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jrtozer
Some FTers do just like you propose. It isn't for everyone (depends on whether you think it is worth using your points to and from Manila to save that much money).
The fare rule just means you cannot ticket in USA and get that price. You need to use an airline or TA based in Philippines.
It's definitely worth it to me to use the ff miles to get to MNL because it would involve a stop in Palau, which I don't believe is possible on the OneWorld Circle. Also, a break between SE Asia and South Pac would be welcome.
So you're saying I can get the lower MNL fare if I ticket thru an airline in the Philippines - does anyone know which Oneworld airline tickets in the Philippines? Or can you recommend a Philippine travel agent?
Thanks, -J.R.