Gold Guest List beginner's guide
Mar 21, 2019, 3:26 pm
#1471
Join Date: Mar 2015
Programs: BA GGL
Posts: 2,447
Is there any way to specifically check fare bucket availability on flights as an automated alert?
Basically BA is willing to sell LHR-SIN-SYD on the 777 as A fare, but not willing to sell SIN-SYD separately as A (only F).
Assuming there's only F available right now, what are the chances A will come back into play - presumably zero?
Need this availability to use GGL redemption in First - have booked a backup in CW for the time being, hence wanting to setup an alert (which seatguru doesn't seem to offer with such specific fare class detail).
Basically BA is willing to sell LHR-SIN-SYD on the 777 as A fare, but not willing to sell SIN-SYD separately as A (only F).
Assuming there's only F available right now, what are the chances A will come back into play - presumably zero?
Need this availability to use GGL redemption in First - have booked a backup in CW for the time being, hence wanting to setup an alert (which seatguru doesn't seem to offer with such specific fare class detail).
Mar 21, 2019, 3:35 pm
#1472
Join Date: Oct 2013
Programs: GGL/CCR
Posts: 1,899
Is there any way to specifically check fare bucket availability on flights as an automated alert?
Basically BA is willing to sell LHR-SIN-SYD on the 777 as A fare, but not willing to sell SIN-SYD separately as A (only F).
Assuming there's only F available right now, what are the chances A will come back into play - presumably zero?
Need this availability to use GGL redemption in First - have booked a backup in CW for the time being, hence wanting to setup an alert (which seatguru doesn't seem to offer with such specific fare class detail).
Basically BA is willing to sell LHR-SIN-SYD on the 777 as A fare, but not willing to sell SIN-SYD separately as A (only F).
Assuming there's only F available right now, what are the chances A will come back into play - presumably zero?
Need this availability to use GGL redemption in First - have booked a backup in CW for the time being, hence wanting to setup an alert (which seatguru doesn't seem to offer with such specific fare class detail).
Mar 21, 2019, 4:34 pm
#1473
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: London, ARN, HEL, ..... or MAN
Programs: BA GGL / GFL, Mucci Diamond!, HH Diamond, Radisson Premium, IHG Gold, Hertz Gold
Posts: 5,908
I received an email today that my Hilton Diamond status was updated, which as we know is a GGL benefit. The interesting twist this time around is that this happened without me needing to request that the GGL team make this happen, so it sounds like the GGL team proactively reached out to Hilton when my GGL status renewed to make this happen!
Mar 22, 2019, 5:18 pm
#1474
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: BHX
Programs: BA GGL CCR GfL, SQ Gold, Hyatt Glob, HH Diamond, Marriott Plat, Cafe Nero Loyalty Card (7 Stamps)
Posts: 7,343
Mar 22, 2019, 5:20 pm
#1475
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: BHX
Programs: BA GGL CCR GfL, SQ Gold, Hyatt Glob, HH Diamond, Marriott Plat, Cafe Nero Loyalty Card (7 Stamps)
Posts: 7,343
Is there any way to specifically check fare bucket availability on flights as an automated alert?
Basically BA is willing to sell LHR-SIN-SYD on the 777 as A fare, but not willing to sell SIN-SYD separately as A (only F).
Assuming there's only F available right now, what are the chances A will come back into play - presumably zero?
Need this availability to use GGL redemption in First - have booked a backup in CW for the time being, hence wanting to setup an alert (which seatguru doesn't seem to offer with such specific fare class detail).
Basically BA is willing to sell LHR-SIN-SYD on the 777 as A fare, but not willing to sell SIN-SYD separately as A (only F).
Assuming there's only F available right now, what are the chances A will come back into play - presumably zero?
Need this availability to use GGL redemption in First - have booked a backup in CW for the time being, hence wanting to setup an alert (which seatguru doesn't seem to offer with such specific fare class detail).
If the flight is far out it's feasible they're holding out for full F on that fifth freedom flight and may release A later on. If it's close in, you're likely SOL.
Mar 23, 2019, 1:10 am
#1476
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 123
Hot off the press from next week GGLs will be able to guest upto five people into the lounge.
This is on a permanent basis and not the seasonal promotions.
I am not sure about the CCR and am pretty sure this will not include non BA run lounges.
This is on a permanent basis and not the seasonal promotions.
I am not sure about the CCR and am pretty sure this will not include non BA run lounges.
Mar 23, 2019, 1:20 am
#1477
Moderator: Hyatt Gold Passport & Star Alliance
Join Date: May 1998
Location: London, UK
Programs: UA-1K 3MM/HY- LT Globalist/BA-GGL/GfL
Posts: 12,095
I see the Heathrow Express benefit is now listed on the GGL Benefits page:
Purchase an Express class Heathrow Express ticket from heathrowexpress.com/avios, the Heathrow Express app, in stations or on board the train. Take a seat in the Business First carriage and simply show your valid Gold Guest List card or app along with your ticket.
