Originally Posted by
robsterny
Am I correct in assuming that the chances that Cathay will check our luggage all the way through to VTE are low?
Nil.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/cathay-pacific-marco-polo-club/1770120-cx-will-not-interline-other-oneworld-airlines-if-travelling-separate-pnrs.html
Your second question is best suited for the Hong Kong or TG forum.