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In what ways is BA gold better than OWE?

April 21, 2025, 8:16 am
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What advantages does BA Gold have over other OW Emeralds if flying revenue business class on BA metal?

Does OWE still get free seat slection at booking?

Does OWE still get full use of First Wing at LHR T5?

Maybe different chances at op-ups?

Meal choice prioritization?

Miss out on access to the BA Gold Line, can't use Avios to upgrade, but what else is lost by being OWE vs BA Gold?
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Charged for lost of use of rental car - news article

April 21, 2025, 8:16 am
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https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/buyi...947d46c8&ei=13

This woman rented from Avis. She is a business owner and has rented a lot per the article so she is not a newbie.

She got into a collision and had declined CDW. Her insurance paid for the damage but not the $300 administrative fee or about $900 in loss of use and diminished value. See article for the exact breakdown of approx. $1200. Avis wouldn't budge. She paid it herself, figuring that she saved more in declining CDW over the years.

What to do to avoid this?
1. Consider it self insurance, that they might pay once in a while
2. Try to sue the other driver, particularly since the other insurance company paid for the damage (but the other insurance could say that these $1200 charges are not a covered benefit).
3. See if other car rental companies are better and, if so, boycott Avis.

I am open to do #1 for now but would like others' opinions. I have rented many times and never had a collision with a rental car.
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Baggage Transfer on Separate Tickets (Turkish Airlines + Aegean, IST Layover)

April 21, 2025, 8:23 am
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Hi everyone,



I’d appreciate any help or insight on this situation:



I’m flying from Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) to Istanbul (IST) with Turkish Airlines, arriving at 10:30 AM. Later that day, I have a separate ticket with Aegean Airlines from Istanbul to Athens (ATH), departing at 15:50.



Since these flights are on two different tickets, my concern is with my checked baggage. I know that Aegean’s check-in counter at IST opens only two hours before departure (around 13:50), so I would need to wait a long time to drop off my bag.



My question is:

Can Turkish Airlines check my baggage all the way to Athens when I check in at Moscow, even though the second leg is on a separate ticket with Aegean (but still Star Alliance)? Or will I have to collect my bag at IST and check it in again with Aegean?



Has anyone done something similar with Star Alliance carriers under separate tickets?



Thanks in advance!
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Bookings 1 day ahead on Web V App

April 21, 2025, 8:24 am
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Totally bizarre - my future bookings on the Web are showing as one day early on on my Chrome log in!

No time zone issues on my devices.

Relieved to just get a check in email for my next stay showing the same as I booked - and as shows on The App.

Weird
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singapore refusing delayed baggage claim

April 21, 2025, 8:42 am
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Has anyone here experienced issues with Singapore Airlines not addressing a delayed baggage claim, specifically when the final leg was FRA-JFK? I am not sure if I should pursue this within Europe or with DOT or both? I am not entirely sure what to do with EU authorities.
I recently encountered this issue regarding the delayed baggage, and their response was quite unusual. Their reply was to acknowledge my flight was ahead of schedule with "world class cabin crew" but dismissed my claim, suggesting I was trying to exploit the situation by purchasing incidental items after arriving at JFK and that they were not responsible. I found their reply not only bizarre but also rather disrespectful that they would shame a passenger and try to be a fortune teller/clairvoyant. The laws are pretty clear in this regard regarding delayed baggage that the last carrier is responsible and incidental items can be purchased.
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Citi sears thankyou points transfer to CX

April 21, 2025, 8:46 am
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Is it possible to transfer sears thankyou points to CX? I looked at the website only see thankyou points can be transfered to jetblue.
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JFK Terminal 4 International to Domestic

April 21, 2025, 9:00 am
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Looking for information on JFK terminal 4.
Arriving from Milan to JFK and connecting to LAX. All on Delta One, have TSA pre-check and Global Entry. No checked luggage. What is the shortest way to connect?
Are there shortcuts for Delta One customers?
Thank you
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Price Variability

