As a non UK based member I feel a bit forgotten about..
Aug 13, 2012, 12:34 pm
#32
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Aug 13, 2012, 12:39 pm
#33
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Sometimes I feel like that as well. Especially with the time BA takes to send out emails to their UK customers. Someone on here usually has theirs hours, days before I get mine. Then there is the usual text from other people that explains all the issues with the usual bargain ideas from companies. So I just stick to flyertalk and glance at my travel email address.
Aug 13, 2012, 12:48 pm
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Sometimes I feel like that as well. Especially with the time BA takes to send out emails to their UK customers. Someone on here usually has theirs hours, days before I get mine. Then there is the usual text from other people that explains all the issues with the usual bargain ideas from companies. So I just stick to flyertalk and glance at my travel email address.
When did you last fly BA? What's your current BAEC status?
AFAIK, you've been a bit "non travelling" of late. Could that be a result of targeted marketing? Neither KLM nor Virgin bother me these days.
Aug 13, 2012, 1:14 pm
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They do a very sweet thanks for flying with us email which gets a bit confused by multi sector trips.
Aug 13, 2012, 1:14 pm
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Aug 13, 2012, 3:05 pm
#37
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Aug 13, 2012, 10:11 pm
#38
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Received a surprise email this week - first flight-type specific one I have ever received..
Dear Mr TT1F,
Thank you for choosing to fly Club World London City. As it's your first time on this all business class flight, I'd like to show you how to make the most of your journey to New York.
Naturally, your time is of the utmost importance, so from the moment you arrive at the airport, everything is designed to ensure you enjoy a smooth and carefree experience.
etc.. etc..
It is my first time on this flight and, if I hadn't gleaned all I could about the flight from FT then it's actually a very useful email. Didn't get one saying how pleased they are that I am returning from JFK to LHR in F, however..
Dear Mr TT1F,
Thank you for choosing to fly Club World London City. As it's your first time on this all business class flight, I'd like to show you how to make the most of your journey to New York.
Naturally, your time is of the utmost importance, so from the moment you arrive at the airport, everything is designed to ensure you enjoy a smooth and carefree experience.
etc.. etc..
It is my first time on this flight and, if I hadn't gleaned all I could about the flight from FT then it's actually a very useful email. Didn't get one saying how pleased they are that I am returning from JFK to LHR in F, however..
Aug 13, 2012, 10:35 pm
#39
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To be honest Mr H I feel a bit left out living in the USA! My account is still based in the UK but they seem to sneak specials onto the web, the lounges are pretty poor over here and the catering can be awful.
You are not alone!
aks120
You are not alone!
aks120
Aug 14, 2012, 2:19 am
#40
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and I make you a Mucci des Chevaliers Toulousiens. I know that you have been honoured before but any gallant gentleman - especially one who wears red shell suits - is welcome. Off you go and tell Moomba I've been a but quiet on the awards front for a bit, so he won't mind too much.
I am certain the La Contesse de Yahilwe would have no problem with that either.
I am certain the La Contesse de Yahilwe would have no problem with that either.
Aug 14, 2012, 2:57 am
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True … I attracted their attention in 2010 after I used them them as a source of US car hire [remarkably good value on that occasion, but not since]. However, the in-box is quiet again!
Aug 14, 2012, 4:11 am
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Aug 14, 2012, 4:14 am
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Foie Gras please - and to hell with Political Correctness! (and Champagne - La Marquise will run down to Auchan or some other Grand Surface to get the key cut)
Aug 14, 2012, 4:27 am
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Foie Gras et Maigret de Canard will be served poolside accompanied by some nice local wines and of course champagne.
Aug 14, 2012, 4:40 am
#45
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I dont care much about attention, etc, but what i do find frustrating and unimpressive is how the European Service Centre (I am a Monaco resident) closes at 6pm CET. To make matters worse, the UK centre cannot deal with ticketing issues relating to AVIOS etc for European memebers. It seems odd that an airline would not understand that its members actually fly around the world from time to time and may not all be operating on CET. Would a 24 hour service centre be a huge ask for alledgedly "premium" members ?