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    How to best search for classic reward flights?

    Hi all, I am looking at booking a last minute return classic flight reward to SE Asia (probably Singapore) for my partner and i. Is there a better to find out what availability there is other than searching every day separately on Qantas? I am ideally looking for EK404 SIN-MEL or EK432 SIN-BNE...
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    New Russian e visas.

    Ah, well I believe the visa will be the way to go. I hope you have a great trip.
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    New Russian e visas.

    Any chance you will be entering on a cruise? I did that visa free on a cruise out of Helsinki.
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    JQ begins selling MEL-BQB (Busselton WA)

    I remember being surveyed about this around a year ago. Glad to see it come through. I would definitely consider a trip there.
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    Would you fly... Ukraine International Airlines?

    I flew them in 2014 and wouldn't hesitate to fly them again. They reminded me of Easyjet.
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    Which European city for Christmas?

    One thing to consider is that Orthodox Christmas is early January in Russia. The cities are very quiet as many go away because of the Orthodox holidays. I made that mistake when I visited Moscow in 2015. The hotel ran out of beer on my third day, no laundry services and a skeleton staff. Your...
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    Loyalty programs - worse than cigarettes or crack cocaine.

    Reading this made me wonder. Normally when we think of buying a flight we imagine that the primary thing we are buying is the transportation to a destination and the service on board. This as @juddles points out is inconsistent at best and a huge debating point on AFF. In flight service is...
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    What's your company travel policy?

    DOM: BFOD +/-1 hour in Discount Y I don't fly international for work anymore but when I did I was discount Y again but I had free reign on airlines and flight times.
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    Travel planning, RTW stopover suggestions

    Another vote for Lisbon. Great architecture, a bit of warmth, great day trips (Sintra, Quinta la reguleira) and some stunning food. Loved Jeronimos Monastery and Pastel de Nata next door.
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    JAL domestic bookings via JAL website - how far in advance can you book?

    Are any of the discount ticket options for foreigners available yet? Discount Air Tickets for Japan
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    Dubai: seeking hotel recommendation

    I just had a look on Google maps and I think you will struggle from the Marriott to walk to the nearest station. You would have to cross some major roads in the heat. Each to their own. Perhaps worth reaching out to the hotel and asking if they offer a shuttle service to major sights or of there...
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    Dubai: seeking hotel recommendation

    Yes more than spacious enough for me. I haven't experienced the Marriott Executive Apartments but if it ticks your boxes and has decent reviews then that may kill two birds with one stone for you.
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    Dubai: seeking hotel recommendation

    I used to visit Dubai a few times a year for work and like you would inevitably arrive with a pile of laundry. I almost always stayed at the Flora Creek Deluxe Hotel Apartments in Port Saeed. Pros: washing machine and self catering facilities if you so choose, close to the airport, five minute...
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    East Germany options

    I enjoyed my time in Dresden immensely. If you are outdoorsy, the Malerweg is well worth exploring for a day or two. I walked stage 2 from Wehlen to Hohnstein and it was easily accessible on public transport. My partner has a passion for Boleslawiec pottery so next trip we will head into...
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    Qantas major delays at LAX

    They did, a colleague was caught up in it and they flew her back on NZ via AKL. She is delighted and couldn't fault QF.
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    What type of shop/store would you like to see at the airport that isn't usually there now

    Having just used Melbourne T3, I would like to suggest the radical option of dining facilities post security other than a Krispy Kreme and the single cafe that is running on a skeleton crew...
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    Menu roulette

    On my first trip overseas I had an overnight in Seoul courtesy of Asiana. Luckily enough for me, a good friend was also there visiting South Korea and Japan. We went to a local restaurant and pointed at the menu. The dish comes out, chicken and vegetables. My friend is about to tuck in when the...
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    Transit through DPS

    I have done something similar and my understanding is that you will need to stay overnight in DPS. The last flight to KUL on MH usually departs at 1920 hours and QF43 doesn't arrive until after 2100. Given this, you will need to go through immigration and I would recommend staying at the...
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    Travel to 2020 Tokyo Olympics

    They were a nightmare to deal with for London 2012 too. I was a part of a group who were sourcing tickets and they were just a nightmare. I can't remember details but I do remember tearing my hair out. One thing I do remember, and it may not be applicable to all here, but under EU law if you...
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    Qantas FF announcement 20 June - "biggest overhaul" in program history

    That's Interesting, where did you see this? I am curious about some other routes.
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