Mel's Miles

Mel's Miles

I'm sharing my travel experiences and teaching you the how-to's of free travel. Join me in living life one mile at a time!

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  • @haven3179
    @haven3179Күн бұрын

    Are we able to book 1 leg through Virgin and then wait to find another return option?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPointsКүн бұрын

    Absolutely! That's the beauty of booking one-way flights! :)

  • @malbena1
    @malbena12 күн бұрын

    Worst company ever

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints2 күн бұрын

    Even if you hate AA, their site can be useful for booking flights on partner airlines 😄

  • @fwoodbridge
    @fwoodbridge2 күн бұрын

    European airlines' aircraft are disappointingly lacking in individual air vents. Terrible.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints2 күн бұрын

    I am always so nervous when I look up and realize they aren't there 😅

  • @robertgonzales3936
    @robertgonzales39362 күн бұрын

    very nice AF is much better than Iberia by the way what happened with Iberia did you loose your money or got it back did did you file a claim with better business bureau

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints2 күн бұрын

    To appeal, I have to go through the Spanish appeals process, and so far, the online system is just not cooperating. I’m likely going to just give up, but lesson learned - I’ll never fly Iberia again 😭

  • @robertgonzales3936
    @robertgonzales39362 күн бұрын

    @@MelsMilesandPoints wow how much money did you lost ? do they offered you any voucher? or cash but report to BBB sometimes they help and on top of it that affect on their reputation

  • @kevinj8236
    @kevinj82363 күн бұрын

    We flew Qatar last year and enjoyed the flight and both lounges. Like you, we preferred the lounge with the spiral stairway, although the other was also nice. The food and service is definitely world class. We will fly with Qatar again in September and look forward to those lounge visits. We have a very long layover on our return flight and now we have seen all the options since we didn’t explore last year. Thank you for sharing.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints2 күн бұрын

    I’m happy to hear you get to experience it again! Have a great trip and enjoy the Qatar journey!

  • @lmckayphoto
    @lmckayphoto3 күн бұрын

    Overnight flights they seem to do an express service, giving you most dishes at the same time so you can go to sleep sooner. Daytime flight each course is served separately.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints2 күн бұрын

    That makes total sense! I just wish the whole meal service was timed to happen as soon as possible after takeoff.

  • @lmckayphoto
    @lmckayphoto2 күн бұрын

    @@MelsMilesandPointstotally could be sooner/faster.

  • @BrianH00D
    @BrianH00D4 күн бұрын

    I JUST booked our nonstop flights from Madrid to Boston, so hate to see this. Thanks for the advanced warning to go to the damn airport a day early if we end up having issues like this. I'd rather show up a day early than to be bumped to economy (though I have a feeling it won't do a thing to keep this from happening). One side note: There are only two days between now and August 2nd (our flight) that are close to sold out. There are still well over 10+ open seats on just about every flight between now and then. I feel like there's a low chance to be oversold.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints4 күн бұрын

    Hopefully it won’t happen to you 🤞🏼Madrid is amazing so I’m sure you’ll have a wonderful trip! Good luck!!

  • @rstocker67
    @rstocker674 күн бұрын

    Great video! I have subscribed to your channel. This doesn’t work anymore. At least not for me. Did they fix the loophole?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints3 күн бұрын

    Glad to have you here! Which part isn’t working? If you’re talking about the calendar, I heard that has recently been acting up and you should instead enter the last available date on the calendar. This should bring up the monthly calendar view as before! :)

  • @mithemsalh4295
    @mithemsalh42954 күн бұрын

    Nice tour and good video thank you for all these information I hope I will visit this lounge

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints3 күн бұрын

    My pleasure! I hope you get a chance to visit! 😀

  • @ambergood2699
    @ambergood26995 күн бұрын

    Hi! Thanks for the video! How many carry on luggage’s were you allowed? And did they weigh your carry on luggage?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints3 күн бұрын

    I was allowed 1 personal item and 2 carry-on bags. They didn’t weigh my bags, but I think it does happen occasionally, though less often in Business than in Economy!

