Is it possible to redeem good value round the world flights with Velocity points?

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I recall reading an article here that suggested a clever way for making a round the world redemption and using this to make two separate trips (one to Europe and one to the US) but now I can’t find it.

Does anyone know if this is still possible using Velocity points and how it was done 9I recall there were some specific tips and tricks).

Thanks in advance.

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No possible using Velocity points. Qantas has oneworld RTW redemptions.

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I vaguely recall reading about it too but, like you, I can’t find the article. From memory it involved using Velocity points to fly a combination of Virgin Australia and Virgin Atlantic. Using those two airlines it is possible to fly around the world using Velocity points, but your destinations would be very limited.

I haven’t done the points calculations, but I suspect you’d be better off converting your Velocity points to Krisflyer and then booking a Star Alliance RTW redemption.

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