One of the things that makes SkyPass so unique is that it allows you to book first class awards on China Eastern, China Southern, Korean Air, and Saudia. While oneworld and Star Alliance let you redeem miles for international first class throughout the alliance, SkyTeam doesn't. Instead, only SkyTeam carriers with specific reciprocal agreements let…
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@Lucky: How bad are the surcharges on award tickets booked with them? I see some excellent values on Europe to Asia over other Ultimate Reward transfers (i.e. United)
@Debit
Umm no there are no belly dancing in their lounges. Their lounges are normal as any lounge. Jeez..
@sva
Belly dancing is part of middle east culture. I wish cultures stayed true to their own roots and mixed up stuff. If there is no alcohol there should be belly dancing.
My flights from the US/Canada to Korea were a little over $100 for 1st class on korean, so pretty reasonable IMO.
This is a great tip Ben for a lot of Muslim travelers seeking to just use Ultimate Rewards and want to experience First Class travel on an airline they can be comfortable in. Also, its important to note SV routes to a lot of places , so transiting through JED to get to KUL, or SIN with a SkyTeam partners makes sense.
@Debit
It is part of our culture. From my knowledge its not being used alot so there you have it no belly dancing in their lounges. Although i still wish Saudia wasnt a dry airline.