AA Megado launch party in LA
Oct 11, 2011, 2:26 am
#16
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Everything I've read here and on MP has suggested it will be quite soon, but nothing more detailed than that. IIRC originally the booking engine was supposed to be available at the launch party.
Oct 11, 2011, 3:35 am
#17
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Ah ok thanks. I might want to try to snag an F seat, if there are any left by that point!
Oct 11, 2011, 10:19 am
#18
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Having been on a do, and with the relatively short flights on the domestic side, I can say that F is a waste of money since you'll be out of your seat and wandering through Y to chat with folks...
Oct 11, 2011, 10:46 am
#19
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I went and thought it was a great event. AA is really pulling out all the stops and announced they will have a program to match top tier status from Delta and United to EXP, which is surprising since they protect is normally from matches/challenges.
Maya Liebman was personable and funny and there were a bunch of reps from AA- impressive for a Sunday night on a holiday weekend.
Overall, I'm not an AA flyer, but am thinking about going for EXP since I'm a DL Diamond. The event in January also looks great and I'm sure will sell out quickly.
Maya Liebman was personable and funny and there were a bunch of reps from AA- impressive for a Sunday night on a holiday weekend.
Overall, I'm not an AA flyer, but am thinking about going for EXP since I'm a DL Diamond. The event in January also looks great and I'm sure will sell out quickly.
if so badass........ Ummm i feel a change in the wind
Oct 11, 2011, 11:53 am
#20
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It was also IMPLIED that it COULD be something like the Status+Challenge that Hyatt is offering registrants/attendees where they get Hyatt Diamond status but have to make a certain number of stays to keep it.
I'd expect to see more information on megado.com as things solidify.
Oct 11, 2011, 11:16 pm
#21
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I attended the event. It was a nice thing for the sponsoring companies to be part of. The link with the info pretty much gives a good run down of the event and what the "DO" will be.
It seemed that most of the people at the launch party participated in the preview *A "DO"s and though a good amount have Aadvantage status, most seemed to be loyal *A or Skyteam members. Most in attendance were Mile Point participants and fewer Flyer Talk participants (unless they have different talk handles for each board) and many of those (to my knowledge) don't participate here in the AAdvantage Forum much.
It was nice to meet with the representatives from the sponsors. Maya really is as genuine and friendly as the video she was in recently. The Director of LAX operations is a nice guy, and I found out that the Terminal 4 Food/Vendor change may still be awhile. AA's hands are tied to selection of who the vendors are and who operates them.
My honest impression (though I hope it's wrong) is that most everybody in attendance wanted AA status matches, to which Maya stated "we'd love to win your business" and "EXP matches are rare except in rare circumstances". Quite an enthusiastic group of people...some a bit over the top. I hope to attend the domestic part of the "DO" as it would be great to get a behind the scenes look at things....especially by home airport LAX and the yet to be named OW operators that will be part of the LAX finale.
It seemed that most of the people at the launch party participated in the preview *A "DO"s and though a good amount have Aadvantage status, most seemed to be loyal *A or Skyteam members. Most in attendance were Mile Point participants and fewer Flyer Talk participants (unless they have different talk handles for each board) and many of those (to my knowledge) don't participate here in the AAdvantage Forum much.
It was nice to meet with the representatives from the sponsors. Maya really is as genuine and friendly as the video she was in recently. The Director of LAX operations is a nice guy, and I found out that the Terminal 4 Food/Vendor change may still be awhile. AA's hands are tied to selection of who the vendors are and who operates them.
My honest impression (though I hope it's wrong) is that most everybody in attendance wanted AA status matches, to which Maya stated "we'd love to win your business" and "EXP matches are rare except in rare circumstances". Quite an enthusiastic group of people...some a bit over the top. I hope to attend the domestic part of the "DO" as it would be great to get a behind the scenes look at things....especially by home airport LAX and the yet to be named OW operators that will be part of the LAX finale.
Oct 11, 2011, 11:28 pm
#22
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Who's the contact for questions on MegaDo?
I was wondering if there's a minimum age or if I can bring a (well behaved) minor who wants to work in the industry.
I was wondering if there's a minimum age or if I can bring a (well behaved) minor who wants to work in the industry.
Oct 12, 2011, 9:30 am
#23
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Oct 12, 2011, 9:57 am
#24
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The point of contact is Tommy 777.
http://milepoint.com/forums/forums/oneworld-megado.325/
Oct 12, 2011, 11:36 am
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I hope all of those attending get their $$$$$ worth.
Oct 12, 2011, 11:47 am
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I've talked to some FTers that have done the Star Mega Do and they have been encouraging me to attend the One World Mega Do because they do perceive there is excellent value when you add up the events and flights. Have you attended any of the Star Mega Dos? I think there's been three now.
Oct 12, 2011, 11:56 am
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I can see where there would be some interest in that, particularly in light of he changes to the UA program. I know one Bay Area FTer that just can't find anyone at AA to give him an EXP status match or even an EXP challenge. I'm glad to see the topic was raised with the AA execs just to let them know there are some flyers at other carriers that want to make the move.
Oct 12, 2011, 12:03 pm
#28
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The SMDs are organized in a non profit called the FTEF (Frequent Traveler Education Foundation). The reason is we need an entity to get DOT approval for the charter. There's FULL disclosure on all economics of the Mega DOs.
That's the way it has been from the beginning and the way it will continue to be.
Thank you, folks. Hope we can stay on topic moving forward.
Stay tuned for all the facts coming VERY soon!
The SMDs are organized in a non profit called the FTEF (Frequent Traveler Education Foundation). The reason is we need an entity to get DOT approval for the charter. There's FULL disclosure on all economics of the Mega DOs.
That's the way it has been from the beginning and the way it will continue to be.
Thank you, folks. Hope we can stay on topic moving forward.
Stay tuned for all the facts coming VERY soon!
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Oct 12, 2011, 1:38 pm
#29
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Having attended 2 out of 3 StarMegaDos (couldn't make the 3rd due to a business trip), I can say they were a blast, total fun, had experiences that I would never have had on my own, got to see lots of things/places, etc, I wouldn't normally, and made some great friends along the way. It was well worth the $$ I spent.
If someone is interested in attending the OneWorld event & has the $$/time available, if it's anything like the StarMegados I'd say you'll have a great time.
StarMegaDos & presumably OneWorldDo are open to BOTH FTers & MPers. Presumably when registration is open, tommy will post the details on both sites.
BTW - 2 things I learned from attending the Dos. 1) There's 'real-time' & 'MegaDo time' - aka, registration never starts when they say it will or all the details, but be patient they eventually get it together. 2) If you're in charge of the on-board charity raffle, don't bother booking F because you're not in your seat.
My advice to others is: if you want to attend the OneWorldDo, do. If you don't, don't. No need to get into pissy fights over it, though, and throw mud around. Geesh.
Cheers.
If someone is interested in attending the OneWorld event & has the $$/time available, if it's anything like the StarMegados I'd say you'll have a great time.
StarMegaDos & presumably OneWorldDo are open to BOTH FTers & MPers. Presumably when registration is open, tommy will post the details on both sites.
BTW - 2 things I learned from attending the Dos. 1) There's 'real-time' & 'MegaDo time' - aka, registration never starts when they say it will or all the details, but be patient they eventually get it together. 2) If you're in charge of the on-board charity raffle, don't bother booking F because you're not in your seat.
My advice to others is: if you want to attend the OneWorldDo, do. If you don't, don't. No need to get into pissy fights over it, though, and throw mud around. Geesh.
Cheers.
Oct 12, 2011, 1:57 pm
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