Frequent Flyer Program Guides

Simplifying the world of points

The world of frequent flyer points can be pretty confusing at the best of times, with confusing ways to earn points, a huge range of airline partners, and no clear answers on how to get the most out of your airline or credit card program points.

I’m working on a series of introductory guides to start the newbies off which gets into how points can be really valuable and the best place to start thinking about your points earn and usage strategies. Here’s where to start.

There’s also a range of how-to’s on more specific topics, as well as general guides on a range of relevant programs to New Zealand frequent flyers. These guides cover a range of topics for Air New Zealand Airpoints, Qantas Frequent Flyer, Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer, Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer, and Cathay Pacific Asia Miles.

Earn up to 10,000 Asia Miles on rental car bookings with Hertz

July 20, 2018

Rent a car with Hertz or Budget before the end of July and you can pick up some extra miles with Asia Miles.

Above average price: Up to 50% discount on points purchases with Hilton Honors

July 20, 2018

Hilton Honors is offering a discount offer on purchased points until 15 August, which could be good value for topping up points balances for specific redemptions.

Priority Pass adds REX Lounges in Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney to network

July 19, 2018

Priority Pass offer over 1200 airport lounges globally, and a range of membership options are available with a number of different credit cards from American Express and Westpac. Here’s the 101 guide to Priority Pass.

How to boost your Amex Membership Rewards points with AT HOP in Auckland

July 19, 2018

We’ve stumbled across a new way to bring in bonus American Express Membership Rewards points from public transport spend in Auckland, when topping-up your AT HOP card. Here’s where you can top-up to earn more points.

Last chance to buy Starpoints at 35% discount before new program in August

July 16, 2018

With Starwood’s merger with Marriott just six weeks away, this is a great deal for those wishing to stock up on valuable Starpoints – and your last!

Enjoy complimentary Accor Plus membership with the American Express Platinum Charge

July 14, 2018

It’s official – American Express Platinum Charge cardholders will receive complimentary membership to Accor Plus until the 30 September 2018, plus Platinum membership in Le Club AccorHotels. This is our full guide to the Accor Plus program and its benefits.