Virgin Clamps Down on Hand Luggage
Virgin Australia has resumed actively weighing hand luggage to ensure passengers aren’t flouting the 7kg carry-on limit. Virgin is now randomly checking carry-on bags at boarding gates at some airports,
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Low Cost Carriers
Low Cost Carriers is a popular topic at the Australian Frequent Flyer. And for obvious reasons – we all love a bargain! But the problem with low cost carriers is that once you have paid for all the extras, you could end up paying more than a discounted ticket on a full service airline.
Why You Shouldn’t Book Jetstar Flights on the Qantas Website
If you’ve ever searched for flights on the Qantas website, you’ve probably noticed that flights on Qantas’ wholly-owned low-cost subsidiary, Jetstar, also appear in the results. Perhaps you’ve even been
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Rex Launches $79 Sydney-Melbourne Flights
Regional Express (Rex) has begun selling seats on its new Boeing 737 jet services between Sydney and Melbourne at just $79 for Economy class and $299 for Business class. Rex
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Virgin’s “Hybrid” Strategy is Fraught with Risk
Virgin Australia’s management and new owners have now outlined their vision for the future of Australia’s second-largest airline. Virgin won’t become a low-cost carrier, we’re told, but will instead aim
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Virgin Australia to Retain Lounges, Ditch 777s & A330s
Virgin Australia has revealed how the airline plans to emerge from voluntary administration, and it’s a mixture of good and bad news. Virgin will retain most of its airport lounges
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