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    The Master SQ Guide (Krisflyer, Waitlists & Waitlists Clearing)

    Not sure if this is the right thread for the question but would appreciate advices. We flew from Munich to Bangkok on Thai beginning of June and credited miles to Krisflyer FF. However, they haven't been posted on the SIA account. Do I have to follow up with SIA or Thai and how do I do this.
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    Careful around DB (Deutsche Bahn)

    I made a claim on the DB website for the over 4 hour delayed train, no other costs involved, and received approx aud $51 refund. Would rather the trains were reliable but at least they are acknowledging the problem
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    Careful around DB (Deutsche Bahn)

    Yes, we've been using them in Denmark and Norway and so far haven't had the hassles.
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    Careful around DB (Deutsche Bahn)

    Yes, as others have noted and we've been told, it's a lack of investment in infrastructure over the past years. There is the opportunity to claim compensation if over certain time as with the ECU regulations. We also had last minute platform changes - if you can't read German download a good...
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    Careful around DB (Deutsche Bahn)

    We've used DB in the past and it's been a great way to travel. However, it currently doesn't seem to be working well. Had 1st class with seating booked from Leipzig to Hamburg, train goes via Berlin. Went well to Berlin and then informed by announcement, in Deutsch on the train, the Berlin to...
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    Article: Great Value Turkish Airlines Round-the-World Fares

    We travelled in J from Singapore to Madrid return with transits at Istanbul. Flight was good, food was excellent with plenty of flavour. The new Istanbul airport is vast and a stopover is probably the best way to go and Istanbul is a beautiful city.
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    Hello, I am a final year BSc student at The University of West London (UK) completing my final year dissertation on the Qantas Frequent Flyer program.

    Completed. I would be very interested in the results and particularly if they are presented to qantas.
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    House Swapping - any recommended sites or experience?

    Been thinking of this for a while and interested to hear how it works, or doesn't, for you. And, what is your criteria for rejection - in polite terms 😉
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    Why You Should NOT Book flights with Booking.com or GoToGate.com

    I once asked a small service provider whether it would be better to book directly with her (same state,) and she was adamant about preferring the booking to go through a third party. It gives both parties some recourse in the event of no show/cancellation/disagreement. I book directly with...
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    How do Hilton treat you as an Elite?

    Property: Parmelia Hilton Perth Booked. Standard Queen Received. Queen Delux semi suite, 10 floor Status. Gold Executive lounge access which was closed for breakfast but we were offered the full buffet breakfast in the restaurant at no extra cost. Excellent rate and stay. Warm welcome from...
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    Trieste, Padua and Vicenza and Ljubljana

    Ljubljana as you've probably read is a lovely city as is the rest of Slovenia. Recommend the old town to stay and also driving around Slovenia if possible. It can be done as a series of day trips if you hire a car. Can't remember the name of the hotel. Trieste is one of those places where...
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    Why I'm unlikely to ever "Cruise" (At least on a large ship)

    That's helpful, didn't occur to me, thank you. Any other tips other than the usual promulgations from travel sites.
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    Why I'm unlikely to ever "Cruise" (At least on a large ship)

    I'm one of the "never" until looking at Norway for next year. Hurtigren seem to do interesting little side cruises up the coast e.g Bergen to Trondheim. I get seasick easily and it's ocean so don't want to go for more than a few days. Plus the trains are good for the interior.
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    Scams like these

    Received a mobile call on Melbourne cup day with call back message telling me $1500 was about to be transferred in foreign currency and to call. Needless to say I didn't.
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    What's the most obscure airport you've visited?

    Not really obscure but different: Paro Intl in Bhutan (fun watching the mountains on the way past) MGW Morgantown in West Virginia, more challenging because of the aircraft we were in.
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    How do Hilton treat you as an Elite?

    Hilton Madrid Aeroporto October 2023, 2 nights Booked King guest, 190 euros +points Received King Relaxation Executive Corner room. Very happy with upgrade, very quiet and spacious room. Although hotel is accessed via a convoluted freeway system could see runways, four of. Could perhaps be used...
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