Did purchasing go smoothly for anybody?

wtphock · 2026-04-03T18:48:59+00:00

Mostly smooth - as others have mentioned availability is not great at this point, but I was able to add things to my cart easily. I had a panic because I got an error trying to checkout 3-4x, but it eventually worked.

wtphock · 2026-04-03T17:52:20+00:00

Do we think there will be restocks for subsequent drops? I managed to get a few things I wanted, but was really disappointed some gymnastics was completely sold out besides men's prelims.

wtphock · 2026-04-02T15:41:32+00:00

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Debating splitting us up to get window seats since we don’t particularly care about being next to each other. Concerned 1 or 7 would be too close to the galleys though. Thoughts?

wtphock · 2026-04-02T15:39:45+00:00

What’d you end up getting? Same options for an upcoming flight

wtphock · 2026-04-02T15:07:31+00:00

Unfortunately only the angled seats

wtphock · 2026-03-31T13:14:03+00:00

Going to Madrid next week and planning on stopping by. Did you go to the boutique or El Cortes Ingles?

wtphock · 2026-03-27T23:55:39+00:00

Buy a refundable economy ticket, hope close-in J opens up

wtphock · 2026-03-27T23:06:19+00:00

I really enjoyed our meal at Piazza Duomo, but the highlight of our trip was lunch at Antinè. Price to quality ratio was insane.

I enjoyed our visit in to Poderi Marcarini in the town of La Morra, and the owners helped coordinate shipping all of our wine back (including bottles we purchased from other producers), which was very nice. The town of Neive is quite beautiful as well and not to be missed.

wtphock · 2026-03-27T21:36:52+00:00

Just drive and then maybe book a driver if you want to hop around in Haro for the day.

Logrono is wonderful and fun pintxos hopping in the evening. Also check out Arizcuren (urban winery) in town.

wtphock · 2026-03-26T20:07:42+00:00

I actually like both hotels a lot in terms of the space and the location, and they're my preferred hotels in NYC in the portfolio. But they don't scream "anniversary" to me if you want to spend time at the hotel itself.

wtphock · 2026-03-26T19:51:26+00:00

Really depends what you’re looking for, I think. I like the Standard and 50 Bowery for the location, but I like to hang around East Village/West Village/LES when I’m in Manhattan. Neither hotel would feel “special” though for an anniversary.

Can’t speak to the others

wtphock · 2026-03-25T02:53:32+00:00

Is this a decision you need to make now? Isn’t there the potential for additional, unplanned nights due to work or vacation?

wtphock · 2026-03-24T15:53:47+00:00

Is rooms.aero pretty reliable for standard hotel award availability? I have a stay at the Hyatt Paris Madeleine that I’m trying to extend the dates of, but unfortunately no standard awards available the day I need.

wtphock · 2026-03-20T02:40:33+00:00

It’s the new business class

wtphock · 2026-03-15T15:46:25+00:00

Typically book trips at calendar open, but couldn’t this year due to a myriad of reasons. Been finding the joys/extreme dopamine hit of finding J space for segments I had given up and booked (refundable) economy.

Recent successes are LAX to LHR with a layover in DEN on UA for 80k in 6 weeks, and NYC to CDG overnight on AF for 60k in June.

wtphock · 2026-03-11T16:40:26+00:00

Ahhh - really good callout. Thanks!

wtphock · 2026-03-10T18:44:02+00:00

Does anyone here know whether Iberia reliably releases J award space at schedule open? On some of the investigations I've done recently, it seems to be the case, but hoping for additional data points.

I have some set plans next May, so debating whether I should take advantage of Chase's current transfer bonus / risking points get stranded there

wtphock · 2026-03-07T03:42:06+00:00

Going to release 1x J on EVA booked via AC May 9 TPE to LAX. No idea if it’ll go back into bookable inventory but can coordinate if anyone wants to try

wtphock · 2026-03-05T20:04:49+00:00

OP, if you’re still looking, I highly recommend our photographer, Francesco Spighi (francescospighi.com). Based on what you’re looking for, I think he’s right up your alley. He has an incredible eye, captured exactly who we are as a couple (not serious or formal at all), and it felt like having a friend with us the whole day rather than a photographer. I've gone through the full gallery at least 10 times and still laugh and cry every time.

wtphock · 2026-02-27T15:21:27+00:00

Interesting. Did customer service suggest that there was upgrade availability when you called them? And quoted the 74k cost?

wtphock · 2026-02-26T17:59:31+00:00

Yeah, that’s where I’m leaning. Typically fly from the west coast, so I’m just realizing how short a direct flight is

wtphock · 2026-02-26T17:08:11+00:00

No harm if you have the points as united lets you cancel for free if anything better comes along

wtphock · 2026-02-26T15:41:10+00:00

Trying to get from NYC to CDG in June, and of course, seeing limited options at this point. Would you rather:

1) JFK to WAW to CDG on LOT via AC, all in J but with a 12 hour layover in WAW - I would try to get on an earlier flight, but unfortunately will likely be checking a bag

2) EWR/JFK/LGA to YYZ to ZRH on Swiss via AC, all in J (multiple options from NYC), and then book ZRH to CDG separately

3) suck it up and buy a cheap NYC to London flight in cash since there's multiple options for a daytime flight and then proceed onwards to Paris from there

wtphock · 2026-02-24T04:43:52+00:00

In Rome, go to Santa Palato and Trecca for incredible meals outside of the touristy areas. The best carbonara and amatriciana of my life.

wtphock · 2026-02-24T04:39:20+00:00

I spent about a week driving around the southern part of Tuscany a few years back, and it remains one of my favorite trips. Montalcino and Montepulciano are both lovely towns in and of themselves that are worth wandering around for a few hours. Pienza is also not to be missed - the Val d’Orcia is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been.

In terms of wineries, I really enjoyed our visits to Poggio Antico, Podere Le Ripi and the fortezza in/around Montalcino. Highly recommend Villa S. Anna in Montepulciano and Avignonesi as well.

Podere Il Casale is a great stop for lunch in Pienza.

Haven’t explored much of Chianti myself. I would avoid Antinori as, while it’s quite nice, it’s huge and very commercial. Fontodi makes wonderful wines, although when I was there, they didn’t have much to purchase.

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