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    Coffee vs Tea on Qantas

    On a recent MEL-SYD flight with Qantas, I requested a cup of black tea. The tea supplied had a distinct coffee smell, evidently from the jug having been previously used for coffee. A new tea was requested and supplied. Now I love a coffee, but there are times when I just want a cup of tea. This...
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    The Operational Upgrade Thread

    Hi, my partner and I have requested a points upgrade PE to Business on a Qantas flight from Hong Kong to Sydney in June. If successful, does anyone know the chances of us being seated together, noting that the upgrade request does not guarantee this will occur? Have not done this before, so...
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    Successful QF 'Bid Now Upgrades' data thread

    Our direct flight on QF codeshare Melb to Fiji was cancelled 27th April, so elected to fly via Sydney same day. Was offered Business upgrade one week prior, and was successful MEL-SYD for minumum $115 plus 3,000 points. Cabin was still half empty. Worth the small cost to experience Business...
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    Flights to Broome ex Melbourne

    Hi, Travelling with my partner from Melbourne to Broome around 12th August, followed by a flight to Darwin before returning home. The only direct flights from Melbourne (hate transfers!) appears to be Qantas QF1050 at 0700. My questions are whether the fares on this route are likely to change...
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    Fiji Airways vs Qantas fares

    Hi all, Comparing prices for Business class travel from Melbourne to Nadi next April, I am bemused at the apparent difference in prices quoted by each airline for what I would think are effectively the same seats, operated by Fiji Airways. Return flights on QF in business are $1,871, on Fiji...
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    Qantas Flight Change

    Hi Ansett, thanks for your advice, I was able to get moved to QF93 ex Melbourne, so very happy with the outcome. It seems they have taken QF95 off the Wed flight, perhaps not enough demand mid week. Very curious as to when Qantas will actually notify other passengers as to the schedule change...
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    Qantas Flight Change

    Hi, I had a booking with Qantas on QF 95 Melb to LAX on 10th June. Managed to get Premium Economy seats on points for my wife and I. Have now been advised that we will be flying to Sydney on QF 438, and then on QF17 Sydney to LA, thus making a much longer trip. Can anyone explain what has...
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    Qantas Red E Deal Flight Cancellation

    Hi all, Having perused past posts without finding a clear answer, I am in need of your assistance. My partner and her sister booked flights Melb - Cairns return for later this year on a Qantas Red E-deal. Due to changed family circumstances, they are now going to have to cancel the flights. I...
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    Advice please QF MEL to LAX and return

    Hi all, I have been reading these posts for years, and have learnt much from such a dedicated group of travellers, and have been able to use the good advice from Frequent flyer to get the best seats, etc. Can I please ask some advice. My son and his wife, together with their 18 month old son...
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