# Point Hacks: The best frequent flyer deals \& offers in Australia\. > Find the best frequent flyer deals and credit cards rewards easily\. Point Hacks helps you travel cheaper\! Generated by Yoast SEO v27.3, this is an llms.txt file, meant for consumption by LLMs. ## Pages - [Card Value Calculator](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/card-value-calculator/) - [Card Match](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/tools-calculators/card-match/) - [Point Redemption Value Calculator](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/tools-calculators/frequent-flyer-point-redemption-value-calculator/) - [Loyalty Program Points Conversion Calculator](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/tools-calculators/credit-card-reward-program-conversion-calculator/) - [Card Finder](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/card-finder/) ## Posts - [This week's gift card offers with Flybuys and Everyday Rewards](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/weekly-gift-card-offers/): This week, earn 20x bonus Flybuys points on a wide range of Apple gift cards at Woolworths\. - [11 ways to earn points without a credit card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/how-to-earn-points-without-a-credit-card/): Don't have a credit card? Here are lots of other ways you can earn points to get you closer to your next holiday\! - [How to save money on fuel while still earning points in 2026](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/how-to-save-money-on-fuel-while-still-earning-points-in-2026/): With petrol prices spiking all around the country, we have listed some current offers you can use to help you save some extra money when it comes time to fill up your car\. - [How individuals can earn full points with Sniip](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/earning-points-with-sniip/): For points\-savvy American Express cardholders looking to maximise their earn potential on personal bills \(excluding the ATO\), Sniip is for you\. - [When do your frequent flyer points expire?](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/points-expiry-policies-roundup/): The perennial question that many readers ask is "do my frequent flyer points expire?" The answer is generally yes, but some programs are more forgiving than others\. ## The British Airways Club - [Inside the secret world of British Airways Premier](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/the-british-airways-club/british-airways-premier/): Year\-round access to The Concorde Room is just one of many perks that await BA's highest\-ranked Executive Club members\. - [British Airways' Lifetime oneworld Emerald: a Qantas Lifetime Platinum alternative](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/the-british-airways-club/british-airways-lifetime-oneworld-emerald/): For most, Qantas Lifetime Platinum is well out of reach\. But as it turns out, a similar BA card could get you a lifetime of Qantas First Lounge visits from just half as much flying\.\.\. - [How buying British Airways Avios can unlock cheaper Business Class flights](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/the-british-airways-club/buy-avios-guide/): Buying Avios can score you cheap Business Class redemptions on Qantas, American Airlines, Qatar and more\. Right now, there's a 50% bonus until 14 September 2022\! - [British Airways Avios amends subscription prices](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/the-british-airways-club/avios-subscription/): The British Airways Avios subscription is an interesting proposition and can still generate excellent value for the right travellers\.\.\. - [How buying Avios saved Matt up to 75% on flights](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/the-british-airways-club/buying-avios-case-study/): Matt loves Avios and has used them often over the last few years to traverse the globe\. Here is how you can get maximum value from buying them for your future travels\. ## Aeroplan - [Travel in style with up to 90% bonus Aeroplan Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/aeroplan/buy-points-promotions/): Air Canada Aeroplan is offering a bonus of up to 100% more when you buy points\. Enjoy cheaper Business Class redemptions \(particularly to Asia\) with Aeroplan\. - [Nine great ways to use 50,000 Aeroplan Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/aeroplan/best-uses-50k-points/): Aeroplan doesn't have a strong presence in Australia, but it's actually one of the most useful airline points you can hold\. Here's what you could do with 50,000 Aeroplan Points, which comes with the HSBC Star Alliance Card\. - [Your guide to buying Aeroplan Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/aeroplan/buy-points-guide/): No points? No worries – you can just buy them for cheaper Business Class travel\. Here's how to buy and effectively use Aeroplan Points\. ## Home Loan Guides - [Earn 100,000 Qantas Points every year when you switch to Qantas Money Home Loan](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/home-loans/qantas-money/): Qantas Money is on the radar of home buyers with a tempting offer that will see you walking away with up to 3 million Qantas Points over the life of the loan\. Here's how you could benefit from it\. - [Earn up to 500,000 Velocity Points with a Westpac Premier Advantage Package Home Loan](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/home-loans/westpac-premier-advantage-velocity/): In this guide, we cover off how this home loan from Westpac works when it comes to earning Velocity Points, and look at the value of the points bonus so you can make your own judgement on whether this product works for you\. - [Virgin Money Reward Me Home Loan](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/home-loans/virgin-money-rewardme-home-loan/): If this product meets your financial needs, this is a great way to earn Velocity Points whilst building your future nest egg\. - [Earn 300,000 Qantas Points with an ANZ Home Loan](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/home-loans/anz-guide/): It's back\! If you're ready to jump into a home loan, be sure to take a look at ANZ\. You could walk away with an extra 300,000 Qantas Points in your pocket\. ## Mileage Plus - [United Global Services: the hush\-hush tier above Premier 1K](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/mileageplus/united-global-services/): For most travellers, Global Services is granted by invitation only\. But if you're willing to fly four million miles on United alone, you'll also make the cut\. - [How to buy United MileagePlus miles for cheaper flights](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/mileageplus/buy-miles-guide/): Though there are cheaper alternatives out there, buying United MileagePlus