Expert Guides

How much is a Qantas frequent flyer point worth?

From flights and business class upgrades through to gift cards and merchandise, here are the wors...

How to earn Virgin Australia Velocity Points at 7-Eleven

You can now earn Velocity Points on fuel and in-store buys at 7-Eleven, but there are steps to ta...

What you need to know about the Velocity, 7-Eleven deal

Earn up to 2 Velocity Points per litre of fuel, and 2 Velocity Points per $1 spent in-store.

Is Qantas Club worth the price?

With Qantas Club membership starting at upwards of $500 per year, only some travellers will find ...

Velocity status extended? Don’t forget about family pooling

If you don't need extra status credits right now, ‘family pooling’ will make sure those credits d...

Why right now is the best time to book flights with Velocity

With an 18-month status extension locked in, there's never been a better time to take reward flig...

Best economy seats on the Qantas Boeing 737

Not all economy class seats are created equally, so get 'seat savvy' ahead of your next flight.

How to make the most of Air New Zealand's Gold status match

Your gratis Gold card provides everything from priority check-in and lounge access to extra-legro...

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 n...

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 fro...

Your guide to catching the Sydney Airport train

From Opal cards and contactless payments through to time-saving tricks and more, here's your guid...

How airlines set airfares: why some flights can cost more

Airfares are forever changing, but what makes prices dial up or come down? Welcome to the dark ar...

Earning Qantas status credits on flights booked with points

Qantas Points Club members can notch up status credits on Qantas Classic Reward flights: here's h...

A business traveller's guide to Jetstar cabin baggage limits

All Jetstar passengers can bring a cabin bag, but some travellers can pack more than others: here...

Your guide to Virgin Australia carry-on baggage allowances

Skipping the baggage carousel has its advantages, but the art of flying with only cabin baggage m...

Easy ways to earn Qantas points while you’re grounded

If you can't fly, that doesn't mean you can't boost your Qantas frequent flyer points for when yo...

Virgin's 'Future Flight Credits': what you need to know

Future Flight Credits will replace Virgin Australia Travel Credits and Conditional Credits, but t...

A beginner's guide to Qantas Frequent Flyer

Qantas Frequent Flyer members can earn points both in the air and on the ground, and enjoy perks ...