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# 1	Adding sector to existing booking Started Today by tuonopepper Last post 5:26 am by tuonopepper	British Airways \| Executive Club	6 replies	252 views
	Just want to confirm/correct my thinking... I'm booked MAN/LHR/YYZ/DFW on Monday in Club, BA issued tickets with the YYZ/DFW on AA metal. Return, on same ticket, is AUS/LHR/MAN. Originally I was doing a day in Dallas then driving to Austin, that day is now not required so I'll be going directly to Austin. I don't really fancy the drive afte... Read More
# 2	Non-Prepaid Rate Drop Before Stay Started Yesterday by MBS MillionMiler Last post 6:03 am by seawolf	Hilton \| Hilton Honors	25 replies	1.6k views
	I’m in China now, bouncing from city to city...I have a stay starting soon in Guangzhou, where the rates are inflated for Canton Fair. Long story short, booked months ago at the Hilton GZ Baiyun under a run-of-the mill AAA rate (not a prepaid rate), but because of the fair, the standard non-cancel penalty goes to 14 days. We’re now just ahead of... Read More
# 3	What to do about a business that takes AMEX, but employees can't accept it? Started Yesterday by codfather Last post 3:12 am by Lintrix	American Express \| Membership Rewards	28 replies	4.0k views
	I was at a fast-food restaurant recently that I know takes AMEX because I have used my card there in the past. Today, the cashier told me that he will get in trouble with his boss if he accepts it as a method of payment. My uncle had a similar experience at a local restaurant when he tried to pay with his corporate card, they told him we don't... Read More
# 4	Which plane has been allocated Started Today by Jimbojumbo Last post 5:54 am by windowontheAside	British Airways \| Executive Club	9 replies	974 views
	Good morning! I know there’s a thread somewhere to ask this question but I’ve searched and can’t find it. Would anyone know which plane is slated for BA0179 (LHR-JFK) on Friday 25th Oct please? I need to see if I have to download series 2 of Succession to my tablet to rewatch. Thanks! Read More
# 5	AA Executive Platinum Status: Functional Uses For Domestic US? Started Yesterday by jpsj Last post 4:51 am by joe_miami	American Airlines \| AAdvantage	30 replies	2.9k views
	I have been trying to understand how my emerald one world status is functionally helpful when flying AA domestically? I have an AA Club membership. I have been turned away at Quantas and BA clubs and the perks seem to come with being ExPlat. Any help or insight appreciated. Read More
# 6	Smartest way to book open leg Started Today by Vasco Pridat Last post 5:56 am by Globaliser	British Airways \| Executive Club	7 replies	566 views
	Maybe that's for the fare thread? Very specific though. As we are planning a cruise with parents, being 4 in total starting in Vancouver to Tokyo.. Brings the question on how to book this. I had always loved to try jal first.. But that won't be possible. Everything out of ba is probably way more expensive. Most effective I guess is to book on... Read More
# 7	Opinion: Get Rid Of Airpoints Started Yesterday by kiwifrequentflyer Last post 3:54 am by jerseytom	Air New Zealand \| Air Points	17 replies	1.6k views
	Article: https://i.stuff.co.nz/travel/news/116765608/is-it-time-to-scrap-frequent-flyer-programmes-like-airpoints-to-combat-the-climate-crisis Something I found pretty funny though is th... Read More
# 8	combining a Delta (or Virgin) itinerary with Lufthansa Started Yesterday by rrz518 Last post 4:48 am by thibderoc	Delta Air Lines \| SkyMiles	28 replies	1.7k views
	I'd like to know if it's possible - to fly Delta or Virgin to LHR, and then connect to a Lufthansa flight to MUC, and combine the itinerary somehow. Looking to avoid going through immigration, collecting bags, rechecking bags, etc. and treating the LHR connection as a connection? Thanks Read More
