Description
In this episode, Matt is joined by Aaron Wong, the founder of the Singapore-based frequent flyer blog Milelion, for a chat about the recent changes to the Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program. The discussion then continues onto other KrisFlyer-related topics including waitlisting for KrisFlyer award seats, what to do if you have KrisFlyer miles due to expire next year and the new Singapore Airlines lounges that recently opened at Changi Airport.
Episode contents:
1:08 - Fortnightly news round-up
10:25 - Interview with Aaron Wong about the Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program
48:13 - Velocity as another alternative to Qantas Frequent Flyer
Links:
AFF on Air Discussion thread - a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions
How to Book a KrisFlyer Star Alliance Round The World Award
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Devaluation (2022)
Milelion website
Upcoming Frequent Flyer Solutions webinar (Velocity Points: An Underrated Award Travel Currency - 20 July 2022)
Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:
Australia Scraps Digital Passenger Declaration
The World’s Safest Countries According to Smartraveller
Velocity to Introduce Carrier Charges on Singapore Airlines
Woolworths Launches “Everyday Extra” Subscriptions
Qantas Restores Seamless Sydney Terminal Transfers
Most Qantas International Lounges Are Now Open Again
Qantas Mulls Lounge Membership Gifting for Points Club Plus
Velocity Extends Expiring Points until June 2023
Airlines Slash Travel Agent Commissions
Air New Zealand Unveils Refreshed Long-Haul Cabins
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