First Principles of Earning Points

Let's get into the absolute basics of where to start, and how to earn more of the right frequent flyer points currencies to suit your goals.

How to claim missing points from non-airline partners

This guide details retrospective claims from credit cards, rental cars and other partners. In most circumstances, you will first need to follow up with the partner who you transacted with, as opposed to your points program.
Earning points - First Principles: Ask Questions, Keep in the Loop and Have Fun

There is an enormous community around earning and redeeming points, with most people being more than happy to lend a hand or advice. The Point Hacks Community is a great place to start, with heaps […]
Earning points - First Principles: Earning from Offers & Partners

Pretty much anything these days can earn you points. I have no doubt there are a number of things in your everyday life that could and should be earning you points. Make sure you fuel […]
Earning points - First Principles: Earning from Credit Cards

Using credit cards to boost your points balance is the no-brainer part of the equation. I’d actually argue that this is the only way you’re going to get to redeem anything of real value, unless […]
Earning points - First Principles: Buying points and miles

Many major airlines offer a points or miles buying facility, with some, most notably American Airlines and Alaska Airlines often having point sales and bonus offers. These can be exceptional value, giving you the opportunity […]
Earning points - First Principles: Earning by flying

Flights is an obvious one for earning points, although unless you’re flying regularly, you’re not going to earn that many points from being up in the air. One part of flying a regular airline is […]
Earning points - First Principles: Getting Started with Frequent Flyer programs

The reality in Australia is that for the purposes of frequent flyer points, you’ve got two main choices, being Qantas and Virgin. Qantas’s program is called Qantas Frequent Flyer, while Virgin Australia runs theirs under […]
Earning and Using Points - First Principles

Earning points is easier than one might think, and it’s not just for the execs who get flown around Business Class weekly to rack up their points. I can assure you, there’s no voodoo going […]