Chances of AA interlining bags on separate PNRs / What to do at PHX for 7 hours?
Jan 22, 2017, 9:05 pm
#16
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: SEA, but up and down the coast a lot
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Yes, this isn't a bad idea at all. No need to stick to AA if there's zero advantage in rechecking luggage or IROPS protection. Not worth a piddling amount of Avios for a shorthaul Y jump, you'll get free checked bags on Southwest as well (two).
Jan 23, 2017, 10:12 am
#18
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Join Date: Aug 2015
Posts: 57
Thank you all for your help, it is much appreciated. I think I'll look into the car hire / day rate hotel room and see what I can come up with. (Southwest timings aren't much better, and there's no reward availability from LGB). Failing that I'll just make sure I've got some good films on the laptop and stock up on G&T in LAX lounge before leaving!
I had thought about just not collecting bags from baggage claim, and going back a few hours later to track them down saying "I forgot", but I guess that's a bit risky/not advised!
Thanks again
I had thought about just not collecting bags from baggage claim, and going back a few hours later to track them down saying "I forgot", but I guess that's a bit risky/not advised!
Thanks again
Jan 23, 2017, 12:52 pm
#20
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: Sun Prairie, WI
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I really wish more airport would provide luggage storage for a reasonable (or even unreasonable) fee. I've taken advantage of this many time internationally at both airports and train stations and it is always well worth the cost. Most baggage claim areas at airports would be able to find space for it. With all the mergers over the years there are bound to be some open offices to rent. Problem is there are likely more lucrative options to fill the space.
Jan 23, 2017, 1:27 pm
#21
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: SLC/HEL/Anywhere with a Beach
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Posts: 5,234
I really wish more airport would provide luggage storage for a reasonable (or even unreasonable) fee. I've taken advantage of this many time internationally at both airports and train stations and it is always well worth the cost. Most baggage claim areas at airports would be able to find space for it. With all the mergers over the years there are bound to be some open offices to rent. Problem is there are likely more lucrative options to fill the space.
Jan 23, 2017, 4:41 pm
#22
Join Date: Sep 2007
Programs: AA Platinum - 1MM+
Posts: 147
If you can't find ANY storage options in the airport, then I would rent a car and drive around the area. Some suggestions:
Papago Park
Old Town Scottsdale - lots of good restaurants
Tempe - Mill Avenue
All of the above are within a 15 min drive radius (or less) from the airport. The rental car facility is about 10 min drive by free shuttle bus from airport.
Papago Park
Old Town Scottsdale - lots of good restaurants
Tempe - Mill Avenue
All of the above are within a 15 min drive radius (or less) from the airport. The rental car facility is about 10 min drive by free shuttle bus from airport.