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Buy Virgin Points and Get up to 40% More!

Lyka Sadiaza — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 22:19:57 +0000

Looking to top up your Points balance? Now’s the perfect time. For a limited period, you can boost your Points for less with savings of up to 40% off when you buy Points by 11:59pm AEDT, 21 October 2025.

Whether you’re planning your next getaway or just want to be ready for a future reward, this limited-time offer makes it easier (and cheaper) to reach your travel goals.

Here’s how much you’ll save:

20% off when you purchase 15,000 – 80,000 Points
30% off when you purchase 90,000 – 150,000 Points
35% off when you purchase 160,000 – 200,000 Points
40% off when you purchase 210,000 – 250,000 Points

Don’t miss out — this offer ends 21 October 2025.

Terms and conditions apply.

Image credit: Velocity

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Which Visa/MC Maximise Your Points Earning Capacity? Australia’s Top Strategy 2025

Isaac N — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:19:28 +0000

We’ve covered the various American Express cards available, and the American Express Platinum and Edge cards came out as clear winners offering the highest earning rate in terms of points. As some merchants add substantial surcharges for transactions in American Express while some decline to accept it altogether, having a Visa or Mastercard is essential […]

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Highest Points Earning Amex Cards in Australia [2025 Guide]

Tina Tong — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:13:23 +0000

With several unique credit cards that provide a range of fabulous perks and benefits it can be daunting to pick out the perfect and the highest-earning American Express card. At PointsAdvisor, we have done that research for you, we’ve simplified the information for you to help you pick the right card so you’re one step […]

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Get Closer to Your Next Holiday With Bonus Avios

Lyka Sadiaza — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:13:45 +0000

Privilege Club members are now a step closer to their next holiday with a new limited-time bonus offer.
Until 15 October 2025, members can convert reward points from participating partners — including AHA Pay, PartsPay, pay.com.au, Shangri-La Circle, Symbion Elite Rewards, and World of Hyatt — into Avios and collect up to 40% bonus Avios.

Offer Highlights

20% bonus Avios on conversions of up to 9,999 Avios in a single transaction
30% bonus Avios on conversions between 10,000 and 49,999 Avios in a single transaction
40% bonus Avios on conversions of 50,000 Avios or more in a single transaction

This promotion provides Privilege Club members with the opportunity to maximise their points and enjoy even greater rewards when planning their next journey.

Terms and conditions apply.

Image Credit: Qatar Airways

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✈️ Airline Rewards: How Frequent Flyers Can Maximise Their Points

Sean — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 02:54:06 +0000

Airline rewards aren’t just for frequent flyers—they’re for anyone who wants more value from their travel. Whether you’re flying for business or leisure, understanding how to earn points with your airline loyalty program can unlock serious perks: free flights, cabin upgrades, lounge access, and priority services.

This guide breaks down how to earn points with major airline programs around the world. You’ll also find official program links, flight mileage calculators, and practical tips for making every trip count. From Qantas Frequent Flyer and Emirates Skywards to KrisFlyer, AAdvantage, and more—we’ll help you compare options and start maximising your airline rewards potential today.

Qantas Frequent Flyer

Qatar Airways Privilege Club

Emirates Skywards

Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus

HawaiianMiles

Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer

Etihad Guest

Amex to Avios Transfer Now Available for Australians – Unlock New Travel Options

Liz Li — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 03:58:48 +0000

If you’re an Australian Amex cardholder, exciting news is here: Amex to Avios transfer is now available. This means you can convert your Membership Rewards points into British Airways Avios — and unlock global travel rewards.

What’s New: Amex to Avios Transfer Explained

Australians can now enjoy more flexibility when redeeming their Amex points. British Airways Executive Club has joined American Express as a transfer partner — giving travelers access to one of the most versatile frequent flyer currencies on the market.

Transfer details:

2 Membership Rewards points = 1 Avios
Minimum transfer: 1,000 Membership Rewards points (for 500 Avios)

To get started, simply link your British Airways Executive Club account through your Amex Membership Rewards portal.

