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Old Aug 8, 2013 | 3:11 am
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Originally Posted by concol
To answer most of the questions from above:

The cost of the business class from YYZ-CEB (return) is under $3,400USD all in.

They did mention that a change would cost $250 USD and that it is subject to price differences, which sounds like standard stuff to me.

I have no previous relationship with the Travel Agent

However, I am worried now that it appears the TA is selling a U-fare code award ticket.
There are MANY travel agents selling award tickets - and many people are happily selling their miles in exchange for cash. Every one benefits EXCEPT the person flying of course. Chances are they are award tickets issued by a partner airline like AA, which are harder to deny boarding on partner airlines.

However for an award ticket, some first time flyers will gladly pay such a 'steal' for a business class ticket. But for the rest of us, we want our miles!

I wouldn't call US$3400 a 'steal' ... Be aware when buying such tickets !!
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