• Points laundering via SPG

    Jun 06, 2017, 01:52 PM

    Originally Posted by pkjames : Multiple SPG accounts under different family member. Buy points during sale such as now. Combine them then move to Avios.One I could think of. So that's an outright purchase of SPG Point? I'm looking more at credit card accruals as part of daily operating expenses....

  • Points laundering via SPG

    Jun 05, 2017, 02:28 PM

    Originally Posted by moa999 : Move points to SPG, move points to targeted program. No **** Sherlock! LOL Now let's get to the mechanics and details of credit card programme.

  • Points laundering via SPG

    Jun 05, 2017, 05:04 AM

    Can someone please give me the low down for points laundering via SPG.Objective: To accrue BA Avios at the best possible rate on an AU-based credit card programme.Challenge: Not to use Diners Club or to a lesser extent Amex.I'd really appreciate a step by step guide, if possible.

  • Bose Headphones

    Jun 04, 2017, 09:26 AM

    Take your own. The Cathay provision is OK but nothing beats your own. 

  • Advice for Singapore

    Jun 02, 2017, 01:54 PM

    Orchard Road is overrated and overpriced. Yes it is accessible but I don't think you truly get the sense of Singapore (if that's what you're after).I'd venture out to places like Novena or Bishan instead, just outside the Orchard area. Although hotels around Novena is rubbish, except perhaps...

  • I see the potential for a new Qantas-branded product. Qpan, a new Marc Newson designed bed pan. Stylish and contemporary. Better register Qpan before Qatar Airways get on it! Go!

  • American Airlines Lounge Access

    May 31, 2017, 10:00 AM

    Originally Posted by harrys : Hi Guys,In a couple of weeks I will be traveling to American where I will achieve QF Gold approximately half way into my trip,Is there anyway of getting into the AA Admirals club without a FF card to show?Cheers  Will you accrue the SC in t...

  • Originally Posted by sid : Rumours are that some airlines put high temperatures to put people to sleep. It's very rare that they will change the cabin temperature on the request of a passenger.  A warmer cabin keeps me up. Keep it cool if you want me to sleep! Which is why I never sleep wel...

  • Routing to China

    May 26, 2017, 01:05 AM

    Chinese airspace is used by the military i believe. It's restricted, except specific corridors I think. 

  • Originally Posted by terra_67 : Booked on a BA flight from Prague to London can I get lounge with QANTAS Club membership?Thanks in advance Terry No. Access with Qantas club has not been possible since 2012.

  • Premium economy from Melbourne

    May 21, 2017, 06:50 PM

    Originally Posted by KingHavok : HI all,Recently joined a new company and then discovered their travel tier system is shit. Combined with being based in MEL (rather than SYD) organising travel is doing my head in. Could use some advice. Assuming you channel all your traffic, except one MEL/SIN r...

  • Uber X from Kuala Lumpur airport

    May 21, 2017, 02:44 AM

    Originally Posted by Lost_in_SIN : Hey there, I use Uber all the time from KLIA. The prices are really reasonable so you may want to select Uber Black / Premium for a bit more comfort as some of the Uber X cars are quite small if you have multiple passengers or luggage. In terms of pic...

  • Uber X from Kuala Lumpur airport

    May 20, 2017, 08:16 PM

    Has anyone used Uber X from KLIA airport?Does Uber block Uber X in the vicinity of KLIA, like they do at MEL?Are Uber X drivers readily available?What's a good spot at KLIA (non-budget terminal) to drop the pin for pick-up?Is discretion required i.e. is there a turf war between Uber drivers and t...

  • Cleveland from Melbourne

    May 19, 2017, 05:40 PM

    Originally Posted by lind26 : Having great difficulty getting decent connecting 1 stop flights from Mel to CLE in mid to late June.This used to be a no brainer, can't seem to get Virgin to even offer the route, and Qantas sends you all over the place and even via Sydney too with 3 stops in each ...

  • US/EU laptop ban rejected

    May 18, 2017, 12:21 PM

    The US and EU have apparently rejected expanding a laptop ban on flights from Europe.