Originally Posted by
Deckter
You're overthinking this. You don't need an airline account if you collect miles with another airline. The same goes for your wife.
I agree , I have just spoken with Cathay this morning who informs me that i just need to link Qatar FFP to the booking and i will earn the Avios points but by doing that i will miss out on the 48 hour on line check in and the cancelation policy that they have, They also told me if i book Via a online travel agent for the cheaper flight i can also link up Qatar for the Avios points , So yes , I have over thought this and now i understand. Cathay also told me that if i book via membership and the price reduces , Then i can cancel and rebook at the cheaper price