Airmiles Armchair Chatter

[Days In the Sun]

Last day for Shell gift card promo:

 

[cari12]

Hi Hon
I am so sorry this happened to you.
I felt with 25+ years of special needs experience and a degree that I might have something to contribute to the DISabilities forum but everytime I go there I get thumped all over. I now stay on the Canadian forum .
Hugs
Mel

The other forum I find helpful and respectful is the Disneyland one, never had an issue there.

 

[marchingstar]

I’ve definitely had mixed experiences on other boards too. The worst was about my kid too: I asked which hotel people think is best when traveling with a baby. Responses ranged from “the best hotel is wherever you’re staying” to “why would you waste money on a trip with a baby anyways?”

I still like venturing out into other boards, but I have no qualms about calling people on their garbage. Especially the ones who have tens of thousands of posts...why spend so much of your life making other people feel small or otherwise bad?

 

[buyerbrad]

I got an extra 100 am too! $60 spend. I don't now what's happening. It only shows she scanned each coupon once.

I believe it's a Canada/US difference, Canadian Airlines will let you choose seats together for free with your child, in the US, nope. Personally, it's why I would choose a Canadian Airline, though I do often pay for "better" seats because kiddo has such a hard time flying. Hey if someone else wants to deal with his throwing up, I'd be happy to be able to sit and watch the movie

I guess no one remembers way back in time when people were seated together as a matter of course. No need to pick your seats in advance or worry about not sitting with your kids.

We often book the "Basic Seat" with Delta which does not allow you to chose a seat until you check-in. I always call them immediately after I book online and tell them I am flying with kids and they give us our seats together for free.

 

[Days In the Sun]

I was sitting on a gift card from a Forever 21 store credit so just ordered through Airmilesshops (Airmilesshops 10x ends tomorrow). Fingers crossed that it ships before they declare bankruptcy. I could have been safe and driven to a retail store but honestly didn't need anything so wasn't worth the time and effort.

Hopefully someone bails them out of their cash flow problems.

 

[ilovetotravel1977]

My DS23 will be bummed if Forever21 closes down LOL

 

[TammyLynn33]

Agree not necessary at all. Please don't take it personally though as you bordered on a very hot topic which is so many people expecting seats with their children without paying for seat selection. If you hadn't mentioned "small child" I think your comments might have been better received. Don't give up, I'm sure there are many nice people on that board as well.

Lol scary thing was it’s in the title and I’ve apologized numerous times and said I didn’t know , I’m not trying to get away with anything .. and I’m still getting “ do you expect free groceries when you go to the grocery store because you have kids “ kinda comments ..
so much I want to say lol but I’m just going to stop reading ..

 

[hdrolfe]

For about 6 months after both AC & WJ put the whole "butt in the seat, nothing else" fares in place this was true but now you are able to chose different levels of fares. Because of this change I'll consider using them again!!
This is how AC looks now:
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Once you select your flight you get to see all the options (holy $$$ Batman )
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Westjet doesn't give you the warning on the first page but once you select your flight you see similar options
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My flight home from Orlando I used AM to book, and then called to choose seats and add my Nexus numbers (love TSA Pre cleared). The way down I booked a sale that gave me a higher level for the lower price, it included choosing preferred seats and a checked bag each. Which worked out well since I do love the disney magic when your bag shows up in your room. On the way home I had to pay for one of the bags but the second one was my carryon and they checked it for free. Any way. I love using AM to book but of course it's the basic fare. I wish I could afford business class lol, someday maybe! We were right behind the curtain and it sounded like they got real meals with cutlery and everything!

 

[tinkerone]

I’ve definitely had mixed experiences on other boards too. The worst was about my kid too: I asked which hotel people think is best when traveling with a baby. Responses ranged from “the best hotel is wherever you’re staying” to “why would you waste money on a trip with a baby anyways?”

I still like venturing out into other boards, but I have no qualms about calling people on their garbage. Especially the ones who have tens of thousands of posts...why spend so much of your life making other people feel small or otherwise bad?

You want to talk about a mean thread, there is one on the Disney cruise boards about evacuation of castaway cay CM’s. there is a mother on that thread who’s daughter is one of the CM’s left on the island and she is, rightfully so, worried. Some idiot comes on an says ‘let’s face facts, they are probably all going to die’. And this person kept it up. Wouldn’t stop even when asked. The thread was finally shut down a few hours ago and I think everyone is happy about it.

 

[marchingstar]

You want to talk about a mean thread, there is one on the Disney cruise boards about evacuation of castaway cay CM’s. there is a mother on that thread who’s daughter is one of the CM’s left on the island and she is, rightfully so, worried. Some idiot comes on an says ‘let’s face facts, they are probably all going to die’. And this person kept it up. Wouldn’t stop even when asked. The thread was finally shut down a few hours ago and I think everyone is happy about it.

I have no words.

How can it be so hard to remember that we’re all human, even if we’re behind computer or phone screens? A bit of empathy, especially in the face of disaster, shouldn’t be an unreasonable expectation.

I feel heartsick for that parent, and for everyone with connections to the area.

 

[ilovetotravel1977]

A lot of humans suck these days. Thanks god they are the minority...

 

[AngelDisney]

We often book the "Basic Seat" with Delta which does not allow you to chose a seat until you check-in. I always call them immediately after I book online and tell them I am flying with kids and they give us our seats together for free.

