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THEsocalledfan , Mar 19, 2012 10:18 am
Feb 9, 2024Hello,
I am a Delta Skymiles Gold doing a mileage run soon on Alitalia to get to Delta Platinum. I have searched Alitalia's site and google, and can't find answers to these questions:
1. On transatlantic, is all alchohol free in coach? How about the FCO-IST parts?
2. What seats should I be going for as a SkyTeam Elite Plus? The seat guru seat configuration looks wrong for my 777-200 as it only has 9 seats per row, where Orbitz is showing me 10 per row.
Any other tips on flying Alitalia is much appreciated!
I am a Delta Skymiles Gold doing a mileage run soon on Alitalia to get to Delta Platinum. I have searched Alitalia's site and google, and can't find answers to these questions:
1. On transatlantic, is all alchohol free in coach? How about the FCO-IST parts?
2. What seats should I be going for as a SkyTeam Elite Plus? The seat guru seat configuration looks wrong for my 777-200 as it only has 9 seats per row, where Orbitz is showing me 10 per row.
Any other tips on flying Alitalia is much appreciated!
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Maybe seatguru shows the configuration of those 777 not upgraded, while orbitz retrieves the map of the new configuration.
If economy has 10 seats /rows and there's the eco+ available, then it's a 777 with the new configuration.
Yes, free. I've never flown the FCO-IST segment, but I believe there's no restriction.
If economy has 10 seats /rows and there's the eco+ available, then it's a 777 with the new configuration.
Yes, free. I've never flown the FCO-IST segment, but I believe there's no restriction.
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You can get alcohol (wine, beer) free of charge on all international flights of any length, and probably on FCO-LIN also. So the alcohol will be available on all of your flights. I'm not sure if it will be available in the open bar on the LAX-FCO flight, but in any case during the drinks service you can ask for one.
All but one 777's are still in the 9-abreast config., however the rest are to be reconfigured over this year, so watch out!
All but one 777's are still in the 9-abreast config., however the rest are to be reconfigured over this year, so watch out!
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THEsocalledfan , Mar 19, 2012 2:21 pm
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All but one 777's are still in the 9-abreast config., however the rest are to be reconfigured over this year, so watch out!
So, is booze free? What is the "open bar" you are referring too? My seat map for my flight is showing 10 seats per row. I assume this is bad?Originally Posted by bungler
You can get alcohol (wine, beer) free of charge on all international flights of any length, and probably on FCO-LIN also. So the alcohol will be available on all of your flights. I'm not sure if it will be available in the open bar on the LAX-FCO flight, but in any case during the drinks service you can ask for one.All but one 777's are still in the 9-abreast config., however the rest are to be reconfigured over this year, so watch out!
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terminalfive , Mar 19, 2012 2:29 pm
Alcohol is free - yes. You'll find food better in Y than with DL too
What we don't know is if you will already have a refitted 777, with new seats and better AVOD
All flights are fine on AZ 777 though so whether old or refitted you'll enjoy
What we don't know is if you will already have a refitted 777, with new seats and better AVOD
All flights are fine on AZ 777 though so whether old or refitted you'll enjoy
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I am a Delta Skymiles Gold doing a mileage run soon on Alitalia to get to Delta Platinum. I have searched Alitalia's site and google, and can't find answers to these questions:
1. On transatlantic, is all alchohol free in coach? How about the FCO-IST parts?
2. What seats should I be going for as a SkyTeam Elite Plus? The seat guru seat configuration looks wrong for my 777-200 as it only has 9 seats per row, where Orbitz is showing me 10 per row.
Any other tips on flying Alitalia is much appreciated!
When are you planning to do this run? AZ will have the new 777-200 config in June according to what I've read and what booked for my trip from LAX-FCO (I booked in Y+ - A on AZ's site). If you check the flights through DL's site (SkyTeam partner) this will show you if your flight is expected to be the upgraded 777 or the old config.Originally Posted by THEsocalledfan
Hello,I am a Delta Skymiles Gold doing a mileage run soon on Alitalia to get to Delta Platinum. I have searched Alitalia's site and google, and can't find answers to these questions:
1. On transatlantic, is all alchohol free in coach? How about the FCO-IST parts?
2. What seats should I be going for as a SkyTeam Elite Plus? The seat guru seat configuration looks wrong for my 777-200 as it only has 9 seats per row, where Orbitz is showing me 10 per row.