*Business First upgrade is bound by the Heathrow Express Terms and Conditions.
Upgrade to Business First on Heathrow Express*
As a Gold Guest List Member, our partners at Heathrow Express invite you to enjoy a free upgrade to their Business First class. Save time with priority carriages, ensuring a quick arrival and departure from the platform. When onboard take advantage of increased privacy and leg room, and complimentary magazines and newspapers. Or stay connected with complimentary wifi, at-seat power and spacious worktables.Purchase an Express class Heathrow Express ticket from heathrowexpress.com/avios, the Heathrow Express app, in stations or on board the train. Take a seat in the Business First carriage and simply show your valid Gold Guest List card or app along with your ticket.
*Business First upgrade is bound by the Heathrow Express Terms and Conditions.
Mar 23, 2019, 3:02 am
#1478
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: London, ARN, HEL, ..... or MAN
Programs: BA GGL / GFL, Mucci Diamond!, HH Diamond, Radisson Premium, IHG Gold, Hertz Gold
Posts: 5,908
) It’d be a very rarely used benefit for me but nice to have in those very unusual cases.
Mar 23, 2019, 4:51 am
#1480
Join Date: Mar 2015
Programs: BA GGL
Posts: 2,447
The only strange thing to me is that BA would have happily sold LHR-SIN-SYD (all on the 777) as A fare, but wouldn't sell LHR-SIN (A380) and SIN-SYD (777) all the way through in A (despite that second flight being the very same in both scenarios!). Given how much I prefer the A380 in First, I've selected that, booking into the 777 in D fare for Club World on the shorter connecting leg.
Mar 23, 2019, 4:55 am
#1481
Join Date: Mar 2015
Programs: BA GGL
Posts: 2,447
Mar 23, 2019, 5:36 am
#1482
Join Date: Mar 2015
Programs: BA GGL
Posts: 2,447
So here's a question. Connecting LHR-SIN (F) and onward to SIN-SYD (J), does the Concorde Bar permit access as a customer continuing from a First flight? I know this would apply to CCR at T5, but this is a different scenario...
Although Qantas F lounge might be open by then, so may just swerve it altogether.
Although Qantas F lounge might be open by then, so may just swerve it altogether.
Mar 25, 2019, 6:16 am
#1483
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: BHX
Programs: BA GGL CCR GfL, SQ Gold, Hyatt Glob, HH Diamond, Marriott Plat, Cafe Nero Loyalty Card (7 Stamps)
Posts: 7,343
As my wife is Gold, we can already guest 3 people between us - so it makes no odds when travelling with the family.
The one scenario I can think of where it will be helpful is when going on Stag Dos...
Mar 25, 2019, 6:35 am
#1484
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Glasgow / London
Programs: BA GGL
Posts: 3,457
So here's a question. Connecting LHR-SIN (F) and onward to SIN-SYD (J), does the Concorde Bar permit access as a customer continuing from a First flight? I know this would apply to CCR at T5, but this is a different scenario...
Although Qantas F lounge might be open by then, so may just swerve it altogether.
Although Qantas F lounge might be open by then, so may just swerve it altogether.
Mar 25, 2019, 10:27 am
#1485
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 7,464
Terms and Conditions
This benefit is only available to Gold Guest List and Gold Guest List for Life Members. It is linked to your individual Executive Club membership, is not transferable, and is subject to the standard conditions of your membership.
Whilst we will make every endeavour to accommodate your guests, additional lounge access is subject to capacity and limited to a maximum of five additional guests travelling with you on the same flight (in addition to any partner card access). Should your first choice of lounge not be available you may be asked to use the business (Club World) lounge.
This extended access does not apply to The Concorde Room.
Guests travelling with the Gold Guest List Member from London Heathrow Terminal 5 may use The First Wing.
Due to limited capacity at London Heathrow Terminal 3 and all other worldwide airports, additional guests will be asked to use standard security lanes.
This offer is limited to British Airways flights only at all British Airways owned and operated lounges worldwide.
For all other flights and lounges, including oneworld carriers, standard Guest Access Policy applies.
This benefit is only available to Gold Guest List and Gold Guest List for Life Members. It is linked to your individual Executive Club membership, is not transferable, and is subject to the standard conditions of your membership.
Whilst we will make every endeavour to accommodate your guests, additional lounge access is subject to capacity and limited to a maximum of five additional guests travelling with you on the same flight (in addition to any partner card access). Should your first choice of lounge not be available you may be asked to use the business (Club World) lounge.
This extended access does not apply to The Concorde Room.
Guests travelling with the Gold Guest List Member from London Heathrow Terminal 5 may use The First Wing.
Due to limited capacity at London Heathrow Terminal 3 and all other worldwide airports, additional guests will be asked to use standard security lanes.
This offer is limited to British Airways flights only at all British Airways owned and operated lounges worldwide.
For all other flights and lounges, including oneworld carriers, standard Guest Access Policy applies.