Frequent flyer News Page 11

Velocity extends status match trial, Platinum & Gold perks

Recently landed a Virgin Australia status match? You now have more time to qualify for a full year of Velocity Gold status.

Chris C. |

Does Rex have a frequent flyer program?

Regional Express will tackle Qantas and Virgin on the popular Sydney-Melbourne-Brisbane routes, but without a rewards program.

David Flynn |

Virgin to retain VIP tier, but maybe not The Club

Some perks are coming back for Virgin's most privileged flyers, says Virgin CEO Jayne Hrdlicka.

David Flynn |

Oneworld Emerald: the best frequent flyer status

With apologies to Marilyn Monroe, Emeralds are a frequent flyer's best friend!

Chris C. |

Qantas mulls launching its own mobile phone service

The proposed Qantas Mobile plans would run on the Optus network and let customers earn points as they talk, text and stream.

David Flynn |

Your guide to Malaysia Airlines’ overhauled Enrich program

From earning points to new rules for reaching Silver, Gold and Platinum status, here’s what you need to know about Enrich.

Chris C. |

Emirates Skywards status now extended to 2022

With their elite tier status now minted for an extra year, Emirates' frequent flyers can rest easy.

David Flynn |

Malaysia Airlines revamps Enrich frequent flyer program

Enrich members will soon earn points based on how much they spend, not how far they fly.

Chris C. |

How to stop Qantas Points expiring when outside Australia

Even if you can't fly Qantas, there are plenty of ways to keep your hard-earned Qantas Points from expiring...

Chris C. |

Virgin Australia Velocity, Flybuys boost points partnership

You'll earn more Velocity Points, and you'll see them sooner too...

David Flynn |

Singapore Airlines: new KrisFlyer 2022-2023 status extension

On top of an extra year of status, there are new Milestone Rewards plus Elite miles earning on Scoot flights.

David Flynn |

Here's proof that not all frequent flyer programs are equal

Beyond the basics of lounge access and priority service, some less-common frequent flyer benefits are a real standout.

Chris C. |

Emirates confirms changes to first class award bookings

From April 2021, the frequent flyers of some Emirates partner airlines will be unable to use their points to book first class.

David Flynn |

Qantas, Virgin Australia status war targets 31 airlines

Frequent flyers of 31 airlines have a short opportunity to secure a fast-track to Gold with Qantas or Velocity.

Chris C. |

New Qantas Points Club tier could pump up the perks

Qantas makes a timely pivot from frequent flyers to frequent shoppers.

David Flynn |

Virgin ditches Velocity Global Wallet travel money card

The Velocity Global Wallet travel money card is about to become a discard.

David Flynn |

Should you convert your points to Velocity right now?

With bonus points and even status credits up for grabs, converting points to Velocity is once again on the table.

Chris C. |

Get one extra year of Qantas status with just one flight

The easiest way to lock in those perks for all of next year, and also get a head start on 2022.

David Flynn |