[When might there be a] DOUBLE STATUS CREDITS 2018 [?]

[sumthinfornuthin]

Does anyone have any suggestions when Qantas might run another double Status credit promotion in 2018 ??

 

[straitman]

Does anyone have any suggestions when Qantas might run another double Status credit promotion in 2018 ??

They seem to be more and more random these days.

 

[Mattg]

The last two were around March IIRC, so I would expect one to appear around then. Then again, you need expect the unexpected with Qantas!

 

[blackcat20]

The "annual open to everyone offer" is usually around Feb or March, but we had a slightly more targetted offer in September this year.

 

[Sdtravel]

Some but not everyone. Still didnt get a 50% promo and im sure by the time i get it it will be to late to use it.
Fingers crossed for another DSC early next year.

 

[blackcat20]

Some but not everyone. Still didnt get a 50% promo and im sure by the time i get it it will be to late to use it.
Fingers crossed for another DSC early next year.

The one early in the year really was for everyone; sign up was open to all via the Qantas home page.

 

[Sdtravel]

There was a 50% points but the 50% status credits have been targeted from what i recall. Obviously the DSC was open to everyone.

 

[juddles]

The last two were around March IIRC, so I would expect one to appear around then. Then again, you need expect the unexpected with Qantas!

I bought a ticket in Sept and I think that was a general DSC offer? Could be wrong

 

[blackcat20]

I bought a ticket in Sept and I think that was a general DSC offer? Could be wrong

September was targetted; the points offer at the same time was a general offer.

 

[juddles]

September was targetted; the points offer at the same time was a general offer.

Understood. But then it makes the QF targetting algorithm very hard to fathom At that point I was a few SC short of retaining P1, but still with 4 mths to go.....

 

[Pleb Status]

The next big QF promotion should be the 5 points/$ spent on gift vouchers promotion which normally starts around 01 December...

 

[eminere]

The next big QF promotion should be the 5 points/$ spent on gift vouchers promotion which normally starts around 01 December...

A couple of years ago QF was doubly generous with a 10 points per dollar spent. Looking forward to seeing what they have in store this year.

 

[muppet]

Can someone please change the subject of this forum - it's misleading. Maybe preface it with "speculation on ... " then this thread's title can be used when there's actually something for people to note.

 

[UP4014]

And don't forget they have the Boxing Day specials (I think).

 

[RichardMEL]

OMG that subject HAS to change!!!

My take on ANY offer, let alone bonus SC's...

do NOT expect them then you won't be disappointed!! Just because QF did it last year and the year before does NOT mean they will do it next year, or that it will be around the same time.

Same with the Christmas vouchers offer (which used to be 10points/$ !) .... they probably will do it, but don't take it as a given.

Sure we all like to take advantage of these things, but I do not think one should base all travel or spend decisions around when these things may or may not show up. That way you can be happily surprised or at least not very disappointed.

Remember folks these offers are made for the benefit of QF.. not for ours (unless we find the best ways to make use of them, which many of us do )

My 2 cents.

mods.. please change the subject to more like "When might there be another DSC promo in 2018?"

the all caps can give people the very wrong idea IMHO

 

[Bibendum]

Got a double status offer this week domestic flights only.

I'm QF silver and have until the end of the week to plan out as much travel as i can for the first 6 months of the year.. Interesting I was searching flights to Mackay last week on both QF & VA sites.. which may have prompted the QF email..

Booked PER - SYD - BNE - MKY return for a nice earner..

Question for everyone through...?

If book flights for February / March now and have to move dates & maybe destinations around will the 50% more offer still apply.. ( I understand there may be fee's involved)

 

[RichardMEL]

Got a double status offer this week domestic flights only.

I'm QF silver and have until the end of the week to plan out as much travel as i can for the first 6 months of the year.. Interesting I was searching flights to Mackay last week on both QF & VA sites.. which may have prompted the QF email..

Booked PER - SYD - BNE - MKY return for a nice earner..

