What should you do when you turn WP

[danih88]

I just turned WP this week and had been in the SG wildness for the previous two years and WP two years before that.

One of the first things I did as WP was to look at my allocated seats to my MEL/LON (via HKG) return flights on the old 747s. I could suddenly access the mysterious Row 40/41 seats which were previously unavailable to me.

This was good but then I remembered another perk and quickly gave Qantas a call and asked them if I could change both my Classic Award flights (6 Aug 2011 to LON and 5 Sept to MEL) to the A380 planes. As luck would have it, I got both flights changed to an economy A380 flight and got row 50 (as the other usual favourites were taken).

Unfortunately I could not upgrade to Premium economy at the time but I will call back later to see.

This all cost me 3,500 points which was well worth the cost.

I also had a look at the sudden larger availability of seats on my usual domestic flights but my usual preference is to rock up to the airport and grab an exit row.

Anyone else with ideas on what to do when you turn WP?

Regards
Daniel

 

[connieguy]

Hi Daniel,

Head for the F lounge, book a massage and then enjoy a sit down lunch (Salt and Pepper Squid is my choice) with a nice glass or 2 of red.

Greg

 

[JetLagged]

With humble acknowledgement of Greg's suggestion - Head for the F lounge, book a massage and then enjoy a sit down lunch with a pre-lunch Tattinger of two, then a nice glass or 2 of red - of co0urse, if choosing the delicious Salt and Pepper Squid subsitutte one of the whites on offer - to quote another thread on here, only a pheasant would order red with seafood!

 

[danih88]

With humble acknowledgement of Greg's suggestion - Head for the F lounge, book a massage and then enjoy a sit down lunch with a pre-lunch Tattinger of two, then a nice glass or 2 of red - of co0urse, if choosing the delicious Salt and Pepper Squid subsitutte one of the whites on offer - to quote another thread on here, only a pheasant would order red with seafood!

Just to confirm, the F lounge is the Qantas DOMESTIC business lounge? It sounds like the International one but I can only hope.

I used to go to the Melbourne Domestic business lounge a lot in late 2009 but I did not see too much of an upgrade compared to the regular lounge. Hopefully it has changed since.

Regards
Daniel

 

[Keith009]

Just to confirm, the F lounge is the Qantas DOMESTIC business lounge? It sounds like the International one but I can only hope.

They're referring to the international First Class lounges in MEL and SYD.

 

[Princess Fiona]

Just to confirm, the F lounge is the Qantas DOMESTIC business lounge? It sounds like the International one but I can only hope.

I used to go to the Melbourne Domestic business lounge a lot in late 2009 but I did not see too much of an upgrade compared to the regular lounge. Hopefully it has changed since.

Regards
Daniel

Nope it's the international lounge for WP, CL flying OW and those flying F. As mentioned the salt and pepper squid hits the spot especially with some Bollinger Cheese plate is also a little treat, welcome to the club !

 

[connieguy]

With humble acknowledgement of Greg's suggestion - Head for the F lounge, book a massage and then enjoy a sit down lunch with a pre-lunch Tattinger of two, then a nice glass or 2 of red - of co0urse, if choosing the delicious Salt and Pepper Squid subsitutte one of the whites on offer - to quote another thread on here, only a pheasant would order red with seafood!

Hey JetLagged,

With respect, I gave up the which wine with which meat bit a long time ago. I eat and drink what I like, even if some would call me a peasant! SO THERE!

To be open and frank, I do enjoy a glass of sparkling mineral water to start but the Melbourne International F Lounge's Salt and Pepper Squid is quite spicy and a nice South Australian Shiraz does work well. Don't kick it until you try it. With say a good piece of grilled SA Whiting or Tasmanian Smoked Salmon I would select a nice, crisp white, so I'm not entirely a peasant.

Princess Fiona, ditto on the Bollinger and Cheese plate while waiting for the flight to be called.

Greg

 

[Alanslegal]

It sounds like the International one but I can only hope.

Congrats on your requal. for WP, and also a welcome to AFF.

We are referring to the F Lounge as the international First class lounges at SYD and MEL.

To get your F lounge visits in order, book some cheap-e Jetstar flights that specifically depart from the SYD or MEL international terminal, check in at T-3hours, and enjoy. Not only do I enjoy the salt n pepper squid but also go for the crispy pork belly .... and do not miss out on the desserts. Warm Sticky Date Pudding w loads of caramel, plus a double scoop of vanilla ice cream on top

 

[MatF]

I'm sure I'll sound like a bogan, but I don't care .... the Chicken Shnitty at the MEL F Lounge is also quite good

 

[JetLagged]

With respect, I gave up the which wine with which meat bit a long time ago. I eat and drink what I like, even if some would call me a peasant! SO THERE!

