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Virgin Australia business class upgrade essentials

Using Velocity points to upgrade your seat to the first two rows is an excellent way to improve your journey.

Staff Writers |

Qantas hikes domestic baggage fees

Brace yourself for a 30% increase in excess baggage charges on all domestic flights.

Chris Ashton |

Up close with Cathay’s new premium economy seat

The recliner combines privacy and comfort with high-tech touches.

David Flynn |

Virgin Australia debuts United Airlines double points promo

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

Staff Writers |

Cathay to remove first class from 777-300ERs

The familiar ‘open suites’ will be replaced by all-new private business class berths.

David Flynn |

Cathay eyes new A350 business class

An upcoming refresh for the A350s could see a fresh take on business class and premium economy.

David Flynn |

Virgin Australia Velocity Silver Frequent Flyer Guide

Though often viewed as a stepping stone on the path to Gold, Silver still delivers some worthwhile benefits.

Staff Writers |

Air India reboots Flying Returns loyalty program

The long-running frequent flyer scheme adopts a spend-based model, rolls out new tier names, evergreen points and more.

Chris Ashton |

Qantas revamps extra legroom charges

It’ll now cost a little more to stretch out on domestic and overseas flights…

David Flynn |

Air New Zealand unveils latest business class meals

Long-range international flights are taking off with an all-new menu, including an elevated take on ‘chips and dip’.

Chris Ashton |

All you need to know about Emirates Skywards frequent flyer

Emirates Skywards allows you to earn and spend miles around the globe through a wide variety of partners.

Staff Writers |

Thai Airways resumes daily Perth-Bangkok flights

The Star Alliance airline is finally soaring back to Western Australia.

Staff Writers |

Singapore Airlines switches Cairns to an Airbus A350

The move delivers an additional 30 business class seats on every flight.

Chris Ashton |

Compensation for delayed or cancelled QF2, QF10 flights

Qantas flights from London to Australia are covered by a UK ‘passenger rights’ rule for $1,000 in compensation.

David Flynn |

Cathay Pacific’s Australian rebound

The airline is steadily soaring back, although flights to Adelaide and Cairns remain missing from the map…

David Flynn |

This first class airline suite changes with the seasons

This cabin concept from the team behind Qantas’ A350 interiors is striking in its simplicity.

Chris Ashton |

Air New Zealand’s 787 business class revamp adds luxe suites

The upgraded 787s will gain four spacious suites in the front row of business class.

David Flynn |

Malaysia Airlines’ new A330neo, A350 business class

Business class passengers will enjoy more space, more features and a sliding door for privacy.

David Flynn |