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Virgin Australia service and loyalty developments

Overview

Virgin Australia has introduced several initiatives aimed at enhancing passenger experience and loyalty rewards. In October 2026, the airline offered Velocity Frequent Flyer members the option to earn double Status Credits or double Velocity Points on various domestic, Trans-Tasman, and international short-haul flights. This promotion included bonus points for specific routes and partnerships with Europcar and DoorDash.

By November 2026, the airline announced significant investments in its lounge infrastructure. This includes a multi-million-dollar refurbishment of the Brisbane domestic lounge, expected to be completed by mid-2027, which will add seating, work pods, and meeting rooms. Additionally, the airline plans to reopen an exclusive, invitation-only Beyond Lounge in Perth in early 2027, expanding that specific network to four cities.

Further service enhancements announced in November include a partnership with Shark Beauty to provide hairdryers and hair straighteners in lounges nationwide. The airline is also introducing WhatsApp-based customer service for select membership tiers, specifically for Beyond, Velocity Platinum Plus, and Business Flyer members.

Entities

Virgin Australia · Dave Emerson · Perth · Brisbane · Shark Beauty

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Virgin Australia to expand lounge network in Perth and Brisbane

    Virgin Australia is expanding its premium lounge network by reopening the invitation-only Beyond Lounge in Perth and refurbishing its Brisbane domestic lounge to add 100 seats.

  2. [BUSINESS] 13 sources
    Virgin Australia invests in lounge upgrades in Brisbane and Perth

    Virgin Australia is investing millions to refurbish its Brisbane lounge and reopen an exclusive Beyond Lounge in Perth by 2027 to support growing corporate demand.

  3. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Virgin Australia offers loyalty bonuses and cabin upgrades

    Virgin Australia is offering Velocity members double Status Credits or double Velocity Points on select flights, alongside various cabin upgrades and lounge access options.

Sources

bisniswisata.co.id · brisbanetimes.com.au · epochtimes.com · futuretravelexperience.com · m.smh.com.au · mice.net.au · newspatrolling.com · ohsem.me · theage.com.au · todaystraveller.net · travelandtourworld.com · travelctm.com · traveltalkmag.com.au · travelweekly.com.au · ttgasia.com · webwire.com

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