Originally Posted by
sydneyguy1234
Apparently from the aftermath of the soon going to change rules on BAEC and discovering this subforum, I spent a few days trying to understand the DONEx rule and it looks like still doable with BA in a well-planned itinerary with maximize usage on AY/QR/JL.
based in HKG, so apparently taking advantage of the ex-Japan fare would be most convenient not to mention the low yen environment(currently).
tried to construct the below routing that might suit my travel needs but not quite sure it is valid with the rules as oneworld's online tool keeps hanging. if that's valid so far only filled 13sectors in it but seems to cover my travel this year. for sure welcome suggestion to fill up the rest.
HND-JFK-LAX-SEA-DOH-VIE-DOH-LHR//CDG-DOH-AKL-SYD-HKG-BKK-HND
stopover likely on JFK/SEA/VIE/LHR/AKL/HKG/BKK, haven't checked on anything yet but seems some sectors are likely facing D fare availability issues.
once again ,appreciate for any help
Original itin
HND-JFK-LAX-SEA-DOH-VIE-DOH-LHR//CDG-DOH-AKL-SYD-HKG-BKK-HND
Suggested 16-Segment Itin:
HND-JFK-LAX-ANC-DFW-SEA-DOH-xLHR-DOH-CDG-DOH-AKL-SYD-HKG-KUL-BKK-HND
Around here at FT, most of us like to max the 16-segment itinerary, and eliminate any ground segments if possible. You have 14 segments including 1 ground.
Here are some suggestions (may or may not work for you)
1. To cover VIE, I’d use an inexpensive side trip from CDG (separate return tickets), but not from LHR as the APD is rather ridiculous. I’d transit LHR only. If you need to be in UK for more than 24 hours, take the EuroStar from CDG.
2. In the US (North America), you can add more segments. I took the liberty of modifying it as shown above. There are more possibilities. BTW, Alaska is a fantastic state to visit.
3. I added 1 more segment in Asia KUL-BKK (note that MH metal is 738 and not great, but gets you more RDM etc.
4. I think LAX-ANC is on AS metal. Please check if that is seasonal.
Hope this helps