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Add me to the list of people that attempted (and was finally successful) to part with a large sum of money for a phone this evening. “Attempted”, because both the Apple Store app on my current iPhone and the Apple Store website on my computer wouldn’t refresh to indicate that the pre-ordering...

Oh yes. I always use that perk, can’t believe I forgot about it. 150 minutes works out really well on the coastal repositioning cruises where phone reception is usually enjoyed on the upper (outer) decks or the landward side of the ship. Both sporadic phone service and the free wifi minutes...

That's an interesting point about the cruise lines potentially changing the rules of their loyalty programs as time goes on. It stands to reason that this will have to happen, based purely on the numbers. We've achieved mid-high status with Princess (Platinum) and Royal Caribbean (Diamond)...

...changed out of PJs seated in the old VA 777 J in Row 5, behind the curtain... definitely not a suite, and it was a bit of a mad dash :D Just a random anecdote.

It must be a pretty thankless job. I can't even imagine the bunch of boneheads immigration officers must have to deal with on the daily. Apart from the majority of them looking pretty apathetic about life in general, I think I would enjoy hearing their stories.

+1 for YVR. Arriving there from LAX (transit stop from SYD), I was questioned for a long while by the female immigration officer. I was all smiles, excited to arrive in Canada. The smile was quickly knocked off my face though when she gave me the distinct impression with her rigorous...

Can’t wait to experience it! :D

Oh wow. Sounds like he needed to lay off the upsized popcorn. Eek.

I haven't travelled overseas a great deal, and only once in Y. It was pleasant enough. SYD to HNL, QF A333 pre refit. It was to be the 767 and was swapped out for the Airbus as part of the retirement of the old Boeing fleet. I pre booked and paid for an exit row seat on the 767, and this was...

Haha! Wouldn't you love to know what was going through his head that morning? *mental checklist* - passport - wallet - camera - garbage bag full of popcorn "Yep, all set."

Wow there are some great sounding trips on the cards for a lot of members! :D In January, we are going to Singapore for a few nights (first time there for more than an airport stopover, very excited!), staying at Marina Bay Sands. Then flying to Bali to board a cruise back home to Sydney...

My post was in response to SYD's, as per the quote. Irrespective of that, I would enjoy knowing who at Qantas decided it was a great idea to not display a seat map on a booking.

Hmm. In which case it makes less sense that I can’t see a seat map when I view my reservation. I’ll give Qantas a call as soon as I have a spare moment, or hour as it may be.

Thanks, will do!

I've understood that I'm unable to select rows 1 or 2 on account of my no status. It does appear that there is one seat vacant in row 3. This has been cleared up for me, thanks for everyone's input.

No status with QF for either of us. Ok so, it makes sense that we can't allocate seating based on the lack of status with regard to the first two rows being blocked. However, I can't even see a seat map. Perhaps that's because all 12 seats would possibly appear blocked to me? My most recent...

Hi all, I did a quick search but was unable to find any information about this little issue. My business partner and I are reserved on a MEL to SYD flight on December 1st, both business reward seats with the same booking number. When we booked, the flight was aboard an A332 and we selected our...

The longest I've spent in an airport lounge was about 6-7 hours. I was transiting in LAX, having arrived from YVR and heading home to SYD. At that time, I was in the Virgin America (I think?) lounge. I don't know where the time went that day. Quite a few drinks and some time spent snacking and...

Argh. This is a severe pet peeve of mine also. It's as though certain people are just so full of their own self-importance that they believe those around them would want to be privy to the ins and outs of their life. What a great suggestion re notepad. If I actually carried one around, I would...

Plenty to choose from, Rydges is the pick for convenience factor. You literally walk across the road and arrive at the international terminal. There are a few others in the vicinity, closer to the domestic terminal end, but they may offer a shuttle service. Meriton Mascot can be quite affordable...