Ahh Greg - I would never call anyone a peasant - given my ancient ancestry have not the right - mind you, my ancient Scots forebears did not see bed tumble productions as a bar to social advancement - as long as it wasn't with those hated southerners!



Unfortunately it is not easy to find pheasants here in OZ, though a good goose is even harder to find!



I too have found myself on occasion drinking wines which are not traditionally considered acceptabler with different foods - but what the heck - as a pheasant I drink what I like - though certainly get some serious glances of disapproval from the
Maître de in some French establishments, to which I look at them and simply say, Pardon, monsieur, englais!

 

[connieguy]

Ahh Greg - I would never call anyone a peasant - given my ancient ancestry have not the right - mind you, my ancient Scots forebears did not see bed tumble productions as a bar to social advancement - as long as it wasn't with those hated southerners!



Unfortunately it is not easy to find pheasants here in OZ, though a good goose is even harder to find!



Greg
I too have found myself on occasion drinking wines which are not traditionally considered acceptabler with different foods - but what the heck - as a pheasant I drink what I like - though certainly get some serious glances of disapproval from the
Maître de in some French establishments, to which I look at them and simply say, Pardon, monsieur, englais!

Well said mate!
Enjoy what you enjoy.
With moderation of course.

Greg

 

[MrJetset]

Nope it's the international lounge for WP, CL flying OW and those flying F. As mentioned the salt and pepper squid hits the spot especially with some Bollinger Cheese plate is also a little treat, welcome to the club !

Ditto. Salt and Pepper Squid as main with Bolly 2000. Nothing has ever been as satisfying... and necessary before a DeathStar flight!

 

[JohnK]

Does salt and pepper squid go with beer or lemon squash?

Best stick to the food suitable to peasants then.

 

[connieguy]

Does salt and pepper squid go with beer or lemon squash?

Best stick to the food suitable to peasants then.

Hey John,

I'm just a working guy / flying peasant whose butt sits and sleeps in airline seats way too much of my life. BTW Salt n Pepper Squid with a very cold beer sounds OK by me I'll be sure to try it and report back on my next visit to the Mel F lounge in about 4 weeks. Not really looking forward to 5 - 6 weeks on the road and a 16 stop RTW schedule. Some think flying is romantic and exciting but it is basically a somewhat more comfortable but very long and boring taxi ride. I sometime enjoy and look forward to the lounges, especially the Oz QF F lounges, more than the flights.

Cheers,
Greg

 

[connieguy]

Ditto. Salt and Pepper Squid as main with Bolly 2000. Nothing has ever been as satisfying... and necessary before a DeathStar flight!

Hey Jock,

Come on mate. They are not that bad or have I been lucky? Will soon do a Hnl/Syd JQ leg so it will be interesting to compare as against my Mel/Bkk/Mel experience.

I do like wearing the QF J Flying Roo pajamas when flying a night JQ sector. But hey some think I'm a bit strange being a flying peasant or pheasant as it may be and all. It will be interesting doing the QF Roo PJ bit on a night AA flight on my next RTW circuit. Gotta fly the flag. I'm sure the Yanks will understand that bit.

Greg

 

[maureeng]

Husband just turned Platinum this week as well.

I will be enjoying the international first lounge with him lol (i'm a mere silver)

 

[Princess Fiona]

Husband just turned Platinum this week as well.

I will be enjoying the international first lounge with him lol (i'm a mere silver)

Enjoy! Book a private meeting room the first time you visit, wear big sunnies and everyone will think you're a celeb ;p
Don't forget the salt and pepper squid !

 

[maureeng]

Enjoy! Book a private meeting room the first time you visit, wear big sunnies and everyone will think you're a celeb ;p
Don't forget the salt and pepper squid !

Definately have to try this salt & pepper squid . Will remember the big sunnies too :shock:. Wont be flying first though but.........one day lol. Hubby says the service on first can be a bit much sometimes. Jeez i'm willing to suffer lol

 

[KitKat]

No more Bollinger Rose at the MEL QF Flounge unfortunately - was there last night, currently in the PIER HKG. Sigh....
Anyway, enjoy the QF F lounges MEL/SYD
SP squid is still as good as ever

 

[Fantic125]

After my ADL-SIN-CKG-HKG-TPE-HKG-ADL trip next week I'll be 80 SC's away from WP, and still have until the end of July before my SC's are wiped, so I'm following this with interest!

Getting to WP is hard work when all your flights are discount economy!