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Oct 9, 2015, 3:35 pm
#2596
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,847
I second this. I've booked two CX YVR-JFK flights (one in Y and one in W) and when doing searches in prep/research for these flights, I always seemed to find space easily 3-6 months out, even during busy times. Although, it seems like only W has been coming up lately for availability, which is weird, but maybe it's just my dates...
Oct 11, 2015, 6:29 am
#2597
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: YUL
Programs: Aeroplan
Posts: 107
Hello,
I remember reading messages about that but I can't found them with the search engine of the forum. Is it possible to get the signup bonus for the TD Visa Infinite Privilege (50k) when I already have a TD Visa Infinite (sine 2 years now) ? Each bank has its policy but since it will be an upgrade I was hoping it's possible ....
Thanks!
I remember reading messages about that but I can't found them with the search engine of the forum. Is it possible to get the signup bonus for the TD Visa Infinite Privilege (50k) when I already have a TD Visa Infinite (sine 2 years now) ? Each bank has its policy but since it will be an upgrade I was hoping it's possible ....
Thanks!
Oct 11, 2015, 6:44 am
#2598
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: YUL
Programs: Aeroplan
Posts: 107
Hello,
I remember reading messages about that but I can't found them with the search engine of the forum. Is it possible to get the signup bonus for the TD Visa Infinite Privilege (50k) when I already have a TD Visa Infinite (sine 2 years now) ? Each bank has its policy but since it will be an upgrade I was hoping it's possible ....
Thanks!
I remember reading messages about that but I can't found them with the search engine of the forum. Is it possible to get the signup bonus for the TD Visa Infinite Privilege (50k) when I already have a TD Visa Infinite (sine 2 years now) ? Each bank has its policy but since it will be an upgrade I was hoping it's possible ....
Thanks!
Oct 12, 2015, 4:45 pm
#2599
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Toronto, Canada
Programs: Aeroplan, Bonvoy, Alaska, Avios
Posts: 1,290
Just out of curiosity with those who use Avios, where do you fly to? I.e. Best value.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
Oct 12, 2015, 4:56 pm
#2600
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: YVR
Programs: Aeroplan, British Airways, Alaska
Posts: 249
Just out of curiosity with those who use Avios, where do you fly to? I.e. Best value.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
LAX-SCL on LAN Airlines 787 was great value for 120,000 Avios and $36.00 for 2 people in J
Looking forward to YVR-JFK on Cathay in First next spring.
Oct 12, 2015, 5:02 pm
#2601
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: In the air
Programs: Occasional RTW club
Posts: 6,924
Just out of curiosity with those who use Avios, where do you fly to? I.e. Best value.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
Oct 12, 2015, 5:16 pm
#2602
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: YVR to SEA
Posts: 2,535
Just out of curiosity with those who use Avios, where do you fly to? I.e. Best value.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
Oct 12, 2015, 8:41 pm
#2603
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: May 2015
Location: BOS, YVR, ZRH
Programs: *G
Posts: 17,398
Just out of curiosity with those who use Avios, where do you fly to? I.e. Best value.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
right now I have a positioning flight booked LHR-ZRH because I needed a one-way only and paying for one-ways with cash is ridiculous.
Oct 13, 2015, 2:15 pm
#2604
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,847
Just out of curiosity with those who use Avios, where do you fly to? I.e. Best value.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
I did use some this July for a short run, SYD-BNE return on Qantas, got to have a shower and endless barista made lattes and so much FOOD in the domestic SYD lounge. It was 9am Aussie time so no booze was consumed. I did wake up at 4:30am on the plane though... Such a change compared to the LAX T7 UA "lounge" just hours before.
I've heard a lot of people in the East get good value using their Avios on AA short haul flights...
Oct 13, 2015, 5:19 pm
#2607
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,847
I think it's still worth a churn if they ever have a 50,000 sign-up again...
Oct 13, 2015, 5:26 pm
#2608
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 1,098
When you say 'enhancements' are you referring to the loss of instant Platinum status (and only getting Gold upon first purchase)? I am not sure that was really worth much anyway, since I have that status and never seem to get any of the perks they advertise.
I think it's still worth a churn if they ever have a 50,000 sign-up again...
I think it's still worth a churn if they ever have a 50,000 sign-up again...
Oct 13, 2015, 6:41 pm
#2609
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 325
Recommended Mastercard in Canada?
I'm investigating credit cards for friends.
They have a preference for MC - so I was thinking of Alaska Air and maybe even Westjet World Elite.
I'd like them to be fairly flexible with redemptions - Alaska Air seems ideal with CX and EK available. Westjet seemed okay as they are more likely to fly them vs. Alaska as they are in Toronto. Otherwise not sure about Westjet redemptions - if it applies to their partners AA and Delta or just for Westjet dollars?
Otherwise there is the BMO World Elite but that seems locked to their travel centre...not sure how much they would like that.
Any advice would be appreciated!
They have a preference for MC - so I was thinking of Alaska Air and maybe even Westjet World Elite.
I'd like them to be fairly flexible with redemptions - Alaska Air seems ideal with CX and EK available. Westjet seemed okay as they are more likely to fly them vs. Alaska as they are in Toronto. Otherwise not sure about Westjet redemptions - if it applies to their partners AA and Delta or just for Westjet dollars?
Otherwise there is the BMO World Elite but that seems locked to their travel centre...not sure how much they would like that.
Any advice would be appreciated!
Oct 13, 2015, 6:45 pm
#2610
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YYZ, YUL, PEK
Posts: 429
I applied for both the MBNA Alaska Airlines card and the Best Western Rewards card and was approved for both. I was wondering, if a hard pull has generated, I should be able to see it on my credit report immediately upon requesting a new report after the applications, right? When applying for these two cards it seemed that the MBNA system had pre-approved me for a credit limit raise from an existing card I had with them, and so automatically approved me for the Alaska card. I then called in and asked for some of the new credit given to me to be reallocated to the Best Western card that I told them I was also applying for. They agreed to do this and I successfully received both cards. In this case is it possible that a hard pull wasn't generated at all?