Adele Eliseo in the media: travel, loyalty & frequent flyer insights
Adele Eliseo is a respected Australian loyalty strategist, frequent flyer commentator and digital publisher. As founder of The Champagne Mile, she is regularly featured in broadcast and print media, offering insights on frequent flyer programs, loyalty schemes, consumer trends, and rewards policy.
Print and digital media commentary
Adele contributes to features and breaking news stories on aviation, loyalty strategy, consumer behaviour and frequent flyer trends for leading print and digital news outlets. A full archive of digital and print media mentions follows the article examples below.
The Australian
Adele discusses Qantas Loyalty HY25 results with Robyn Ironside and explores what this means for consumers
SA Business Journal
A feature article showcasing Adele's business journey as independent digital publisher of The Champagne Mile since 2016
SMART Money (News Corp)
Adele highlights the value of frequent flyer points as a financial asset for Australians and discusses strategies for protecting them
Media archive: digital and print mentions
This list is updated regularly. It includes print and digital feature commentary, quotes and insights attributed to Adele Eliseo and The Champagne Mile over a number of years. Please note: article links can change over time and some content may sit behind a paywall. Contact The Champagne Mile if you require assistance accessing a specific article.
2025
- 3 April 2025 – The Australian – Emirates unveils refurbished four-cabin 777 aircraft
- 2 April 2025 – Glam Adelaide – Qantas eyes return of international flights from Adelaide with new A321 XLR fleet
- 24 March 2025 – The Australian – Frequent flyer points: an asset with value that many don't realise
- 18 March 2025 – Australian Financial Review – Meet the frequent flyers breaking up with loyalty programs
- 12 March 2025 – The Advertiser – Qantas Classic Reward seats to cost up to 20% more
- 12 March 2025 – Travel Weekly – Qantas launches double status credits promotion
- 1 March 2025 – The Australian – Qantas Loyalty profits defy increased frequent flyer engagement
- 5 March 2025 – Sydney Morning Herald – What happens to your frequent flyer points during divorce?
- 9 February 2025 – Sydney Morning Herald – On point, or not: why credit card rewards schemes lost their shine
- 2 Feb 2025 – Townsville Bulletin – Why Qantas reward seats can be bought for less via other airline programs
- 23 January 2025 – The Guardian – Qantas has announced changes to its loyalty program. But will it benefit frequent flyers?
- 22 January 2025 – Travel Weekly – Qantas announces sweeping changes to frequent flyer program
- 20 Jan 2025 – The Australian – How airline surcharges on reward seats can diminish the value of points and miles
- 17 January 2025 – Australian Financial Review – Booming Chinese airlines offer bargain business flights to Europe
- 13 January 2025 – Daily Telegraph – Qantas defends difficulty in finding reward seats
- 1 January 2025 – Escape – How to make the most out of your frequent flyer points in 2025
2024
- 6 November 2024 – The Australian – Perks driving ‘highly desirable’ status credits for public servant flights
- 5 November 2024 – The Guardian – Accrual of status credits could be key to Qantas dominance
- 22 October 2024 – The Australian – Flight upgrade: How to get a seat in business class on a long-haul flight
- 17 October 2024 – The Australian – Virgin Australia’s Velocity overhaul adds two new tiers
- 29 July 2024 – MSN – Qantas set to squeeze frequent flyers for even more cash by hiking the price of lounge memberships
- 18 June 2024 – The Weekly Times – New paid entry airport lounge operator Escape expands to Australia
- 13 June 2024 – The Advertiser – Virgin Australia announces major change to in-flight menus
- 4 June 2024 – The Australian – Qantas reveals blueprint for return to reliability
- 25 April 2024 – The Australian – The battle for your loyalty and travel dollars
- 16 April 2024 – Daily Mail – This little-known Uber hack will earn you Qantas Frequent Flyer points in seconds
- 9 April 2024 – The Weekly Times – Lukewarm landing for Qantas loyalty rewards revamp
- 8 April 2024 - Yahoo News – An expert breaks down major Qantas Frequent Flyer changes
- 7 April 2024 – The Australian – Qantas ready to reveal massive frequent flyer program change
- 4 April 2024 – NT News – Value of frequent flyer points in question as some US airlines change their worth
- 28 March 2024 – Australian Financial Review – Qantas shakes up frequent flyer business but will take earnings hit
- 18 March 2024 – Daily Mail – How to access the Qantas lounge without paying for membership
- 28 Feb 2024 – Herald Sun – The unique feature setting the Emirates Brisbane airport lounge from all others
- 12 Jan 2024 – Herald Sun – Fierce contest for airline loyalty shaping up as a win for customers
2023
- 21 November 2023 – The Australian – Child friendly changes coming to Qantas Frequent Flyer
- 5 June 2023 – news.com.au – Qantas announces big change to frequent flyer program
- 18 May 2023 – Escape – How to stop your frequent flyer points expiring
- 25 March 2023 – Yahoo!News – Qantas' frequent flyer expiry rule sparks debate
- 21 March 2023 – Courier Mail – Qantas changes frequent flyer points expiry rules
- 23 February 2023 – The Advertiser – What happens to your frequent flyer points when there's death or divorce?
