to Qantas Business Rewards include more points at Qantas Hotels and the ability to earn points with select Jetstar fare bundles.

11 September 2024.

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Qantas Business Rewards