  • @travelingem623
    @travelingem6235 күн бұрын

    Excellent review, I cannot wait to experience Q Suites on my upcoming trip to the Maldives 🙌🏽

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints3 күн бұрын

    I’m excited for you! Enjoy the flight and the Maldives!! 😄

  • @richardswarbrick3857
    @richardswarbrick38576 күн бұрын

    One of the more refined reviews I have seen. Well done.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints6 күн бұрын

    Thank you! ♥️

  • @tomdonohoe9876
    @tomdonohoe98767 күн бұрын

    The taxes and fees are now mostly over $1,000. Do you know why???

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints6 күн бұрын

    It can vary by route and which site you use to book. For JFK to Doha, I am seeing taxes and fees in the $300 range. On what routes and sites are you seeing that price?

  • @bearwoody
    @bearwoody7 күн бұрын

    Beautiful lounge, but I was a bit surprised by the menu. I was there just once, pre-Covid, and the cuisine was a bit more haute back then. It even seemed to just miss a 1-Michelin Star quality. From this review, the kitchen has suffered a drop in altitude (just based on sight, of course). Still, the lounge as a whole is a tasteful feast for the eyes.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    Very interesting about just missing 1-Michelin Star! They are definitely not that level now, but compared to most buffet-only lounges and compared to United's in-flight food service, the Polaris restaurant is pretty solid :)

  • @MarthaMaitchoukow
    @MarthaMaitchoukow7 күн бұрын

    the BEST!!!! Planning a trip to Portugal for April 2025, I have watched hundreds of videos on how to get the cheapest flight - retired teascher- and use my miles; well, Mel is the best!!!! I clearly understood how to do it, I have a long way to go but if I keep watching her videos, Im sure I will be able to get my flight even for free! Thanks Mel!!!!

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    Aww thanks so much for this! I'm so glad you're finding my videos helpful! ♥️

  • @bridget873
    @bridget8737 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much for the comprehensive and easy to understand video. I just booked Japan Airlines this morning after watching your video!

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    It makes me so happy to hear that it helped you!! Congratulations and have a great trip! 😁

  • @Bigtflies321
    @Bigtflies3217 күн бұрын

    I am flying Lufthansa business in a couple weeks from Chicago to Munich. Do I get access to this lounge?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    Yes, since Lufthansa is part of the Star Alliance (like United), a transatlantic business class flight gets you in. Enjoy!

  • @Bigtflies321
    @Bigtflies3217 күн бұрын

    @@MelsMilesandPoints thank you. It is the new Allegris business class :)

  • @jandelnico1310
    @jandelnico13107 күн бұрын

    What an amazing experience! So happy for you!

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much!!♥️

  • @brianblamberg4413
    @brianblamberg44138 күн бұрын

    Great review. 😊

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    Thanks! 😊

  • @brianblamberg4413
    @brianblamberg44138 күн бұрын

    I love the A350-900, but not a fan of AF

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    Overall I like it, but why no individual air vents? 😭😭

  • @jazzino8131
    @jazzino81318 күн бұрын

    How it feels flying backwards?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    I honestly loved it! I couldn't tell I was going backwards, and I LOVED the view of the engine 😍

  • @jsbatra
    @jsbatra8 күн бұрын

    Clear is pretty much useless if you have PRecheck. The LAX delta Clear staff was just rude and on a power trip the last time I was at LAX

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints7 күн бұрын

    I agree! I often get selected randomly for a check and have to produce my ID anyway, so I really don't see the point.

  • @Shari-tt9qh
    @Shari-tt9qh8 күн бұрын

    No need to apologise for being joyful and excited. Not embarrassing AT ALL. Your enthusiasm is magnetic! So happy for you that you got to experience and share this with the rest of us, who may not be so lucky...

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints8 күн бұрын

    Aww thank you - I'm glad people didn't find it annoying haha! ♥️

  • @heythave
    @heythave8 күн бұрын

    Anything that you can lay flat on is good enough.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints8 күн бұрын

    I definitely agree, but the heat was tough for me 😅😅

  • @robertgonzales3936
    @robertgonzales39368 күн бұрын

    file a lawsuit because that's clearly stealing money and also report to better business bureau (BBB) sometimes they can help you to get your compensation you should give them hard time otherwise they wont give you anythign!

