Beware: Fake Qantas Phone Number Scam
Scammers have bought Qantas’ US phone number in Australia. If you call the US phone number but you’re in Australia, you’ll probably get scammed.
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Airlines, Miles and Points
Airlines, miles and points is a popular topic at the Australian Frequent Flyer. In this category we provide tips, tricks and chat about Qantas, Virgin, non-Australian airlines and the global airline alliances. We also write about the journey itself – the planning and booking, the flight and arrival at your destination.
The Best Lounge You Can Access with Velocity Status
Access to the excellent Etihad Airways First Class Lounge in Abu Dhabi, with its brilliant service, would have to be one of the top perks of Virgin Australia Platinum status.
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The Next Airlines to Join Oneworld, SkyTeam & Star Alliance
Oneworld, Star Alliance and SkyTeam will each soon get new members. But SAS, Czech Airlines and ITA Airways are leaving their current alliances.
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How to Earn Lots of Velocity Points
It’s easy to earn lots of Velocity points in Australia by flying, with credit cards and with Velocity Frequent Flyer’s many partners. Here’s an overview of the options.
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Qantas Surprising Platinum Flyers with Free Upgrades
In recent months, Qantas has been actively upgrading Platinum and Platinum One frequent flyers into empty Business and First Class seats.
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