Nov 27, 2012, 1:10 am
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Soup soup everywhere- but what type, where and when?
That is the question that is this thread...
Companion thread: What's on Tap: A Guide to the Beers of Alaska Lounges
That is the question that is this thread...
Companion thread: What's on Tap: A Guide to the Beers of Alaska Lounges
Soup Lovers: Read It and Weep! - The Alaska Lounge Soup Thread (Through 2021)
Nov 16, 2009, 10:46 pm
#121
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If one flys mostly west coast and gains an upgrade >50% of the time, does it make sense to pay for the AS Board Room? I fly 50K+ a year but in and out of PDX, SF, LAX, ONT, SNA, SAN, LGB, LAS. I have a trip to Orlando early next year. Probably one or two to ANC. I do not travel to MSP, ATL, BOS or NYC unless for leasure travel which is only on occasion (although it is great that AS flys to those locations). I'am also going to OGG in 2/2010 but I do not believe thier is any FF board rooms.
Nov 16, 2009, 10:50 pm
#122
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If one flys mostly west coast and gains an upgrade >50% of the time, does it make sense to pay for the AS Board Room? I fly 50K+ a year but in and out of PDX, SF, LAX, ONT, SNA, SAN, LGB, LAS. I have a trip to Orlando early next year. Probably one or two to ANC. I do not travel to MSP, ATL, BOS or NYC unless for leasure travel which is only on occasion (although it is great that AS flys to those locations). I'am also going to OGG in 2/2010 but I do not believe thier is any FF board rooms.
If you want a nice break from the hustle and bustle of the airport, with complimentary snacks, wifi, and beverages...
I'd say stop by alaskaair.com/boardroom and read up on the pages...
Nov 17, 2009, 12:25 am
#123
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Nov 17, 2009, 12:30 am
#124
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and as for the Vino... they are out of the 4 legged red... 
so haven't touched it in a while...I do try to get some schoolwork done while in there
Nov 17, 2009, 2:35 am
#125
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Huh, I never thought of that. I end up in the library a lot to study, but the board room would be even better. Beverages, snacks, pretty quite with a view of airplanes taking off...
I'll have to calculate how much I spend on that stuff normally, maybe I can help bankrupt the board room section of Alaska Airlines
I'll have to calculate how much I spend on that stuff normally, maybe I can help bankrupt the board room section of Alaska Airlines
Nov 17, 2009, 8:39 am
#126
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As was pointed out before complimentary admission to the boardroom on AS is dependent on how you got into first class. If you paid for a first-class ticket or redeemed for a first class reward then yes. Any other upgrade instrument (miles, certs, comp. MVP/G upgrades, MVPG companion upgrades, etc.) then no. BR membership, or membership in any airline's lounge for that matter, really has nothing to do with FF status although some offer free membership to heir highest level elites as a perk. Anyone can buy a membership or day pass even those who travel only once or twice a year.
Nov 17, 2009, 8:59 am
#127
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Nov 17, 2009, 9:19 am
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Yes - the companion's boarding pass will say "F" just as though (s)he had paid the regular fare. At least that was my experience.
Nov 17, 2009, 9:28 am
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Nov 17, 2009, 10:15 am
#130
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Nov 18, 2009, 2:23 pm
#131
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A new flavor!
ANC BR November 18, 2009
Chicken Coconut Curry
Has bamboo shoots, peppers, curry, celery, Thai basil, and coconut milk
Chicken Coconut Curry
Has bamboo shoots, peppers, curry, celery, Thai basil, and coconut milk
Nov 18, 2009, 4:46 pm
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Nov 19, 2009, 1:13 am
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Nov 19, 2009, 1:28 am
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Nov 19, 2009, 2:02 am
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