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Hi, Found a relevant thread but now closed. (SQ KF mileage earning), if flying SQ partners, putting in SQ KF # into booking, no earns on some fares V class economy tickets on NZ to Australia and Pacific Islands don't earn SQ miles. I flew NZ10 to HNL last year and incorrectly believed as a...

Hi all, I tried a few days ago to transfer Amex points to Marriott for a specific redemption. I kept receiving errors so resorted to the web chat. Web chat said they cannot help and that I need to call. The phone operator said points transfer will take 24-48 hours. Received a call back about...

Not sure if this belongs in the QF IT gripes thread (like most things) Booked some flights for 2pax in October next year. I am QF WP and these were booked as Classic Reward economy tickets. CBR - MCY on QF1766 (717) - No charge to select exit row - extra legroom seats MCY - MEL on QF919...

My parents are travelling today to visit me in CBR. They have a Jetstar MCY - SYD flight then connecting to CBR on QF. This wasn't what they originally booked but after a cancellation a few weeks ago, this is what they ended up with. To help them on their way I looked up the inbound journey of...

HI all. I believe I know the answer but I hope for some confirmation/tips for the future. Work has booked me Qantas flights (K fare class flexible economy). Does BA treat this as the lowest economy for earning? - Their calculator indicates so. My current strategy is if BA TP earn = QF SC earn...

Hi all, Thought I would share what I think is my favourite passport stamp. I know there are a lot out there that I have never seen but I'm confident that few are as beautiful as this. You are required to sign the bottom of the stamp acknowledging the pledge.

Reportedly the last day before Bonvoy switches to Dynamic Pricing for hotel redemptions. I personally don't think the 'enhancement' is going to be particularly bad but just in case, I just booked our 2023 holiday hotel in Langkawi for next year. It will be interesting to see what redemptions...

Partner and I planning to enjoy the end of my Marriott status and maximise points redemptions before the rewards system changes on 1st March. My partner has 166,000 pts and no status. I have 200,000ish points and elite status. She can only transfer 100k to me per calendar year leaving 66k...

Hi all. New to Marriott and first time at this hotel. Mrs. and I have a two night stay at W Brisbane coming up mid Jan. I'm Titanium elite and trying to decide between the a room package vs basic room rate. Package is $70 more a night and includes breakfast for two (daily) , 2 coughtails...

Hi all, I have spent a long time digesting the vast amounts of information on booking Oneworld award tickets. My partner and I are planning an RTW award trip for our honeymoon in early 2023. I believe I have a grasp on the rules and common challenges when booking but the biggest issue we are...

Hi all, I'm wondering if anyone knows if your Bonvoy status is recognised and if you earn Elite nights when you book through Qantas Hotels? I've read online that OTA bookings may not have status acknowledged nor eligible for earn. I have a lot of credit in Qantas Hotel vouchers (thanks covid)...

Hi, I have two Qantas club invitations that were planned to be gifted to family. They are no longer travelling and I'm hoping that they may find a new home here. Prefer to gift to someone who is traveling in a pair and can enjoy some pre-flight amenities together. I'm sorry that there isn't...

Hi all, I am flying SQ out of Melbourne to Singapore at the end of the month. I understand there are no international lounges operating, and that VA has temporarily removed the ability to visit lounges on arrival. Will I be able to access the Dom VA lounge in Melbourne after arriving from...

Hi all, Thought I'd share this. Completing a Red Planet survey it appears Qantas may be interested in introducing a mobile phone service. It indicates it will utilise the Optus network. Assuming 15 Qantas points per dollar (or around 1,000 pts per month) would you be interested? My work...

Interesting email this evening. Seems like those who were unsuccessful at the 100,000 health care flights have earnt a 50% discount for up to 3 companions.

Apologies if this has already been discussed but today arriving in MEL I saw that at the corner near gate 1 Qantas has obtained some retail space and setup a physical Qantas Rewards Store. Inside they have on display all the literal and figurative toasters than can be purchased with Qantas points.

If a thread has already started on this I'm sorry. I did have a good search Qantas Drought Relief | Qantas Qantas is flying a 747 from Sydney to Avalon for one day of the airshow. 150 seats for sale and the return flight a low-level flyby of the runway before landing in Avalon. Cost is $747...

Quickly sharing a stroke of luck I had a few days ago... 2 months ago I booked my mother (Bronze) a QF redemption BNE - TSV. Couldn't get the preferred flight time but got the next best. A week prior to the flight we received an email asking if she is willing to change flights (to the original...

Just spotted on Ozbargin.com [Federal/Australian Government] Velocity Frequent Flyer Status Match Promotion (Australian Government Email Address Required) Email a copy of your Qantas Frequent Flyer card from a Federal Government email address and receive a 12 month status match for Virgin...

Hi all, I've tried to hunt for a definitive answer but can not find a clear answer to my situation. Pax 1: AA revenue ticket connecting to a QF award ticket. Pax 2: AA revenue ticket connecting to a QF revenue ticket. AA flight numbers booked through AA for AA flights. QF flights numbers...