Why It Matters: Unlock High-Value Travel

British Airways Avios is part of the Oneworld alliance, which includes top-tier airlines such as:

Qantas – ideal for domestic and trans-Tasman flights
Qatar Airways – access the world-famous Qsuites
Japan Airlines – perfect for travel across Asia
Cathay Pacific – for smooth long-haul options to East Asia

Moreover, Avios redemptions are often more cost-effective than other programs — especially for short-haul and regional flights.

How to Maximise Your Avios After Transfer

Knowing how to use your Avios is key to unlocking their value. Here are smart strategies:

Redeem for Qsuites via Qatar Airways — widely regarded as the best business class experience in the world.

Combine your Avios between British Airways, Qatar Airways (Privilege Club), and Iberia — this adds flexibility across platforms.

Avoid high surcharges by redeeming on partner airlines like Qantas or Japan Airlines.

Look for off-peak short-haul flights within Asia or Europe for excellent cents-per-point value.

Things to Know Before You Transfer

Before jumping in, here are some important considerations:

Transfers are one-way and cannot be reversed

Your name must match on both your Amex and BA accounts

Transfers typically take 24–48 hours, though delays can happen

Avios may expire after 36 months of inactivity — keep your account active with redemptions or new transfers

Final Thoughts

This new Amex to Avios transfer option gives Australian travelers more power than ever before. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or a luxury long-haul adventure, British Airways Avios can help you fly further — and smarter.

Ready to move your points? Contact our specialist and get started today.

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Earn Up to 30,000 Bonus Qantas Points on Hotels & Holidays

Cynthia — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 02:44:22 +0000

Qantas is rolling out a limited-time opportunity for travelers to maximize their rewards! Until midnight on Monday, 31 March 2025, you can earn up to 30,000 bonus Qantas Points when booking through Qantas Hotels and Holidays.

Here’s how you can boost your points:

Spend $500 – Earn 5,000 bonus points
Spend $1,000 – Earn 10,000 bonus points
Spend $2,000 – Earn 20,000 bonus points
Spend $3,000 – Earn 30,000 bonus points

In addition to these exclusive bonuses, travelers will continue to earn 3 points per $1 spent on eligible bookings.

With access to over 500,000 hotels worldwide, Qantas Luxury Holidays packed with premium perks, and Fly & Stay packages that combine flights and accommodation for extra savings, now is the perfect time to plan your next getaway.

Act fast—this offer expires at midnight on Monday, 31 March 2025.

Note: The spend amount is based on cash transactions. Points Plus Pay can be used, but only the cash portion contributes to the bonus points threshold.

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RewardsPlus with Marriott Bonvoy and United MileagePlus

Tina Tong — Sat, 16 Mar 2024 20:46:00 +0000

If you’re a member of Marriott Bonvoy and United MileagePlus^®, you’re eligible to have higher rewards with the new RewardsPlus program.

If you’re interested in joining RewardsPlus, sign in to your Marriott Bonvoy account to begin the registration process, or enroll now by linking your United MileagePlus and Marriott Bonvoy accounts.

Benefits:

The partnership with Marriott Bonvoy provides benefits for United MileagePlus members. This includes complimentary Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status for members with Premier Gold status and higher.
You can earn 10% more points when you convert Marriott Bonvoy points into MileagePlus miles that can be used towards award travel and more.
There are some great deals on packages. You can earn up to 10,000 extra miles when you choose United.
When you choose Marriott Bonvoy within 90 days of your flight you will earn miles.
You can convert MileagePlus miles into Marriott Bonvoy points at a 1-to-1 ratio. (this is only available for MileagePlus Premier members and they can convert up to 50,000 miles into Marriott Bonvoy points each year.

Lastest update:

You can transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to United miles in increments ranging from 3,000 to 240,000 points. For every 3 Marriott points transferred, you’ll receive 1 MileagePlus mile. Moreover, there’s an added incentive: Every 60,000 points transferred earns you a bonus of 10,000 miles.

For instance, if you convert 120,000 Marriott points into MileagePlus, you’d receive 60,000 United miles.

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Choosing the Best Credit Card for Australians Traveling Overseas

Neil C — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:26:06 +0000

Different earning rates often apply when using your credit card domestically or abroad. Today, we unravel the intricate domain of credit cards and the various types available with the aim of uncovering the best international earning rate from the leading international cards.

