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    So is QFF points chasing worthwhile?

    Whilst there are probably better ways of accruing points nowadays Im basically a lazy accumulator but happy user of QFF points over the years. Last year wife and I enjoyed a RTW trip travelling Business taking in Alaska, NYC, India and Myanmar the whole way on variety of airlines. cost around...
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    tricky getting to vancouver!

    thanks vec..i check in 2 x a day on the Q site. should I also look on the ba site every day or do they use the same data for reward seats?
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    What are the chances ???? [of a reward seat]

    Yep..will have to try our luck closer to the day. cheers
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    What are the chances ???? [of a reward seat]

    thanks for the tip timster - Ill check out the best seats in PE then! cheers
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    What are the chances ???? [of a reward seat]

    thanks Tom..we are definitely trying for J - the whole trip was supposedly in business but just missed out on that one leg getting 2 J seats. still pretty good for 280 000 points
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    What are the chances ???? [of a reward seat]

    thanks BD ..so many other sites, links and forums to check out..lucky I have time on my side!
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    What are the chances ???? [of a reward seat]

    Greetings As a relative newbie I have been thrilled with the level of assistance provided at AFF in our quest for 'our trip of a lifetime' in J as detailed here - http://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/community/flight-search-assistance/tricky-getting-to-vancouver-56853-2.html#post968207...
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    New terminal opening soon in Mumbai

    Pleased to see this will be up and running when we have a long layover in mumbai in september Mumbai airport's new world-class terminal - Hindustan Times might save the cost of a hotel for the night depending on Lounge access;)
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    tricky getting to vancouver!

    Just off the phone to the very helpful Helen at Qantas bookings. She added my wife's trip to Yangon and back to ADL all in J for just the 3500 points and extra taxes. we will keep a look out for J availability for JFK>LHR and not bother with BCN. All in all very happy with the result...
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    tricky getting to vancouver!

    thanks Vec - that looks a good option that I will run by my wife when I get home. We have a friend in BCN who could give us a 10 hour taster trip maybe? How much would it cost if I made those changes on line -ie is it 3500 x 2 or 3500 x 4. (from JFK>LHR in PE on 25/9 to JFK>BCN>LHR on 24/9)...
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    tricky getting to vancouver!

    So this is what we ended up with that suits our needs pretty well. we will head up to sydney the day before because of early connection to Narita but that aside I was very happy with what they came up with. Ive probably made some rookie mistakes here but we are happy to be doing all the long...
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    tricky getting to vancouver!

    Well there you go..90 minutes later & with the help of Ben at Q bookings, we are all but locked in for our desired trip albeit with a few little delays and anomalies along the way. but with time on our hands and hopefully a relaxing time in J class (for all legs except JFK>LHR whcih is still...
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    tricky getting to vancouver!

    Many thanks VEC and others for this invaluable information. I will now give them a call and see what is possible. if it all comes off, I will PM you to sort out recompense.:D Here goes.....
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    tricky getting to vancouver!

    hi there I would be very grateful if someone was able to plot us a multi city trip based on the following. this is my ideal scenario but am happy to compromise. if u think its best just to ring through and pay the points please say so. I spent 4 hours last night playing with the various trip...
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    Chances of getting seats together in World Club on BA flights to/from LHR

    After several drop outs and cut offs, I got through to the Indian office where a nice lady agreed to send through my request to the UK office presumably. Still wotn know til a day before but at least I have done what I can without forking out for the exhorbitant 'seat selection' fees! Thanks...
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    Chances of getting seats together in World Club on BA flights to/from LHR

    thanks amaroo. I tried the Mumbai number tonight but kept dropping out so will see what the friendly BA staff in Oz can offer. No harm in asking. cheers
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    Chances of getting seats together in World Club on BA flights to/from LHR

    thanks Markis10..we will do our best to get in first either way.
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    Chances of getting seats together in World Club on BA flights to/from LHR

    My wife & I are excited for our first Business Class (rewards) multi-stop trip in April May 13. We have two legs Mumbai>LHR and LHR>JFK with BA. All other legs are with QF and CX we have been allocated good business class seats together but of course with our low status and reluctance to pay...
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    Avoiding rookie mistakes [booking awards]

    I fully agree..but if with a few reds under your belt, make sure you have a clear thinking, quick writing assistant next to you! we got through straight away at 11pm and 730 pm. Both times they were really pleasant and helpful and offered good alternatives. I like your itinerary champo - will...
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    Avoiding rookie mistakes [booking awards]

    thanks flapper. we too were in a position to book our itinerary based on availability and were flexible with dates & times but still managed to stay within our preferred travel dates. Friends had said you need to book 12 months out for any J class seats but is seems that is for the direct long...
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