----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Given that my trip report had 17 previous installments, consider this a Spark Notes summary. Usually I know what to expect when it comes to airlines, but this trip threw me for a loop. Virgin Atlantic blew me away. For whatever reason I had the perception they wouldn't be especially good, given that they…
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Spectacular trip reports. Thanks so much.
Question: how hard is it to redeem
/get VA miles so u can fly USA to london?
@ Michael -- If redeeming for Virgin Atlantic I suggest accruing All Nippon Airways miles instead. They're partners with SPG and Membership Rewards, and convert at a 1:1 ratio. Not only are their redemption levels lower, but they don't impose fuel surcharges, which saves you hundreds of dollars. You can search space through virginatlantic.com. While it's not easy, it's not impossible either.
Fantastic job with the trip report, Ben -- I've thoroughly enjoyed reading every instalment!
Sounds like your experience on Qatar sums up a lot of what I have heard...a really good airline, but not as great as THEY like to think they are...
As for Doha, well, it is getting better each year, but it'll be a while before it can compare to Dubai in terms of social and cultural activities...
I was reading the Sunday NYT (Travel Section) in the IAH PC just now and noticed you mentioned in this article. Good stuff.