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May 20, 2016, 5:15 pm
#1306
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: LHR
Programs: QR Platinum, WY Gold, Shangri-la Diamond, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 1,151
It's just curious from a demographic market perspective. The number of arabs/qataris that fly in and out of LA on a frequent basis is staggering. Thousands have summer homes here, hell even fly in for a week just to shop in Beverly Hills. It would just make sense to me that given LA is not just a second home to many, but also a wildly popular vacation destination that they would fly a better plane to/from, just from a customer experience perspective. But this very fact supports you claim about lighter loads.
) and it may be that more premium routes like LAX will be chosen to receive the new product first.
May 20, 2016, 8:13 pm
#1307
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: New York, Atlanta, Amsterdam, KSAV
Programs: QR Gold, EK, Accor, SPG Gold, Hilton Gold VIP, Delta
Posts: 422
May 21, 2016, 4:03 am
#1308
Moderator: Qatar Airways
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: LHR/NCE/MIA
Programs: BAEC GfL & GGL, SQ Gold, Amex Centurion, Mucci des Chevaliers des Bons Mots et Qui Savent Moucher
Posts: 8,948
May 21, 2016, 8:27 am
#1309
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Boston, USA
Programs: AA EXP, TK Elite, HH Gold, SPG/Marriott Gold
Posts: 939
Hi there,
I am looking for some award space for DOH-GOI flight. Dates from June 22 to
July 30 are completely blocked. (not a single seat available) Is this normal ?
Will these seats be released later ? I am seeing wide open flights in all classes
on Expertflyer during that time. Just do not understand what is so special about
that block of dates that they have not opened any award space....By the way
I am looking it through BA site and eventually will book via AA miles if it opens.
Any advice is appreciated..
F.A.
I am looking for some award space for DOH-GOI flight. Dates from June 22 to
July 30 are completely blocked. (not a single seat available) Is this normal ?
Will these seats be released later ? I am seeing wide open flights in all classes
on Expertflyer during that time. Just do not understand what is so special about
that block of dates that they have not opened any award space....By the way
I am looking it through BA site and eventually will book via AA miles if it opens.
Any advice is appreciated..
F.A.
May 21, 2016, 10:17 am
#1311
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Boston, USA
Programs: AA EXP, TK Elite, HH Gold, SPG/Marriott Gold
Posts: 939
May 23, 2016, 11:04 am
#1312
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Abu Dhabi
Programs: IHG Platinum Ambassador, Etihad Silver
Posts: 132
Really stupid questions about J class
I've recently booked a few flights using my Qmiles and I am going business class for (almost) the first time ever. My only other experience of business class was on a short DOH-AUH hop on Etihad, when the crew member asked me what I wanted to eat and drink and I was thoroughly confused by the lack of menu and made a bit of a pratt of myself. I don't want to repeat that again!
So I am keen to know what to expect from QR. The flights will all be in Ramadan.
The legs are:
AUH-DOH (which has been swapped for a 787 according to latest My Flights update).
Voluntary overnight stay in Hamad Airport because the flight times suited me better - hoping to find somewhere to rest in the business lounge
DOH-EBB (A320)
EBB-DOH (A320 again).
Another voluntary overnight stay in DOH as hoping to catch up with some friends there
DOH-BHX (B787)
So, I presume when they ask what you want to drink, you can choose anything? Is there a wine list?
Likewise the food - I understand you can choose when to eat? Will there be a menu to choose from? And how many meals will be served? If I get hungry between meals, can I ask for food?
And my final stupid question - if the seats make up lie flat beds, does it affect the person behind me? Can I make mine into a bed any time, or is it only during night flights? Does the flight attendant have to do it for you?
So I am keen to know what to expect from QR. The flights will all be in Ramadan.
The legs are:
AUH-DOH (which has been swapped for a 787 according to latest My Flights update).
Voluntary overnight stay in Hamad Airport because the flight times suited me better - hoping to find somewhere to rest in the business lounge
DOH-EBB (A320)
EBB-DOH (A320 again).
