Merry, you were right on. This is considered an "international" forum. I was simply trying to imply, the fact remains that guidelines have to be implemented for quality control purposes and the people that implement them for FlyerTalk are United States based. Now some actual frequent flyer talk...........
The Freddies are of two distinctions- Americas/Domestic and International. And I give credit where credit is due, yes the Freddies were named after Sir Freddie Laker, a Brit, well known for his contributions to the travel industry. Randy Petersen created this award 11 years ago and now the Freddies are considered a very coveted award to receive. Especially so because the actual frequent flyers and frequent guests (from around the world I might add), vote on the programs they deem worthy. As far as the Freddies being recognized today as the ultimate travel industry standard to attain - that is due in large to the hard work and tireless effort of Randy Petersen himself. (Sir Laker has actually had nothing to do with the awards other than being named after him). Sir Freddie and Lady Jacqueline were for the first time invited as guests to this past Freddie Awards ceremony, and they graciously accepted. Randy, as I am sure you are well aware, is considered the world's foremost authority on frequent traveler programs and partners and anything to do with miles and points. aka "The Frequent Flyer Guru". This recognition has been bestowed upon him from the industry itself; for his significant contributions for travel consumers and the travel industry. (Not bad for a kid from Iowa, eh?) Again we enjoy having you as a "Talker" and keep talking!

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