OK...a few updates since the last time i checked the thread...

CAL, my own airline is out. Loads from GUA-CNS and back are fan-crapptic , so here are yet some more questions.

-what are the procedures for signing up for QF flights. Phone, internet? Does this change when in the US vs. AUS.

-I have a crew id, can i clear as a nonrev via the jumpseat and then sit in the back or will i need a zed fare too. I have zero intention of sitting up front for 16 hours.

I think my plan is as follows. A sanity check from the experts is appreciated.

Nonrev LAX-BNE (one a day on QF)...than a train to surfers paradise.

I will also by some zed fares for SYD-BNE as a back up.

Coming out i'll get some zeds back into SYD then LAX if need be.

I'm stuck on going to Surfer's Paradise. Meeting some of my wife's family there and the condo is already booked. Hey, sun and beaches, it has to be better than weather here in St Louis.

Thanks...Kale