Originally Posted by
leafnyc
I wasn't asked to prove that the awards were for friends, I was asked to go to the airport where I would be given the runaround.
I know it's a hassle; but I don't see why you would expect to be "given the runaround" at the airport.
Originally Posted by
leafnyc
How do I go about "proving to the airline" that these are for family or close friends?
By going to the airport ticket desk, talking face to face with a human, and explaining your story.