miles is one option for enjoying Business Class comfort on Star Alliance partner airlines\. - [United introduces monthly miles subscription](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/mileageplus/miles-by-the-month/): While it's an interesting concept, you shouldn't be tempted by United's new monthly subscription to boost your Mileage Plus balance\. - [Buy United MileagePlus miles with up to 100% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/mileageplus/buy-miles-promotions/): Details on the latest buy miles offer from United MileagePlus\. United miles can be used towards redemptions on United Airlines as well as Star Alliance and partner airlines\. ## Shangri\-La Circle - [Polaris: the hush\-hush Shangri\-La Circle tier above Diamond](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/shangri-la-circle/polaris/): There's more to Shangri\-La Circle than the program's top public tier\. Here's a peek at what lies beyond, for those who travel more than most\. ## Etihad Guest - [The best ways to use Etihad Guest miles](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/etihad-guest/best-use-miles/): Etihad Guest miles offer the flexibility for redemptions on Etihad flights, as well as partner airlines like Virgin Australia, JetBlue and Brussels Airlines\. - [You can now book The Residence using Etihad Guest miles](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/etihad-guest/how-to-fly-the-residence/): By using a well\-timed status match and converting American Express Membership Rewards points into Etihad miles, you could secure a seat in the most exclusive commercial cabin in the skies\. - [Etihad Guest Exclusive gives VIPs a taste of The Residence](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/etihad-guest/exclusive/): Etihad's invitation\-only frequent flyer tier is Exclusive, in every sense of the word\. Of course, we'd expect nothing less from an airline made famous by its Savoy\-trained butlers\. - [Buy access to Etihad's Residence Room in Melbourne, Abu Dhabi and New York from $40](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/etihad-guest/etihad-lounge-guide/): If you have enough time to enjoy it, then this is a great way to hack your way into the luxury usually reserved for passengers flying 'The Residence'\. - [Win an all\-inclusive trip to Abu Dhabi with Etihad](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/etihad-guest/etihad-guest-the-big-australian-celebration-competition/): Etihad's 'BIG Australian Celebration' is dishing out 100 mega prizes\. Take yourself and a plus one on a last\-minute holiday of a lifetime with return flights to Abu Dhabi, hotel accommodation and experiences all included\. ## Radisson Rewards - [How to buy and gift Radisson Rewards points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/radisson-rewards/buy-points-guide/): Radisson is one of many hotel chains to sell points – and you can turn those Radisson Rewards into hotel stays or even airline miles\. But do the numbers stack up? - [The latest promotions for buying Radisson Rewards points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/radisson-rewards/buy-points-promotions/): You don't need to be a frequent traveller to earn points\. With Radisson Rewards, you can simply buy them\. Here's a rundown of the program's latest promotions for topping up your account\. ## Airpoints - [Elite Priority One: Air New Zealand’s secret status](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/airpoints/elite-priority-one/): Many airlines offer a private top tier, but only Air New Zealand has an invitation\-only lounge inside an Australian international airport terminal\.\.\. - [Air New Zealand's sweet spot: using Airpoints Dollars with partner airlines](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/airpoints/using-airpoints-dollars-partner-airlines/): Unlike redemptions on Air New Zealand itself, Airpoints bookings on partners are based on reward tables, not cash fare prices \- and there's some great value just waiting to be unlocked\. - [How to earn Airpoints Dollars at Harvey Norman in New Zealand](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/airpoints/earning-airpoints-with-harvey-norman/): Needing to refresh your furniture and tech at Harvey Norman in New Zealand? We show you how to collect Airpoints Dollars and whether it's a good deal\. - [How to earn Airpoint Dollars at New World in NZ](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/airpoints/earning-points-new-world/): You can earn Air New Zealand Airpoints or Flybuys points in the New Zealand program when you shop at New World stores in New Zealand\. We take a look at which earning option is best for you\. - [How to earn Airpoints Dollars at the Airpoints Mall](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/airpoints/mall/): If you’re based in or travel to New Zealand frequently, then Air New Zealand Airpoints may be the program for you\. Learn how to earn even more Airpoints through online shopping\. ## Marriott Bonvoy - [Buy Marriott Bonvoy points with a 40% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/marriott-bonvoy/buy-points-promotions/): Buy Marriott Bonvoy points at a discount and enjoy cheaper hotel stays, or top\-up your frequent flyer account to redeem for flights and upgrades with a large range of partner programs\. - [Marriott Bonvoy Moments: use points for the Paddock Club at the F1](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/marriott-bonvoy/formula-one-2025-paddock-club/): Have a stash of Marriott Bonvoy points and already spend enough of your time in hotels? Cash them in for a money\-can't\-buy experience at the Grand Prix, complete with a stay at the Ritz\. - [Marriott Bonvoy Moments: redeem points for lounge access at the Australian Open](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/marriott-bonvoy/marriott-bonvoy-lounge-australian-open-2024/): Just 30,000 Marriott Bonvoy points can get you lounge entry for two\. If you need a top\-up, you can also convert points to Marriott from Amex, PayRewards, CommBank Awards and more\. - [8,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points on Fiji getaways](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/marriott-bonvoy/promotions/): Book your dream Fiji vacay and enjoy 8,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points and free breakfast on selected stays\. - [Should you use Marriott Bonvoy points for hotel stays or airline miles?](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/marriott-bonvoy/use-points-for-hotel-stays-or-transfer-to-airline-program/): Marriott Bonvoy is one of the most flexible hotel programs out there, with many airline transfer partners\. But should you use your points for hotel stays or convert them to airline miles? ## HawaiianMiles - [Inside Hawaiian Airlines' secret Apartment 1929 lounge in Honolulu](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/hawaiianmiles/hawaiian-airlines-apartment-1929-lounge/): Qantas has the Chairman's Lounge, Virgin Australia has Beyond\.