Nov 17, 2012, 3:07 pm
Last edit by: Zol
Originally Posted by Randy Petersen
Welcome to FlyerTalk.
The Newbie Lounge is a place where you can get answers to your questions about Emirates and the Skywards program. No question is too stupid, nothing is taken for granted, and anything about Emirates you were afraid to ask elsewhere, or weren't sure where to ask, you can ask here.
We realize that FlyerTalk is a huge place. Until you learn your way around, feel free to post here without fear of retribution or reprimands for not using search. Our volunteer Moderators will be monitoring the lounge to assist you in finding your answers but I think you'll find that all members of FlyerTalk are here to assist you with answers and advice.
We're all glad you are here.
The Newbie Lounge is a place where you can get answers to your questions about Emirates and the Skywards program. No question is too stupid, nothing is taken for granted, and anything about Emirates you were afraid to ask elsewhere, or weren't sure where to ask, you can ask here.
We realize that FlyerTalk is a huge place. Until you learn your way around, feel free to post here without fear of retribution or reprimands for not using search. Our volunteer Moderators will be monitoring the lounge to assist you in finding your answers but I think you'll find that all members of FlyerTalk are here to assist you with answers and advice.
We're all glad you are here.
[NEWBIE LOUNGE] Ask Your Questions Here (flame free)
Apr 28, 2012, 12:55 am
#871
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: 7,378
Just head to the chauffeur drive area; the lounge is just there.
Don't think of it as a lounge, though... More a "nice waiting room".
Don't think of it as a lounge, though... More a "nice waiting room".
Apr 28, 2012, 3:06 am
#872
Moderator: Emirates Skywards and Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: 12R/30L
Programs: EK Gold|EY Gold|Bonvoy Ambassador| IHG Plat|HHonors Diamond
Posts: 2,818
Apologies if this has been asked before but nothing came up on search.
I am flying back from BNE on EK435 on the 6th May, arriving in the UK via Dubai on EK001 on the 7th. I am using the chauffeur drive service to get home from Heathrow and understand that there is a "lounge" for me to use on arrival. Could someone give me directions to the lounge from Terminal 3 customs. Thanks very much.
My flights down here - EK004 and 434 were excellent, service delivery, in all ways, was very impressive.
Thank you.
I am flying back from BNE on EK435 on the 6th May, arriving in the UK via Dubai on EK001 on the 7th. I am using the chauffeur drive service to get home from Heathrow and understand that there is a "lounge" for me to use on arrival. Could someone give me directions to the lounge from Terminal 3 customs. Thanks very much.
My flights down here - EK004 and 434 were excellent, service delivery, in all ways, was very impressive.
Thank you.
As you clear customs and duty free walk straight ahead past the kiosks on the left and just before you reach the end, the EK Chauffeur lounge is on your left hand side. They have coffee/tea and some snacks.
Apr 30, 2012, 8:12 am
#873
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 146
Tier miles and other
Sorry if this has been asked before I did have a quick scan but coulnd't see, can someone explain the tier miles and skywards miles thing to me, are they one and the same thing?
I'm travelling Manchester - Singapore, Singapore - Brisbane, Brisbane - Auckland and Auckland back to Manchester, how many miles wil this give me to use? I'm hoping to travel next Easter, when I put in random dates in September it gives me a price of about 3500 but if I put in January 2013 it jumps to about 4500, any ideas why?
Then the second question is how many miles would I need for a Kuala Lumpur to Manchester upgrade on the cheapest ticket? My employer pays for this trip but only the cheapest?
Thanks
Jo
I'm travelling Manchester - Singapore, Singapore - Brisbane, Brisbane - Auckland and Auckland back to Manchester, how many miles wil this give me to use? I'm hoping to travel next Easter, when I put in random dates in September it gives me a price of about 3500 but if I put in January 2013 it jumps to about 4500, any ideas why?
Then the second question is how many miles would I need for a Kuala Lumpur to Manchester upgrade on the cheapest ticket? My employer pays for this trip but only the cheapest?
Thanks
Jo
Apr 30, 2012, 4:18 pm
#874
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: 21 mls sw of ABZ
Programs: EK Siver, Dusit Gold, Cycling Proficiency Test, Tufty Club Member and Le Club Accorhotels Platinum
Posts: 312
Tier miles build you up from Blue to Silver to Gold status
Skyward miles get you the reward flights and upgrades
Jan 13 is summer down under - hence higher fares
You'll find the upgrade miles requirement and the miles earned on the skywards web site
Skyward miles get you the reward flights and upgrades
Jan 13 is summer down under - hence higher fares
You'll find the upgrade miles requirement and the miles earned on the skywards web site
Apr 30, 2012, 6:07 pm
#875
Moderator: Trip Reports
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Denver, CO
Programs: UA GS-2MM, Marriott Ambassador
Posts: 3,723
Sorry if this has been asked before I did have a quick scan but coulnd't see, can someone explain the tier miles and skywards miles thing to me, are they one and the same thing?
