Sep 4, 2018, 7:08 pm
Last edit by: 1k650
Post your trip dates and itinerary here:
DPS-HKG - 09/6/2018 - MCI777
HKG-SFO - 09/7/2018 - MCI777 ( just flew SFO-HKG-DPS a few days ago)
LAX-BKK - 10/07/2018 - EVA777
BKK-LAX - 10/22/2018 - EVA777
BKK-LAX - 10/10/2018 - jerrflyer
LAX-BKK - 10/15/2018 - cmdsea
BKK-LAX - 04/04/2019 - cmdsea
SFO-PVG - 10/24/2018 - 1k650
DPS-SFO - 11/14/2018 - 1k650
LAX-DPS - 10/27/2018 - FoxFlyer
DPS-LAX - 11/01/2018 - FoxFlyer
BKK-LAX - 11/01/2018 - EmailKid
LAX-BKK - 11/01/2018 - fijaircan
BKK-LAX - 11/11/2018 - fijaircan
LAX-BKK - 11/17/2018 - EVA777
BKK-LAX - 11/27/2018 - EVA777
LAX-PVG - 01/10/2019 - George84
PVG-LAX - 01/14/2019 - George84
LAX-PVG - 01/17/2019 - SGan317
PVG-LAX - 01/21/2019 - SGan317
SFO-BKK 01/07/19- frank10b
BKK-SFO 01/16/19 - frank10b
SFO-BKK 01/09/2019 - IluvSQ
BKK-SFO 01/25/2019 - IluvSQ
LAX-PVG 01/19/2019 - vincewy
PVG-LAX 01/26/2019 - vincewy
LAX-HKG 2/2/19 - genesq
HKG-LAX 2/17/19 - genesq
LAX-DPS 2/13/19 - maverikbc
DPS-LAX 3/4/19 - maverikbc
LAX-BKK 2/14/19 - chiefnwa
BKK-LAX 2/24/19 - chiefnwa
SFO-BKK 2/17/19 - bretmd
BKK-SFO 2/24/19 - bretmd
SFO-PVG - 2/22/2019 - gpen1827
PVG-SFO - 3/4/2019 - gpen1827
LAX-BKK 2/22/2019 MCI777
BKK-LAX 2/27/2019 MCI777
SFO-SGN - 02/25/2019 - Flyer89
SGN-LAX - 03/02/2019 - Flyer89
SFO-BKK - 2/27/2019 - 1k650
DPS-SFO - 3/20/2019 - 1k650
LAX-BKK - 03/01/2019 - sydneyguy1234
BKK-LAX - 03/04/2019 - sydneyguy1234
LAX-BKK - 03/02/2019 - firemandan9
BKK-LAX - 03/10/2019 - firemandan9
LAX-BKK - 03/02/2019 - EVA777
BKK-LAX - 03/17/2019 - EVA777
SFO-PVG - 03/17/2019 - omghaxcode
PVG-SFO - 03/24/2019 - omghaxcode
LAX-PVG - 03/23/2019 - legalalien, Ml007, Mileage Lover
PVG-LAX - 03/30/2019 - legalalien, Ml007
PVG-LAX 03/31/2019 Mileage Lover
LAX-HKG 09/22/2018 atiger29
LAX-HKG 11/14/2018 Tafflyer
HKG-PVG 11/18/2018 Tafflyer
PVG-LAX 04/02/2019 Tafflyer
DPS-HKG - 09/6/2018 - MCI777
HKG-SFO - 09/7/2018 - MCI777 ( just flew SFO-HKG-DPS a few days ago)
LAX-BKK - 10/07/2018 - EVA777
BKK-LAX - 10/22/2018 - EVA777
BKK-LAX - 10/10/2018 - jerrflyer
LAX-BKK - 10/15/2018 - cmdsea
BKK-LAX - 04/04/2019 - cmdsea
SFO-PVG - 10/24/2018 - 1k650
DPS-SFO - 11/14/2018 - 1k650
LAX-DPS - 10/27/2018 - FoxFlyer
DPS-LAX - 11/01/2018 - FoxFlyer
BKK-LAX - 11/01/2018 - EmailKid
LAX-BKK - 11/01/2018 - fijaircan
BKK-LAX - 11/11/2018 - fijaircan
LAX-BKK - 11/17/2018 - EVA777
BKK-LAX - 11/27/2018 - EVA777
LAX-PVG - 01/10/2019 - George84
PVG-LAX - 01/14/2019 - George84
LAX-PVG - 01/17/2019 - SGan317
PVG-LAX - 01/21/2019 - SGan317
SFO-BKK 01/07/19- frank10b
BKK-SFO 01/16/19 - frank10b
SFO-BKK 01/09/2019 - IluvSQ
BKK-SFO 01/25/2019 - IluvSQ
LAX-PVG 01/19/2019 - vincewy
PVG-LAX 01/26/2019 - vincewy
LAX-HKG 2/2/19 - genesq
HKG-LAX 2/17/19 - genesq
LAX-DPS 2/13/19 - maverikbc
DPS-LAX 3/4/19 - maverikbc
LAX-BKK 2/14/19 - chiefnwa
BKK-LAX 2/24/19 - chiefnwa
SFO-BKK 2/17/19 - bretmd
BKK-SFO 2/24/19 - bretmd
SFO-PVG - 2/22/2019 - gpen1827
PVG-SFO - 3/4/2019 - gpen1827
LAX-BKK 2/22/2019 MCI777
BKK-LAX 2/27/2019 MCI777
SFO-SGN - 02/25/2019 - Flyer89
SGN-LAX - 03/02/2019 - Flyer89
SFO-BKK - 2/27/2019 - 1k650
DPS-SFO - 3/20/2019 - 1k650
LAX-BKK - 03/01/2019 - sydneyguy1234
BKK-LAX - 03/04/2019 - sydneyguy1234
LAX-BKK - 03/02/2019 - firemandan9
BKK-LAX - 03/10/2019 - firemandan9
LAX-BKK - 03/02/2019 - EVA777
BKK-LAX - 03/17/2019 - EVA777
SFO-PVG - 03/17/2019 - omghaxcode
PVG-SFO - 03/24/2019 - omghaxcode
LAX-PVG - 03/23/2019 - legalalien, Ml007, Mileage Lover
PVG-LAX - 03/30/2019 - legalalien, Ml007
PVG-LAX 03/31/2019 Mileage Lover
LAX-HKG 09/22/2018 atiger29
LAX-HKG 11/14/2018 Tafflyer
HKG-PVG 11/18/2018 Tafflyer
