New [Plusgrade] upgrade system and SK ditches OT [2016-2022]
Dec 14, 2016, 3:34 pm
#496
Join Date: Mar 2014
Programs: *G
Posts: 461
But points upgrade is a better deal - 5000 points for earning 1250 extra base points (as gold/diamond) - at least it is a much better deal than buying base points for points.
And they actually had service on the flight (CPH - HAM) which I didn't expect.
They offered polar rolls but they also had the usual snacks/drinks trolley.
And they actually had service on the flight (CPH - HAM) which I didn't expect.
They offered polar rolls but they also had the usual snacks/drinks trolley.
nice ^ and welcome to FT!
Dec 14, 2016, 8:03 pm
#497
Join Date: Jul 2011
Programs: Hilton Gold, Hyatt Gold, Emerald Club Executive Elite, Global Entry
Posts: 33
Dec 15, 2016, 4:07 am
#498
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Seat 1L these days :)
Programs: AF Platinum/AY LUMO/SK EBG/baEC S/HYATT Globalist/MR LTP/A3 *G/HH Dia/IHG plat
Posts: 7,967
Dec 15, 2016, 3:05 pm
#499
Join Date: Dec 2016
Programs: Delta Gold, Eurobonus Diamond, Hilton Diamond, SPG Platinum, Marriott Platinum, Hyatt Gold
Posts: 46
I'll never complain about a long haul in business class, but it leaves me wondering if I wasted the points and a little disappointed since it means I don't think I'm even eligible for a complimentary upgrade on the return trip (if I understand the terms of those right). I was perfectly happy in Plus for the westbound direction. Oh well, I'll just have to bid again and then try for a gate/check-in upgrade in Chicago on the way back. Like I said, I can't really complain about a more comfortable 9 hour flight tomorrow.
Dec 15, 2016, 3:10 pm
#500
Join Date: Mar 2014
Programs: *G
Posts: 461
Of course the complimentary upgrade to business came through 22 hours before departure.
I'll never complain about a long haul in business class, but it leaves me wondering if I wasted the points and a little disappointed since it means I don't think I'm even eligible for a complimentary upgrade on the return trip (if I understand the terms of those right). I was perfectly happy in Plus for the westbound direction. Oh well, I'll just have to bid again and then try for a gate/check-in upgrade in Chicago on the way back. Like I said, I can't really complain about a more comfortable 9 hour flight tomorrow.
I'll never complain about a long haul in business class, but it leaves me wondering if I wasted the points and a little disappointed since it means I don't think I'm even eligible for a complimentary upgrade on the return trip (if I understand the terms of those right). I was perfectly happy in Plus for the westbound direction. Oh well, I'll just have to bid again and then try for a gate/check-in upgrade in Chicago on the way back. Like I said, I can't really complain about a more comfortable 9 hour flight tomorrow.
In that sense, you also got more from your courtesey upgrade that you would have gotten from go to plus, as the upgrade is valued at 25K points rather than 15K points. So I definetely hope you are still happy with that, but I tend to agree that it is frustrating that you are more likely to get the courtesey upgrades on the west bound flights especially to USA.
Dec 15, 2016, 4:30 pm
#501
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: AGH
Posts: 5,980
Anyway, a feee upgrade is a free upgrade. Didn't know that they would actually clear the PG upgrade and then the courtesy upgrade on top. Thought it was either or.
Dec 16, 2016, 6:47 am
#502
Join Date: May 2006
Location: DUS, FUK
Programs: TG ROP Gold, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 186
Mileage Credit for A3 M&B after Upgrade
Cann now confirm myself that mileage credit after upgrade worked with A3/M&B. Upgrade from PE to C for 400 Euros for MIA-CPH was credited as BC Z two days after flight.
Dec 17, 2016, 12:57 pm
#503
Join Date: Dec 2016
Programs: Delta Gold, Eurobonus Diamond, Hilton Diamond, SPG Platinum, Marriott Platinum, Hyatt Gold
Posts: 46
What would likely have happened (unless PLUS is full) is that you would've gotten your courtesey upgrade to PLUS had you not used plusgrade. It's only a one class upgrade.
In that sense, you also got more from your courtesey upgrade that you would have gotten from go to plus, as the upgrade is valued at 25K points rather than 15K points. So I definetely hope you are still happy with that, but I tend to agree that it is frustrating that you are more likely to get the courtesey upgrades on the west bound flights especially to USA.
In that sense, you also got more from your courtesey upgrade that you would have gotten from go to plus, as the upgrade is valued at 25K points rather than 15K points. So I definetely hope you are still happy with that, but I tend to agree that it is frustrating that you are more likely to get the courtesey upgrades on the west bound flights especially to USA.
Oh, I am certainly not unhappy! It was a great flight, and I had a very happy wife next to me enjoying all of it. Overall, to go from "cattle class" as she calls it to the front for a very cheap fare plus 10k points was a great value.
They announced that it was a totally full flight, but I counted 4-5 open seats in Business. Plus definitely looked full, and I assume coach was based on their announcements and how full the gate area was.
I have enough in the war chest that I hope I can bid successfully for at least an upgrade to Plus on the way back in early January.
Dec 17, 2016, 12:59 pm
#504
Join Date: Dec 2016
Programs: Delta Gold, Eurobonus Diamond, Hilton Diamond, SPG Platinum, Marriott Platinum, Hyatt Gold
Posts: 46
A bid upgrade doesn't disqualify a complimentary one. I ended up in business on a cheap fare and 10k in points. Not bad at all.
Dec 22, 2016, 4:17 pm
#506
Join Date: Jul 2011
Programs: Hilton Gold, Hyatt Gold, Emerald Club Executive Elite, Global Entry
Posts: 33
Dec 22, 2016, 5:29 pm
#507
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 1P
Posts: 34
Dec 29, 2016, 12:34 am
#508
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 234
The Plusgrade FAQ mentions this:
"Please note that when you are upgraded, you cannot earn points from any other frequent flyer programs even if another loyalty program membership number is assigned to your original reservation."
Source
Can any confirm that it's executed in practice and upgraded flights don't earn miles for example on Aegean?
"Please note that when you are upgraded, you cannot earn points from any other frequent flyer programs even if another loyalty program membership number is assigned to your original reservation."
Source
Can any confirm that it's executed in practice and upgraded flights don't earn miles for example on Aegean?
Dec 29, 2016, 1:51 am
#509
Join Date: Jun 2015
Programs: AY+, SK EB
Posts: 2,962
The Plusgrade FAQ mentions this:
"Please note that when you are upgraded, you cannot earn points from any other frequent flyer programs even if another loyalty program membership number is assigned to your original reservation."
Source
Can any confirm that it's executed in practice and upgraded flights don't earn miles for example on Aegean?
"Please note that when you are upgraded, you cannot earn points from any other frequent flyer programs even if another loyalty program membership number is assigned to your original reservation."
Source
Can any confirm that it's executed in practice and upgraded flights don't earn miles for example on Aegean?
If you read through this thread you'll find some who state that they earned according to the new booking class also on A3's MB.
Dec 29, 2016, 4:24 am
#510
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 1P
Posts: 34
The Plusgrade FAQ mentions this:
"Please note that when you are upgraded, you cannot earn points from any other frequent flyer programs even if another loyalty program membership number is assigned to your original reservation."
Source
Can any confirm that it's executed in practice and upgraded flights don't earn miles for example on Aegean?
"Please note that when you are upgraded, you cannot earn points from any other frequent flyer programs even if another loyalty program membership number is assigned to your original reservation."
Source
Can any confirm that it's executed in practice and upgraded flights don't earn miles for example on Aegean?