Virgin Australia Guides

Best benefits of Qantas Gold status for economy flyers

Whip out that Gold frequent flyer card and discover five ways to make your journey easier.

Guide: Qantas Club international guest list expanded

The Red Roo is expanding perks for members, with more same-day travellers jetting overseas added ...

How Marriott Bonvoy upgrades work

Plan you upgrade to larger rooms or even suites at hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis...

How to get a room upgrade at Hilton hotels

Treat yourself to a bigger room and a better stay with these three tips.

Qantas Points Club guide: membership levels, perks and FAQs

Qantas Points Club is your ticket to earning status credits on reward flights, free Qantas Club v...

Etihad to remain Virgin partner despite Qatar alliance

The Gulf rivals will stand shoulder to shoulder on Virgin Australia’s roster of international par...

Best business class seats: Qantas Boeing 787

Looking for the best business class seats on the Qantas Boeing 787-9? We've used the official sea...

Airlines slow to allow pets in Australian aircraft cabins

New aviation rules allow airlines to decide whether to carry animals in aircraft cabins, but thei...

When it doesn’t make sense to upgrade to business class

The ‘upgrade lottery’ has more losers than winners, so why play the game in the first place?

Inside Virgin Australia’s new Beyond VIP tier

Virgin seeks to close the gap against Qantas with exclusive VIP perks and an elite loyalty program.

Virgin opens airport lounges for ‘on arrival’ access

Top-tier Velocity members can once again visit Virgin’s lounges after their flight.

Betty’s Burgers join the menu at Virgin Australia lounges

Ever get that crazy hamburger craving before your flight? If so, Virgin’s got you covered.

Velocity Platinum status is now more affordable than ever

Sharpened baseline pricing for Virgin Australia business class means top-tier status and perks ca...

Virgin Atlantic offers Qantas, Virgin Australia status match

Top-tier frequent flyers with 20 international airlines can snare Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Gol...

Virgin Australia Boeing 737 business class

With lounge access and fares half the price of Qantas, Virgin’s 737 business is all class.

British Airways, Heathrow Airport ditch face masks

BA is the largest airline to declare face masks are now optional rather than mandatory.

Would you sign up for a Qantas or Virgin ‘flight pass’?

A Netflix-style flight subscription has clear appeal to business travellers and frequent flyers.

Swiss’ newest seat is “more premium than economy”

Expect greater legroom, more personal space and upgraded meals in the new 24-seat premium economy...

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