April 21, 2025, 9:19 am
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I know this is not the best place to post my newbie question, but I could find no generic airline forum to make my post. Thanks for understanding
I was always told that airline prices fluctuate based on dynamic pricing. Is this still correct?
The reason that I ask is that last year, I booked 2 international flight (1 rt/1 muti-city). I began my price/airline search early ( 8/9 months out) to get a baseline price (checking each domestic carrier's website), and then set alerts in Google Flights for specific dates/destinations, not specifying carrier.
I also searched incognito every month or so (in the beginning, then more frequently as the dates got closer) looking for the best price (and used different devices)
My experience was that prices barely moved over the year (until really close to the departure date when they skyrocketed)
Why don't I see fares ever drop (okay, maybe a few dollars lower). I really don't even see prices increase much. Maybe this is because I buy premium economy' tickets?
Am I doing something wrong?
In October, I plan to find an Intentional/PE fare for an April date. Hoping some guidance will help me get the best fare
PS Although 2 of us travel, I always do my search on 1 traveler.
Thank you
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Qsuite or Regular Business seats - CDG>DOH A350-900 QR44

April 21, 2025, 9:34 am
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Hi there,

I’ll be flying from CDG to DOH on October 15th, flight QR44 operated by an Airbus A350-900.
Could you please confirm whether the business class cabin on this flight features the Qsuite or the standard business class seats?

Thanks so much in advance!
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United flight departing from E gates at Ohare

April 21, 2025, 10:01 am
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I have been tracking the departure information for a future flight. On several occasions, it has departed from the E gates. Am I correct in assuming that I request a drop off at terminal 1 to go through security and then make my way to the E gates? Thank you.
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Delta A330 Catches Fire in Orlando (DL1213)

April 21, 2025, 10:10 am
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Looks like a Delta flight had a fire in the starboard engine earlier today on startup in Orlando. Passengers had to deplane via slides though it doesn't seem like anyone was injured.

Flight was Delta 1213 between MCO and ATL, 282 pax and 12 crew onboard.

I reached out to Delta for comment and got this back: "We appreciate our customers' cooperation and apologize for the experience. Nothing is more important than safety and Delta teams will work to get our customers to their final destinations as soon as possible."

Full writeup is here on my site. This link is to a website in which I have a financial interest.
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Lhr-ber ba990 13:15

April 22, 2025, 7:02 am
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I’m back! After a long time.

10am - Pleased to be travelling with a friend and a colleague today - both kindly guested through TFW with a lovely check-in staff (it helped that 3 young men flirted with him 🤣🤣 )

one data point: Lhr-PVG (Shanghai) CW-F AUP was £725. Declined.

11:30am - Fast forward a few champagne bottles; very annoying that many toilets are out of order. It was quicker to go into the terminal to pee!




12:30 - Gate A20 meant I could wait until boarding began…it was a bit messy but I was relaxed after a few (bottles of) Henriot), I managed to put my bag above me and settle into 1A.

From A20 down the other end, 27L had a little holding but we left the gate early so it’s alright.

1330 on the runway headed to the skies. Nice view of the castle as we head right, right & right again in the direction of Deutschland. Bumpy, ja!




1340 seat belt signs off.



1348 food time. Giant prawn & salmon salad, or a veggie poke bowl. Took the meatier option, with a glass of Pannier bubbles.




1358 given I’m not eating so much these days, my meal is over & I hand my tray back in exchange for a top up 🥂. Less calories in drinks, right?



1405 the crew are good - taken a sip of my champers & they top it up already! I settle in to my new book: the YES book by Clive Rich.

1435 I don’t like the book. 56 pages in. Has anyone else read it, and should I carry on? Last few drops of champers empty into my glass.

1445 I’m still thirsty. Crew offer me “no judgement” champagne and open another bottle.

1445 10 mins to landing. This works well, as I have a drinks reception at 5pm uk time and feel sufficiently lubricated.

1458 touchdown! Sun is shining. Wish me luck with the clients 😇😅
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BA vs AA checkin

April 22, 2025, 7:09 am
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I'm ticked on an American AIrlines ticket flying from CVG to LHR. The flight is operated by British Airways
Do I check in / drop luggage at the AA desk, or does BA have a separate checkin in Cincinnati?
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Personalised discounts via email (April 2025)

April 22, 2025, 7:21 am
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First time I've seen an offer structured like this.