\.\. and for those in the know, Hawaiian Airlines has Apt\. 1929\. It's a real vibe\. ## Authors - [Michael Ebstein](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/author/michael-ebstein/) - [Josh Weckert](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/author/josh-weckert/) - [Tobias Venus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/author/tobias-venus/) - [Antonia Strakosch](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/author/antonia-strakosch/) - [Adam Leadoux](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/author/adam-leadoux/) ## Velocity - [Best Credit Cards for Velocity Frequent Flyer Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/velocity/best-frequent-flyer-credit-card/): This guide provides helpful information about credit cards that can earn Velocity Points, which may assist when deciding which Velocity credit card is best for you\. - [Earn double Status Credits on Virgin Australia Holidays](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/velocity/status-credits-offers/): Virgin Australia Holidays is offering Double Status Credits on packages, which could deliver surprisingly good value if you're looking to maintain or earn elite status\. - [A traveller’s guide to flying with pets on Virgin Australia](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/velocity/guide-to-flying-with-pets-on-virgin-australia/): Virgin Australia will continue to welcome Pets in Cabin throughout 2026, welcoming new routes to bring your pets, subject to airport approval\. - [Buy Velocity Points Booster with up to 40% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/velocity/buying-points-promotions/): Need to top up your Velocity balance? Get up to 40% bonus Points for cheaper Virgin Australia and partner airline reward flights\. - [Up to 20% bonus Velocity Points when you transfer from Amex](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/velocity/transfer-bonus-promotions/): Transfer from your AMEX Reward Points to your Velocity Frequent Flyer account to gain 15\-20% bonus Velocity Points ## Product Guides - [Free ISIC discount card for students and youth who open a Westpac Choice account](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/product-guide/westpac-isic-card-guide/): If you’re a frequent traveller and a full\-time student or under 31 years of age, this offer could appeal to you\. We look at the benefits and discounts available to ISIC cardholders, and the main features of the Westpac Choice account\. - [HSBC Everyday Global Account: a prepaid Visa card with no overseas transaction or ATM fees](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/product-guide/hsbc-everyday-global-account-visa-debit-card-guide/): HSBC has joined the growing prepaid travel card market with the Everyday Global Account and gives consumers an edge with no overseas transaction or ATM withdrawal fees\. - [Your guide to the ANZ Travel Card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/product-guide/anz-travel-money-card/): The ANZ Travel Card offers multiple currency wallets that you can load and spend in\. How does it compare to Qantas Travel Money and Velocity Global Wallet? - [The Ultimate Guide to Qantas Pay](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/product-guide/qantas-pay/): The Qantas Pay card lets you load up on overseas currencies and lock\-in exchange rates before your trip, all while earning Qantas Points\. - [The Ultimate Guide to Pay\.com\.au \- Earn 20,000 Bonus PayRewards Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/product-guide/payrewards/): Looking to be rewarded when paying all your business expenses? Then subscribe to pay\.com\.au to start earning PayPoints today\. New users can earn 10,000 bonus PayPoints\! ## IHG One Rewards - [25% off IHG hotel and resort stays \+ 500 points for new app downloads](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/ihg-one-rewards/promotions/): IHG's Black Friday sale starts today with 25% off at all hotels and resorts, worldwide\. - [How to buy IHG Points for hotel redemptions](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/ihg-one-rewards/buy-points-guide/): Buying IHG points when there's a good deal on \(such as double points\) can be a great way to save on hotel bills\. Here's how to buy points and what to look out for\. - [Winners announced: Here are our 10 lucky winners\!](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/ihg-one-rewards/competition/): Point Hacks and IHG Rewards partnered to provide 10 lucky readers with the opportunity to win 30,000 IHG Rewards Points\! Here are our winners\! - [Get 1,000 free IHG points on your birthday with a quick update to your IHG One Rewards profile](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/ihg-one-rewards/1000-free-ihg-points-birthday/): Here is an easy way to trigger 1,000 free points for your IHG account, which is a nice head for earning enough points for a free night at a hotel during one of IHG's quarterly PointBreaks promotions\. - [Lots of InterContinental properties in latest IHG PointBreaks promotion](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/ihg-one-rewards/points-breaks/): As October\-November are slower travel months, there are some great deals up for grabs\. ## AAdvantage Miles - [Convert hotel points into AAdvantage miles with a 25% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/aadvantage/promotions/): For a limited time, see how you can earn a 25% bonus from AAdvantage for converting your hotel points into miles\. - [ConciergeKey: Ryan Bingham's secret American Airlines status](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/aadvantage/conciergekey/): Ryan's graphite frequent flyer card from 'Up in the Air' isn't just a movie myth: it's real\. As for the perks, expect everything from free First Class upgrades through to a Cadillac driving you across the airport tarmac when you're short on time\. - [Buy AAdvantage miles with up to 50% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/aadvantage/buy-miles-promotions/): Buying AAdvantage miles is a great way to save money on Qantas, Cathay Pacific and Japan Airlines flights\. And with up to 45% off, you can enjoy Business and First Class travel sooner\. - [How to buy and use AAdvantage miles for cheaper flights](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/aadvantage/buy-miles-guide/): Looking for cheaper Business and First Class travel? American Airlines AAdvantage has a lot going for it – and you can often buy miles at a hefty discount\. Fly on oneworld partner airlines for less\! ## News - [What to do