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)
May 16, 2011, 12:05 am
#271
Join Date: Apr 2011
Programs: EK Gold EY Gold Sirius Gold SPG Plat / LT Gold
Posts: 77
The lounge used by EK (there is another one opposite used by BA) is a windowless one I'm afraid. It is reasonably large (two floors) and comfortable and there is hot and cold snack food and all sorts of drinks (inc. champagne) on offer. All is waiter service at your seat. It can get very very busy late in the evening when the EK, MK, AF flights leave...
mods - suggest this is moved to the EK lounges thread as there is currently no entry for MRU
May 16, 2011, 5:27 am
#272
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 9,304
Me & missus fly on EK028 on the 26th Dec - We would like to upgrade to biz there are no upgrades available just now & skywrds say to check in september
question - will this flight be full? do you think there is a good chnace of getting upgrade?
I need to purchase additional miles to upgrade & dont want to purchase miles if there is no chance of upgrade
question - will this flight be full? do you think there is a good chnace of getting upgrade?
I need to purchase additional miles to upgrade & dont want to purchase miles if there is no chance of upgrade
May 16, 2011, 7:27 am
#273
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 2
thanks for info ft101 & DYKWIA
Skywards doesn`t appear to be particularly user friendly or is it just me
Skywards doesn`t appear to be particularly user friendly or is it just me
Last edited by smart4dee; May 16, 2011 at 7:30 am Reason: mispelt
May 17, 2011, 2:45 am
#274
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: PDX
Programs: Don't think it matters...
Posts: 5,240
I have seen some which are worse ( AI's FFP) and some which are better ( M&M, 9W's JP)
May 18, 2011, 12:18 pm
#275
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: A haze of disconnected thoughts
Programs: EK, VA, QF, AC etc
Posts: 121
Changing flight times - How?
In LHR, finished business a day early - how do I contact a human to see if can get my flights home (LHR->DBX->home) brought forward?
In business, Gold status, newbie for EK
In business, Gold status, newbie for EK
May 18, 2011, 12:42 pm
#276
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 9,304
http://www.emirates.com/uk/english/h...ontact_us.aspx
"Find a Local Office" on their website:
http://www.emirates.com/uk/english/h...s_offices.aspx
or is there a Gold Desk number on the back of your card?
May 18, 2011, 6:56 pm
#277
Ambassador: Emirates Airlines
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Manchester, UK
Posts: 18,600
May 18, 2011, 9:40 pm
#278
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: A haze of disconnected thoughts
Programs: EK, VA, QF, AC etc
Posts: 121
May 18, 2011, 9:41 pm
#279
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: A haze of disconnected thoughts
Programs: EK, VA, QF, AC etc
Posts: 121
"Contact Us" on their website:
http://www.emirates.com/uk/english/h...ontact_us.aspx
"Find a Local Office" on their website:
http://www.emirates.com/uk/english/h...s_offices.aspx
or is there a Gold Desk number on the back of your card?
http://www.emirates.com/uk/english/h...ontact_us.aspx
"Find a Local Office" on their website:
http://www.emirates.com/uk/english/h...s_offices.aspx
or is there a Gold Desk number on the back of your card?
May 18, 2011, 10:49 pm
#280
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Dubai, UAE
Programs: Skywards Plat, Etihad Gold, Aerosvit Gold, Virgin Silver, AA lifetime Gold, Sirius Gold
Posts: 1,229
May 19, 2011, 7:10 am
#281
Ambassador: Emirates Airlines
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Manchester, UK
Posts: 18,600
May 21, 2011, 12:51 am
#282
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 4
Hi, I'm new to the forum (great place!)
For the last few months I've been flying from London (Heathrow and Gatwick) to Dubai and I've always had 6000 tier miles for the round trip (3000 each way). My husband has had the same although we've only once flown together.
We both became silver members last month and the 2 flights that we've each booked since then have only given us 3000 tier miles for the round trip. I can't understand this?
Can anyone help please!
Thanks
For the last few months I've been flying from London (Heathrow and Gatwick) to Dubai and I've always had 6000 tier miles for the round trip (3000 each way). My husband has had the same although we've only once flown together.
We both became silver members last month and the 2 flights that we've each booked since then have only given us 3000 tier miles for the round trip. I can't understand this?
Can anyone help please!
Thanks
May 21, 2011, 12:59 am
#283
Moderator, Trip Reports
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Denver, CO
Programs: UA GS-2MM, Marriott Ambassador
Posts: 3,712
lilycup
Welcome to FT and to the EK Forum
What you're describing is the Saver versus Flex fare fiasco! More detail here. A lot of us are unhappy with this change in fare pricing/structure, but I'm afraid its here to stay...
Stay a while. Look around. It's good to have you here...
Welcome to FT and to the EK Forum
What you're describing is the Saver versus Flex fare fiasco! More detail here. A lot of us are unhappy with this change in fare pricing/structure, but I'm afraid its here to stay...
Stay a while. Look around. It's good to have you here...
May 21, 2011, 1:51 am
#284
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 4
Thanks for the quick reply and welcome eightblack!
That's such a shame about the new structure, the skywards tier miles were the only thing that have justified an Emirates flight as opposed to the cheaper options eg BA - as my husband pays!
I've just had a look now and I'm not given an option of a Flex fare even - I'll grab a coffee and go read that link you sent and see if I can find out some more!
Thank you
That's such a shame about the new structure, the skywards tier miles were the only thing that have justified an Emirates flight as opposed to the cheaper options eg BA - as my husband pays!
I've just had a look now and I'm not given an option of a Flex fare even - I'll grab a coffee and go read that link you sent and see if I can find out some more!
Thank you
Last edited by lilycup; May 21, 2011 at 2:19 am
May 23, 2011, 6:27 pm
#285
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 648
curious
Are you allowed to upgrade from econ or biz to first while inflight?....with either points or cash?
I'd really llike to try this on the 380!
TIA
I'd really llike to try this on the 380!
TIA