# 9	Where to see "filed" fares display? Started Today by clansey1973 Last post 2:34 am by skywardhunter	British Airways \| Executive Club	6 replies	598 views
	I'm looking for a site where I can see the fares BA have filed across The Atlantic in August 2020! BA's website only seems to be offering B Class fares currently, which are clearly far from the lowest fares the airline will sell. The itinerary I'm trying to get a price for is XXX BA X/LON BA MCO BA X/LON BA XXX. Any creative suggestions for point o... Read More
# 10	Is it bad to keep the keys? (A fun survey in souvenirs vs. waste) Started Yesterday by Friendly Traveling Deathmerchant Last post 5:57 am by teo1991	Hilton \| Hilton Honors	25 replies	2.8k views
	A lovely stay, so you check out, Irish-goodbye-style, by skipping the front desk and head to the car. Plastic key card in pocket (whether forgotten there, purloined, or just hedging bets on possibly needing to pop back later.) Is it bad form to take the keys? I’m sure they cost the hotel some small expense. I’m fairly sure they can be reprogramm... Read More
# 11	30 minute connection time at SFO??? Started Yesterday by gene2632 Last post 1:31 am by jsloan	United Airlines \| MileagePlus	18 replies	1.9k views
	I know there is a consolidated connections thread somewhere but I can't find it, search cant find it so...booked reward seats for 6 of us, 2 seniors, 2 adults and 2 kids--age 3 and 5 at time of travel from ANC to LAS. They were sending us via DEN with an hour and 10 minutes to connect, now they are trying to send us via SFO with 30 minutes to conn... Read More
# 12	Can I use a Hertz car for DMV driving test? Started Yesterday by g_ngan Last post 1:00 am by g_ngan	Hertz \| Gold Plus Rewards	10 replies	434 views
	Can i use Hertz car for behind wheel DMV test? Is additional insurance needed? Read More
# 13	Would you pay $673 more to sit in Polaris EWR-BOM RT over PP in my situation? Started Yesterday by azfanboy Last post 4:12 am by ani90	United Airlines \| MileagePlus	24 replies	7.1k views
	I am a 1K with 5 GPU's left for the year. I am travelling EWR - BOM on 11/26, coming back 12/3 and fare-locked a Polaris (P fare) for $3068. When I last checked there is a premium economy A fare for $2395 on that same flight. Also I need roughly $2200 (PQD) to get me to 1K for 2020. Is it worth $673 to forgo the stress of your upgrade clearin... Read More
# 14	Was there ever a time when MP Status was about loyalty? Started Yesterday by usedtobeimportant Last post 10:57 pm by SightseeMC	United Airlines \| MileagePlus	10 replies	1.1k views
	I think we are all bemoaning that MP is now about spend rather than loyalty. But with the exeption of MM status was there ever a time when yearly status was mainly about loyalty? Looking at my early flights when MP just came into existance and number of miles flown was fairly close to dollars paid. So in that regard, even back then it was abo... Read More
# 15	AA729 LHR-PHL diverted to DUB lavatory chemical spill 21 Oct 2019 Started Yesterday by JDiver Last post 8:22 pm by Lomapaseo	American Airlines \| AAdvantage	17 replies	2k views
	[B]American Airlines London flight diverted after 'chemical spillage' [/B] Apparently, spilled cleaning solution in the galley of AA729 LHR-PHL sickened two flight attendants and the flight diverted to DUB. The FAs were taken to hospital for evaluation. BBC [URL="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-50128483"]https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-50128483[/URL... Read More
# 16	Johannesburg Early Check In Started Yesterday by GaxxyFlyer Last post 5:11 am by signol	British Airways \| Executive Club	12 replies	1k views
	Flying out of Johannesburg back to London tomorrow on the 7:20pm. Seeing as comair operate out if there, is check in available from early afternoon so I can go chill in the lounge for a few hours? Flying first so I understand I can use the slow lounge currently. Read More
# 17	Short 1200 MQDs for Diamond - should I go for it? Started Yesterday by entel Last post 6:02 am by CPMaverick	Delta Air Lines \| SkyMiles	8 replies	534 views
	So I will end up about 1200 MQDs short for 2020 DM status. I have an upcoming trip to PVG, which I can upgrade to D1 for $1352 which will get me to DM. I can pay outright or use 135,200 miles. I anticipate next year I will make GM or PM, since my travel will be less than this year. Let me know your thoughts: 1. Should I go for DM or stick w... Read More
