Virgin Australia announces 'Switch-A-Roo' status match offer

13 September, 2022

Virgin Australia announced (13-Sep-2022) from 13-Sep-2022, Velocity Frequent Flyer invited higher tiered frequent flyers of competitor airlines to apply for Velocity Gold Status under a new fast track trial membership. The offer makes it possible for travellers to enjoy many of the rewards of Velocity Gold status while travelling with the airline. By submitting short application via the 'Switch-A-Roo' campaign website by 26-Sep-2022, Gold members and above of competitor airline loyalty programmes can apply to receive a three month Velocity Discover Gold Status trial membership. Perks of the Velocity Gold membership include complimentary lounge access, priority boarding, preferential seating, higher checked baggage allowances, and bonus points when customers book and fly with Virgin Australia. To retain the Velocity Gold membership for 12 months, the new member is only required to book one eligible flight and earn 80 Status Credits during the three month Discover Gold trial membership. Members of an eligible frequent flyer programme wanting to fast track to Velocity Platinum status for 12 months are to earn 200 Status Credits during the three month Discover Gold trial membership. [more - original PR]