Earlier this month, Qantas reopened international flight bookings for July 2021. But then, this week, Australia's current and former Chief Medical Officers both said they didn't expect regular international travel to Australia to resume until 2022. So, when can we expect some level of meaningful international travel to resume?

Also in this episode, Matt discusses the current state border arrangements, the impact of the recent reduction to Australia's international arrival caps and how you can claim your share of free Velocity Frequent Flyer points.

 

Episode contents:

2:12 - Fortnightly news round-up
13:50 - Discussion on state border closures
26:19 - Australia further reduces international arrival caps
33:16 - When could Australia's international borders reopen?
40:06 - How to claim your free Velocity points

 

Links:

AFF on Air Discussion thread - a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions
Overview of Australian State Border Restrictions
Domestic Reward Flights Can Still Be Great Value
The International Flights Available to Australia in January 2021

 

Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:

Qantas & Virgin Suspend Lounge Access on Arrival
Qantas to Launch 7 New Regional Routes in Early 2021
Face Masks Mandatory on Domestic Flights
Virgin Removes Music from In-Flight Entertainment
Flybuys Improves Velocity Points Transfer Rate
The Qatar Blockade is Over
Virgin Australia Partners with Air Canada
Win a Share of 20 Million Velocity Points
Emirates Reveals New Premium Economy Seats
Woolworths’ Frequent Shopper Club Closing on 25 January 2021
Velocity Global Wallet Shutting Down