The Frequent Flyer Gazette
Thursday, 26 July 2018
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| How Airlines Compensate for Delays |
Flight delays and cancellations can happen on all airlines for many different reasons. But the way airlines handle lengthy delays can vary drastically. Some airlines will provide meal vouchers and compensation for delays. Accommodation may also be offered in the event of an overnight flight delay.
But in Australia, there are no minimum standards or requirements. The only real protections available to Australians are set out in Australian Consumer Law. Ultimately this means airlines can and do set their own policies. |
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| How to Buy and Redeem United Miles |
| Buying United miles during a promotion is a clever way to save money on Star Alliance Business and First class flights, as the cost of the miles is often lower than the cost of an equivalent airfare. United Mileage Plus miles can be redeemed for premium cabin award flights across the entire Star Alliance network. Plus, there are no fuel surcharges on most United award tickets. Don't more... |
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| Current Virgin 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. We've recently updated our list of current Virgin Australia discount codes, which can be used for destinations across Virgin's domestic and international network. more... |
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Upcoming Webinar:
Lounge Luxury on a Budget |
Airport lounges are sanctuaries away from the hustle and bustle of airport terminals. You can enjoy unlimited food and drinks, get some work done, have a shower, or simply relax in a comfortable environment ahead of your flight.
If you have airline status or a Business class ticket, you'll probably already enjoy complimentary lounge access. But even if you're stuck in cattle class, there are many other ways to gain entry for very little cost.
One option could be an airline lounge membership. But there are other options which are both cheaper and grant you lounge access regardless of the airline you're flying. For example, it's possible to enjoy unlimited global lounge network access for as little as $150 per year!
If you have a champagne taste on a beer budget, our upcoming webinar is for you! Join Matt at 8pm (AEST) on Wednesday, 8 August.
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| New IHG PointBreaks List Released |
| The latest IHG PointBreaks list has just been released, and there are two Australian hotels included. IHG Rewards Club points can be redeemed for hotel stays or transferred to a range of airline frequent flyer programs. When redeeming for Reward Nights, hotel rooms normally cost between 10,000 and 70,000 points per night. But there are some great deals to be found in IHG's more... |
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| Qantas First Class to Hong Kong is Back |
| Qantas is bringing First Class back to its Sydney-Hong Kong route from December until March 2019. If you're quick, you may even be able to book Qantas First Class to Hong Kong using frequent flyer points. There are currently two First Class award seats available on the new flights almost every day! |
| Click here for full details |
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