Any chance for congratulatory upgrade for newlyweds? ORD-NRT J-F?
Jul 11, 2008, 10:22 pm
#182
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not to reignite this fun little war of words, but the op's flight has come and gone, anyone know how it went.
I only ask because I'm young and greedy, we're flying in T class on an award(intl leg is from dallas-buenos aries) we should have enough miles by then to bump up to business, but she'd rather hang on to the miles for another coach milesaaver award later. Still we'll ask nicely about any upgrade, and we'll get turned down - smiling all the time.
I only ask because I'm young and greedy, we're flying in T class on an award(intl leg is from dallas-buenos aries) we should have enough miles by then to bump up to business, but she'd rather hang on to the miles for another coach milesaaver award later. Still we'll ask nicely about any upgrade, and we'll get turned down - smiling all the time.
Jul 11, 2008, 10:26 pm
#183
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If she truly deserves to be there then pay for it.
I find it funny that people see a honeymoon as an important enough occasion to believe the airline should upgrade them for free, yet at the same time not important enough for them to pay for that upgrade themselves.
If you want a reliable strategy then pay for it. Travelling in F was important for me on my honeymoon so I paid for it. I suggest you do the same to avoid disappointment.
I find it funny that people see a honeymoon as an important enough occasion to believe the airline should upgrade them for free, yet at the same time not important enough for them to pay for that upgrade themselves.
If you want a reliable strategy then pay for it. Travelling in F was important for me on my honeymoon so I paid for it. I suggest you do the same to avoid disappointment.
The comment about them being a young, fun couple is a bit bizarre. Gee, the last 10 or so flights I've been in that cabin, I recall it being full of Japanese businessmen.
Jul 11, 2008, 10:27 pm
#184
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not to reignite this fun little war of words, but the op's flight has come and gone, anyone know how it went.
I only ask because I'm young and greedy, we're flying in T class on an award(intl leg is from dallas-buenos aries) we should have enough miles by then to bump up to business, but she'd rather hang on to the miles for another coach milesaaver award later. Still we'll ask nicely about any upgrade, and we'll get turned down - smiling all the time.
I only ask because I'm young and greedy, we're flying in T class on an award(intl leg is from dallas-buenos aries) we should have enough miles by then to bump up to business, but she'd rather hang on to the miles for another coach milesaaver award later. Still we'll ask nicely about any upgrade, and we'll get turned down - smiling all the time.
Jul 11, 2008, 10:33 pm
#185
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I wouldnt be ticked off about it, as long as I follow the procedures for op-ups and do my job correctly then there is nothing for me to be upset about really.
That being said , there are certain criteria for op-ups and if you give it to someone who does not meet that criteria I would take the seat back.
The agent giveth, the agent taketh away
That being said , there are certain criteria for op-ups and if you give it to someone who does not meet that criteria I would take the seat back.
The agent giveth, the agent taketh away
Jul 11, 2008, 10:34 pm
#186
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If they gave all their premium seats away to newlyweds, or people celebrating their birthdays, or their graduation, etc........they would have no revenue. They have to reward those who have earned the privilege by flying with them.
Jul 11, 2008, 10:39 pm
#187
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Jul 11, 2008, 10:46 pm
#188
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Ask the gate agent when they are not busy. Have AA put a check in remark for the airport staff to see. Usually they read like...AA/NRT on honeymoon. Please show all courtesies for upgrade if possible You would be surprised that the normal people whom assume they will be pulled up are often not for those that ask kindly. Have a nice honeymoon.
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"Please show all courtesies for upgrade if possible."
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"You would be surprised that the normal people whom assume they will be pulled up are often not for those that ask kindly."
Jul 11, 2008, 11:18 pm
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Do we really have to go through all this yet again? In the same thread?
Jul 11, 2008, 11:19 pm
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Jul 11, 2008, 11:23 pm
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Jul 11, 2008, 11:30 pm
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How do you know all this?
Jul 11, 2008, 11:34 pm
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Jul 11, 2008, 11:38 pm
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If true, that it makes me wonder why airlines have been making all the fuss over what it is giving frequent flyers. I expect, at least on AA, to get an op-up ahead of non-status passengers.