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    The Mythical LATAM Priority Line

    Hey Everyone, I recently status matched to LATAM from Qantas Platinum (giving me LATAM Black status) and then proceeded to book a one-way from MEL to POA (via SCL, GRU) for myself and my partner. There was no issue selecting seats for myself for free but I noticed that LATAM was charging to...
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    Qantas Accused of Intimidating Engineers

    AFR is reporting on a story of LA based Qantas engineers alleging intimidation by Qantas that they may lose their jobs if they unionize. In response to such allegations a spokesperson for the airline disagreed with such characterizations claiming that its Australian workforce is predominantly...
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    Thoughts on Rimowa Luggage?

    Having had two suitcases break on me now in the course of travel, I am tempted to purchase a higher quality suitcase than the usual $100 specials I find at Strand and elsewhere. Upon watching this segment from the Travel Detective (linked below), the two bags they seem to recommend are the...
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    Qantas Damaged Bag

    Flew QF9 back on January 9th to Perth with one bag checked in. When I arrived at Perth I was greeted with this: Immediately went to the baggage desk to file a claim and was given a piece of paper I then had to use to claim damaged baggage from the Qantas website. I've since lodged the claim...
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    ACCC Rule on Retailer Warranty

    Hello, It is my understanding that Australian consumer law obligates retailers to service items they sell even if the product is not made by them. In other words they cannot tell you to simply go to the manufacturer to deal with the problem. Last week the screen protector on my iPhone purchased...
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    List of Accor Australia Properties with a Gym/Peloton

    I would not call myself a health nut, but I do appreciate having a good workout, especially when I'm travelling and have been out of my normal routine of cycling to work everyday. You could imagine my surprise when I visited the Gym at the Sofitel Melbourne only to discover they have swanky...
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    Qantas Flight Attendant Wore Palestinian Flag Pin on Their Uniform

    Just thought I’d provide yet another exhibit of why this policy is merely a suggestion and not a rule. Namely passengers are allowed to take photos on planes when employees violate company policies which was the case for this Melbourne to Hobart flight where the flight attendant wore political...
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    Qantas Extends Olive Branch to Hobart Flyer

    I was browsing the QFF app today and noticed that there is now a section which highlights all of the benefits, one of which now includes a free wine tasting session at the Museum on Art in Hobart (also available for Gold and Silver members along with Platinum One). There are also some discounts...
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    Man Removed off JQ Flight After Vaping, Exposing Himself, Taking the Piss

    I was checking my Apple News+ feed earlier today and came across a story of a man flying from the Gold Coast to Melbourne on JetStar who decided it was fine to vape on board, and when confronted by cabin crew about the issue attempted to use the lavatory and ended up exposing himself and...
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    Best Seat on 737?

    Having flown quite a few flights with Qantas on their 737 product, one thing I've always wondered is which seat is the best when seated in coach and business class. My inclination is to suggest that bulkhead row seats are the best in both cabins (i.e. row 1 business and 4 in coach) given the...
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    Excellent J Award Availability to Europe

    I'm planning on visiting Europe next year and thought I'd have a look at QF to see what J awards would be available. To my surprise (and delight) I discovered that from February through June just about every other day I can get business classic awards on Qantas. To give you a concrete example...
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    Accor Properties in North America

    Does anyone have a fresh pair of loafers for me to eat? Looks like I will be staying at an Accor property in North America (despite my insistence that Accor properties don't exist in North America): For those curious there was an AmEx Canada targeted offer on my Platinum card where I'd get $50...
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    Benefits of QFF Platinum Flying Qantas Canada (WestJet)?

    I've got an award booked through Delta Airways on WestJet (WS) from Moncton (YQM) to Victoria (YYJ) next year. The award cost 12,500 points + ~$40 CAD in taxes and fees (not bad when fares are north of $600 AUD during when I want to travel). As a Delta Gold Medallion (until Feb 1, 2024) I was...
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    Dealing with Excessive Wine Stockpiles

    Just thought I’d start this thread as I am getting into the practice of buying expensive wine for cheap flights on Qantas Wine. Consequently between this and my stays at various Accor properties I am starting to build up a stockpile. One far larger than a bachelor or couple could consume...
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    Qantas Lounge Pet Peeves

    As I don't see a thread started about this, I thought I'd create one. The purpose of this thread is primarily to document the ongoing issues noticed at Qantas lounges both domestically and internationally. I'll begin this thread with my report: Airport: Brisbane Domestic Airport Lounge: Qantas...
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    Pre-flight Acknowledgement

    When using mobile check-in on the QF app I see the following screen: Given COVID is over (at least as far as the State and Commonwealth government is concerned), one wonders what the purpose of this acknowledgement is for? I note that the conditions of carriage is the second thing you "agree"...
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    Interview with Author of Alan Joyce Book

    As some have noted on the forum, a biography about former Qantas CEO Alan Joyce was recently released, called Alan Joyce and Qantas: The Trials and Transformation of an Australian Icon. Whilst I have not read the book (and have no intentions of doing so), I came across this article on Australian...
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    Qantas Cops Least Reliable Airline for October

    Well, October’s BITRE report on domestic on time performance is out and Qantas took top spot (for delays and cancellations that is) for least reliable Australian airline, beating even their luxury arm, JétStar in the process: Qantas now the 'least reliable' domestic airline in Australia What...
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    Qantas Escalation on Approved Compensation?

    Last month I was flying from Frankfurt, Germany to Sydney (via Helsinki and Singapore). The final segment in the flight (QF82 from SIN to SYD) was delayed by 14 hours. Consequently I had to book a hotel and catch a Grab to the hotel. I submitted an EU261 request to Qantas with a copy of receipts...
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    BNE Rex Ground Staff Caught in Cook Out

    Slow news day for Rex it seems, but it is widely being reported that 2 Rex ground staff at BNE airport set up an electric BBQ airside and enjoyed some burgers and sausages during their break: I won't comment on the set up other than to say friends don't let friends use a hot plate to warm up...
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