Another voluntary overnight stay in DOH as hoping to catch up with some friends there
DOH-BHX (B787)
So, I presume when they ask what you want to drink, you can choose anything? Is there a wine list?
Likewise the food - I understand you can choose when to eat? Will there be a menu to choose from? And how many meals will be served? If I get hungry between meals, can I ask for food?
And my final stupid question - if the seats make up lie flat beds, does it affect the person behind me? Can I make mine into a bed any time, or is it only during night flights? Does the flight attendant have to do it for you?
Last edited by SinkOrSwim; May 23, 2016 at 11:13 am
May 23, 2016, 11:05 am
#1313
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Abu Dhabi
Programs: IHG Platinum Ambassador, Etihad Silver
Posts: 132
May 23, 2016, 11:12 am
#1314
Moderator: Qatar Airways
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: LHR/NCE/MIA
Programs: BAEC GfL & GGL, SQ Gold, Amex Centurion, Mucci des Chevaliers des Bons Mots et Qui Savent Moucher
Posts: 8,948
I've recently booked a few flights using my Qmiles and I am going business class for (almost) the first time ever. My only other experience of business class was on a short DOH-AUH hop on Etihad, when the crew member asked me what I wanted to eat and drink and I was thoroughly confused by the lack of menu and made a bit of a pratt of myself. I don't want to repeat that again!
So I am keen to know what to expect from QR. The flights will all be in Ramadan.
The legs are:
AUH-DOH (which has been swapped for a 787 according to latest My Flights update).
Voluntary overnight stay in Hamad Airport because the flight times suited me better - hoping to find somewhere to rest in the business lounge
DOH-EBB (A320)
EBB-DOH (A320 again).
Another voluntary overnight stay in DOH as hoping to catch up with some friends there
DOH-LHR (A380)
So, I presume when they ask what you want to drink, you can choose anything? Is there a wine list?
Likewise the food - I understand you can choose when to eat? Will there be a menu to choose from? And how many meals will be served? If I get hungry between meals, can I ask for food?
And my final stupid question - if the seats make up lie flat beds, does it affect the person behind me? Can I make mine into a bed any time, or is it only during night flights? Does the flight attendant have to do it for you?
So I am keen to know what to expect from QR. The flights will all be in Ramadan.
The legs are:
AUH-DOH (which has been swapped for a 787 according to latest My Flights update).
Voluntary overnight stay in Hamad Airport because the flight times suited me better - hoping to find somewhere to rest in the business lounge
DOH-EBB (A320)
EBB-DOH (A320 again).
Another voluntary overnight stay in DOH as hoping to catch up with some friends there
DOH-LHR (A380)
So, I presume when they ask what you want to drink, you can choose anything? Is there a wine list?
Likewise the food - I understand you can choose when to eat? Will there be a menu to choose from? And how many meals will be served? If I get hungry between meals, can I ask for food?
And my final stupid question - if the seats make up lie flat beds, does it affect the person behind me? Can I make mine into a bed any time, or is it only during night flights? Does the flight attendant have to do it for you?
Welcome to the QR Forum.
Might I recommend having a read through the QR Dashboard - http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/qatar...dashboard.html
You'll find many of the answers you require within, including a specific Ramadan guide which was put together by a number of FTers.
I hope you enjoy your upcoming flights on QR.
Safe travels,
M
May 23, 2016, 11:22 am
#1316
Moderator: Qatar Airways
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: LHR/NCE/MIA
Programs: BAEC GfL & GGL, SQ Gold, Amex Centurion, Mucci des Chevaliers des Bons Mots et Qui Savent Moucher
Posts: 8,948
Oh, wait...http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/qatar...seating-q.html
Safe travels,
M
May 29, 2016, 1:54 pm
#1320
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 3,944
boarding_pass it is clearly stated "Enjoy additional 15 kgs or 1 piece on flights marketed and operated by Qatar Airways." on http://www.qatarairways.com/Privileg...20Members.page. This is for QR PC Gold and Platinum only.