2008 Trick it / negotiate it / special savings lounge thread
Oct 22, 2008, 9:16 am
#16
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I'm a newbie, so still trying to figure all this out. Is this to be booked on BA? Also, would this one be possible from BOS?
Oct 22, 2008, 9:18 am
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:Edited:
This is really well done. Kudos to you
Of course, it still takes a lot of patience and time to get the fare one really wants... But still nice nonetheless... I'm sure most of the people here will understand this now... If not, then I guess PMs will be sent out 
This is really well done. Kudos to you
Of course, it still takes a lot of patience and time to get the fare one really wants... But still nice nonetheless... I'm sure most of the people here will understand this now... If not, then I guess PMs will be sent out
Last edited by buck3y3nut; Oct 22, 2008 at 9:30 am
Oct 22, 2008, 9:32 am
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Good Luck
Oct 22, 2008, 9:33 am
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Trying to figure this out makes my Wednesday morning go by much quicker 
Oct 22, 2008, 9:36 am
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I am guessing that the karate reference refers to the website that one books the fare on.
The king of cars isn't the only one who chops prices.
It is a piety that One Would not Stay And think this fare over. :P
The king of cars isn't the only one who chops prices.
It is a piety that One Would not Stay And think this fare over. :P
Oct 22, 2008, 9:37 am
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Short Cut for some dates
It's also possible to calculate some dates using the previous tip regarding the recent FCO fare. For example, using a city (not DC) as the base, one can find low fares and then use karate skills for even lower fares.
(Ex. 3/11 - 3/17)
(Ex. 3/11 - 3/17)
Oct 22, 2008, 9:40 am
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lol...I guess the riddles/subtle references are hot (Paris Hilton dixit)!!
Oct 22, 2008, 9:41 am
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Any luck "negotiating" with Qantas?
I'm seeing some US East Coast to Australia fares at around $1000 all in. Has anyone found a way to break these apart for savings?
Thanks.
Thanks.
Oct 22, 2008, 9:42 am
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Oct 22, 2008, 9:48 am
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I got it.
Sadly, it's not on a carrier that I fly, and I don't live in DC.
This a great bargain, given the current exchange rate in the UK as well.
I love the riddle!
Sadly, it's not on a carrier that I fly, and I don't live in DC.
This a great bargain, given the current exchange rate in the UK as well.
I love the riddle!
Oct 22, 2008, 9:48 am
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Oct 22, 2008, 9:50 am
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This is hilarious! Thanks,OP
Oct 22, 2008, 9:52 am
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I'm seeing a fare of $351 but obviously changing dates will change the fare a bit. I looked at a fare in march. Although it would be nice to be in Europe for spring break, London is a bit too cold for my taste. Unfortunately I can't really use it cause I just came back from London. Off to hunt for a warmer place in March. Now that you think of it, the OP couldn't have made it easier for people to figure this out...
Enjoy your trips whoever books them at these prices.
PS... If I stumble upon a fare to a warmer place, I shall share it with you guys...
Enjoy your trips whoever books them at these prices.
PS... If I stumble upon a fare to a warmer place, I shall share it with you guys...
Oct 22, 2008, 9:56 am
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