Sometimes it’s the simple things that gets the best results and this is true when it comes to racking up frequent flyer points.

Virgin Airlines has revealed some of the best ways to earn Velocity Points without booking a flight. Whether you’re a points junkie, or you’re just beginning your Velocity journey, here are nine super simple ways to boost your balance.

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1. PARK THE CAR

Out and about? Forget circling the block for hours on end. Book ahead with Book A Bay and you’ll earn 5 Velocity Points per $1 spent at over 85 participating Wilson Parking car parks across Australia. It’s a cheaper, more convenient way to secure your spot on the go.

2. STREAM TV

Binge-watching your favourite TV shows and movies just got better. Sign up to Presto’s Velocity offer and you could be eligible to receive 600 Velocity Points, not to mention hundreds of hours of entertainment. Bring on the next big night in.

Bonus tip: Points on demand! You can earn 50 Velocity Points for every paid month you stay subscribed to Presto’s Velocity package.

Watching TV could help you fly sooner.

3. DINE OUT

Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? You can book a restaurant through Velocity and reserve a table in minutes. Shoose from hundreds of restaurants and not only will you get instant confirmation, you’ll earn 300 Velocity Points for every honoured booking.

Bonus tip: Don’t want to leave the house? Get dinner delivered with Menulog via the Velocity eStore and earn 2 Velocity Points per $1 spent.

4. WORK OUT

Get a workout with Jetts Fitness. You’ll be rewarded when you join through Velocity and will receive 2 Velocity Points per $1 spent on your ongoing membership, as well as 60 bonus Velocity Points if you make 5 or more visits to any Jetts gym in a month. If you ever needed more motivation to exercise, this is definitely it.

5. PAY YOUR BILLS

Let’s face it – bills are a part of life. So why not use them to earn Velocity Points? Sign up to Australia Post’s MyPost Digital Mailbox (it’s simple and free); add your service providers and you’ll be rewarded with 50 Velocity Points every time you pay a bill to the value of $50 or more.

6. TICK SOMETHING OFF YOUR BUCKET LIST

Have you always wanted to skydive, go hot air ballooning or take a ride in a helicopter? With RedBalloon, you can gift yourself or someone special that once-in-a-lifetime experience. If adrenaline isn’t your thing, RedBalloon has over 3,000 gift ideas – from cooking classes and spa treatments to dining experiences and weekend escapes – all of which will earn you 2 Velocity Points per $1 spent.

Tick something off your bucket list and boost your points at the same time.

7. FILL UP THE CAR

In terms of convenience, this one can’t be beaten. Next time you’re running low on fuel, swing into BP, swipe your Velocity card and kick your Velocity Points into top gear. You’ll earn 2 Velocity Points per litre purchased and 2 Velocity Points per $1 spent in-store. With over 1100 participating BP service stations, you’ll be flying before you know it.

8. SHOP ONLINE

For those of you that do most of your shopping online these days, you need to bookmark this Velocity partner stat. The next time you’re bargain hunting or indulging in a little retail therapy, make sure you log in via the Velocity eStore first. You’ll earn 2 Velocity Points for every $1 you spend on hundreds of international brands like Apple, ASOS and eBay.

9. TRAVEL WITH YOUR FURRY FAMILY MEMBER

With Velocity, you can take the whole family with you on holiday. Earn 3 Velocity Points per $1 spent when you book your pet’s domestic or international Virgin Australia flight through Jetpets (either on the same flight as you or unaccompanied) and earn 3 Points per $1 spent on your pet’s tailored pet insurance cover through Petinsurance.com.au.