Originally Posted by
TravelExperience
Hello
Could I ask where you are based? I have so far used multiple travel agents based in Malaysia for MH bookings and while some had trouble understanding why I would pay more for a certain RBD, all could do it. Admittedly at some TAs the initial staff tasked with the booking were kind of green and did not realise what RBDs where but after checking with seniors, problem solved.
I have not been able to do the same using OTAs. If would want I can pass you the contact for the TAs I have used
Hello there! I am based in the US, New York City.
There is a neighborhood with a lot of Arabic/Middle Eastern decent people not too far where I live. Most of these physical TA businesses have no online presence, but have good reviews on Google Maps. I checked some of these places out as a general inquiry, I have not bought my tickets yet with inter-Malaysia travels, but will finalize as soon as I can. I had asked some as well, if they can book with specific RBD for FFP accumulation. Like your experience, some are aware and some are not too informed.
As for OTAs, these I have not found. Like in previous replies, calling MH or speaking with actual TAs in-person or phone call would be the best approach for FFP accumulation
