If you aren't already using Rakuten to earn extra cashback (or points) for your online shopping, there's no time like the present.

Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points are some of the most valuable in the world of points and miles – and that's 30% more true during a transfer bonus. 

Thrifty Traveler's most interesting employee joins us on the pod to talk about being a flight attendant, finding mistake fares, and the time he played guitar for Ja Rule and Vin Diesel. 

Whether you're looking to fly to Australia or use your points on one of its many partner airlines, Qantas' calendar search tool is a great way to find those hard-to-book award seats.