Question for everyone through...?

If book flights for February / March now and have to move dates & maybe destinations around will the 50% more offer still apply.. ( I understand there may be fee's involved)

(probably not the right thread for this, but I'll respond anyway)

Is it Double (DSC) or +50%? not that the amount is terribly important, but you've said both. I'm going to guess +50% which is the usual targeted offer these days.

Anyway usually the conditions are going to be something like travel date related (eg: travel between X and Y). If you change dates and they fall still in the validity window then that should be fine. If you move outside it, all bets are off.

If you change destinations or routing that could absolutely result in a ticket reissue, which will generate a new PNR, which will invalidate the offer (iunless you do it within the next week or whenever your offer runs out).. so you really want to book it and be more or less certain on destination. Dates are easier as that is a revalidation, rather than a reissue.

good luck.

 

[Bibendum]

(probably not the right thread for this, but I'll respond anyway)

Is it Double (DSC) or +50%? not that the amount is terribly important, but you've said both. I'm going to guess +50% which is the usual targeted offer these days.

Anyway usually the conditions are going to be something like travel date related (eg: travel between X and Y). If you change dates and they fall still in the validity window then that should be fine. If you move outside it, all bets are off.

If you change destinations or routing that could absolutely result in a ticket reissue, which will generate a new PNR, which will invalidate the offer (iunless you do it within the next week or whenever your offer runs out).. so you really want to book it and be more or less certain on destination. Dates are easier as that is a revalidation, rather than a reissue.

good luck.

Sorry yes is a +50% offer

 

[Strategic Aviation]

Interesting I was searching flights to Mackay last week on both QF & VA sites.. which may have prompted the QF email..

Highly unlikely, though technically possible via HTTP referer.

 

[docjames]

Just received the following

Dear docjames,

To help you soar towards more benefits faster, we're offering you 50% bonus Status Credits* when you fly on any eligible flight^ with a QF flight number.

It's not just a one-off opportunity to boost your Status Credits, either. Simply register, remember to include your Qantas Frequent Flyer number when you book, and you'll earn the 50% bonus Status Credits on:

All new bookings made between 12 January 2018 and 19 January 2018

For travel between 12 January 2018 and 12 April 2018

And the T+Cs for * and ^

* Status Credits are earned in accordance with the Qantas Frequent Flyer Terms and Conditions. The offer is only valid for the recipient of this email when they register and make a new eligible booking and travel within the promotional period stated in this email. This bonus offer applies to travel taken by the recipient of this email only (regardless of other passengers in the same booking) and is not transferable. Each passenger must register separately to be eligible for the offer. Bonus Status Credits may take up to 6 weeks after completion of travel to be credited to your Qantas Frequent Flyer account. Flights can be booked via qantas.com a travel agent or Contact Centres. Fees may apply. Your Qantas Frequent Flyer membership number must be recorded at the time of registration and booking to earn bonus Status Credits. This bonus offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer by Qantas. This offer will be applied to each individual qualifying segment of your itinerary. If you qualify for multiple bonus offers, the offer first registered for will be applied to each individual qualifying segment. Full or part travel of an itinerary is eligible only if you book and travel within the promotional dates as listed above. If you change or cancel your initial qualifying booking this bonus offer will not apply.

^ An eligible flight for the purpose of this promotion means any flight with a QF flight number on the ticket where Status Credits are normally earned. Qantas Points and Status Credits are earned in accordance with the Qantas Frequent Flyer program terms and conditions. Please also see the Airline Earning Tables. Qantas Points and Status Credits may not be earned on some fare types and booking classes including Classic Flight Rewards and Qantas codeshare flights operated by Jetstar, Jetstar Asia, and Jetstar Japan other than in Economy booking classes Y, B, H, K, and L (when booked as part of a oneworld® fare). Qantas Segments booked in X, U, Z or P classes are eligible to earn Qantas Points and Status Credits only when booked as part of a Qantas and Jetstar Points Plus Pay - Flight booking.