Questions for anyone in this 'Frequent Flyer Group'

Hello Group. My name is Laura I'm new to the group. Can anyone ansewer the questions below here? Legroom or lounges and where to get useful information on booking procedures and prices. Where do you get the best rate? How to receive an upgrade? What’s the best way to collect miles? I'm flying Star Alliance at all times, is that the best way to collect Miles? Which Airlines do you find to be the most acommadating to there passangers. Thanks Laura Gieger

Comparison of Oneworld Ruby Status

Aside the overview of the Star Silver Status on Star Alliance, I decided to make a similar overview of the three levels of oneworld status (Ruby / Sapphire / Emerald) I have started with the chart of the highest (=Emerald) and middle (=Sapphire) status. I have now finished the lowest status, which is Ruby, and not available in BA's Executive Club. Similar to the other status, I uploaded the chart on my webspace http://www.hotels-and-travel.de/ffp/oneworld/ow_ruby.htm I probably have overseen some facts and there might be some data not correct. Therefore any input is appreciated, esp. considering Malev and Royal Jordanian since there webpages are not very informative considering charts and information and esp. the RJ card comes only with a welcome letter and not further information like a booklet or similar things you usually get. Since I got some input concerning the JGC status of JAL I have changed the JAL section a little bit. It should become a work in progress and I try to update if there are anything wrong asap and also if there are any programm updates.

Maximizing Miles....

Being a true "road warrior" logging anywhere between 170k and 200k airmiles annually, I think I've investigated every avenue for getting those frequent flyer points (hotels, rental cars as well of course!). Always looking for more hints and tips but I find the best deals are to combine affinity credit cards with airlines and hotels....the numbers add up like crazy. My particular favorite is Delta Airlines Skymiles program, combine that with Hilton Hotels, an Hhonors Visa card and the fact that Hilton "double dips".....end result? Haven't paid for a vacation flight or hotel in the past 11 years! I'm headed for Dubai in three weeks, Bangkok in 6 and Phuket in 7....any ideas from the group on things to do in these cities?

Two business class flights to Abu Dhabi!

Online charity auction company Buy Once Give Twice are auctioning off two business class flights to Abu Dhabi to raise money for The Charities Trust. Up for auction are two return flights from London Heathrow or Manchester to Abu Dhabi, seated in business class. Sit back and enjoy all that goes into making a great flight - luxurious seating, extensive entertainment options, ambient mood lighting and signature cuisines. Business or pleasure, the luxury of the Pearl Business class will leave you relaxed and fully prepared for your destination. http://www.buyoncegivetwice.co.uk/lots/abu_dhabi_flight

Choosing Frequent Flyer Programs to Belong To

A very interesting blog post here from "View from the Wing" about choosing a mileage program to give you exactly what you want - e.g. round trip tickets to Australia. http://boardingarea.com/blogs/viewfromthewing/2008/02/05/choosing-frequent-flyer-programs-to-belong-to/

Is it worth flying business for the lounges alone?

What do you think? I fly a lot between the UK and Asia and sadly it's usually in coach with no lounge access (unless I'm with BA). Do you think it's worth paying extra for lounge amenities alone? I own my own business so have been reluctant to spend the extra money up until now.

BA vs. Virgin

Hi Everyone, I am flying back to London from Shanghai for Xmas and I have the choice of flying either BA or Virgin. Could someone please advise me which is the better airline? Many thanks, Marcus.

Enjoy a bigger world with oneworld

Dragonair has joined oneworld. Dragonair,partner airline of Cathay Pacific, will give oneworld passengers greatger access to destinations in Asia and China,and frequent flyers can earn and redeem mileage awards on all oneworld member airlines.To find out more,you can visit www.dragonair.com and www.oneworld.com

Frequent Flyer Program News Articles

An area for posting news articles related to FFP's.

Maximizing Miles

Great article on how to do well with Frequent Flyer Programs. http://www.frequentflier.com/ffp-max.htm "Earning miles is like anything else... you can just do it, or you can excel at it. If it's a priority, and you want to be sure you're doing everything possible to get the most value from your frequent flyer program participation, following is an action plan to help you do just that, from goals and objectives through strategies and tactics."