Originally Posted by
emcampbe
Disclaimer, I don't buy BE, but the following should be correct:
- Only thing paying for the card gets you that paying with something else doesn't is the free checked bag - other benefits are tied to the primary cardholder MP account. Disclaimer: Buying through an OTA/TA will not pass on the card used info, and will not result in free checked bag
- Carry on does not require using the card - they enforce carry on eligibility by group number, which as a cardholder, you'll have access to BG2 as long as your MP account is the one tied to the card
- Your companions will NEVER be on the same 'ticket' as you - every passenger always gets a separate ticket. However, they will receive the same benefits as you as long as they are on the same 'PNR" or 'reservation
Speaking from experience, the free bag is only for you and one companion. Also, if you check in online it may charge you. You should be able to get the fee refunded but YMMV.
Whatever you do, do NOT request that refund until after you arrive at your destination. They may cancel your ticket.