Smarter strategies for frequent flyer points, travel and rewards
About The Champagne Mile
The Champagne Mile is an independent Australian publisher. We help consumers and businesses make the most of airline loyalty programs, frequent flyer points, and rewards-based products.
We believe that points and loyalty rewards aren’t just perks. They are strategic assets that can unlock premium travel, meaningful savings, and elevated lifestyle experiences.
Our story
Founded by respected loyalty strategist and media commentator Adele Eliseo in 2016, The Champagne Mile brings years of hands-on expertise and editorial leadership to the rewards space.
Adele and The Champagne Mile have been featured extensvely in The Australian, Australian Financial Review, Nine News, SMH and other leading media, helping consumers navigate complex points systems with confidence. With Adele as publisher, The Champagne Mile operates as an independent platform with a broader mission: to provide practical, well-researched content that helps Australians extract real value from rewards programs.
Make your points go further
Not all points are created equal, and the right strategy makes all the difference. The Champagne Mile helps you earn smarter, redeem better, and unlock more value from every reward and redemption opportunity. We’re a trusted resource for:
Frequent Flyers
Optimise points for premium travel, upgrades, and elite perks.
Smart Spenders
Earn more rewards and benefits on everyday purchases.
Business Owners
Leverage expenses for valuable travel benefits.
We break down complex loyalty programs, showing Australians how to:
Master frequent flyer programs: Earn and redeem points with confidence
Maximise credit card rewards: Find products that align with your spending and travel goals
Enhance your travel experience: Unlock premium travel experiences, upgrades, lounge access, and exclusive perks
Every dollar you spend should work harder for you. The Champagne Mile shows you how.
Why you can trust us
Since launching in 2016, The Champagne Mile has built a reputation for accessible, independent reporting on airline loyalty, rewards products, and strategic earning. We are committed to editorial transparency and factual accuracy, and we operate under Australian financial regulations.
Verify licensing status and check the legitimacy of The Champagne Mile on the ASIC Professional Register by searching for our parent company, MAIH Consulting Pty Ltd, a corporate authorised credit representative (CRN: 511235) of QED Credit Services Pty Ltd (ACL: 387856).
Our site is supported by commercial partnerships, including affiliate programs and sponsored content, We prioritise well-researched, practical insights to help our readers make informed decisions. While we earn revenue through affiliate partnerships, our coverage is independently written and never influenced by advertisers. You can learn more via our Editorial Policy and Affiliate Disclosure.
A leading voice in loyalty, rewards and travel
The Champagne Mile and founder Adele Eliseo are at the forefront of consumer advocacy in the rewards and loyalty space. Adele is a strong believer that frequent flyer points should be protected as financial assets. Through a strong presence in the media, The Champagne Mile helps shape loyalty program policy around points redemption rules and improved points expiry terms.
The Champagne Mile is regularly featured in leading media outlets, including:
View our media page to learn more about The Champagne Mile’s print, digital and broadcast media coverage.
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Partner with The Champagne Mile
The Champagne Mile is always looking to collaborate with brands that share our commitment to delivering value. If you’re an airline, bank, or loyalty program looking to reach engaged frequent flyers, business owners, and rewards-focused Australians, let’s talk.
Adele Eliseo is also available for print, broadcast and radio media opportunities. She can share insights on aviation news, frequent flyer programs, and the wider loyalty and rewards industry.