Frequent Flyer

How Velocity Gold unlocks Hilton, IHG Hotels VIP status

More than lounge access and a shiny tag for your bag, Gold status delivers another somewhat-under...

Qantas rolls out huge change to its reward bookings

The move brings Classic Rewards to the fore, while Points Plus Pay fares take a back seat.

Big changes coming to Etihad Guest frequent flyer

Here are the nine things you need to know about Etihad Guest’s sweeping revamp.

Virgin Australia rolls out new Velocity Double Points offer

Your next Virgin Australia reward seat could be even closer with this 2024 Velocity double points...

When do airlines release frequent flyer reward seats?

Knowing when airlines like Virgin Australia and Qantas open reward seat calendars could help you ...

Virgin Australia lounge Perth Airport

Perth passengers often fly the longest domestic routes in Australia: does Virgin’s lounge start t...

How to use Star Alliance Upgrade Awards on partner airlines

Upgrading from economy to business class across Star Alliance airlines is easy, though there are ...

Etihad status match for Qantas, Singapore Airlines & more

Just one Etihad Airways flight is enough to lock in Silver or Gold status for a full 12 months.

KrisFlyer offering 50% bonus miles, status through shopping

Members can boost their points balance and even jump up the loyalty ladder, no flights required.

Delta status match targets Qantas, Virgin Australia

Enjoy access to lounges, free upgrades and much more, all the way through to January 2026.

Your Virgin Australia, Qatar Airways partnership guide

Velocity frequent flyers can turn their points into flights across Qatar Airways' extensive world...

Qantas Gold Frequent Flyer Guide: all you need to know

Some very useful benefits are unlocked once that shiny golden card lands in your hands.

Which Emirates lounges can Qantas passengers use?

Your Qantas boarding pass can open the doors to dozens of Emirates lounges around the world.

Qantas Lifetime Platinum Frequent Flyer: is it worth it?

Your reward for years of flying and spending more time in the lounge than your living room is the...

What Virgin’s Air Canada partnership means for travellers

It’s good news with additional Velocity points, status credits and eligible sectors now on the ca...

Why ‘Fly Ahead’ is one of Virgin Australia’s best perks

Open to Gold and Platinum flyers, the ability to change to an earlier flight for free is a key di...

Your guide to Cathay Diamond status

Diamond status in Cathay Pacific’s rebooted ‘Cathay’ frequent flyer program packs a punch for its...

Qantas International First Class Lounge, Sydney

No list of the world’s best airport lounges is complete without Qantas’ first class lounge in Syd...