Members only section (private viewing)?

[Buzzard]

Not a bad idea IMHO but I have learnt more "secrets" simply by going to the social events which I would encourage everybody to attend, if not always at least sometimes.

 

[Princess Fiona]

Not a bad idea IMHO but I have learnt more "secrets" simply by going to the social events which I would encourage everybody to attend, if not always at least sometimes.

Absolutely. The social events are a great opportunity to learn a few tricks of the trade but they are much, much more. Thanks to getting out from behind the keyboard (or iPhone in my case) I now have a big network of contacts across Australia (and even the globe) and my travel experiences are all the richer for it

 

[dalereardon]

Are there ever meets in Hobart?

We poor Tasmanians are always left out of the secrets!

Dale.

 

[samh004]

Are there ever meets in Hobart?

We poor Tasmanians are always left out of the secrets!

Dale.

There was a gathering at the end of last year for a whole weekend

As for meets, you're more than welcome to organise one yourself, as is any member, then you just have to hope other members participate.

 

[Doug_Westcott]

Dale,

You just missed a great weekend in Hobart for the AFF Annual Gathering www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/.../aff-gathering-7-hba-29-a-47524.html there is also a forum for meetings Meetings and Social Events and as Sam says you can also organise something for your locals.

 

[Buzzard]

Are there ever meets in Hobart?

We poor Tasmanians are always left out of the secrets!

Dale.

When I organised my first (and only...so far) I doubted that I would get 7 members. 14 members later I was unfortunately having to turn people away.

I am already thinking about my next 2 events.

Give it a go Dale, give it a go.

 

[dalereardon]

I think I joined AFF just after that forum post was made so missed out on it.

I upgraded to be a Gold member so hopefully we get an email notification of such an annual gathering?

Where is the one at the end of this yeargoing to be?

I have now subscribed to that forum and will keep an eye out on things.

Thanks.

 

[cove]

A couple of social gatherings with AFF profoundly changed our lives.
I was always very into frequent flyer points from the 1970s and lots of things change over the years.
2014 has started where I find I use my Australian Amex much less and my US Amex much more.
Reading lots has helped us travel for beer cost but in champagne style and while there are a number of secrets I do think sharing ideas is helpful both ways.
I don't think members only is really necessary and I have appreciated the generous AFF members who have improved our travelling style in Australia and overseas.

 

[dalereardon]

How did you get a US Amex? Would love one. Did you live there for some time period?

Dale.

 

[Doug_Westcott]

AFF8 Will be in Melbourne, there is currently Poll going as to the date on which it will be held (closes today I think)

 

[cove]

Yes we lived in the US for a year in 1984 so we both have Social Security cards emblazoned with "not valid for employment".

 

[amaroo]

I'm for the negative.

If you invest the time you can find the secrets in the posts:idea: I've been to one AFF dinner and one QF event where there were other AFF's attending.

I also think it's important that members give back to AFF community via TR's etc......it's not a one way street!

Invest the time - get the rewards!