Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

Brisbane Trip Report & Miles and Points News

Mar 10, 2026
A trip recap from Brisbane with a Delta One lie-flat flight, Delta One lounge access at LAX, and a Vegas pit-stop strategy. Walks through downtown Brisbane, the Wheel of Brisbane, and a hands-on visit to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary with kangaroos. Points and miles news covering a 20% SAS transfer bonus, Bilt Miami credit use, AmEx retention choices, and recent Caesars and MGM payment changes.
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ANECDOTE

Blacklane Transfer Gifted And Smooth Pickup

  • Justin used a Blacklane airport transfer in Brisbane after a 14‑hour flight, gifted by a listener, costing about $27 out of pocket after credit.
  • The driver waited with a name sign near a coffee shop and the app allowed flight details and timing adjustments.
ANECDOTE

Hyatt Regency Brisbane Perks And Big Breakfasts

  • Hyatt Regency Brisbane recognized Justin as a Globalist and offered a daily tasting plate plus generous complimentary breakfasts with made‑to‑order eggs and international options.
  • He highlighted items like arancini, dumplings, seaweed salad, and kimchi at the breakfast spread.
ANECDOTE

Lone Pine Sanctuary Up‑Close With Kangaroos And Koalas

  • Justin explored downtown Brisbane, botanical gardens, South Bank, Wheel of Brisbane, Kangaroo Point cliffs, and the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
  • At Lone Pine he fed free‑range kangaroos, saw koalas, platypus, Tasmanian devils, and attended animal demos.
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