I can feel a trip to Perth is going to happen for me in late Jan/early Feb.

Perhaps that is the right time to apply for my Amex trip...

I've only spoken to Amex Plat desk once since receiving my card (amazingly enough it was to activate it. It seems I didn't pass the "activation" check when I called and had to be put through to an operator). Operator seemed nice enough. Definately no hint of an Indian accent, but instead seemed like an ex-pom.

So when I apply for my flight I'll post how I go....

(Oh, and I was very happy for Amex to give me the lowest possible Credit limit for the card. A fraction of another bank which trusts me with spending money wisely! Can't be bothered going through the paperwork to increase it - will just leave it till they feel like upgrading me... )