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Domestic baggage allowances of Australian airlines

Planning how much to bring on trips can be a drag. In this guide, we try simplify the domestic luggage rules of major Australian airlines, including for infants and children.

06 November 2020.

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Qantas and Virgin Baggage Allowances

Emirates will restrict First Class reward seat access to most partners

Emirates will reduce access to its coveted First Class reward seats, with most partner airlines losing access from early 2021 — but Qantas Frequent Flyers won't miss out.

06 November 2020.

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The Ultimate Guide to Flybuys Travel

Flybuys travel offers you a way to cash out your flybuys points for just about any flight or hotel. But how does it compare to other rewards, such as transferring to Velocity Frequent Flyer or getting a discount at the checkout?

05 November 2020.

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Earn & redeem IHG One Rewards points with Mr & Mrs Smith Hotels

Two unique properties in Tasmania are included as part of IHG's expansion into boutique 'luxury and lifestyle' hotels.

03 November 2020.

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Thousand Lakes Lodge | Point Hacks by Brandon Loo

Prep for Christmas and earn more bonus points

We curate the latest Qantas and Velocity bonus points offers with your upcoming Christmas shopping for gifts, home decor and more.

30 October 2020.

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How to earn Qantas Points on RedBalloon experiences

RedBalloon offers unique gift experiences, perfect for friends, family, colleagues and even as a treat for yourself! Learn how to pocket at least 6 Qantas Points per dollar with RedBalloon this Christmas.

29 October 2020.

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Earn Velocity Points on car sharing with Flexicar

There's a new way to earn Velocity Points with car-sharing platform Flexicar. Velocity members could earn up to 4 points per dollar spent. Learn about how the program works.

29 October 2020.

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Hilton Honors now extends elite status until 2022

Hilton Honors is bringing in more member-friendly changes, including elite status extensions to 2022, halving the qualification thresholds, and freezing points expiry for at least another 14 months.

28 October 2020.

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What is a statement credit and how does it work?

Statement credits are designed to reward you by reducing the amount you need to pay off your credit card bill that month. But how does it work and how do you get one?

27 October 2020.

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What is a statement credit?

How to earn Velocity Points from completing surveys with e-Rewards

Doing a few quick surveys when you have a bit of downtime could help boost your Velocity Points balance through e_rewards surveys.

27 October 2020.

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