Description
Has the Avianca LifeMiles program lost its shine? Buying LifeMiles during their promotions used to be a popular way of saving money on Star Alliance Business and First class flights, but using them on flights from Australia has become very difficult indeed. In this episode, find out why Air Canada's Aeroplan program may now be a much better alternative for Australian flyers.
Also in this episode, Velocity Frequent Flyer and the Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer programs have reinstated the conversion of points between each program. Plus, why airport security queues can be so frustrating for frequent flyers - and a possible solution.
Episode contents:
1:14 - Fortnightly news round-up
6:41 - Why Avianca LifeMiles has lost its shine in Australia
13:35 - Why the Air Canada Aeroplan program is a good replacement for LifeMiles
21:20 - Velocity reinstates points transfers to Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
29:08 - An idea to improve airport security
Links:
AFF on Air Discussion thread - a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions
No Availability: What’s the Point of Buying LifeMiles in 2022?
How to Buy & Redeem Air Canada Aeroplan Points
How to Transfer Velocity Points to Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
How to Improve Airport Security Queues
Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:
The Latest KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Deals
Emirates Reopens Most Australian Airport Lounges
AirAsia X Challenges on Sydney-Auckland Route
Qantas Fixes Alaska Airlines Classic Reward Pricing
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