Westjet also would seat you together if you have young kids. I tried to pay for advance seat selection for DD and myself once and the rep told me I could get it for free to sit with my daughter. I thanked her and told her my daughter was 20. She then charged me and updated my booking.

 

[ottawamom]

I have no words.

How can it be so hard to remember that we’re all human, even if we’re behind computer or phone screens? A bit of empathy, especially in the face of disaster, shouldn’t be an unreasonable expectation.

I feel heartsick for that parent, and for everyone with connections to the area.

When posting, I try to remember that whatever is written on the internet lives on forever. Someday, someone may be able to put together who you really are. Would you still be OK with what you have posted. It doesn't take any more effort to be kind and polite when posting. I'm glad we are kind and polite here on Canadian DIS.

 

[mort1331]

Westjet also would seat you together if you have young kids. I tried to pay for advance seat selection for DD and myself once and the rep told me I could get it for free to sit with my daughter. I thanked her and told her my daughter was 20. She then charged me and updated my booking.

As much as I like flying WJ over AC, this is not always the case. Just this July flying out of MCO we were given seperate seats for my girls. I explained when I was checking bags in that this is not going to fly. I was told then shes only a row away its fine. Without getting upset, I said fine, please inform the 2 other people flying beside my daughter that she gets airsick on landing every single time. So please help her out.
The attendant did not believe me until my daughter pipped up and said, I am usually good at getting it all in the bag. Hmm changed out seats pretty quick.
But did not tell the other person who she switched with. Get on the plane take our seats. The other person comes with his ticket, he was not called to the check in desk and told. The attendants onboard looked at both of our tickets printed out and saying the same seat. Wow confusion. He did not want the new seat assignment. I explained once again, he could have my seat, but please have a bag ready. I would gladly go one flight without this.
Hmm he took the new seat quickly.
And yes she gets sick every flight, she is good with it and once she lands thats when it happens. Cant explain it, she will ride ToT all day long, no issues. But land a plane, grag a bag, and then she is good to go.

 

[Days In the Sun]

Rexall email link, Monday September 2 to Wednesday September 4, 80am wus $50
http://images.rexall.ca/newsletter/...9022019-PP23-AirMilesV1-Rexall&utm_content=TB
I'll leave putting the list together to @Donald - my hero since she does such an awesome job but basically we have 4 offers this week plus load and go which is pretty awesome. I'm putting my list together now.

@Donald - my hero, I see the grand opening coupon on reebee, might want to add that info to your list when you make it?? others only need a guelph postal code.

 

[Aliciahere]

As much as I like flying WJ over AC, this is not always the case. Just this July flying out of MCO we were given seperate seats for my girls. I explained when I was checking bags in that this is not going to fly. I was told then shes only a row away its fine. Without getting upset, I said fine, please inform the 2 other people flying beside my daughter that she gets airsick on landing every single time. So please help her out.
The attendant did not believe me until my daughter pipped up and said, I am usually good at getting it all in the bag. Hmm changed out seats pretty quick.
But did not tell the other person who she switched with. Get on the plane take our seats. The other person comes with his ticket, he was not called to the check in desk and told. The attendants onboard looked at both of our tickets printed out and saying the same seat. Wow confusion. He did not want the new seat assignment. I explained once again, he could have my seat, but please have a bag ready. I would gladly go one flight without this.
Hmm he took the new seat quickly.
And yes she gets sick every flight, she is good with it and once she lands thats when it happens. Cant explain it, she will ride ToT all day long, no issues. But land a plane, grag a bag, and then she is good to go.

Prior to flying you need to call Westjet and request family advanced seat selection. They will assign you seats together (one adult and up to two children is the ratio, same with *most* Canadian airlines, and some American). But you have to do it ahead of time - it isn’t done automatically.

 

[bababear_50]

Rexall
Spend $50.00 get 80 coupon
Hugs
Mel

http://view.e.rexall.ca/?qs=6ebe82c...04913e56126f2c61e945667b660a29421682116a53c05

 

[Donald - my hero]

On the off chance that anyone needs to head out to Rexall today, here's the coupons that I have for this week

Email coupon just arrived
Spend $50 get 80 AM Valid Sept 2 - 4th

Another Grand Re-opening coupon for my favourite store --as mentioned above anyone can find flyers for other locations, just change the postal code (lots of work, but hey, MILES!)


THEN the Round Up coupon is FINALLY valid, watch the terms though, it's only good on Head-to-toe items, list on back of the coupon says "Offer includes, Shampoo, Conditioner, Oral Care, Men's Hair Color, Men's Skincare, Wax Strips, Bleaches Antiperspirant/Deodorant, Soap and Shave Products " Spend $30 get 50 AM
You can find all the coupons HERE
Image of the barcode if you'd like


Careful planning will let you combine the Round Up offer with the Thursday Beauty Event List of those items is found in a file in the first post, and attached to the bottom of this post as well.

I added a ton of messy math and explanations here originally ---it was cleared up by @Days In the Sun on the top of the next page!

 

[Donald - my hero]

WOW, my Rexall post is super confusing this week, isn't it?!?! If anyone needs help sorting it out OR even better, if someone else thinks they can clear up the mess, speak up!!!

 

[dancin Disney style]

Hey all We are currently sitting at the pool enjoying the morning. I’ve checked in for our flight tomorrow...rolling the dice I suppose.