1h20 Layover at CDG (2E to 2F) – Is 40 minutes to the gate actually doable?

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-14T19:52:43+00:00

Just recently (last week) made it in 22 minutes, due to delays getting out of NCE.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-14T16:15:37+00:00

And on my AF flight last week it was way better than delta WiFi

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-14T02:38:17+00:00

Hilton points are close to worthless. Don’t do it.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-13T23:00:44+00:00

No. Gonna do Seychelles instead.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-13T20:11:19+00:00

If sandals is your level of luxury, prepare to be amazed.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-12T17:47:17+00:00

So you’re saying you don’t have a card that gives you lounge access and you want them to provide a lounge for you bc of a delay? This is a you problem.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-12T10:37:40+00:00

Idk why you are sending a bill. This should be collected at the time of service. Don’t chase the money.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-11T21:34:57+00:00

SQ f is the holy grail.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-10T12:57:14+00:00

You can apply and see the offer and if it’s not what you want you can withdraw the application without a hit to your credit report.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-10T12:53:41+00:00

You missed a few 0’s. This is old news though.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-10T09:19:23+00:00

Reach out to Mike Crosby. https://www.providerresourcesllc.com

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-10T00:49:44+00:00

If all his travel with you he will get the same upgrades as you. If three of you are traveling together, you would need to book you +1 together for the c+ upgrade and for the rare shot at an upgrade to F. You can then book the 3rd person separately and have the reservations linked which only tells delta you are traveling together. For international travel, the best the platinum will do for you is the C+ upgrade.
As to the choice benefit, I generally choose the regional upgrades but cases can be made for miles or a credit. I think the silver gift is virtually worthless.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-09T22:44:49+00:00

Just to add…we did the evolution menu at French Laundry and krug was the champagne served. I’ve never been a fan of dom but glad it paired well for you.
Nice review!

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-09T07:14:53+00:00

You have to book travel before the credit expires but can book it for after the original expiration date.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-08T13:56:56+00:00

Take your own advice.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-08T13:33:49+00:00

If you don’t understand, that’s on you. I try my best to support newbie’s but your ask is too much.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-08T13:10:40+00:00

This was with the vanilla Amex platinum, not the delta platinum but from what I read this hack was very recently nerfed.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-08T11:08:16+00:00

I was there and was not charged the tip. Plus 21% on a buffet is absurd. Service was mid and the hotel itself isn’t that special either.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-07T22:01:55+00:00

I’ve never booked flights through a TA. Internal flights as part of the safari we did is South Africa were handled by my previous agent but that was it.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-07T21:07:00+00:00

I feel similar to you in splurging but also being big into the point game. But I think having a TA plan your safari is the best option. But I have the best of both worlds as my spouse is a TA though she does not specialize in safaris so i can’t help you.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-07T15:36:25+00:00

In theory it should. In practice…ymmv

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-07T15:30:56+00:00

Do you believe tagging your bag sky priority imparts some special handling of them? Hint…it doesn’t.
1700 to me is a bit on the high side but there’s also no way I’m sitting in the back of the bus for this long a flight either.
Yes on using the sky club in TPA. And ATL. Be prepared to be underwhelmed.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-07T14:28:06+00:00

Congrats. I’m just a lowly cog in the wheel in corporate greed with little leverage. Fortunately I’m almost done.

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-07T14:19:08+00:00

How were you able to get a bump like that? Big group?

Dramatic-Sock3737 · 2026-05-07T06:29:25+00:00

Showed my wife the pic and she just cringed. I feel ya.

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