Any other tips on flying Alitalia is much appreciated!
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THEsocalledfan , Mar 20, 2012 12:55 pm
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It is the 3-4-3 configuration. How do I go about getting put into Y when booked in Y through Orbitz? My trip in in November.Originally Posted by JGfromOC
When are you planning to do this run? AZ will have the new 777-200 config in June according to what I've read and what booked for my trip from LAX-FCO (I booked in Y+ - A on AZ's site). If you check the flights through DL's site (SkyTeam partner) this will show you if your flight is expected to be the upgraded 777 or the old config.
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You're going to have to call their U.S. operations and request the upgrade - not sure what the fee will be. My Y+ ticket was about $500 more than Y. But this was for a June travel date, so who knows what it will be like for November.Originally Posted by THEsocalledfan
It is the 3-4-3 configuration. How do I go about getting put into Y when booked in Y through Orbitz? My trip in in November.
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THEsocalledfan , Mar 20, 2012 1:48 pm
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I think I will hold off as I wonder if they will add some kind of benefit for Sky Team Elite + folks? To my knowledge, we are not yet entitled to anything, but wonder if this will change?Originally Posted by JGfromOC
You're going to have to call their U.S. operations and request the upgrade - not sure what the fee will be. My Y+ ticket was about $500 more than Y. But this was for a June travel date, so who knows what it will be like for November.
I have time on my side.....
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I have time on my side.....
I wouldn't hold your breath on that. Hasn't done a thing for me, so I would say it is doubtful it will do anything for you either. But you are right, you have time. Best of luck. Hope your status can help you. Safe travels.Originally Posted by THEsocalledfan
I think I will hold off as I wonder if they will add some kind of benefit for Sky Team Elite + folks? To my knowledge, we are not yet entitled to anything, but wonder if this will change?I have time on my side.....
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THEsocalledfan , Mar 20, 2012 3:04 pm
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For the record, I am not very hopeful, but who knows, a new benefit could roll out as economy comfort is in place in all of Skyteam. If I could get it for $40 each way like on Delta, I would pay it in a heart beat, and still not break 4 cpm....Originally Posted by JGfromOC
I wouldn't hold your breath on that. Hasn't done a thing for me, so I would say it is doubtful it will do anything for you either. But you are right, you have time. Best of luck. Hope your status can help you. Safe travels.
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From what I know, that $40 each way is only domestic and not sure how that applies to Alitalia. In fact, given recent rumors that AF is going to buyout AZ in 2013, I think you would want to look at their Y+ pricing to give you a better idea. I'll tell you this, from everything I've read - AZ's Y+ is identical to AF's - which is a far superior product in every way compared to DL.Originally Posted by THEsocalledfan
For the record, I am not very hopeful, but who knows, a new benefit could roll out as economy comfort is in place in all of Skyteam. If I could get it for $40 each way like on Delta, I would pay it in a heart beat, and still not break 4 cpm....
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THEsocalledfan , Mar 20, 2012 5:46 pm
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Economy plus is free for Gold domestically. It cost $80 regular price for non-medallion on overseas for Delta, $60 silver, $40 Gold, and free for plats and diamonds.Originally Posted by JGfromOC
From what I know, that $40 each way is only domestic and not sure how that applies to Alitalia. In fact, given recent rumors that AF is going to buyout AZ in 2013, I think you would want to look at their Y+ pricing to give you a better idea. I'll tell you this, from everything I've read - AZ's Y+ is identical to AF's - which is a far superior product in every way compared to DL.
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I am a Delta Skymiles Gold doing a mileage run soon on Alitalia to get to Delta Platinum. I have searched Alitalia's site and google, and can't find answers to these questions:
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2. What seats should I be going for as a SkyTeam Elite Plus?
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Any other tips on flying Alitalia is much appreciated!
Just a little warning regarding Delta Gold status as SkyTeam Elite Plus. When I flew AZ in January, their system didn't recognize DL Golds as STE+, just STE. This caused problems for me when trying to enter AZ or AZ contracted lounges. Originally Posted by THEsocalledfan
Hello,I am a Delta Skymiles Gold doing a mileage run soon on Alitalia to get to Delta Platinum. I have searched Alitalia's site and google, and can't find answers to these questions:
...
2. What seats should I be going for as a SkyTeam Elite Plus?
...
Any other tips on flying Alitalia is much appreciated!
I hope this problem is fixed by now but I doubt it.