I found checking in at the UA counter the BEST part of the entire trip and I had heavy bags. There was a dedicated UA counter there - as of June anyway. They processed a 1K systemwide upgrade all thru to Sydney etc, so it is the full check-in deal. Got my vote.
Was the guy in front of you called
Rudi? Premex reports his It'l check in deal is always a 30 minute soap opera!
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