The HfP chat thread – Monday 22nd February

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JohnT says:

22 Feb22 February 13:49

Virgin Red now have a daily Spin the Wheel – with a “chance” of winning some points. Their other competitions are not very exciting either.
Chris Heyes says:

22 Feb22 February 14:07

BREAKING NEWS: All Boeing 777s with same engine as that of the plane which caught fire after take-off from Denver to be temporarily banned from entering UK airspace.
- Yolo says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 14:22
  
  You forgot to end your comment with LOL
  - ChrisBCN says:
    
    22 Feb22 February 14:41
    
    LOL
  - Chris Heyes says:
    
    22 Feb22 February 15:17
    
    Yolo That’s because the rest are funny (glad you like them, to notice)
    But post above not funny (we fly to Denver Aug)
    - Lord Doncaster says:
      
      22 Feb22 February 17:46
      
      What is there in Denver?
      - Magic Mike says:
        
        22 Feb22 February 17:49
        
        bits of engine all over the place
      - John says:
        
        22 Feb22 February 18:49
        
        One of the best craft beer scenes in the US, for a start.
- mark2 says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 15:40
  
  Boeing have recommended that all are grounded.
meta says:

22 Feb22 February 14:27

Some Marriott Bonvoy rates are prepaid, but cancellable. I tend to avoid such properties now. Booking.com – yes, no points.

Have a look at FHR or Hotel Collection if you have Amex Plat/Gold, you will still get points on those rates.
- meta says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 14:27
  
  that was a reply to @Michael C on previous page.
  - Michael C says:
    
    22 Feb22 February 14:43
    
    Cheers, Meta!
Colin MacKinnon says:

22 Feb22 February 14:36

IHG sent me a letter saying they are increasing interest rates – so watch out if you miss a top-up when using it for the stuff people use it for!
Optimus Prime says:

22 Feb22 February 14:40

For those whose Ambassador membership is expiring soon: https://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/content/gb/en/ambassador/ambassador-membership-extension
- ChrisC says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 15:17
  
  That’s been standard for a long time but it’s nice to see it being promoted
  
  My AMB expires on 1st March. I’m going to apply for an extenion.
  
  I think I qualify for the 6 months as I’m now in my second year – but only thanks to the 2*3 months extensions so I’ll see what they say!
  - Optimus Prime says:
    
    22 Feb22 February 17:41
    
    Just realised mine was already extended – originally expired on 1 sept 2020, now it does on Monday. They’ve told me to f*ck off.
    - Ian C says:
      
      22 Feb22 February 19:38
      
      I called them.. was thoroughly gracious (ie smarmy) and they gave me a second extension!
- EwanG says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 15:27
  
  Pretty rubbish offering. ‘Once per lifetime’ – this sounds like it has been devised from the ALL/Accor school of loyalty, and probably better to keep for a time when an extra 2 months is going to be of more benefit.
- Craig says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 17:02
  
  I can’t see the point of renewing until you need it now unless you want Platinum? With the loss of the 10% rebate I’ll just sign up again a few weeks before my next trip.
meta says:

22 Feb22 February 15:05

Just got another 1000 miles gift from Aegan as did my other half. It seems everyone who signed up previously got it.
- Vit says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 16:27
  
  Ah you beat me to it!
- Genghis says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 20:29
  
  Thanks for heads up! Easy 2 x 1k.
Always_in_the_air says:

22 Feb22 February 15:28

I had a redemption flight (LHR-JNB) due to depart a couple of days ago, which I booked during the 50% avoid sale. Obviously the flight was cancelled. I asked to rebook it for October (the soonest I can go) which they said was fine, but as we went through the process the BA agent said I would have to pay the full avios price for the new flights (less of course what I had already paid) because my new dates were outside of the original sale dates!

I pointed out that it was then that cancelled the flight and that this wouldn’t apply to a cash booking made during a sale, but she wasn’t moving.

Is this correct? Should I not be able to rebook for a date of my choosing at no extra cost to myself?
- Paul says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 18:22
  
  Similar situation, but we were going in March. Have tried the online change option and is allowing me to book into next January as long (it seems by comparison of dates) as there is avios availability (December bit thin but other months ok). Have been right through to the confirm changes button and it hasn’t asked for more money of avios. Still waiting to confirm our house sitter, but hopeful….
  - Always_in_the_air says:
    
    22 Feb22 February 19:31
    
    Unfortunately manage my booking, does not allow me to change the flight and it’s asking me to call BA!
- Lady London says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 22:43
  
  Yes. It’s bollox. HUACA. Your choice of date no cost to you. no you do not need an avios seat to be available any seat same cabin that’s for sale they should ticket you into.
Anna says:

22 Feb22 February 15:41

BBC news:

***April 12th for hairdressers***
- meta says:
  
  22 Feb22 February 15:42
  
  Sky News – international travel not before 17 May. Hmm.
  - Anna says:
    
    22 Feb22 February 15:48
    
    But your hair will look great! I’ve just texted my “stylist” 🤣. Hopefully I won’t have to become a professional footballer now.
    - Lord Doncaster says:
      
      22 Feb22 February 17:46
      
      My hair will be like David Dickinson’s by then 😂
      - Anna says:
        
        22 Feb22 February 17:55
        
        But you won’t have the tan, unless it’s out of a bottle!
      - meta says:
        
        22 Feb22 February 18:31
        
        My partner and I have found out we are naturally gifted, so will be saving on haircuts moving forward. I feel for the profession as many will have to shut shop for good.
      - Lord Doncaster says:
        
        22 Feb22 February 18:46
        
        Indeed I won’t get much colour in my cheeks by having a daytrip to Cleethorpes 😂
  - Lady London says:
    
    22 Feb22 February 22:45
    
    Depends what you do in Cleethorpe 🙂