- 6 February 2023 – 9news.com.au – Aussie mum reveals her tips for getting a 'dream' travel deal
2022 and earlier
- 23 November 2022 – The Advertiser – How to hack your way to flying business class for a bargain
- 10 September 2021 – DMarge – Qatar Airways Joins Airlines Charging Extra for Business Class Seat Choices
- 7 March 2021 – News.com.au – Aussie mum flew business class to the US for just $170
- 28 October 2020 – Seven News – Best ways to use frequent flyer points during the Pandemic travel pause
- 15 October 2020 – DMarge – How to fly business class for cheap: Tips from a points expert
- 5 October 2020 – Daily Mail – Experts reveals why you should never spend frequent flyer points on gift cards
- 31 July 2020 – DMarge – The real reason why flying business class with points is getting harder
- 29 July 2020 – DMarge – The Changes Business Class Passengers Need To Be Ready For In 2021
- 30 April 2020 – Savings.com.au – Frequent flyer expert shares tips to hack your points
- 22 April 2020 – Money Magazine – What the Virgin collapse means for your Velocity points
- 14 February 2020 – Vogue Australia – How this woman hacks her way to business class flights around the world
- 31 October 2019 – News.com.au – Australians turning to frequent flyer points after Virgin collapse
- 5 September 2019 – News.com.au – How an Aussie mum hacks her way into business class
- 21 June 2019 – News.com.au – Qantas Points deals: The top five things to know
Articles authored by Adele Eliseo
With a byline appearing in national mastheads including the Sydney Morning Herald and news.com.au, Adele Eliseo welcomes opportunities to help shape the Australian conversation on frequent flyer literacy and loyalty strategy through editorial and opinion pieces.
Sydney Morning Herald
To explore Adele’s full history of authored work, visit her Muck Rack profile.
TV appearances featuring Adele Eliseo
Adele's appearances span live crosses and pre-recorded segments, featured on major networks including Nine, Seven, 10, and Sky News Australia.
The Today Show: Adele shares her tips for maximising frequent flyer points on premium flights.
Aired 9 August 2023
Nine News: Adele highlights key consumer loyalty issues and how Australians can use rewards programs smarter.
Aired 6 March 2023
Radio interviews and podcast appearances
Adele has appeared on commercial and ABC radio, discussing loyalty trends, aviation news, and frequent flyer programs. She’s also featured on leading podcasts that explore finance, lifestyle, and travel topics.
The World Awaits | 5 December 2024
Fly up the pointy end of the plane with frequent flyer specialist Adele Eliseo from The Champagne Mile.
“Points collection is less about flying and more about where you can maximise your points on the ground,” says Adele. “In almost every area where we spend money there’s a way to get points, so start by analysing your spending and where you could collect.”
Adele has firsthand experience, having flown her entire family business class around the world using points.
Contact Adele Eliseo
Adele is available for media commentary, speaking engagements, and contributor opportunities. Reach out directly using the details below.
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