The 2012 FlyerTalk Awards!
Dec 1, 2011 | 7:15 am
#46
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: GVA,OPO
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On a quick glance,
- There seems to be a gap between options on the poll and what FTers value - BA and FB
- Non published benefits end up on the poll - EK and TP
I think eightblack offers a fair way to tackle the above gaps
+1
Let the winner take it as improvement feedback from their loyalty base and an opportunity to make the program better if they chose to do so.
Always positive at the end of the day.
GBM
Jan 29, 2012 | 7:17 am
#47
Join Date: Dec 2004
Programs: Globalist, Marriott Plat, various sundry
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Not only would I like to see a "Middle Seat" award for worst overall program (air, hotel, car), I'd like to see a "Bait and Switch" (or something like that) for most diluted benefit over the past 12 months.
Apr 22, 2012 | 8:46 am
#51
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Location: Washington, DC
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Apr 22, 2012 | 8:52 am
#52
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But that's just a guess.IMO it was silly to say they'd be announced in March & then not make the announcement in March. There might have been a technical glitch w/ the voting (no idea if that's the case), but then announcing that wouldn't be good either.
But if IB's going to tout Flyertalk Awards, then stick to the timelines.
Cheers.
Apr 24, 2012 | 8:22 am
#54
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And still wondering why the winners were supposed to be announced in March and never were?
Apr 24, 2012 | 8:47 am
#55
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But doesn't exactly make you want to vote next year does it...
Cheers.
Apr 26, 2012 | 3:03 pm
#57
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Looks like the FT awards have been announced, just hours before the Freddie Awards dinner. Coincidence? From Twitter:
freddieawards
In an hour, nearly 400 people will get a chance to get their picture taken with a real Freddie Award in our "modern" photo booth.
In an hour, nearly 400 people will get a chance to get their picture taken with a real Freddie Award in our "modern" photo booth.
Apr 26, 2012 | 8:24 pm
#59
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I looked at their web site and see DHammer53 is there. He's been on FT just as long as me. My airline of choice, AA, just won the award for best America's customer service so they're off to a good start.