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints8 күн бұрын

    I think I would have to go through the appeals process in Spain which I'm not sure is worth it. It is frustrating because I feel like as long as they are not held accountable, they'll keep doing it, but the process for fighting it is not easy 😭

  • @gunvaldsandhaland7757
    @gunvaldsandhaland77579 күн бұрын

    I Like The Cuisine Aboard,A Beautiful Air Craft.Great Video And Info

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints9 күн бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @MADHIKER777
    @MADHIKER7779 күн бұрын

    No control of air vents is a deal killer. Sleep is the only reason to pay the premium!

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints9 күн бұрын

    I completely agree!

  • @carlo344
    @carlo3449 күн бұрын

    There are light years between Qsuite and for example Lufthansa (non allegris) business class

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints9 күн бұрын

    I agree completely. Let's hope Lufthansa and the other lackluster carriers learn something from Qatar's example 🤞🏻

  • @ukdavepianoman
    @ukdavepianoman10 күн бұрын

    Very enjoyable review. Q-suites is certainly a great product. I've flown it a couple of times and it was great. What's the snippet of music you use during the section headings?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints9 күн бұрын

    Glad you had a chance to experience it too! All of the music is from Epidemic Sound, but I'm not sure about the particular snippet because I'm traveling and don't have my computer with me. I could check once I'm back home, if you'd like?

  • @heeragroup1
    @heeragroup110 күн бұрын

    That was a neat video . well explained.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints9 күн бұрын

    Glad you liked it!😁

  • @ukdavepianoman
    @ukdavepianoman11 күн бұрын

    Great review. I suspect there was a problem with the a/c as almost all business class flights I've taken on European airlines the cabin temperature was fine. A hot, stuffy cabin overnight is very uncomfortable and not being able to sleep properly rather defeats the joy of having a flat bed. Apart from that, Air France looks a reasonable product and you certainly got a great deal.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints11 күн бұрын

    Yes, it definitely could have been a one time glitch. I hope so because you're right, that apart from that, it was a decent product!:)

  • @nubianpwr
    @nubianpwr12 күн бұрын

    Great review!!

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints11 күн бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @jsf259
    @jsf25912 күн бұрын

    Mel you are the best, great presentation, easy to understand and clear. Very helpful. Miles apart from other so call gurus in this subject. Truly

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints12 күн бұрын

    Thanks so much!! I'm so glad you're finding my videos helpful! 😁

  • @tityz7913
    @tityz791313 күн бұрын

    Do you happen to know how long you can stay if you have to buy lounge access?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints13 күн бұрын

    I don’t think there is a time limit. It’s a large lounge, and I can’t imagine they could enforce a limit. I’m not 100% sure, but I’m fairly confident you can stay as long as you need to 😊

  • @tityz7913
    @tityz791312 күн бұрын

    @@MelsMilesandPoints Thank you. I found Ord-Bkk. 95k for Biz and 55k for PE. I just like the less points option lol. It’s 7 hr layover so I think I will need lounge access at some point.

  • @33onw
    @33onw13 күн бұрын

    What an amazing and detailed video. I am new to the "travel with miles" game and have really enjoyed your videos. Quick question...Did you fly QSuite to and from Chicago? If not, why did you do this on your return flight? You just got a new subscriber:)

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints13 күн бұрын

    I’m glad you’re here! Welcome!! With award flights, I always book one way because it makes it easier to find availability and it increases flexibility. I flew Ethiad (was supposed to be the Apartments but was upgraded to the Residence) on the way over and then toured Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Doha before flying home on QSuites. Both flights were incredible, and by splitting up the trip, I got to experience both 😅

  • @flyororoblox9537
    @flyororoblox953713 күн бұрын

    You forgot the private room in the lounge ( on right when entering )

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints13 күн бұрын

    I must have missed that unfortunately!

  • @flyororoblox9537
    @flyororoblox953713 күн бұрын

    @@MelsMilesandPoints Next time haha, ask to the staff at the entrance to check quickly they might accept if it's empty, they were very friendly las time. But I do agree, one of the best lounge ( star alliance / any French airport )

  • @user-ec6gc9nr3b
    @user-ec6gc9nr3b13 күн бұрын

    Great evaluation

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints13 күн бұрын

    Thank you!!:)

  • @charlie90027
    @charlie9002713 күн бұрын

    European airlines have warm cabins and often don't have individual air vents.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints13 күн бұрын

    I’m flying KLM next week, so I hope they’ll be the exception 🤞🏼

  • @bagelsquare
    @bagelsquare14 күн бұрын

    What a deal with Bilt. Wish we had more A350 routes out of ORD.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints14 күн бұрын

    Me too!!

