In the final AFF on Air podcast episode for 2021, Matt is joined by the owner of Australian Frequent Flyer Clifford Reichlin for a chat about the challenges of running a travel website during a pandemic - when nobody can travel.

Also in this episode, how to get an upgrade when flying with Qantas or Virgin Australia, and a potentially clever hack to get two free nights at Accor hotels.

 

Episode contents:

0:54 - Fortnightly news round-up

10:37 - How to upgrade your flight on Qantas or Virgin Australia

24:13 - Interview with Clifford Reichlin

39:05 - Listener question: Is it worth joining Accor Plus in Indonesia?

 

Links:

AFF on Air Discussion thread - a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions

How to Upgrade on Virgin Australia for $50

The Qantas Call Centre is a Disgrace

Guide to Accor Plus Membership

 

Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:

Overview of Australian State Border Restrictions

Border Rules Tightened Over Omicron Concerns

Virgin Partners with Link Airways on Sydney-Canberra Route

Westpac & St George Credit Cards Cap Qantas Points

Earn Flybuys Points at Bunnings & Officeworks

Earn Velocity Status Credits on Hertz Car Rentals

Qantas Corrects Accor Earn Rate Error

How to Buy & Redeem Avianca LifeMiles