# 18	LHR to LAX Econ out, business return - advice for a newbie Started Yesterday by RobBal Last post 3:34 am by BrianDromey	British Airways \| Executive Club	14 replies	2.3k views
	Hi all! First post, so I hope I'm doing this correctly! I'm planning a big trip (we are not frequent long haul travellers) from Heathrow to LAX in May or June 2021 for a big birthday I have coming up. I currently have 102,000 Avios and a BA premium card, which I will trigger a 2 for 1 on in the next couple of months. I expect to have around 130,... Read More
# 19	Etihad 1st AUH-JFK is it worth it? Started Yesterday by Insaniak Last post 1:21 am by EYrevanchist	Etihad Airways \| Etihad Guest	10 replies	501 views
	Well basically it’s going to cost me 136k points for a one way and I’m wonder if it’s worth it. I’ve been first class Emirates before. Is there better use for these points or is the experience for auh longue and first class non stop 14h flight worth the points value? Just looking for some opinions. 136k points is a lot! Read More
# 20	Searching for multiple stops (segment run) Started Yesterday by pecck Last post 7:30 pm by fumje	United Airlines \| MileagePlus	14 replies	1.2k views
	I need another 12 segments this year in addition to my regular business flights (which I can't alter) to maintain 1K. Does anyone know of a way to search for flights that have multiple stops/layovers? I'd like to knock the 12 segments out in 3 round trip flights each having earned 2 segments each way, or more if possible. Using United or Google... Read More
# 21	648 MPH for E175! Started Yesterday by jeet Last post 4:30 am by 757FO	Delta Air Lines \| SkyMiles	10 replies	1.9k views
	At SEA this morning and probably had too much time to kill in the A SC. Just for kicks opened flight tracker and saw this inbound into SEA (from Calgary), this is probably breaking all speed records and verified from wikipedia... 648 mph for an E175 is just wow! Looks like a detour but checked the radar as well.. nothing significant in the area.... Read More
# 22	How does JFK's American Airlines Flagship Lounge compare with CX's in HKG? Started Today by Barkinpark Last post 2:09 am by sxc	Cathay Pacific \| Marco Polo Club	3 replies	483 views
	I will fly from JFK on CX to HKG soon in J. How does AA's Flagship Lounge stack up to CX's HKG lounges? I just wonder how much time I should spend there before my flight. Is the hot food any good? I don't drink and so don't care too much about the wine list. Thanks. Read More
# 23	Cash fare Avios discount Started Yesterday by Hoppo966 Last post 10:53 pm by UKtravelbear	British Airways \| Executive Club	4 replies	571 views
	Hi all, Sorry if this has been asked before, I’ve had a look at a few of the wiki’s and wasn’t sure of the answer. After successfully booking my ex eu to SYD for beginning of feb next year I’m looking at booking the positioning flights, question is would a booking with part cash part Avios count as a Eligible flights towards silver status? I’d b... Read More
# 24	Flight Change - Overnight Layover counts as Stopover? Started Yesterday by dieswaytoofast Last post 9:30 am by Often1	British Airways \| Executive Club	12 replies	1.3k views
	I'm currently booked on a WAW -> LHR -> JFK leg on the 30th of October. I'd like to switch it to • WAW -> LHR on the 27th (arrives at LHR at 2:30pm) • LHR -> JFK on the 28th (leaves LHR at 9:50am) I thought that since the connection time in LHR is less than 24 hours, APD doesn't apply, but per the agent, this isn't the case. He said... Read More
# 25	Short 38 EQD For EXP - Any Mercy Started Yesterday by mosfet Last post 5:57 am by fotographer	American Airlines \| AAdvantage	4 replies	492 views
	BA Strikes leaves me 38 EQD short of qualifying for EXP. Is there any anecdotal evidence for grace of this small amount? Read More