Elite status with Qantas Frequent Flyer, Velocity and other frequent flyer programs is a valuable perk for those flying frequently in Economy who want to skip queues and access airline lounges.
We regularly update this guide with some of the better, more accessible and useful deals for obtaining enough Status Credits (SCs) for Qantas Gold status in one trip, with our current flight pick on sale until 7 January. Continue reading…
Last year, my partner and I flew to Europe, Japan and Hong Kong in Business Class on a oneworld Classic Reward redemption fare. This year, we again flew around the world in Business Class and stayed in 4- and 5-star hotels, using points almost all the way.
Thanks to lessons learned here on Point Hacks, we travelled for six weeks and spent less than $10,000 on all our transport and accommodation. Continue reading…
This is a good opportunity to top up your British Airways Executive Club balance with Avios to use for cheap last-minute Business and Economy Class flights on Qantas in Australia, American Airlines in the US, and Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific in Asia. Continue reading…
Given that Qantas runs periodic bonus Status Credits promotions, for those looking at achieving or retaining Qantas elite status, here are some of the best flights to take in order to fast-track your way to Gold or above. Continue reading…
The Qantas International First Class lounge is the only First Class lounge in Melbourne Airport. Despite its age (over 10 years), it is still a stylish lounge thanks to the ageless imported Italian marble and leather sourced from the makers of Ferrari.
We were able to revisit this lounge as part of the Melbourne Airport 2018 Excellence Awards and here is my take.
With the largest lounge network in Australia and a respectable offering overseas, Qantas lounge access is a valuable perk to passengers travelling in Business or First Class, higher-tier frequent flyers, and those lucky enough to have one of the credit cards that offer complimentary access. Continue reading…
This lounge is run by Qantas in partnership with British Airways and Cathay Pacific and will be most useful for Australia-based travellers returning from the US or The Americas on a Qantas, American Airlines or other oneworld flight. Continue reading…
Both new and current members of Qantas’ business loyalty program can pick up easy points when spending with one of 50+ partners before the end of September. Continue reading…
Australia’s flag carrier is putting its most fuel-efficient aircraft on flights to Hong Kong from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. During the summer months, the jumbojet will also make an appearance, with rare award availability at the front of the plane available right now. Continue reading…
The Qantas International First Lounge in Sydney consistently ranked as one of the world’s top ten airport lounges and along with the Melbourne International First Lounge, is one of the jewels in Qantas’ crown.
For any traveller that cares about experiencing the best that airlines have to offer, Qantas’ First Class lounges should be on your bucket-list – and points can help you check it off.
This lounge goes above and beyond by allowing you to tailor your experience, with table service either in the restaurant area or at your lounge seats, a good menu, spa offerings and a full bar.
Qantas Frequent Flyer’s lounge membership program Qantas Club gives you access to lounges, priority check-in, domestic upgrades and an additional checked baggage allowance.
In this guide, we outline pricing, points earn, the benefits of membership, and alternative ways to access these privileges. Continue reading…
Taking advantage of Qantas and LATAM’s nonstop services between Sydney/Melbourne and Santiago, you can get cheap fares to a traditionally expensive destination across a wide range of dates, plus pick up more than enough points for a domestic award flight. Continue reading…
You’ve been busy building up your points balance and eyeing a redemption, so when can you get first dibs on an award seat? Continue reading…