  • @sandahildebrand2444
    @sandahildebrand244414 күн бұрын

    Great video! I’m so surprised about the temperature issue- but the safety video was hilarious!

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints14 күн бұрын

    It was soooo hot!! 🥵😂

  • @morselsthecat
    @morselsthecat14 күн бұрын

    great video as usual!!

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints14 күн бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed!😄

  • @nubianpwr
    @nubianpwr14 күн бұрын

    Hi Mel - as usual, the videography, narration, and attention to detail were exquisite😊 I have been to France, and can attest that the French know food preparation - and eat dinner late - by American standards😄 The fact that your meal (though delicious) did not match the menu, and the staff "appeared" unaware, is a miss imo. TY for this🙏🏾

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints14 күн бұрын

    Thanks so much! 😊 Honestly, I found it amusing when the flight attendant insisted that it was red berry cheesecake 😅😂 But the heat…. 😰

  • @nubianpwr
    @nubianpwr14 күн бұрын

    @@MelsMilesandPoints lol😄

  • @paraskevistasi7342
    @paraskevistasi734214 күн бұрын

    I have a question. I have booked an economy flight with Qatar Airways and I can go to the lounge for the extra cost of €120. Is the food, though, built in the price or do I have to pay extra?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints14 күн бұрын

    Yes, the food and alcohol are included in the price! 😄 If you have a long layover, it might be worth it, but the airport is really nice, so if the layover is reasonable, you might be better off just dining at a restaurant. Hope this helps!

  • @javiermunozfelipe2013
    @javiermunozfelipe201314 күн бұрын

    Both I and many of my friends fly frequently with Iberia, and I have never had problems making the check online, another thing is if you do it after the deadline. Iberia, compared to the American companies, is infinitely better. In your video you can see Note a little resentment. Next time fly with American, and you will notice the difference

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints14 күн бұрын

    I’m glad you and your friends had a better experience than I did 😊

  • @everlyjaneronquillo3594
    @everlyjaneronquillo359415 күн бұрын

    Do I have to transfer points right away after checking which flight to take?

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints14 күн бұрын

    You should because otherwise the availability might disappear. I usually call in and ask them to hold the flight while I transfer my points 😄

  • @brucehausmann3526
    @brucehausmann352615 күн бұрын

    I just discovered your channel and it very informative. I am planning a trip next year from LAX to LHR. Any advice on avoiding Jet Fuel Tax. I'm not clear on how it works. THANKS SO MUCH

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints15 күн бұрын

    You should be able to find flights to LHR without the fuel surcharges, but leaving LHR is tougher. Many people will take a short flight somewhere else and then fly home, so you could consider that option.

  • @brucehausmann3526
    @brucehausmann352615 күн бұрын

    Thanks so much, I'm thinking Dublin​@@MelsMilesandPoints

  • @willieho3056
    @willieho305616 күн бұрын

    If you want to enjoy Polaris lounge, go to the airport earlier, enjoy the foods and facilities, or even take a shower before your boarding call

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints16 күн бұрын

    I totally agree! :)

  • @willieho3056
    @willieho305616 күн бұрын

    O’Hare polaris lounge is getting old, need renovation

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints16 күн бұрын

    I have only been to 2 different Polaris lounges, but I think the Chicago one is still quite nice 😁

  • @willieho3056
    @willieho305616 күн бұрын

    The Polaris class foods is junk as compares with Asian airline, they don’t serve in a tray which is like economics class services

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints16 күн бұрын

    You're definitely right about that! The Middle East carriers are really good too.

  • @saurabhb1041
    @saurabhb104116 күн бұрын

    This is a review of not just Qsuites but Qatar’s overall commitment to the highest standard of service in the industry.

  • @MelsMilesandPoints
    @MelsMilesandPoints16 күн бұрын

    I agree! I was treated so well at all stages of the process! 🤩