PVG-LAX 04/02/2019 Tafflyer
[PREM FARE GONE] HX: LAX-PVG rt in J ~$580ish
Feb 10, 2019, 8:51 am
#1007
Join Date: May 2003
Programs: UA1k; Bonvoy Titanium; Hilton Gold; IHG Gold; AA Plat Pro
Posts: 1,794
Feb 10, 2019, 8:52 am
#1008
Join Date: May 2003
Programs: UA1k; Bonvoy Titanium; Hilton Gold; IHG Gold; AA Plat Pro
Posts: 1,794
Yes the new configuration has broken seats however I checked them and some worked. Flew the old config Hong Kong to Shanghai and it looked pretty worn out already.
Has anyone tried to fly standby on an earlier flight so you can have a stopover in Hong Kong on the way back? I think I will call and attempt this.
Has anyone tried to fly standby on an earlier flight so you can have a stopover in Hong Kong on the way back? I think I will call and attempt this.
Feb 11, 2019, 2:39 pm
#1009
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: MIA
Posts: 498
Just finished up my trip review for anyone interested.
https://samchui.com/2019/02/11/revie...usiness-class/
On to the next mistake fare!
Best,
Steven
https://samchui.com/2019/02/11/revie...usiness-class/
On to the next mistake fare!
Best,
Steven
Feb 12, 2019, 8:39 am
#1010
Join Date: Feb 2019
Location: Bay Area
Programs: UA Gold, AS, Marriott Gold, IHG Gold, Hilton Gold
Posts: 37
I took my flights back in October, accumulated ~33,000 pts on FWC. After much planning and consternation, I was able to use my points on round trip SJC-PDX award travel on AS. Economy outbound, first on return. Maybe not the optimal use of the points, but 1) I had to go there anyway, and 2) I'm just happy to be able to get a free flight in addition to the amazing J fare on the original trip.
To use FWC points on AS, you either need to call FFP in China (86-898) 950717 or email FPP [email protected]. The representatives at the US office (312 number) were unable to book award travel. I emailed FFP with the exact itinerary I wanted. They responded with a request for more identifying information and then ended up calling me a couple days later. The representative's English was a little rough, but definitely better than my Mandarin. Overall, while the process was not as quick as I am used to, it went smoothly.
To use FWC points on AS, you either need to call FFP in China (86-898) 950717 or email FPP [email protected]. The representatives at the US office (312 number) were unable to book award travel. I emailed FFP with the exact itinerary I wanted. They responded with a request for more identifying information and then ended up calling me a couple days later. The representative's English was a little rough, but definitely better than my Mandarin. Overall, while the process was not as quick as I am used to, it went smoothly.
Feb 12, 2019, 12:14 pm
#1011
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: TPA
Programs: DL Diamond, HH Diamond, IHG Plat, Marriott Gold
Posts: 1,256
Just finished up my trip review for anyone interested.
https://samchui.com/2019/02/11/revie...usiness-class/
On to the next mistake fare!
Best,
Steven
https://samchui.com/2019/02/11/revie...usiness-class/
On to the next mistake fare!
Best,
Steven
Feb 12, 2019, 1:54 pm
#1012
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Upper Sternistan
Posts: 10,023
I took my flights back in October, accumulated ~33,000 pts on FWC. After much planning and consternation, I was able to use my points on round trip SJC-PDX award travel on AS. Economy outbound, first on return. Maybe not the optimal use of the points, but 1) I had to go there anyway, and 2) I'm just happy to be able to get a free flight in addition to the amazing J fare on the original trip.
