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Feb 13, 2013, 11:11 pm
#61
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: New York, Atlanta, Amsterdam, KSAV
Programs: QR Gold, EK, Accor, SPG Gold, Hilton Gold VIP, Delta
Posts: 422
I'm still eyeing QR 
How is DOH? I'd have two options, either a 55 min or a 7 hr connection (BKK-DOH-AMM) inbound in C, outbound in F (amazing prices!!) Is it worth taking it easy in the Premium Terminal, with spa and dining, or just rush on to the tight connection? Or even getting out to town?
How is DOH? I'd have two options, either a 55 min or a 7 hr connection (BKK-DOH-AMM) inbound in C, outbound in F (amazing prices!!) Is it worth taking it easy in the Premium Terminal, with spa and dining, or just rush on to the tight connection? Or even getting out to town?
I would pick the 7 hour layover if time isnt an issue. When you get to the first class lounge go to the back and see about getting a sleep room. That way you can catch a nap if you desire, and they have a shower facility as well.
The lounge itself is nice, but a little small compared to the J side of the PT. Myself, I would utilize the sleep room and shower, eat, then venture over to the J side.
55 minute layover is doable in DOH, but you dont get the experience of the PT that you are already paying for.
Feb 13, 2013, 11:25 pm
#62
Join Date: May 2000
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Posts: 1,960
An hour is too short to even GO to the Premium Terminal, and my guess is you willbe bused right to your connection. The 7 hours is a little long for what it offers, but you will get some nice cuisine and a chance to shower up. Probably too short to venture into the city(Souk Waquif is 20 min by taxi, but 100 QAR for the visa, with a potentially long line).
So your call. If enjoying the PT is important, take the longer layover.
So your call. If enjoying the PT is important, take the longer layover.
Feb 17, 2013, 7:24 am
#63
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: LON SIN HKG
Programs: AA, SPG, Hh, Amex MR, Marriott, ICH, VA, CC, LH
Posts: 433
Newbie questions
Hi - new to this programme.
1. if I make a reward booking, what are the date revision / cancellation rights?
2. if I would like to make a booking for a friend ( third party ) within the last
5 days / 7 days, prior to departure, is that possible as an online booking or are there special rules?
3. If you book an itinerary where you have all business class but one ( of 4 ) legs is only in economy, is there some sort of waitlist which permits you to be bumped up to the equivalent class of the rest of your journey, where it would result in no difference to the miles tariff cost?
Thanks for any help
1. if I make a reward booking, what are the date revision / cancellation rights?
2. if I would like to make a booking for a friend ( third party ) within the last
5 days / 7 days, prior to departure, is that possible as an online booking or are there special rules?
3. If you book an itinerary where you have all business class but one ( of 4 ) legs is only in economy, is there some sort of waitlist which permits you to be bumped up to the equivalent class of the rest of your journey, where it would result in no difference to the miles tariff cost?
Thanks for any help
Last edited by Flying Bat; Feb 17, 2013 at 9:27 am Reason: further question
Feb 27, 2013, 8:58 am
#65
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: C1e, Berlin
Programs: AA, BA
Posts: 46
I checked that it requires 15k points from ABU (ABU DHABI) to DEL (DELHI) on Qmiles on milez biz, but I can't check the taxes and availability for after creating an account with Q-miles maybe since I do not have any miles with them.
Can somebody please check (or if you already happen to know), the amount of taxes to be paid?
And, is it possible to book a one-way award on Qatar using Qmiles, or does it have to be a return only?
Can somebody please check (or if you already happen to know), the amount of taxes to be paid?
And, is it possible to book a one-way award on Qatar using Qmiles, or does it have to be a return only?
Feb 27, 2013, 10:09 am
#66
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 154
Last June I flew Qatar MAN-DOH-BKK then BKK-DOH-MAN I forgot to hand over my card at BKK on the way home so had to claim the miles.
The claim got refused due to an 'Invalid Ticket Number' at the time I didn't feel it worth the hassle to get the miles/QPoints as I didn't think I would be using Qatar again in the near future, but I am emigrating to Australia later in the year and after looking at the timetables from the UK to Perth they are looking good and I am considering using Qatar as I enjoyed my experience on the flights last year and with them joining OneWorld next year all is good.
Is there anyway to claim those miles again now or am I too late? They would be handy to have if I went with Qatar. Also if I had received the miles/QPoints then I would have made Burgundy, if I had would the level have stayed for this year?
The claim got refused due to an 'Invalid Ticket Number' at the time I didn't feel it worth the hassle to get the miles/QPoints as I didn't think I would be using Qatar again in the near future, but I am emigrating to Australia later in the year and after looking at the timetables from the UK to Perth they are looking good and I am considering using Qatar as I enjoyed my experience on the flights last year and with them joining OneWorld next year all is good.
Is there anyway to claim those miles again now or am I too late? They would be handy to have if I went with Qatar. Also if I had received the miles/QPoints then I would have made Burgundy, if I had would the level have stayed for this year?
