oneworld FF colleagues,

I have struck a problem in trying to organise a QF FF points trip to ATH for my family, and would appreciate the assistance of more experienced and knowledgable forum members.

I will be in EUR on business in June, and would like to organise for my wife and daughter to join me for a vacation in France and Greece, using QF FF points in Y class. It seems I can get them on flights MEL-LHR or PAR using points, but not much further. Options seem to be to get them to LHR, PAR, or similar, then purchase a fare return from there.

I first attempted to book FF seats MEL-ATH about 7 months ago, but was told no Y class seats available LHR-ATH (J class available, but this would of course double the points cost )...

I have delayed booking the LH sectors hoping that availability would clear, but no luck, so I think it is about time to commit.

Any advice on alternatives for getting the family to ATH appreciated.

Cheers,

tb.