To use FWC points on AS, you either need to call FFP in China (86-898) 950717 or email FPP [email protected]. The representatives at the US office (312 number) were unable to book award travel. I emailed FFP with the exact itinerary I wanted. They responded with a request for more identifying information and then ended up calling me a couple days later. The representative's English was a little rough, but definitely better than my Mandarin. Overall, while the process was not as quick as I am used to, it went smoothly.
To use FWC points on AS, you either need to call FFP in China (86-898) 950717 or email FPP [email protected]. The representatives at the US office (312 number) were unable to book award travel. I emailed FFP with the exact itinerary I wanted. They responded with a request for more identifying information and then ended up calling me a couple days later. The representative's English was a little rough, but definitely better than my Mandarin. Overall, while the process was not as quick as I am used to, it went smoothly.
Did you check for award availability first? What's the fare class on the tickets that were issued?
Edit: And welcome to FT! Thanks for the informative post.
Feb 12, 2019, 2:24 pm
#1014
Join Date: Feb 2019
Location: Bay Area
Programs: UA Gold, AS, Marriott Gold, IHG Gold, Hilton Gold
Posts: 37
Interesting. I didn't realize this would be that complicated, but I sure couldn't find a way to do it online. Too bad the Chicago reps can't handle it.
Did you check for award availability first? What's the fare class on the tickets that were issued?
Edit: And welcome to FT! Thanks for the informative post.
Did you check for award availability first? What's the fare class on the tickets that were issued?
Edit: And welcome to FT! Thanks for the informative post.
I did not check for award availability first. My dates were fixed, so I just took a shot at it. Fare classes are W and A.
Feb 12, 2019, 6:06 pm
#1015
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: FRA
Programs: UA 1K, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 147
Just finished up my trip review for anyone interested.
https://samchui.com/2019/02/11/revie...usiness-class/
On to the next mistake fare!
Best,
Steven
https://samchui.com/2019/02/11/revie...usiness-class/
On to the next mistake fare!
Best,
Steven
Then I showed her the pictures.
Feb 14, 2019, 12:07 pm
#1016
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: USA
Posts: 635
If the ticket is booked through Expedia, is it possible to cancel the ticket for with a penalty fee? My ticket says refundable with $250 fee (Tickets are refundable with a penalty fee of $250.00.), but when I clicked on details it says:
"Please note that the most restrictive set of rules below applies to your entire itinerary. We have not received information regarding the rules or restrictions for this flight. When you purchase your ticket, you agree to the following rules and restrictions. Please assume that the fare is non-refundable and any change or cancellation will result in full forfeiture of the value of the ticket with no refund or credit available."
"Please note that the most restrictive set of rules below applies to your entire itinerary. We have not received information regarding the rules or restrictions for this flight. When you purchase your ticket, you agree to the following rules and restrictions. Please assume that the fare is non-refundable and any change or cancellation will result in full forfeiture of the value of the ticket with no refund or credit available."
Feb 14, 2019, 12:32 pm
#1017
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Programs: Starwood Gold, Hilton Gold, Mariott Gold, AMEX Plat, US CP
Posts: 273
Flew both new config and old config. I would say hands down the window seat (closet to window) is far and away the best business class seat out there if you value space ( have not flown new qatar q suites) esp is someone with broad shoulders. More room than any other seat for both lounging and sleeping.
just my 2 cents.
just my 2 cents.
Feb 14, 2019, 12:40 pm
#1018
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Upper Sternistan
Posts: 10,023
Completed my trip about ten days ago now. Miles look right in my account. But my email came today from Fortune Wings, and it clearly was processed before my return flights. Double-checked the website - all still good.
So if you get an email with what looks like the wrong number of miles in your account, it's just old info from about two weeks ago.
So if you get an email with what looks like the wrong number of miles in your account, it's just old info from about two weeks ago.
Feb 14, 2019, 12:51 pm
#1019
Join Date: May 2018
Programs: Marriott Titanium, AA Plat Pro, Hyatt Explorist
Posts: 10
For those of you that had the 03:20 am flight out of BKK to HKG. Did you stay an extra night in a hotel or just hang around town? I will be coming from Kanchanaburi the evening before the flight and I'm trying to figure out what would be best for the family since we will have our 8 year old. I see there are many lounges available (Miracle transit hotel is $100+, and want to avoid if possible) was there one in particular that we can catch a nap in? I have PP and Amex plat. Lastly, how early were you able to check in at BKK? TIA
Last edited by Mommytok; Feb 14, 2019 at 1:55 pm
Feb 14, 2019, 1:52 pm
#1020
Join Date: Oct 2017
Programs: Delta PM, Hilton Silver, UA Plat
Posts: 261
For those of you that had the 03:20 am flight out of BKK to HKG. Did you stay an extra night in a hotel or just hang around town? I will be coming from Kanchanaburi the evening before the flight and I'm trying to figure out what would be best for the family since we will have our 8 year old. I see there are many lounges available (Miracle transit lounge is $100+, and want to avoid if possible) was there one in particular that we can catch a nap in? I have PP and Amex plat. Lastly, how early were you able to check in at BKK? TIA
