Author: Wilson McTaggart

Wilson McTaggart

Wilson's love of travel started from a young age, but his love for points developed after figuring out ways to travel on a gap year for less - leading naturally towards Australian Frequent Flyer! Wilson's hobbies include skiing, cricket and planning trips, both with and without points. Wilson posts on the AFF forum as @WilsonM.

Geneva, Switzerland

Airfare of the Week: Turkish Airlines Business Class Jakarta-Europe from $3,100 Return

This Airfare of the Week (AOTW) features Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines Business Class fares from Jakarta to Europe.

Qatar Airways Boeing 777 behind a Virgin Australia 737 tail at Brisbane Airport

Qatar Airways Adds “Airline Fuel Fee” on Velocity Redemptions

For some Velocity redemptions on Qatar Airways, a new airline fuel fee raises the cash co-payment by over 100%.

Qantas 737 in Retro Roo II livery at Brisbane Airport at sunrise

Travel Pointers Episode 25 – Are the best days of points behind us?

In episode 25 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss whether the best days of points are behind us.

Downtown skyline of Seoul, South Korea with Seoul Tower.

Airfare of the Week: Asiana Business Sydney-Seoul $2,886 Return

This Airfare of the Week (AOTW) features Star Alliance member Asiana Airlines' direct Business Class tickets from Sydney to Seoul.

Qatar Airways Qsuite Business Class

How to Buy Qatar Airways Privilege Club Avios

Qatar Airways Privilege Club is offering up to a 65% bonus when you buy Avios for a limited time. This could be a good opportunity to stock up.

Qatar Airways Boeing 777 in Doha

Travel Pointers Episode 23 – The World’s Best Airlines + Why You Shouldn’t Ignore SkyTeam 

In episode 23 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss the world's best airlines and why Skyteam and its member airlines might be worth looking at.

Helsinki, Finland - May 26, 2018: A Finnair Airbus A319 airplane at Helsinki airport (HEL) in Finland.

How to Buy & Redeem Finnair Plus Avios

Buying Finnair Plus Avios during a bonus or discount - like during the current promo - can be a clever way to save money on Finnair and Oneworld flights. You can also transfer Finnair Avios to British Airways Club.

Window seats in the Qantas First Lounge at Sydney Airport with a Qantas 787 in background

How to Earn Qantas Points Without a Credit Card

Qantas point-earning credit cards are a great way to boost your points balance. But you can also earn lots of points without a credit card.

Man holding a smartphone with American Express Amex app on the screen on grey background table. Office environment

Travel Pointers Episode 22 – Amex Membership Rewards Changes 

In episode 22 of the Travel Pointers podcast, Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart discuss the upcoming changes to American Express Membership Rewards.