Aviation
Virgin Australia snares Qantas’ chief operations officer
In a move that has surely pissed of Alan Joyce, Virgin’s CEO has gone and poached one of her fave ex-colleagues from the flying kangaroo.
Aviation
Virgin hits back at Qantas’ frequent flyer push with “a more compelling loyalty offer”
Virgin Australia has thrown a ‘loyalty left-hook’ at the flying kangaroo, as the frequent flyer battle between the two carriers heats up.
Road & Rail
Velocity Frequent Flyer partners with Hertz-owned car share company
Are you seeking other ways to boost your Velocity points than by buying a case of Virgin Wines or signing up for another credit card? Look no further.
Aviation
Aviation Wrap: Rex in line for $150m of funding, Velocity’s ‘Double Points’ campaign + MORE
We can’t promise this week’s Aviation Wrap is all good news, but at least Rex shareholders and Velocity Frequent Flyers have something to cheer about.
Aviation
Velocity expands Reward Seat availability across Virgin Australia network
Unfortunately, Travel Weekly’s editor won’t be able to take advantage of this sweet new offer after spending all of his Velocity points on a new sandwich press and a Fitbit.
Aviation
Administrators shortlist Virgin bidders, as Velocity point redemptions resume
by Huntley Mitchell
The administrators of Virgin Australia have whittled down the number of suitors after spending the weekend mulling over all the non-binding offers. Find out who they are here.
Aviation
Virgin update: Suitor made move 18 months ago, administrators seek help and Velocity joins creditor list
As the administrators and creditors of Virgin prime themselves for tomorrow’s meeting, there’s been a juicy mix of revelations and updates in the days leading up to it.
Aviation
Velocity Frequent Flyer freezes points, as suitors line up to take over Virgin
by Huntley Mitchell
Were you hoping to redeem some of your Velocity points to purchase a new toaster or some bed linen? Well, we’ve got some bad news.
Aviation
Virgin Australia shares at 10-year low
by Christian Fleetwood
Following a drop of 10.3 per cent in the carrier’s share price, Virgin Australia’s Wednesday open was at a 10-year low.
Aviation
Velocity Frequent Flyer’s CEO to fly the coop
Karl Schuster will be shedding a tear or two over his impending departure, as he prepares to kiss goodbye unlimited Velocity Frequent Flyer points and free stays on Sir Richard’s private island.
Aviation
Virgin completes Velocity Frequent Flyer acquisition
by Huntley Mitchell
Addicted to news about frequent flyer programs? Well, get ready to jab yourself once more with this.
Aviation
Aviation Wrap: South African Airways resumes services, Velocity’s new partner, United nixes jet lag + MORE!
This Aviation Wrap is full of sales, new products and even a couple of big milestones. Call it a fruit salad, if you will.