The Frequent Flyer Gazette
Monday, 14 May 2018
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| Five Qantas Status Runs |
Just short of the next status tier with Qantas Frequent Flyer? If you haven't quite flown enough in your membership year to qualify (or re-qualify) for elite status, you might consider undertaking a Qantas status run.
Status credits, which count towards your membership level with the airline, can only be earned by flying. To help you on your quest for Qantas status, we've put together a list of five of the best Qantas status runs in 2018... |
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| Benefits of Flexible Credit Card Rewards |
| There are two types of rewards credit cards. With co-branded credit cards, such as Qantas Frequent Flyer cards, your points will go straight into your airline's frequent flyer account. Alternatively, flexible rewards programs give you the option of transferring your points to a selection of different airlines as you wish to use them. Many Australian banks give you the option more... |
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| 787 Engine Problems Ground Aircraft |
| Boeing 787 engine problems are causing serious disruptions to flights with Air New Zealand, LATAM Airlines, British Airways and several other airlines. But, thankfully, not all airlines operating the Dreamliner are affected. Some airlines have discovered that the turbine blades in their Dreamliners' engines have cracked or corroded. This problem was first detected around two years ago. But more... |
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| Upgrade your Australian Frequent Flyer membership! |
Australian Frequent Flyer membership comes with many exciting benefits! In addition to full participation on our online forums, all members enjoy free use of AFF Flight Tracker.
But you'll receive many more benefits when you upgrade your membership! AFF SILVER members enjoy an advertisement-free viewing experience and enhanced functionality, such as the ability to add a signature to posts. In addition, AFF GOLD members receive discounts on travel products valued at over $400 per year, including 20% off travel insurance and up to $248 off annual Qantas Club membership!
By upgrading your membership you'll also be supporting AFF, a home-grown Australian business. It's only through the financial support of our members that AFF can operate successfully and continue to be Australia's leading frequent flyer community.
Find out more or upgrade your AFF membership: AFF Membership Levels
Not an Australian Frequent Flyer member yet? Get started today with a FREE account. |
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| Virgin Australia Discount Codes |
| Why pay full price for your next Virgin flight? Virgin Australia regularly releases discount codes that you can use to save money on airfares! These promo codes can save you up to 10% on flights operated by Virgin Australia. There are a few restrictions. Virgin Australia discount codes are only valid on certain routes, travel dates and fare categories. Some sale and early-bird fares are ineligible for further discounting with more... |
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| New Hilton Hotels for Melbourne? |
| There are rumours that Hilton Hotels could soon be returning to Melbourne with up to three new properties. The popular American hotel chain is planning to open a new Hilton-branded hotel, alongside a Curio Collection and Double Tree. AFF moderator JessicaTam has the scoop on the new Hilton hotels in Melbourne. Initially, Hilton had planned to purchase an existing property on the corner of King St more... |
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