Chris's articles (419)
Virgin Australia Beyond: Velocity’s secret above-Platinum tier
Virgin Australia's competitor to the Qantas Chairman's Lounge is normally shrouded in secrecy. But for a select few, there's a lot to enjoy behind closed doors. Here's a peek inside the world of 'very VIP'.
19 September 2023.
Is it worth going the extra mile from Qantas Platinum to Platinum One status?
Platinum One requires three times the flying compared to Qantas Platinum – but it's fair to say, the benefits aren't three times as good. Even so, is it worth reaching Qantas' highest public tier?
18 September 2023.
Why I happily spend (some of) my points on domestic Economy
Frequent flyers often chase flatbeds, and that's a great strategy to have. But there are many valid reasons to use points for domestic Economy. Here are some of mine.
15 September 2023.
Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-900neo Comfort+ (New York JFK – Los Angeles)
If Delta's Airbus A330-900neo is rostered onto your US domestic flight, book Comfort+. It's your ticket to a free Premium Economy seat upgrade, giving even more room to stretch out.
15 September 2023.
Brisbane flyers get two new paths to Europe, via China
China Eastern and China Southern bring back one-stop hops to Europe via China. Best of all, most transit travellers won't need a Chinese visa.
14 September 2023.
Star Alliance Lounge (Business Class), Los Angeles
This is one lounge that's truly worthy of an early arrival or a longer layover – and it's open to Business Class passengers departing LAX on 20 different airlines.
13 September 2023.
How to hack your way to New York with points
Heading to The Big Apple? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks.
11 September 2023.
Emirates Airbus A380 Economy Class (Dubai – Munich)
This easy six-hour flight is perfect for escaping jet lag. You board late afternoon, have dinner, watch a movie, and then you're in Germany by mid-evening for a good night's sleep on the ground.
07 September 2023.
The Qantas Chairman’s Lounge: for VIPs only
Everybody's talking about the Qantas Chairman's Lounge, yet no amount of flying can get you inside. I've got you covered, though – here's a sneak peek into the top-secret world few will ever get to experience.
06 September 2023.
Under the hood of the Emirates Skywards program
We catch up with Emirates' loyalty boss for an exclusive look behind the scenes at Skywards. For instance, did you know that only 18,000 people worldwide have Skywards Platinum status?
05 September 2023.
