Originally Posted by
skirabbit
I have two AMEX partner ticket awards. I have to say I find them a total joke.
I've used them 5 times in the last 5 years with no issues.
Originally Posted by
skirabbit
I actually got very angry with the Alitalia agent today who said that as per Alitalia's regulations they only have to provide 1 seat per flight for awards. This is pretty rigorously applied in business class.
The agent was wrong (it is 2 seats per class of service minimum), and very often you see flights with Z3, so nope, it's just that you didn't find what you wanted.
Getting angry with the person who is trying to help you is also rarely productive, as a life coach suggestion.
Originally Posted by
skirabbit
So as an Elite plus member with two Amex award tickets for two people the chances of getting a flight anywhere in Business class is ALMOST ZERO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
As I said before, the issue is actually your own... ;-)
How did you search for those flights? I use expertflyer or an agent beforehand and call with the precise flts I want.
Originally Posted by
skirabbit
My advice to everyone is to avoid the Alitalia Amex card as it is a rip off (if you want to fly business).
And that is TERRIBLE advice.
Getting 4 qualifying miles per euro PLUS your class bonus PLUS miles x3 in business means that for each business class flight you basically have an upgrade for the next flight for free. It's a very generous program.
Originally Posted by
skirabbit
They also told me they cannot tell me where there is availability. You have to phone and check routes and dates for every possible option.
And that is also not true. But it is true that you would be better off seeking for your itineraries on your own beforehand.