Originally Posted by
vinnyc
Hi Neuromancer and thanks for your reply.
I was just asking if, based on your experiences, there are chances for me to have some A or O award seats on Sunday July 8th evening or even Monday 9th as I am flexible.
Yes, award seats can become available even one day or a few days before departure.
Originally Posted by
vinnyc
I don't know if this date falls in a "blackout period" in summer actually.
I don't think so.
Originally Posted by
vinnyc
As I said, I'm not really concerned as I still have the Open-miles options for the return (50k in coach) but I would greatly prefer at least a biz or try the new ly-improved First services at CDG.
But does an Open-mile really taken from the Y-fare class quota?
Does it mean that if booked, I am mostly sure to board on the plane?
Yes, and yes.
Originally Posted by
vinnyc
Otherwise, thanks for answering about the tax question, so only half the tax.
Correct.