if your flight is affected by Middle East airspace closures](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/news/middle-east-airspace-closures-2026/): With the latest disruptions in the Middle East, here are the latest travel updates from affected airlines, as well as your options\. - [Earn 3,000 bonus points with Velocity's new partner: Inspiring Vacations](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/news/velocity-frequent-flyer-partners-with-inspiring-vacations/): Velocity Frequent Flyer members can now earn points with Inspiring Vacations\. Plus earn 3,000 bonus points by linking your account\! - [Qantas Brisbane International Lounge shifts landside, cuts Jetstar access early](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/news/qantas-brisbane-lounge-landside-cut-jetstar-access/): Qantas is temporarily shifting its Brisbane International Lounge to landside entry for a few months\. Jetstar passengers also lose access\. - [Virgin Australia launches flight search tool](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/news/virgin-australia-launches-flight-search-tool/): Virgin Australia has upgraded its main flight search interface to now show reward seat availability across selected routes\. - [American Express trims lounge access on Australian Platinum cards](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/news/american-express-slashes-lounge-access-on-platinum-cards/): Multiple changes have been announced for both the Amex Platinum Card \(personal\) and the Amex Platinum Business Card, with various effective dates\. ## Privilege Club - [How to upgrade your Qatar Airways flight for free](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/privilege-club/qcredits-free-upgrades/): Gold and Platinum members of the Qatar Airways Privilege Club program enjoy free and easy upgrades to Business Class, thanks to Qcredits\. And if you got yours back in 2020, you'll want to use it soon\. - [Our guide to Qatar Airways Privilege Club Avios](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/privilege-club/qatar-airways-switches-to-avios/): Qatar Airways Privilege Club offers some great sweet spots, including a popular flat\-rate Business reward between Australia and Europe for 90,000 Avios\. You can now also book reward seats on Garuda to Bali from 16,000 Avios\. - [What's the difference between Business Class \& First Class on Qatar Airways' Airbus A320s?](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/privilege-club/qatar-airways-airbus-a320-business-first-class/): When the seat is exactly the same in Business Class and First Class on this aircraft, what's actually different between the two cabins? I venture through Kazakhstan, Qatar and the UAE to find out \- in style, of course\. - [Everything you need to know about Qatar Airways Student Club](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/privilege-club/student-club/): Save money on flights, pack a heavier suitcase \- and get a bump to elite oneworld status when you graduate\. Qatar's Student Club is free to join, and you can even share benefits with friends\. - [Qatar Airways tempts big with European flight deals](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/privilege-club/qatar-airways-promotions/): With return fares under $1,300 to Africa and less than $1,400 return to Europe, Qatar Airways is wooing would\-be travellers back into the skies\. ## Podcasts - [Japan and Beyond: The Point Hacks Guide to Cherry Blossom season](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/podcasts/japan-and-beyond-the-point-hacks-guide-to-cherry-blossom-season/): Planning a cherry blossom trip? Learn where to go in Japan and Korea, how to time your visit and how to book flights using points\. - [The top Qantas Point earning Credit Cards for 2026](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/podcasts/top-qantas-point-earning-credit-cards-2026/): Choosing a Qantas point\-earning credit card can feel overwhelming\. With so many options on the market, how do you know which ones are actually worth your time and annual fee? - [The top Velocity Point earning Credit Cards for 2026](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/podcasts/the-top-velocity-point-earning-credit-cards-for-2026/) - [Why you should be using ALL Accor \+ Explorer](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/podcasts/why-you-should-be-using-all-accor-explorer/) - [How to regularly fly First Class](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/podcasts/how-to-regularly-fly-first-class/) ## LifeMiles - [Buy Avianca LifeMiles with up to 200% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/lifemiles/buy-miles-promotions/): Planning a trip to Asia with Thai Airways or Japan's ANA? Buy Avianca LifeMiles with a huge bonus and enjoy the comforts of Business Class for cheaper\. - [How to buy Avianca LifeMiles for cheaper Star Alliance travel](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/lifemiles/buying-miles-guide/): Fancy cheaper Business or First Class travel with Star Alliance partners? Then sign\-up for Avianca LifeMiles\. It's a tricky program to master, but the rewards are worth it\. ## Skywards - [Buy Emirates Skywards miles with a 30% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/skywards/buy-points-promotions/): Emirates is offering up to 30% more miles when purchasing Skywards Miles\. It's not the best offer to date, but this promo might be handy if you're just short of miles for a reward seat\. - [Five secrets of Emirates' Airbus A380 onboard lounge](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/skywards/emirates-airbus-a380-onboard-lounge-five-secrets/): For one thing, you can take home a souvenir beyond the usual amenity kit and pyjamas, and it doesn't come in a bottle\.\.\. intrigued? - [Inside Emirates' invitation\-only lounge at the Australian Open](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/skywards/emirates-invitation-only-lounge-australian-open-2025/): Some airlines offer private lounges at airports, but for tennis fans, Emirates goes one better at Melbourne Park with an exclusive space for its highest\-flying guests\. - [How to claim missing Skywards Miles to your account](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/skywards/how-to-claim-missing-miles/): Most of the time, Emirates Skywards Miles should hit your account seamlessly\. But if you do encounter an issue, here are the steps you can follow to claim those missing Miles easily\. - [Emirates iO: the bespoke frequent flyer tier that 'doesn't exist'](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/skywards/emirates-io-invitation-only/): If you thought Skywards Platinum was Emirates' highest frequent flyer tier, think again\! But if you have to ask about what's above, you probably don't belong\.\.