Choosing a Rewards Program – AIR017

If you’re new to the world of frequent flyer points – or moving to a new country – it can be difficult to know where to start. In this episode, Matt discusses the considerations involved in selecting a new frequent flyer program. Also, you now have just over a month left to redeem your Qantas points before upgrades and premium cabin awards become more expensive.

Episode contents:

• 0:56 – Fortnightly news round-up
• 6:25 – Ask Matt: Should I stick to Qantas and/or Velocity Frequent Flyer when moving overseas?
• 14:15 – Ask Matt: How to choose the right frequent flyer program for travel to Japan?
• 19:42 – Preparing for the Qantas Frequent Flyer changes
• 25:00 – Air New Zealand’s new safety video

Links:

• AFF on Air Discussion thread – a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions
• ANA Launches Perth-Tokyo Flights
• Upcoming webinar – Qantas Changes: Maximise Your Points (8pm AEST on 14 August 2019)
• Award Flight Assist

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

• Qantas Dreamliner for Sydney-Santiago Route
• Tap On to Sydney Trains with a Credit Card
• Complimentary Hilton Silver Status with Selected Amex Cards
• Qantas Trials New Bali Lounge
• ANZ Rewards Removes Online Points Transfers

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.