BA fare discounts with AARP Master Thread
Jun 15, 2016, 7:50 am
#121
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I have what might be an odd question, but haven't seen it addressed.
I generally handle travel details, bookings, etc. for my wife and I. However, right now my wife is OneWorld Emerald (AA EXP) and I am not. Obviously, that is quite material when flying on BA (e.g. seat selection, etc.)
To take advantage of the AARP discount, I was about to open an AARP account. However, upon thinking about this a bit, wondering if it's best to open the membership it in my wife's name. That is, when you go through the AARP portal, I assume it puts the AARP member as the primary passenger on the PNR, is that correct?
My concern would be a scenario, that sometimes happens on AA, where the highest elite level member needs to be listed first on the PNR in order to trigger elite recognition.
Regards
I generally handle travel details, bookings, etc. for my wife and I. However, right now my wife is OneWorld Emerald (AA EXP) and I am not. Obviously, that is quite material when flying on BA (e.g. seat selection, etc.)
To take advantage of the AARP discount, I was about to open an AARP account. However, upon thinking about this a bit, wondering if it's best to open the membership it in my wife's name. That is, when you go through the AARP portal, I assume it puts the AARP member as the primary passenger on the PNR, is that correct?
My concern would be a scenario, that sometimes happens on AA, where the highest elite level member needs to be listed first on the PNR in order to trigger elite recognition.
Regards
Jun 15, 2016, 7:56 pm
#122
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: AUS
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Jun 15, 2016, 7:59 pm
#123
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I don't know how it works with respect to BA but when you join AARP your spouse automatically becomes a member: Membership fee includes spouse/partner free. Your spouse will also receive a membership card. so presumably your wife could also have a login (which you need for the BA discount).
I think golfmad's advice is just what I needed.
Regards
Jun 28, 2016, 10:48 am
#125
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Jun 28, 2016, 11:28 am
#126
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http://advantages.aarp.org/en/offer....ays.10047.html
I see March 31 2017
The exclusive discounts as indicated on this offer page are available online to AARP members only via the dedicated link on this page when booking a round-trip through fare (round-trip flights with connection to final destination, separate tickets do not qualify for discount) from select US gateways to UK and beyond. Customer must be an AARP member or must travel with an AARP member to be eligible for this exclusive offer. The exclusive discounts are based on round-trip purchase off any published retail World Traveller (economy), World Traveller Plus (Premium economy), Club World (business class) or First fares on ba.com via exclusive link, valid through March 31, 2017 on British Airways and British Airways codeshare services operated by American Airlines and on British Airways codeshare services operated by Iberia only. American Airlines and American Eagle flights with a BA flight numbers that connect to BA operated, AA operated with BA flight numbers and IB operated with BA flight numbers transatlantic flights are permitted. Additional restrictions may apply.
Jun 28, 2016, 11:33 am
#127
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Jun 28, 2016, 2:00 pm
#128
Join Date: Nov 2005
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It does look like that date has been brought forward from the original October 31.
Looking at the T&C on the BA page (http://www.britishairways.com/en-us/...mber-benefits#) it also looks like code shares on AA and IB are included in the offer. I could be very wrong, but I think it was previously only BA metal that was eligible.
Looking at the T&C on the BA page (http://www.britishairways.com/en-us/...mber-benefits#) it also looks like code shares on AA and IB are included in the offer. I could be very wrong, but I think it was previously only BA metal that was eligible.
Jun 28, 2016, 2:04 pm
#129
Moderator: British Airways Executive Club
Join Date: Nov 2010
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It does look like that date has been brought forward from the original October 31.
Looking at the T&C on the BA page (http://www.britishairways.com/en-us/...mber-benefits#) it also looks like code shares on AA and IB are included in the offer. I could be very wrong, but I think it was previously only BA metal that was eligible.
Looking at the T&C on the BA page (http://www.britishairways.com/en-us/...mber-benefits#) it also looks like code shares on AA and IB are included in the offer. I could be very wrong, but I think it was previously only BA metal that was eligible.
Jun 28, 2016, 2:14 pm
#130
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That would be a bummer for sure, but honestly I'm surprised this offer has lasted as long as it has, particularly once it began being utilized and publicized far beyond the likely audience BA intended when they entered an agreement with AARP...
Regards
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Jun 28, 2016, 2:54 pm
#131
Join Date: Nov 2005
Programs: BA, AA, FB
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Ah of course, I was thinking of the Chase discount. It would be a shame if the AARP discount follows the flowers, the amuse bouche, and the water bottles.
Jul 1, 2016, 3:26 pm
#132
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Has anyone attempted to get additional information regarding this possibly going away in July? I'm not yet an AARP member (had been waiting to pull the trigger until I was ready to purchase a ticket), but has anyone reached out to AARP or BA to see if the gig is up?
Regards
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Jul 2, 2016, 4:39 pm
#133
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Not really the correct thread but there isn't an ex-US sale thread. BA seem to have quite a good CW sale for 2 out of the US at present - book by July 12 and fly July 12 to May 31. A (possibly last) chance to take advantage of the AARP discount as well.
Jul 2, 2016, 5:49 pm
#134
Join Date: May 2001
Posts: 4,772
Has anyone attempted to get additional information regarding this possibly going away in July? I'm not yet an AARP member (had been waiting to pull the trigger until I was ready to purchase a ticket), but has anyone reached out to AARP or BA to see if the gig is up?
Regards
Regards
Jul 7, 2016, 3:18 pm
#135
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I just bought two tickets exUS-EDI to take advantage of the BA sale in J for 2. It has to be booked by July 12 and flown by May 31. I was trying to get tickets for April or May using AARP and it wasn't working. I finally read the T/C's and yes, the AARP discount has an end date where the outbound must be flown by Mar 31.
So, we're leaving Mar 31
.
My understanding is the offer has been extended a few times. I'm hoping it gets extended again but I couldn't wait given the BA sale must be booked by July 12.
I say if you're looking at using the AARP discount, do while you can.
So, we're leaving Mar 31
.My understanding is the offer has been extended a few times. I'm hoping it gets extended again but I couldn't wait given the BA sale must be booked by July 12.
I say if you're looking at using the AARP discount, do while you can.