Feb 27, 2013, 10:49 am
#67
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: New York, Atlanta, Amsterdam, KSAV
Programs: QR Gold, EK, Accor, SPG Gold, Hilton Gold VIP, Delta
Posts: 422
No, too late.
from QR website:"If you have flown on Qatar Airways and want to claim for a flight that has not been credited to your account, you must complete the form below.
To complete the form, please ensure you have your ticket and boarding pass; that the claim is within 180 days of the flight date and that the claim is not prior to your enrolment into Privilege Club.
Please allow one month for your Qmiles to be credited to your account. Your update balance will be reflected on your next statement.
Note:
Qpoints are credited to the member's account in the corresponding calendar year when the flight transaction took place and not when the request is made."
from QR website:"If you have flown on Qatar Airways and want to claim for a flight that has not been credited to your account, you must complete the form below.
To complete the form, please ensure you have your ticket and boarding pass; that the claim is within 180 days of the flight date and that the claim is not prior to your enrolment into Privilege Club.
Please allow one month for your Qmiles to be credited to your account. Your update balance will be reflected on your next statement.
Note:
Qpoints are credited to the member's account in the corresponding calendar year when the flight transaction took place and not when the request is made."
Mar 10, 2013, 1:12 pm
#69
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: C1e, Berlin
Programs: AA, BA
Posts: 46
anybody to answer my previous question in this forum?
Repost:
I checked that it requires 15k points from ABU (ABU DHABI) to DEL (DELHI) on Qmiles on milez biz, but I can't check the taxes and availability for after creating an account with Q-miles maybe since I do not have any miles with them.
Can somebody please check (or if you already happen to know), the amount of taxes to be paid?
And, is it possible to book a one-way award on Qatar using Qmiles, or does it have to be a return only?
Repost:
I checked that it requires 15k points from ABU (ABU DHABI) to DEL (DELHI) on Qmiles on milez biz, but I can't check the taxes and availability for after creating an account with Q-miles maybe since I do not have any miles with them.
Can somebody please check (or if you already happen to know), the amount of taxes to be paid?
And, is it possible to book a one-way award on Qatar using Qmiles, or does it have to be a return only?
Mar 11, 2013, 4:24 am
#72
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: C1e, Berlin
Programs: AA, BA
Posts: 46
Mar 14, 2013, 8:59 am
#73
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: USA
Posts: 52
transferring points and booking
Am hoping to book a one way award ticket IAD - DOH - RGN for a year from now (March 2014) for two people in business class. This is the most direct method of getting to Yangon from DC, all other airlines have at least 2 stops and for a 20+ hour trip, the fewer stops the better I think but am open to any suggestions.
I have Starwood points and am hoping the OneWorld system kicks in in time to book that way rather than Starwood (which I hate to give up) but either way, I will need to transfer points as I have never flown Qatar before. Any advice on how the best way to handle this would be greatly appreciated. Do I book online, hold the award tickets and then transfer or will I need to call to get the booking done? Many thanks.
I have Starwood points and am hoping the OneWorld system kicks in in time to book that way rather than Starwood (which I hate to give up) but either way, I will need to transfer points as I have never flown Qatar before. Any advice on how the best way to handle this would be greatly appreciated. Do I book online, hold the award tickets and then transfer or will I need to call to get the booking done? Many thanks.
Mar 14, 2013, 10:38 am
#74
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: SE Asia
Posts: 1,274
Am hoping to book a one way award ticket IAD - DOH - RGN for a year from now (March 2014) for two people in business class. This is the most direct method of getting to Yangon from DC, all other airlines have at least 2 stops and for a 20+ hour trip, the fewer stops the better I think but am open to any suggestions.
I have Starwood points and am hoping the OneWorld system kicks in in time to book that way rather than Starwood (which I hate to give up) but either way, I will need to transfer points as I have never flown Qatar before. Any advice on how the best way to handle this would be greatly appreciated. Do I book online, hold the award tickets and then transfer or will I need to call to get the booking done? Many thanks.
I have Starwood points and am hoping the OneWorld system kicks in in time to book that way rather than Starwood (which I hate to give up) but either way, I will need to transfer points as I have never flown Qatar before. Any advice on how the best way to handle this would be greatly appreciated. Do I book online, hold the award tickets and then transfer or will I need to call to get the booking done? Many thanks.
Additionally, keep in mind that the points stated on the website may not be enough as you may have to pay double points as the 'saver' seats my not be available. Expect about $800 USD in fuel charges per ticket.
As QR move into OW is not expected until late this year to next year don't think you week be able to book your award ticket that route.
Mar 16, 2013, 9:09 pm
#75
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Canada
Posts: 44
Hello,
I'm trying to wrap my head around this Qmiles program as i will be making many trips YUL-BAH this year.
I dont quite understand the economy to business/first upgrade process. Coming from AC*E we use Eupgrade credits to go from one class to another.
Obviously after making Silver/Gold with Qatar how is this done?
Thanks
I'm trying to wrap my head around this Qmiles program as i will be making many trips YUL-BAH this year.
I dont quite understand the economy to business/first upgrade process. Coming from AC*E we use Eupgrade credits to go from one class to another.
Obviously after making Silver/Gold with Qatar how is this done?
Thanks