Hi aarono,

<<I have a question regarding RTW redemption. I was planning to redeem a British Airways zone 9, which (apparently) allows unlimited travel and stopovers on all non-codeshare British Airways flights. The only restriction is the amount of time your go thru LHR. Under the new Qantas scheme will in be possible to get a RTW redeemed ticket, or will it not be worth it with the new 10,000 point stopover fee? Should I redeem my points prior to September 15? I was hoping to make the most of my points.>>

I think this is one of best rewards in the OneWorld FF programs (RTW redemptions) – Qantas, BA or AA programs. This award will continue after the 15th Sept (although I think the distance has been capped at 50,000 kms). You do not get charged the stopover fee for this type of award - you need to travel on at least 3 OneWorld carriers (Qantas needs to be one of these). There is separate table for QF oneworld awards.

<<I also have a huge amount of points that will expire in August next year - does that mean they will not expire now?>>

YES.... :: )))

Cheers... Bruce

[This message has been edited by bruceb (edited 03-16-2001).]