Frequent flyer News Page 7

Earning Virgin points, status credits on United Airlines

The airline says it’s working to fix a glitch impacting flights with new US partner United.

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Star Alliance launches its own loyalty program

Here’s what we know about the all-new Star Alliance Rewards program.

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How to earn British Airways Avios on Uber rides

If you’re using Uber to get around the UK, why not pocket some Avios frequent flyer points while you’re at it?

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Massive change to hit millions of BA frequent flyers

BA is changing how passengers earn Avios points, and also how many they’ll earn…

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Cathay Pacific status extension to December 2023

Cathay’s frequent flyers are now set for another year of gratis status.

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Qatar Visa credit cards to unlock direct Avios earning

The partnership will add more muscle to this powerhouse points currency.

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Cathay: “we’re not bringing back Lifetime Diamond status”

A lifetime of VIP travel perks remains off the cards under Cathay’s new loyalty program.

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Velocity points promo takes off: up to 25% bonus on transfer

Turn your credit card or hotel loyalty points into Velocity points and enjoy a balance-boosting bonus.

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Virgin, Qatar hint at fresh business travel play

Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways are keen to woo business and corporate travellers.

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Virgin Australia offers Qantas Gold, Platinum status match

Enjoy three months of instant Velocity Gold status, and fast-track your way to a year of Velocity Gold or Platinum.

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What you need to know about Qantas’ $50 flight vouchers

That $50 promo code comes with plenty of caveats...

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Qantas passengers spend over a billion points in 48 hours

That’s enough points for almost 4,000 return trips to Los Angeles in first class!

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Qantas extends frequent flyer status up to mid-2024

Frequent flyers get another year of status plus lounge passes, flight discounts and free points in an airline ‘apology package’.

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Cathay Pacific reboots loyalty program

Simply known as ‘Cathay’, the airline’s fresh rewards platform replaces the stand-alone Marco Polo Club and Asia Miles schemes.

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Qantas Points on the menu for meat lovers

Earn Qantas Points the next time you sink your teeth into a nice juicy steak…

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How best to spend 120,000 Qantas Points

There are plenty of exciting ways to put your points to good use, especially if you have a preference for the pointy end.

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Virgin unlocks Singapore Airlines premium economy rewards

Get ready to get more from your Virgin Australia Velocity Points on Singapore Airlines.

David Flynn |

Velocity to chart its own course with review of status tiers

“I think we’ll find a very Virgin and a very Velocity way to shake things up a bit” says Velocity CEO Nick Rohrlach.

David Flynn |