In the final AFF on Air podcast episode for 2021, Matt is joined by the owner of Australian Frequent Flyer Clifford Reichlin for a chat about the challenges of running a travel website during a pandemic – when nobody can travel.

Also in this episode, how to get an upgrade when flying with Qantas or Virgin Australia, and a potentially clever hack to get two free nights at Accor hotels.

Episode contents:

• 0:54 – Fortnightly news round-up
• 10:37 – How to upgrade your flight on Qantas or Virgin Australia
• 24:13 – Interview with Clifford Reichlin
• 39:05 – Listener question: Is it worth joining Accor Plus in Indonesia?

Links:

• AFF on Air Discussion thread – a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions
• How to Upgrade on Virgin Australia for $50
• The Qantas Call Centre is a Disgrace
• Guide to Accor Plus Membership

Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:

• Overview of Australian State Border Restrictions
• Border Rules Tightened Over Omicron Concerns
• Virgin Partners with Link Airways on Sydney-Canberra Route
• Westpac & St George Credit Cards Cap Qantas Points
• Earn Flybuys Points at Bunnings & Officeworks
• Earn Velocity Status Credits on Hertz Car Rentals
• Qantas Corrects Accor Earn Rate Error
• How to Buy & Redeem Avianca LifeMiles

Matt Graham

The editor of Australian Frequent Flyer, Matt's passion for travel has taken him to over 90 countries… with the help of frequent flyer points, of course!
Matt's favourite destinations (so far) are Germany, Brazil & Kazakhstan. His interests include aviation, economics & foreign languages, and he has a soft spot for good food and red wine.

You can connect with Matt by posting on the Australian Frequent Flyer community forum and tagging @AFF Editor.