Changes to Lufthansa’s Round-the-World Airfares
Lufthansa Group used to offer great value round-the-world airfares departing from Australia, but new stopover restrictions limit their usefulness.
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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.
Your Etihad Guest Miles Could Expire Next Week
Your entire balance of Etihad Guest miles could expire on 1 June 2024 if you haven’t flown with Etihad or a partner airline in the past 18 months.
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Transferring & Redeeming Avios: An Overview of Airline Partnerships
Avios is the common points currency of six airlines: British Airways, Iberia, Qatar Airways, Finnair, Aer Lingus and Vueling. These diagrams show which frequent flyer programs you can transfer Avios between, and which airlines partner with each program.
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Finnair Plus Now Uses Avios
Finnair Plus is the sixth frequent flyer program to use Avios as its rewards currency. You can also now transfer Avios in from British Airways Executive Club. Our guide explains what you can do with Finnair Avios.
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Opinion: Airlines Must Take the Seatbelt Sign More Seriously
The SQ321 accident is a good reminder to always keep your seatbelt fastened when seated. But airlines also need to take the seatbelt sign more seriously, to prevent complacency.
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