Note: Some of these cards have foreign transaction fees which may negatively impact the earn rate of your card of choice.

	Points/$	Fee% for International transaction	Conversion rate	Benefits
Coles Mastercard (Annual Fee $99)	2 Flybuys for first $3000, rate is halved thereafter.	0%	2:1 to Velocity 1 Velocity pt/$ for first $3000 spent 0.5 pts/$ thereafter	– low annual fee – No international transaction fee – good earn rate for Velocity points
Commonwealth Bank Ultimate Rewards	1.2 (Qantas points)	0%	Directly credited to Qantas 1.2 Qantas pts/$	– No Monthly card fee if you meet the spending requirement – No international transaction fee
American Express Platinum (Annual Fee $1,450)	2.25	3%	2:1 conversion to most major airlines and hotels (conversion drops to 3:1 to Singapore Airlines Krisflyer and Emirates Skyward in Oct 2023)	– $450 Travel Credit – Accor Plus Membership – Hotel Elite Status – Priority Pass
Qantas Premier Titanium (Annual Fee $1,200)	2 (Qantas Points)	3%	Directly credited to Qantas 2 Qantas points/$	– Bonus Status credit on Qantas marketed flights – Qantas fare discount – 4 lounge passes
Citibank Prestige Credit Card (Annual Fee $700)	3	3.4%	Velocity 2:1 Cathay/Krisflyer 2.5:1 Transfer to other programs not recommended	– 4th night free at selected hotels – Priority pass membership – Citi PayAll 0% fee offer and others

Examining each card’s finer details.

The Coles Mastercard gets the crown in Velocity Frequent Flyer as it yields 1 point per dollar with 0 foreign transaction fees and a low annual fee.

Qantas Premier Titanium leads the pack for Qantas frequent flyers as it yields 2 points per dollar spent. This feature-packed card comes with numerous benefits with Qantas including discounted tickets, increased status points, first class lounge passes and more. However, you will incur a foreign transaction fee of 3% and an annual fee of $1,200.

The Commonwealth Bank Ultimate Rewards is a good option for Qantas flyers if you want a card with low fees. Although it yields a slightly lower earning rate of 1.2 points per dollar, but it does not attract foreign transaction fees and you can even have the monthly fee waived if you meet the spending requirement.

For those who cherish hotel benefits will appreciate the value of an Amex Platinum or Citibank Prestige Mastercard.

Conclusion

As you can see every card has its benefits and drawbacks, the card that’s right for you often depends on your spending pattern and personal choice. Regardless of the card you choose a Points Advisor expert can help you leverage the points you earn—call us, you’ll be happy you did.

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How to Earn Velocity Status Points

PointsAdvisor — Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:32:00 +0000

To Maintain Platinum membership it’s important to know how to earn Status Credits that will contribute to maintaining your status or upgrading your status to Platinum membership.

Here are 4 Ways to earn more points:

1. Fly on an eligible fare with Virgin Australia or its airline partners.
2. Combine family members Velocity Points and Status Credits into a single Velocity account.
3. Scan your flybuys card when you shop at Coles, Coles Online, Liquorland and First Choice Liquor Market to earn 1 Status Credit for every $100 spent (up to 10 per month).
4. Earn with Velocity Frequent Flyer Points earning credit cards.

Some of the benefits of Platinum Membership

• 100% Points bonus, on top of the base Points, earned, when traveling with Virgin Australia
• Access for yourself and 3 guests, plus up to 3 children aged between 2-17 to Domestic and international Lounge access.
• 4 Complimentary upgrades to Business Class for eligible domestic flights
• Seating Preferences, advanced seat selection and Preferential seating.
• Companion Gold Membership and Platinum Membership
• Complimentary Baggage Allowance
• Complimentary Platinum Partner membership with IHG®Rewards Club or Diamond Partner membership with Hilton HHonorsTM.
• Complimentary Europcar Privilege Elite Membership or Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Presidents Circle®.
• Travel benefits with our International airline partners
• Family can benefit from Platinum memberhip too
• Member-only promotions

For more details about Velocity Platinum Membership benefits, you can check here.

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