Comp. Status?
Jan 11, 2002 | 6:36 am
#5
Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Shanghai
Programs: CX Diamond, HH Diamond, A-Club Gold, Hyatt Platinum, Shangri-la Jade, Intercon Gold Ambassador
Posts: 1,370
Just in case you are wondering about the previous two responses -- some of the folks on the AC board are getting a bit cynical/grumpy right now -- having AC Elite status is better than having no status at all IMHO.
I think you'll have more luck with UA -- they seem to comp status (* Gold) at the drop of a hat -- check out the UA board.
I think you'll have more luck with UA -- they seem to comp status (* Gold) at the drop of a hat -- check out the UA board.
Jan 11, 2002 | 7:35 am
#7
Join Date: Apr 2000
Posts: 3,234
<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by ACORD:
having AC Elite status is better than having no status at all
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having AC Elite status is better than having no status at all
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Of course, if you fly West Jet, you also don't have to wait for an hour to speak to an agent on the phone or to check in. And you won't need the lounge because their planes generally leave on time.
Jan 11, 2002 | 9:38 am
#8
Join Date: Jun 1999
Location: YVR
Programs: ACSEMM QRGold SPGLifetimePlat FairmontPlat | TalkBoard Founding Member
Posts: 8,969
A bit cynical ACORD!?!
Actually...having no status is almost the same as Elite IMO.
Air Canada has turned their "loyalty" program into a joke...just watch the business leave.
Dorian
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Actually...having no status is almost the same as Elite IMO.
Air Canada has turned their "loyalty" program into a joke...just watch the business leave.
Dorian
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Jan 11, 2002 | 9:41 am
#9
Join Date: May 1999
Location: Ottawa
Posts: 8,573
If you tend to fly at the last minute, Elite will give you upgrades you wouldn't otherwise have.
If you tend to fly alone, Elite gives you free lounge access (including partner lounges worldwide).
If Elites still get two MLL guest passes, that's a $40 saving if you ever travel with a non-Elite.
So while Elite isn't what it should be, it's better than no status.
andrew
If you tend to fly alone, Elite gives you free lounge access (including partner lounges worldwide).
If Elites still get two MLL guest passes, that's a $40 saving if you ever travel with a non-Elite.
So while Elite isn't what it should be, it's better than no status.
andrew
Jan 11, 2002 | 11:25 am
#11
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Ontario, Canada
Programs: AC*SE MM, Hilton Gold, Marriott Gold, IHG Dia RA
Posts: 3,488
The main benefit now is you get *Gold with Elite - which gives you a better chance at E+ seating on UA. I think that Aeroplan is probably the easiest airline to get *G on - unless you actually fly in Canada on AC with less than full-fare tickets.
Jan 11, 2002 | 12:27 pm
#13
Company Representative - Air Canada
Join Date: May 1999
Location: Canada
Posts: 24,224
I've been told by Marc (VP of Aeroplan) that they do not comp members from other airlines. The last comp that I heard from this board was all the way back in the CP days, so maybe he was right.
Jan 11, 2002 | 2:49 pm
#15
Join Date: Jul 2000
Posts: 2,452
It is my understanding that Aeroplan Marketing Department (as opposed to Aeroplan itself) does indeed process comps (in batches). Though I must say; I too wonder why you would want one? I would imagine it will take more time and energy than it's worth. The benefits are negligible and the service is mediocre at best. Redemptions are a rip-off on many routings and there are no tier bonuses. If you want recognition and decent service I would avoid AC and look elsewhere. As an Elite this year, the only real benefit was the ability to get through on the phone. And the fact that is considered a *benefit* at AC should tell you something about how they treat their customers.