Originally Posted by markpk :AMEXQueen,I fly Qantas a lot and collect points because I use them for medium and long-haul upgrades. The fact is, Qantas flies where I need to go, so why is that sad? I also accrue Starwood and Accor points and use them for short family get aways - fact is, give...

It's a bit sad that Australians are so keen to collect Qantas points when other schemes offer so much more value (both in terms of lower redemption costs and lower taxes / fees).Your 200k AMEX points = 100k SPG Starpoints = 300k Marriott points.Buy a Category 6 Seven night travel package, which w...