Political strife and health concerns around the coronavirus COVID-19 have reduced travel demand through Hong Kong so much so that its flag carrier is temporarily closing three of its six lounges.
Continue reading…When do frequent flyer programmes release award space for redemptions?
You’ve been busy building up your points balance and eyeing a redemption, so when can you get first dibs on an award seat?
Continue reading…How to use your points to fly from New Zealand to Hawaii
Hawaii is a popular destination for travellers in New Zealand and, as such, we often get questions like this one in the Questions & Answers section of our Australian website:
What is the likelihood of obtaining three seats on X Business Class to Hawaii? Any tips?
This is a really great question, so we’ve decided to revamp our guide on how to use your frequent flyer points to fly in comfort to the Hawaiian Islands.
Continue reading…Redeeming Alaska miles on Singapore Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles are perhaps one of the most versatile points ‘currency’ out there, and it just got better. You can now redeem those miles for Singapore Airlines flights.
Continue reading…Buy Alaska miles for cheaper Qantas and oneworld travel: average price [targeted]
Until 31 October, Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is offering an up to 40% bonus when purchasing miles, so log in your account to see if you can access the offer.
Continue reading…Earn 5,000 bonus miles with most programmes on your first Rocketmiles booking
Rocketmiles is a hotel aggregator service that offers kickbacks for hotel bookings in the form of frequent flyer miles.
There are a few good bonus point offers available at the moment, primarily for those making their first booking.
Continue reading…Did you know you can credit your Qantas, Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific flights to one single programme?
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Case study: how I booked a round-the-world trip in Business and First Class for 232,000 points + $1,300
In October, I’ll be flying almost 23,000 miles around the world over three weeks. During that time, I’ll be visiting Hong Kong, Dubai, Jordan and New York.
Continue reading…8 reasons why you should consider Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan
If you’re based in New Zealand and you’re looking for a way to stockpile some valuable points currencies, it might be time to start considering Alaska Mileage Plan miles as a viable option.