Summary: <br> <br> On the AFF on Air podcast, we often talk about the frequent flyer programs of airlines. But hotels are an equally important part of the travel experience, and hotel loyalty programs can offer some great perks (as well as free nights) to frequent guests. In this episode, James Green from Frequent Flyer Solutions explains how loyalty programs work - from earning and redeeming points, to gaining elite status with major hotel chains including Hilton Honors, IHG Rewards Club, Marriott Bonvoy and Accor ALL. You'll also learn how to achieve elite hotel loyalty status without even spending a night in a hotel!<br> <br> Also in this episode, how to earn 20,000 Qantas Frequent Flyer points (plus get a very nice case of wine) for under $400.<br> <br> <br> <br> Episode contents:<br> <br> 1:00 - Fortnightly news round-up<br> 11:18 - How to earn 20,000 Qantas points for under $400 with Qantas Wine deals<br> 14:51 - Interview with James Green on hotel loyalty programs<br> <br> <br> <br> Links:<br> <br> AFF on Air Discussion thread - a dedicated AFF thread to discuss the podcast and ask questions<br> 20,000 Qantas Points (Plus Six Great Bottles of Wine) for $399<br> Frequent Flyer Solutions training course on loyalty programs including hotel loyalty programs<br> <br> <br> <br> Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up:<br> <br> Australia to Increase International Arrival Caps<br> Qantas to Wet Lease Alliance Airlines E190s<br> SilkAir Merges Into Singapore Airlines<br> Qatar, Emirates & Cathay Pacific Further Extend Tier Status to 2022<br> Qantas Launches Rescue Flights to Norfolk Island<br> Overview of Australian State Border Restrictions<br> 10 Free Qantas Points Per Day for Walking (February 2021)<br> 5,000 Bonus Points for Adding an Additional Amex Cardholder
