Originally Posted by
sparoiler
Also, it looks like the STPC ends at the end of 2018?? If that is indeed the case, but QR extends it into 2019, would we qualify for the STPC hotel benefit etc. for HKT-DOH-ORD or be excluded because of U class?
STPC is an awkward abbreviation. It stands for "stopover paid by carrier". Some use the acronym HOTAC for the same thing (hotel accommodation).
It means the carrier will pay for accommodation and (generally) meals when you transfer between if certain condition are met. The conditions are often quite restrictive. QR's are listed and discussed extensively in this thread.
QR's STPC is not expected to end.
What might end is Qatar+, a programme where you can opt to stop-over in Doha, paying a subsidised rate. Again the T&C are discussed extensively in this forum. The crunch term and condition for you is that you have to be travelling on a QR ticket