<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by married 2 miles:
(copied from the buzz as a better location?)
I'm thinking about going to Asia after Sept 2002 (my daughter's first year in college, freeing up 14-17 days). I will be AA platinum (2MM coming soon, fingers crossed), and need to figure out where to go, when, and on which airline.
My starting point:
Japan, Hong Kong, China (& Thailand). Is this too many countries? Any other suggestions? I am assuming that Australia is another trip. (New - delete Japan - another trip?, add Bali)? Where would you go in these countries?
I can get miles on most airlines through Starwood card. Which airlines do I use, either using free bus/first tix or upgrading coach? (have tons of AA miles now, all things being equal).
What's the best times of year for Asia?
Thanks, I really value all your input.
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GHD ? Sept in the countries mentioned above is humid,rainy and in the 80s. Japan maybe cooler. Many Asian airlines have offered AsiaPass for a song in the past - Do not know whether they'e do the same. You could use CX with AA award certs.
Since my primary interests during travels is good food,wine,architecture, in that order -
All the places above qualify for great variety of excellent food.
Enjoy, if you have specific questions, do not hesitate to ask ;-)