Originally Posted by
slariz
Newly minted GS here trying to figure out strategy for long haul international business to Europe for a family of 4. (Like everyone else I’m sure!) Previously was GS several years ago, before companion restrictions were in place.
Current itinerary on UA metal shows zeroes across the board - PN, PZ, IN, XN and T. I’m guessing some of these buckets will open eventually, but too close to travel time for my comfort levels. If we can’t do business both ways, I’d like at least for the overnight flight to Europe and then will do economy back.
If I pay for 3 round trip flights in Z there and M on return, can GS agents open one “companion” award seat? Is there a better way to think about this without just paying outright for the 4 seats? I also have plenty of plus points if that is of any use.
They can open up one for one companion IF J>4. And you (the GS) have a PAID Polaris class ticket... If not your companion(s) remain on the list....there have been some agents recently that have also added the requirement that your companion has to be above anyone else on the list. Meaning if there are other GS's on the list in a higher fare class, they didnt open the space. I have spoken to other agents who say the the Paid J execption trumps other GSs (with paid O or Y) regardless. The only guarantee these days is cash dollars. sorry to say.