bmi FAQ No.4: Redemptions - Finding Award seats : the ANA online tool masterclass
Oct 30, 2008, 3:24 pm
#16
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Folks - the threads have been merged to keep the FAQ and the discussion in one place. It also means I can keep on top of editing the main FAQ as it was previously locked.
Thanks for your thanks and more importantly, thanks for the feedback. I will be making a few updates from the first suggestions ^
Thanks for your thanks and more importantly, thanks for the feedback. I will be making a few updates from the first suggestions ^
Oct 31, 2008, 12:09 am
#17
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Due to the complex way in which availability is calculated and released, the mere fact that seats are available on each segment of your planned itinerary does not mean that they are available on the itinerary as a whole. E.g. MAN-FRA: wide open; FRA-ORD: wide open; MAN-FRA on a MAN-FRA-ORD: nothing. In such circumstances the ICC may or may not be able to book it for you. 
Nov 12, 2008, 9:30 pm
#19
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Good work, RAPC. ^
One small comment on when to search: yes, well in advance is best. However, at the other end of the spectrum, for premium classes, especially long-haul on LH, it is also worth having a look at the last minute (say, a couple of weeks before desired flight date or less) as LH will sometimes release seats quite late if the bookings are below expectations.
One small comment on when to search: yes, well in advance is best. However, at the other end of the spectrum, for premium classes, especially long-haul on LH, it is also worth having a look at the last minute (say, a couple of weeks before desired flight date or less) as LH will sometimes release seats quite late if the bookings are below expectations.
Nov 13, 2008, 1:43 am
#20
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Nov 14, 2008, 1:58 am
#21
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Done that, so how do I go about logging in to ANA?
The log in page for the ANA tool can be found at https://aswbe-i.ana.co.jp/p_per/sky_...SearchLogin.do
The log in page for the ANA tool can be found at https://aswbe-i.ana.co.jp/p_per/sky_...SearchLogin.do
Nov 14, 2008, 2:04 am
#22
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Nov 14, 2008, 2:34 am
#23
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Nov 14, 2008, 3:53 am
#25
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Will update the URL in the FAQ
Nov 16, 2008, 3:53 pm
#26
Moderator: British Airways Executive Club, Marriott Bonvoy
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Noticed a new option :
ANA Mileage Club members have the option of selecting "Keep me logged in" and having the site "remember" them the next time they visit. ^
take note, bmi.
ANA Mileage Club members have the option of selecting "Keep me logged in" and having the site "remember" them the next time they visit. ^
take note, bmi.
Nov 20, 2008, 2:06 am
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