AFF on Air is the Australian Frequent Flyer travel podcast featuring tips, tricks and chat for Australian travellers. Keep up with the latest airline, aviation & loyalty program news and learn the best Qantas Frequent Flyer & Virgin Australia Velocity point hacks! Hosted by Australian Frequent Flyer editor Matt Graham, this free fortnightly podcast features interviews with experts from the travel industry.
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AFF on Air is the Australian Frequent Flyer travel podcast featuring tips, tricks and chat for Australian travellers. Keep up with the latest airline, aviation & loyalty program news and learn the best Qantas Frequent Flyer & Virgin Australia Velocity point hacks! Hosted by Australian Frequent Flyer editor Matt Graham, this free fortnightly podcast features interviews with experts from the travel industry.
When Should Loyalty Programs Stop Extending Status? – AIR085
AFF on AIR Podcast
58 minutes 40 seconds
3 years ago
When Should Loyalty Programs Stop Extending Status? – AIR085
In this episode, loyalty program expert David Feldman is back for another chat about airline & hotel loyalty programs!
This extended interview covers topics including COVID-19 status extensions, the "golden handcuff" effect, recent changes to hotel loyalty programs, why Qantas could be risking killing its profitable “golden goose”, and lots more.
Episode contents:
1:00 - Fortnightly news round-up
9:05 - Interview with David Feldman
Links:
AFF on Air Discussion thread - a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions
Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:
Guide to Virgin Australia’s Partnership with United Airlines
Rex Withdraws from 7 Regional Routes
Bonza Won’t Offer Website or Travel Agent Bookings
Instant IHG Platinum Status + Diamond Challenge
The Crazy Adventure of an AFF Member’s Lost Phone
Unlimited German Train Travel for a Month for $14!
AFF on AIR Podcast
AFF on Air is the Australian Frequent Flyer travel podcast featuring tips, tricks and chat for Australian travellers. Keep up with the latest airline, aviation & loyalty program news and learn the best Qantas Frequent Flyer & Virgin Australia Velocity point hacks! Hosted by Australian Frequent Flyer editor Matt Graham, this free fortnightly podcast features interviews with experts from the travel industry.
