Originally Posted by
AndyChesh
Thanks for the segment advice - I'm assuming then that your segments start once your in the continent (i.e. AKL-SCL wouldn't count as a S.America segment but SCL-GIG would be? )
I think I might contact an agent just to see what they think, thanks again for your help
Correct - the intercontinental flights (segments) don't count in the segments allowed for each continent but DO count in the max 16 segments allowed overall.
Many agents will not have a clue about these fares. They are very specialised and time consuming. I suggest you work through your plans HERE and then phone through to the AA RTW desk or the airline of your choice and get them to make the reservations (and validate the itinerary against the rules) - then you phone the local AA office in the start place and give your CC number for ticket issue.
There are enough people watching this FT Board to give constructive comment - based on experience.