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Is it worth buying American Express Membership Rewards points?

Did you know that American Express Membership Rewards cards have a hidden option to buy points? It's an expensive option, but one that could come in handy in certain situations.

10 September 2024.

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Singapore Airlines offers Early Bird fares with 30% bonus KrisFlyer miles

Until 25 September, lock in your Singapore Airlines Early Bird fares and also earn 30% bonus KrisFlyer miles on top.

09 September 2024.

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Emirates set to withdraw from Singapore-Melbourne

Say goodbye to one of the best Emirates First Class 'sweet spot' redemptions with Qantas Points – but there's still time to experience it for yourself.

09 September 2024.

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Emirates Boeing 777 First Class

Our 9 favourite uses of 100,000 Qantas Points

With a wide range of international partners, plus domestic and trans-Tasman flights to choose from, here's how you can spend 100,000 Qantas Points.

30 August 2024.

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Best uses of 100,000 Qantas Points

When do frequent flyer programs release reward seats?

You've been busy building up your points balance and planning a fancy holiday. So when can you get first dibs on those reward seats?

29 August 2024.

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Qantas kicks off a week of sales: domestic, London, Paris and more

It's not quite the same as last week's 'error fare' to Los Angeles, but this week you can book Premium Economy seats to London for less than the standard Classic Reward price.

27 August 2024.

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Qantas A330 at Sydney Airport

Virgin Australia gets green light for Air New Zealand partnership

Later this year, Velocity members can earn and redeem points on selected Air New Zealand flights. There are also perks for Velocity elites too, such as Air NZ lounge access.

23 August 2024.

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Case study: what to do if your points are stolen

There are growing reports of frequent flyer points being stolen from accounts. Here's what to do if this happens to you.

23 August 2024.

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How to earn Status Credits.

2,000 bonus Velocity Points on Virgin Australia flights

If you're planning to jet off with Virgin Australia anytime in the next 11 months, be sure to activate this offer for a massive 2,000 bonus Velocity Points per flight.

22 August 2024.

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Virgin Australia Cabin Crew

How to upgrade Virgin Australia flights with Velocity Points

Here's how to turn your Velocity Points into a Business Class seat on Virgin Australia – including tips on locking-in an instant, confirmable upgrade.

20 August 2024.

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VA 737 Business Class Aisle