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