\. ## Krisflyer - [Singapore Airlines Spontaneous Escapes: 30% off Business Class on selected flights](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/krisflyer/spontaneous-escapes/): Singapore Airlines' Spontaneous Escapes is back for another month, with 30% off award flights for travel in May 2026 on selected routes – including between Australia and Singapore\. - [Double KrisFlyer miles across Australian partners, plus up to 15,000 bonus miles](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/krisflyer/bonus-krisflyer-miles-lifestyle-partners-2026/): Thinking of boosting your KrisFlyer miles? Earn double miles at select partners \+ up to 15,000 extra miles on top if you earn from multiple partners\. - [20% off selected Singapore Airlines awards with the KrisFlyer Global Redemption sale](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/krisflyer/promotions/): Enjoy 20% off a wide range of Singapore Airlines Economy and Premium Economy flights with the KrisFlyer Global Redemption Sale\. - [What are the best credit cards for KrisFlyer miles?](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/krisflyer/best-singapore-airlines-credit-card/): This guide takes a look at some of the Best KrisFlyer credit cards in the market, based on sign\-up deals and ongoing earn rates\. - [How to make the most of 100,000 KrisFlyer miles](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/krisflyer/best-ways-to-use-100k-miles/): Have your eye on a Singapore Airlines or Star Alliance award booking before the prices go up on Saturday? Here are some interesting ways to use 100,000 KrisFlyer miles\. ## Index - [This week's frequent flyer points deals and offers](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/best-frequent-flyer-deals/): This week's is all about bonus points and how many you can earn, with most airlines offering bonus points on select flights and rewards purchased within the month of March\. - [Frequent Flyer Credit Cards](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/credit-cards/) - [The Ultimate Guide to Westpac Altitude Rewards](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/index/westpac/): We take a look at Westpac's credit card points program, with earn rates and transfer options to its various frequent flyer partners and other points conversion options\. - [The Ultimate Guide to MyCard Rewards](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/index/mycard-rewards/): Whether you're looking for a new card with a flexible rewards program, this guide has all the information you need for MyCard Rewards\. - [The Ultimate Guide to Hilton Honors](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/index/hilton-honors/): There are many rewarding features of the Hilton Honors frequent guest program, including complimentary internet, late check\-out, bonus points earn and Executive Lounge access to name some\. ## Flying Club - [Virgin Atlantic UNIQ: how the UK's VIPs fly](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flying-club/virgin-atlantic-uniq/): Virgin Australia has Beyond, but over at its sister airline, VIPs are UNIQ\. Here's your exclusive look behind the curtain\. - [Your guide to buying Virgin Atlantic Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flying-club/buy-points-guide/): Virgin Atlantic Flying Club offers some of the best sweet spots in the world when it comes to using Virgin Points for Business and First Class reward seats\. - [Buy Virgin Atlantic Points with up to 70% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flying-club/buying-points-promotions/): Buy Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Points and enjoy a bonus of up to 60% more miles\! Travel in Business and First Class on Japan's ANA at incredibly low rates\. - [How to earn and redeem Virgin Points on SkyTeam](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flying-club/earn-redeem-virgin-points-skyteam/): Virgin Atlantic gains a stack of new earn and burn partners by joining SkyTeam\. In Australian skies, these include China Airlines, Garuda, Korean Air, Vietnam Airlines and more\. ## Mileage Plan - [How buying miles got me 20\+ hours in a lie\-flat Business Class seat for under $2,000](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/mileage-plan/buy-alaska-miles-case-study/): Using Alaska miles instead of cash got me a 72% discount on the price of a Cathay Pacific Business Class ticket to Hong Kong and Dubai\. - [Buy Mileage Plan miles with up to 60% bonus](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/mileage-plan/buy-miles-promotions/): Until 22 February, you can walk away with up to 60% more miles when you top up your Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan balance\. Use miles for cheap Qantas domestic flights \- or Business Class travel further afield\! - [How to buy Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles for cheaper flights](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/mileage-plan/buy-miles-guide/): Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles are incredibly useful\. Get cheaper Business Class travel with partners such as Cathay Pacific and Qantas, with free stopovers included as well\. - [Credit your flights from these three airlines into one single program](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/mileage-plan/earn-partners/): You can credit your flights from Qantas and many other partners to this US\-based program\. Plus, you'll take advantage of lower reward rates and taxes\. ## Accor Live Limitless - [Up to 8 bonus Status Nights for Accor members](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/accor-live-limitless/promotions/): Need a boost to Accor Platinum status? For a limited time, Gold members could earn 8 bonus Status Nights with a single stay\. - [Ultimate guide to ALL Accor\+ Explorer and the Stay Plus 'free' hotel night](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/accor-live-limitless/accor-plus/): Learn how to make the most of the refreshed ALL Accor\+ Explorer membership including two 'buy one get one' nights, up to 30% off dining and more\. Plus, American Express Platinum Charge Card Members get this included\. - [Turbocharge your Accor points and Status Nights with the ALL Signature subscription](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/accor-live-limitless/all-signature-subscription-brazil/): For ~AU$1,760 \(discounted until 30 November\), you can earn 75,000 Accor points worth ~AU$2,480 and 12,000 Status Points over a year – bringing you within stretching distance to Platinum perks\. - [Inside 'Limitless': Accor's secret VIP tier above Diamond](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/accor-live-limitless/all-limitless/): If you thought Diamond was Accor's only level above Platinum, think again\. ALL Limitless is the Chairman's Lounge of the hotel world\.