While I love travelling at the front of the plane there is nothing more romantic than catching a train. None of the hustle and glamour of first class lounges, bottomless champagne, lip balm and pyjamas. Trains are gritty and let…
Most people are surprised to learn that Qantas Frequent Flyer has two Classic Award Charts. One for Qantas and selected airlines, and one for Partner Airlines. The key to maximising value is to stay within one chart, otherwise the points…
If you have around 150,000 Qantas Frequent Flyer points in your account, two of your options include a bottle of the iconic Penfolds Grange 2015 wine or a one-way Business Class flight to Europe. I almost always recommend using points…
The question I get most often is ‘how often can I apply for a new credit card?’. Naturally the underlying question is how quickly can one get enough frequent flyer points for a First Class flight. How Often Can I…
Airlines and hotels are currently in survival mode, raising revenue in creative ways. Selling miles and points to credit card companies has long been a lucrative business and a move that Hilton Hotels recently made, selling US$1 billion of Hilton…
Everyone knows that Google Translate is a lifesaver when planning a trip and on the ground in a distant land. With over 100 languages that can be translated, it is an indispensable free tool for the global traveler. But my…
The best way to start any flight is with a visit to an airport lounge. The best lounges offer specialised dining experiences such as the Neil Perry inspired Qantas First Lounge in Singapore or the invitation only American Airlines Flagship…
With travel refunds taking much longer than we all would have expected we have built a simple travel refund tracking tool for our readers. Brands such as Qantas, KLM, IHG and Accor are just some of the companies I am…
Travellers might not realise that yes, you can get a refund on your travel insurance policy premium due to COVID-19. The American Express Travel annual policy I purchased to cover my two New York trips (October and December) and a…