I'm travelling Manchester - Singapore, Singapore - Brisbane, Brisbane - Auckland and Auckland back to Manchester, how many miles wil this give me to use? I'm hoping to travel next Easter, when I put in random dates in September it gives me a price of about 3500 but if I put in January 2013 it jumps to about 4500, any ideas why?
Then the second question is how many miles would I need for a Kuala Lumpur to Manchester upgrade on the cheapest ticket? My employer pays for this trip but only the cheapest?
Thanks
Jo
I'm travelling Manchester - Singapore, Singapore - Brisbane, Brisbane - Auckland and Auckland back to Manchester, how many miles wil this give me to use? I'm hoping to travel next Easter, when I put in random dates in September it gives me a price of about 3500 but if I put in January 2013 it jumps to about 4500, any ideas why?
Then the second question is how many miles would I need for a Kuala Lumpur to Manchester upgrade on the cheapest ticket? My employer pays for this trip but only the cheapest?
Thanks
Jo
Welcome to FT and the EK Forum.
For information regarding Tier Miles, visit this link on the Skywards website
http://www.skywards.com/Member_Benefits.aspx?SkinID=2
and for information regarding Skywards Miles, use this one
http://www.skywards.com/Member_benefits.aspx?SkinID=1
How many miles you earn will depend on whether you buy a Flex or Saver fare. The website will tell you when you search what fare is being displayed.
May 1, 2012, 4:34 am
#876
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 81
Emirates Business Class Lounge at Dubai
Hi all,
I was wondering if anyone knows what the 'nominal' fee to use the Timeless spa at the Business Class Lounge in Dubai Airport is?
Thanks.
I was wondering if anyone knows what the 'nominal' fee to use the Timeless spa at the Business Class Lounge in Dubai Airport is?
Thanks.
May 1, 2012, 6:12 am
#877
Moderator: Emirates Skywards and Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: 12R/30L
Programs: EK Gold|EY Gold|Bonvoy Ambassador| IHG Plat|HHonors Diamond
Posts: 2,818
May 3, 2012, 9:38 pm
#879
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 16
Upgrade to business class
My husband and I are flying from Sydney to Manchester in a few weeks. I am a skywards silver member and have upgraded us to business class from Dubai to Manchester with my skywards points. We still have to fly economy from Sydney to Dubai-boo hoo!
Any tips for blagging a free upgrade for the rest of the journey?
Any tips for blagging a free upgrade for the rest of the journey?
May 4, 2012, 2:05 am
#880
Moderator: Trip Reports
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Denver, CO
Programs: UA GS-2MM, Marriott Ambassador
Posts: 3,723
My husband and I are flying from Sydney to Manchester in a few weeks. I am a skywards silver member and have upgraded us to business class from Dubai to Manchester with my skywards points. We still have to fly economy from Sydney to Dubai-boo hoo!
Any tips for blagging a free upgrade for the rest of the journey?
Any tips for blagging a free upgrade for the rest of the journey?
Have you checked the load via ExpertFlyer?
May 5, 2012, 3:50 am
#881
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Here
Posts: 1,919
This is the Business "menu"
This is the First "menu" - which is complimentary
This is the one which is available at the hotel one level above, operated by timeless also
May 5, 2012, 9:33 am
#882
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 8
how to upgrade to business class IAH to DXB?
this will be my first trip to Maldives and the most promising route is probably IAH->DXB->MLE on Emirates to minimize layovers.
How should I start looking at flights trying to use Starwood points for an upgrade?
What are the fare classes that would allow upgrading, pending (2) seat availability?
Would it be possible to use points formerly known as Continental One Pass?
How should I start looking at flights trying to use Starwood points for an upgrade?
What are the fare classes that would allow upgrading, pending (2) seat availability?
Would it be possible to use points formerly known as Continental One Pass?
May 6, 2012, 12:49 pm
#883
Moderator: Emirates Skywards and Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: 12R/30L
Programs: EK Gold|EY Gold|Bonvoy Ambassador| IHG Plat|HHonors Diamond
Posts: 2,818
this will be my first trip to Maldives and the most promising route is probably IAH->DXB->MLE on Emirates to minimize layovers.
How should I start looking at flights trying to use Starwood points for an upgrade?
What are the fare classes that would allow upgrading, pending (2) seat availability?
Would it be possible to use points formerly known as Continental One Pass?
How should I start looking at flights trying to use Starwood points for an upgrade?
What are the fare classes that would allow upgrading, pending (2) seat availability?
Would it be possible to use points formerly known as Continental One Pass?
For Y -> J upgrade you should look at D inventory or Z for J -> F
The EK / Continental relationship has ended
May 6, 2012, 2:39 pm
#884
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 8
thanks for the starwood information. I'll start looking
May 6, 2012, 3:33 pm
#885
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 8
Another question:
If I am booking my ticket and one for my fianc can all the Skyward points come from one account or do we each need separate accounts to purchase upgrade flights?
If I am booking my ticket and one for my fianc can all the Skyward points come from one account or do we each need separate accounts to purchase upgrade flights?