\.\. Care for a peek inside? - [Maximise Accor points and benefits outside of a stay with dining](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/accor-live-limitless/dining-benefits-earn-points/): BEGINNER'S GUIDE \| There are plenty of quality restaurants within Accor\-branded hotels where you can earn points and use dining benefits without being an in\-house guest\. ## Everyday Rewards - [20x Everyday Rewards points on selected Apple gift cards](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/everyday-rewards/promotions/): This week, earn 20x Everyday Rewards points \(worth 10x Qantas Points\) per dollar spent on Apple gift cards\. A new iPhone could net you enough bonus points for a reward flight\. - [How to earn Everyday Rewards points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/everyday-rewards/earning-points/): If you’re looking for a way to boost your Qantas Points without flying, building your Everyday Rewards points is a good strategy\. - [What are the best ways to spend your Everyday Rewards points?](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/everyday-rewards/best-uses-everyday-rewards-points/): Everyday Rewards points can be swapped for Qantas Points at a very good rate, allowing you to earn on your everyday spending\. We show you how, plus a trick to boost your earnings towards Qantas Points Club\. - [Your in\-depth guide to Woolworths Pet Insurance](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/everyday-rewards/pet-insurance/): Earn an easy 10,000 Qantas Points \(20,000 Woolworths Everyday Rewards points\) with new eligible Woolworths Pet Insurance policies\. - [Guide to the Everyday Rewards app](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/everyday-rewards/app/): The Everyday Rewards app allows members to check their balance, boost personalised special offers, manage digital fuel dockets and more\. ## ANZ - [ANZ Rewards for beginners: how to start earning points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/anz/anz-rewards-for-beginners/): How to turn ANZ Rewards credit card points into frequent flyer points, unlocking flights to faraway places in comfort and style\. ## Reviews - [Qantas International First Lounge, Sydney](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/reviews/qantas-international-first-lounge-sydney/): The Qantas First Class Lounge in Sydney is one of the jewels in Flying Kangaroo’s crown\. The full\-service restaurant is a standout, and don't forget to try book yourself a spot in the day spa\. - [Singapore Airlines Boeing 737\-8 Business Class \(Singapore\-Da Nang\)](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/reviews/singapore-airlines-boeing-737-8-business-class-singapore-da-nang/): Singapore Airlines has the rare distinction of offering lie\-flat Business Class beds on every flight – even short\-haul hops\. Here's the experience from Singapore to Da Nang\. - [Cathay Pacific Lounge, Changi Airport T4, Singapore](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/reviews/cathay-pacific-lounge-changi-airport-t4-singapore/): Ever wondered what the Cathay Pacific Lounge in Terminal 4 of Changi Airport in Singapore is like? Here's our take, including the journey from Terminal 1\. - [Qantas/Finnair Airbus A330 Economy \(Singapore\-Sydney wet lease flight\)](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/reviews/qantas-finnair-airbus-a330-economy-singapore-sydney/): Come onboard a recently revamped Finnair A330 onboard a QF292, operating on behalf of Qantas from Singapore to Sydney\. - [American Express Centurion Lounge, Sydney](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/reviews/american-express-lounge-sydney/): We revisit the American Express Lounge in Sydney to bring you this fresh review\. It's an impressive space with a top\-notch buffet and drinks menu\. ## World of Hyatt - [The latest promotions for buying World of Hyatt points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/world-of-hyatt/buy-points-promotions/): Take advantage of Hyatt's regular promotions to save on your next holiday\. Here's a look at the chain's latest deals for buying points\. - [The latest World of Hyatt deals and promotions](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/world-of-hyatt/promotions/): World of Hyatt's "Bonus Journeys" deal is dishing out triple points and double elite night credits for all stays until 4 January 2021\. Learn more and register here\. - [How to buy World of Hyatt points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/world-of-hyatt/buy-points-guide/): Buying World of Hyatt points can be your ticket to saving big on luxury travel\. But as always, the devil is in the detail\. Our guide has you covered\. ## Guides - [How to maximise cashback with your travel](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/guides/how-to-maximise-cashback-with-travel/): Whether you're booking your next flight, or making your next online shopping order, you can find ways to save some money through two of Australia's major cashback providers\. - [Qantas Frequent Flyer Guides](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/guides/qantas-frequent-flyer/) - [First Principles of Earning Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/guides/first-principles-earning-points/) - [Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer Guides](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/guides/velocity-frequent-flyer/) - [Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Guides](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/guides/singapore-airlines-krisflyer/) ## Qantas - [The beginner's guide to Qantas Frequent Flyer status and benefits](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/qantas/frequent-flyer-status-guide/): Qantas Frequent Flyer status can unlock many of the benefits of Business Class, even if you must fly Economy\. Here's what you need to know, and how you can climb the status ladder\. - [My strategy to score Qantas Business Class upgrades](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/qantas/how-to-score-qantas-business-class-upgrades/): Ever wondered how you can enhance your flight experience and score upgraded seats to Qantas Business Class? Try these steps to find out if you can\! - [Best Credit Cards for Qantas Frequent Flyer Points \- April 2026](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/qantas/best-frequent-flyer-credit-card/): Looking for a Qantas Points\-earning credit card? Check out this guide to assist you in deciding the best card for you, including sign\-up offers and what to be mindful of\. - [Earn bonus points at Qantas Hotels](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/qantas/hotels-promotions/): The latest bonus points offer from Qantas Hotels serves up at least 7 Qantas