The T&Cs say it is tied to the email (sorry bargain hunters!), and only on reading the small print it seems limited to long haul and BA-operated only with limited dates.

Business Class Promotional Code - This promotional code: H1Z16******* is only available to REDACTED, is not transferable, and is only available on qualifying flights. A qualifying flight is defined as a new booking for round-trip flights from the UK between 00:00 BST 22 April 2025 and 23:59 BST 29 April 2025, for travel between 1 July 2025 and 31 March 2026 (inclusive), where the total flight spend is more than £300 per person. New booking must originate from the UK, with travel in Club World (business class) on British Airways marketed and operated flights only (“Qualifying Flight”).
Anyone else receive an offer like this? Funny, there was a discussion on personalised offers/loyalty a few weeks back.
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IT Issues

April 22, 2025, 7:52 am
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First flight on Alaska since December. Flown over 20K with United since Jan. To say there is a difference between UA's and AK's IT is an understatement. Four hours over 24 hours period trying to do online checking in before the last AS agent gave up and said try checking in at the airport.

Alaska has had plenty of time to get its IT act together. I've have decided to give up on Alaska and just use my lifetime 1K status with United going forward.
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Special Assistance and bulkhead seats

April 22, 2025, 7:57 am
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We initially booked economy seats for our upcoming trip. I requested special assistance and bulkhead seats.
A few months later we upgraded to economy delight.
Our seats have been allocated and we have been allocated the front row of economy.
My question is for future trips am I wasting my time upgrading seats when this happens?
Basically we have wasted £340.

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Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun REVIEW - MASTER THREAD

April 22, 2025, 7:58 am
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Didn't see a review thread for this property yet - this is an adults-only all inclusive under the Secrets brand, with their hyatt page here.

Any recent trips or experiences? I'll be heading there next month so can provide an initial report if not...

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PHL United Club closed for a few days

April 22, 2025, 8:05 am
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I don't know the exact dates but was told "this week'.

I received a phone call from a very nice UA rep from the PHL lounge, and she just wanted to tell me the lounge was closed this week so please plan accordingly. I have a UA flight tomorrow morning out of PHL and she mentioned she was calling names she recognizes (I am there very often and was a PHL based GS for a while too).

Anyway, not sure on the exact times or why but PHL lounge will be off-limits for a few more days at least.
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Mothers Day promo: Buy $300 Delta GC, get $20 Starbucks GV

April 22, 2025, 8:12 am
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Is it worth a 6.66% rebate?

seems like a no brained to me but I hate holding airline scrip. How easy is it to redeem GCs when purchasing tickets online?
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Two Seperate Tickets in Frankfurt: Lufthansa

April 22, 2025, 9:06 am
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Hi Everyone,
I am arriving in Frankfurt on Friday June 20th at 5:15 AM on Condor DE2039 seasonal service with US passport in Classic Economy. I have paid for priority luggage and my seat.
I have a separate Lufthansa ticket Classic Economy 8:55 AM flight on Lufthansa to Wroclaw LH9574 within the Schengen to Wroclaw usually boarding from low number B gates. If everything goes perfectly that leaves me 3.5 hours. I know that both Condor and Lufthansa use terminal 1.I did sign up for a Miles and More account. Also, It's the Friday of Corpus Christi Day weekend.
Questions:
What exactly will I go through as far as customs, immigration and baggage in which order when I arrive and then when I catch my next flight?
:Is it correct that for the Lufthansa 8:55 flight I must have checked my luggage one hour before by 7:55AM?
Is 2.5 hours to get off the Condor flight bus to the terminal collect luggage goes through immigration and customs and recheck luggage by 7:55 realistic? Any suggestions?
I know Star Alliance biometrics is available for Lufthansa as is booking a time with FRA SmartWay. Do they do the same thing by speeding up time at security?
Thanks for any suggestions!
Nervous in New England




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