Episode 23 - The World’s Best Airlines + Why You Shouldn’t Ignore SkyTeam

Join Matt Graham and Wilson McTaggart for episode 23 of Travel Pointers! The pair discuss which are the world's best airlines, as well as their favourite picks - do you agree with their list?

Also, Australians often focus their attention on two of the three alliances: Oneworld and Star Alliance. Many people seem to forget that the SkyTeam alliance exists – but it’s for exactly that reason that it could be worth your while to learn about it.

Each episode begins with a discussion of some of the recent Australian travel and frequent flyer news. In this episode:

• Qantas and Virgin Australia banning use of power banks
• Last chance to transfer Amex points at current rates (15 Dec)
• Earn Velocity status credits on distance flown with Virgin Australia Holidays 
• Virgin Australia closing Sydney premium lounge entry 
• Burgers are now served in the Qantas Business lounge in Sydney
• Jetstar flyers can earn more Qantas Points and bonus status credits each year with a Qantas Frequent Flyer Extra subscription
• Qantas will improve downgrade compensation policy for customers on Classic Reward tickets
• Cathay banning changes to frequent flyer numbers online or over the phone

Here's where you can also find more information about other topics discussed in this episode:

• What are your favourite airlines? Let us know in this thread!
• Matt's 5 favourite airlines
• Stephen's 5 favourite airlines
• How to access the AFF discount on Qantas Club memberships