Points per $1 spent on accommodation\. - [Qantas changes rules on transferring complimentary lounge passes](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/qantas/digital-complimentary-lounge-passes/): From 1 July 2026, Qantas Domestic and General lounge passes will become harder to use\. Here are the changes\. ## Comparisons - [Escape to Bali with Qantas Airways for just 40,600 Qantas Points \(return\)](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/compare/escape-bali-qantas/) ## Flybuys - [6 months free OnePass for new and existing customers](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flybuys/onepass/): OFFER: 6 months free of OnePass \| OnePass unlocks lots of perks across Kmart, Target, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch – including unlimited free delivery and 5x Flybuys points in\-store\. - [It's back: 10,000 Flybuys points with a 4\-week shop at Coles](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flybuys/promotions/): Flybuys' latest shopping offer is back, with 10,000 bonus Flybuys points on the line for completing a four\-week shop at Coles\. - [How to accelerate your Flybuys earn with Coles Financial Services](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flybuys/earn-bonus-points-from-coles-insurance/): By holding a Coles Financial Services product, including home and landlord insurance, you could boost your Flybuys earn by up to six times\. - [How to transfer your Flybuys points to Velocity Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flybuys/how-to-transfer-to-velocity-points/): By scanning your Flybuys card at the checkout, your next Coles or Kmart shop could get you closer to a Business Class flight\. We show you how to maximise the value of your Flybuys points by transferring them to Velocity Frequent Flyer\. - [A beginner’s guide on how to earn Flybuys points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/flybuys/earning-points/): As one of the largest loyalty program in Australia by members, there are many ways to earn Flybuys points\. We delve into the basics of leveraging bonus points offers to boost your balance\. ## Experiences - [The ultimate redemption: 5 tips from my round\-the\-world trip in Business Class with Qantas Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/experiences/round-the-world-business-class-qantas-points-2025/): With 318,000 Qantas Points, I jet across the globe in Business Class, visiting nine cities over 13 flights\. Here are my top tips and learnings from this experience\. - [What's cheaper: a date in Emirates First Class or a date in Sydney?](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/experiences/date-on-a-plane/): Is it better value for a couple to fly in First Class or to have a regular date night out? We sent two couples on identical dates – one on land, one in the sky – to see who could do it cheaper\. - [Discover the dreams of Los Angeles with Qantas Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/experiences/los-angeles-2024/): Glistening beaches, enchanting theme parks and iconic sunsets – Los Angeles embodies the spirit of glamour and adventure\. Explore the delights of LA flying Premium Economy and Business Class with Qantas Points\. - [Magical moments in Cappadocia with Velocity Points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/experiences/cappadocia-2024/): Vivid hot air balloons, otherworldly landscapes and pastel skies \- Cappadocia has all the hallmarks of a mythical wonderland\. With points, I fly to Istanbul in Etihad’s lavish Business Class and spend a week soaking up the beauty of Türkiye\. - [The Japan you won't see on your feed: Discover Kyushu with points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/experiences/kyushu-2024/): Skip the over\-tourism and see a side of Japan less\-travelled\. All while saving over $12,000 off the ticket price with points\. ## Rex Flyer - [Rex drops hot $99 fares to Perth](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/rex-flyer/flight-deals/): Just in time for the winter school holidays, hop on Rex's new flights from Melbourne and Adelaide to Perth from $99 one\-way, including luggage and double Status Points\. - [Rex Flyer road test: my experience with Australia's newest loyalty program](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/rex-flyer/road-test/): Spoiler alert: by signing up and taking just one domestic flight, I already have enough points for a reward ticket\. - [Guide to Rex's airport lounge network](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/rex-flyer/rex-lounges/): Find out where Rex Lounges are located and all the different ways you can enter, plus what's next for the airline's lounge network\. ## Cathay - [What are the best credit cards for Asia Miles?](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/cathay/best-cathay-pacific-asia-miles-credit-card/): Many credit cards can convert points to Cathay, but some are more rewarding than others\. Here's a look at some of your options for amassing miles with Cathay\. - [Unlock 10% bonus Asia Miles when you transfer from bank programs to Cathay](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/cathay/promotions/): Ahead of Amex's impending devaluation of the transfer rate to Cathay Asia Miles, you can enjoy a 10% bonus when you transfer at current rates before 30 September 2025\. - [How to get the most out of 100,000 Asia Miles](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/cathay/best-uses-of-100k-miles/): Asia Miles offers great\-value award seats with considerably lower rates than Qantas Frequent Flyer on many routes, making it a savvy pick for those who can transfer their points to Cathay\. - [How to buy and use Cathay miles](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/cathay/buy-miles-guide/): Short on the miles needed to book an award flight with Cathay Pacific or its partners? There's a way that you can buy Cathay miles to cover the spend\. - [Diamond Plus: Cathay Pacific's covert counterpart to Qantas Platinum One](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/cathay/diamond-plus-diamond-invitation/): Reaching Cathay's public Diamond level is no easy feat\. But for those who practically live in the sky, there's a more exclusive tier waiting in the shadows for those who make the cut\. ## American Express - [Five reasons to get the American Express Platinum Business Card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/american-express/business-platinum-card-benefits/): With complimentary lounge access around the globe and VIP Gold\-grade perks, the American Express Platinum Business Card is a smart choice for savvy business owners\. - [Start the new financial year off right and unlock more freedom in your business](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/american-express/platinum-business-card-new-financial-year/): The