Originally Posted by
LonerMatt
There doesn't really seem to be many benefits to joining a FFP at this stage - that's why I'm reaching out for help.
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Sure, asking Woolworth's to swipe a card when I shop there isn't much effort, but if all it gets me is $50 off a flight to Sydney and 5kg of baggage I wouldn't use anyway why bother? (especially since I usually only buy $50 of groceries a week, earning an amazing 20 points)..
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FFP's are for the long term.
If you buy an airfare based on price, then consider and/or look at which FFP you can put the miles/points. Most airlines have partner airlines. But some fares on airline A may earn zero or few miles with Airline B frequent flyer program.
The good thing about the the Australian Woolworth's Everyday card is that it keeps QF accounts alive. Is very good for the infrequent Qantas traveler who can have problems with the 18 month no activity points expiry rule. Expiry is common to many airline FFP's. There are similar ways with many FFP's to keep the miles/points from expiring.
On FT flying without getting miles/points is a heinous crime
