Originally Posted by
suzshe
...I have booked two economy RT tickets in April IAD-CUN. I am hoping (anticipating) complimentary E+ seats. Foolish??
When we flew ORD-CUN last Spring E+ was practically empty at T-24 check-in. They were moving people into E+ just before push back. Generally, leisure destinations rarely if ever fill much E+. You should be fine.
Originally Posted by
suzshe
I am planning a trip in Oct/Nov IAD-SYD and am looking at a waitlist for a Business class upgrade...
My questions:
Does the timing of my IAD-SYD booking influence my waitlist status?
Is it likely that Business Saver awards will become available closer to travel time - and therefore we should wait to book?
Is it likely at all that we will receive an upgrade? Perhaps it is better to book now at lower rates ($896+$550+30,000 miles) and hope for the best.
1) Waitlists are processed based on Premier status of the traveler, then fare class, then time of request. Thus, you will be ahead of any Silvers and General Members in your fare class.
2-3) Upgrade availability to SYD is rare so don't count on it. If you're flexible look for R space just on the LAX-SYD and SFO-SYD legs around the times you'd like to fly then book those flights and your connection over the phone. Otherwise, book now and hope for the best.