Taking the longer route can be beneficial for frequent flyers chasing status. READ ON →

The Hotel Collection is a special benefits program and comes in handy when looking for perks at high-end hotels. READ ON →

Marriott Bonvoy offers 6 status levels, including 3 lifetime status levels. READ ON →

We weigh up the benefits of Platinum One against all the extra flying you need to do. READ ON →

There is only one credit card on the market that helps you boost Status Credits balance but beware of a high spend target. READ ON →

You can top up your Status Credits balance each month with your everyday shopping at Coles. READ ON →

By taking advantage of Qantas' latest double Status Credits promotion, you can fly in Business Class and pick up Gold status in one trip—for cheap. READ ON →

In this case, the difference is so stark that two of the passengers will either reach coveted Velocity Platinum or the lowly Etihad Guest Silver. READ ON →

Round-the-world trips with Virgin brand airlines are historically hard to come by but this deal gets you stopovers in the US, London and Hong Kong and earns all the benefits of Velocity Gold status in one hit. READ ON →

The American Express Platinum Charge gives you a wealth of status benefits that you'll enjoy when staying and driving. READ ON →

Holding elite status with Qantas means that you can skip lines, enjoy complimentary food and drink in lounges, and gain preferential access to award seat inventory when flying Qantas and its partner airlines. READ ON →

A Qantas Club membership does not come cheap, even with this discount, so this option is best suited to those who fly frequently and quite exclusively on Qantas and/or Jetstar. READ ON →

This program has recently been revamped, offering free elite status to both new members and those who have signed up previously. Get free breakfast, wifi, early check-in and late check-out. READ ON →