American Express® Platinum Business Card lets you work and travel smarter with business\-friendly features and plenty of strong travel benefits\. - [Move into the fast lane with Amex Platinum's car hire benefits](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/american-express/amex-platinum-car-hire-benefits/): From elite status on car rentals to saving cold hard cash, we take a look at the many car hire perks afforded with American Express' flagship card\. - [Unlock ultimate flexibility with American Express Membership Rewards®](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/american-express/membership-rewards-flexibility/): Membership Rewards® is one of the most versatile rewards programs in Australia, with over ten frequent flyer partner programs that you can transfer your hard\-earned points to\. - [Unmatched perks of the American Express Platinum Card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/american-express/platinum-card-travel-perks/): The American Express Platinum Card includes a large array of benefits that turn your travels from a journey to an experience\. Read on to see all the benefits of the Card\. ## Credit Cards - [Up to 150,000 Qantas Points with the Westpac Altitude Qantas Black Credit Card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/credit-cards/westpac-altitude-qantas-black-guide/): The Westpac Qantas Black Credit Card comes with a decent Qantas Point earn rate, 2 Qantas Club lounge passes plus complimentary insurance\. - [110,000 bonus Velocity Points with MyCard Premier Credit Card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/credit-cards/mycard-premier-card-velocity-guide/): The MyCard Premier Credit Card offers 110,000 bonus Velocity Points for new cardholders who spend $8,000 or more on eligible purchases within 3 months from approval\. T\&Cs apply\. - [Up to 100,000 bonus Qantas Points with MyCard Premier Qantas Credit Card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/credit-cards/mycard-premier-qantas-card-guide/) - [200,000 bonus Membership Rewards Points¹ with the American Express Platinum Card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/credit-cards/american-express-platinum-guide/): The American Express Platinum Card is aimed at frequent travellers\. The card offers membership to Ascent Premium Rewards, extensive lounge access, complimentary hotel status upgrades, travel credits and comprehensive travel and smartphone insurance\. - [350,000 Membership Rewards® Bonus Points¹ with the American Express Platinum Business Card](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/credit-cards/american-express-platinum-business-guide/): The American Express Platinum Business Card comes with many travel benefits, including access to worldwide lounges, upgrade to elite tiers in hotel loyalty programs, complimentary insurances and a free The Australian Premium digital subscription\. ## Travel Guides - [How to hack your way to London with points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/travel-guides/london-2025/): Heading to London? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks\. - [How to hack your way to New York with points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/travel-guides/new-york-2025/): Heading to The Big Apple? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks\. - [How to hack your way to Rome with points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/travel-guides/rome-2025/): Roaming to Rome? This guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks\. - [How to hack your way to Hawaii with points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/travel-guides/fly-to-hawaii-points-2024/): Hawaii will soon become even easier to reach from Australia with Qantas launching direct flights from Melbourne to Honolulu in 2025\. - [How to hack your way to Bengaluru with points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/travel-guides/bengaluru-2024/): Travelling to Bengaluru? Our guide covers the best ways to fly there and where to stay to maximise your points, plus some handy tips and tricks\. ## Sky Miles - [Delta's check\-in suite at LAX is really a private lounge](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/skymiles/delta-one-check-in-at-lax/): Only a ticket in Delta's most premium cabin or an invitation\-only frequent flyer card can get you through the door\. But once inside, you can even clear security through a private TSA checkpoint\. - [Delta 360° offers Porsche tarmac transfers for the airline's most elite flyers](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/skymiles/delta-360/): When you've made it to Delta's invitation\-only tier, tight flight connections become an experience to savour\. Why run to your next gate when there's a Cayenne with your name on it? - [Delta status match: get SkyTeam Elite Plus until 2024](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/skymiles/delta-status-match/): Match your Qantas, Velocity or other status to Delta to unlock a sea of perks on airlines right across the globe\. Free upgrades to Delta First Class, anyone? ## Hilton Honors - [Hilton Honors offering 50% off points purchases: best price](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/hilton-honors/buy-points-promotions/): Hilton Honors is currently offering a 50% discount on bulk purchases of points\. We show you how to work out if it's worth buying points to save money on your travels ahead\. - [Double points with Hilton Honors](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/hilton-honors/promotions/): Keep your Hilton Honors account topped up with double points on all eligible stays for four months\. - [How to buy, gift and transfer Hilton Honors points](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/hilton-honors/buy-points-guide/): Buying Hilton Honors points during promotional periods can be a great way to build your points balance and unlock your next reward stay\. - [Hilton Honors offering Gold status matches from any other hotel program](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/hilton-honors/status-match-offers/): If you have Gold status or above with any other hotel program, then Hilton Honors are offering to match it at the equivalent level\. - [Using Hilton Honors points for a money can't buy day at the F1 in Melbourne](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/hilton-honors/auction-guide/): If you have access to Hilton Honors points, primarily through holding an American Express or Citi Prestige card, then you can enjoy once\-in\-a\-lifetime experiences through the Hilton Honors Auction site\. Plus my experience of attending the Melbourne Formula One\. ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://www.pointhacks.com.au/sitemap_index.xml)