Family's Doha-to-Goa adventure reveals perks and pitfalls of reward travel
A family of five is set to travel from Doha to Goa next February on a short but busy journey. Their trip involves a stop in Mumbai before reaching their final destination. The tickets were booked through Capital One Travel, offering both savings and rewards.
The family will fly on Air India's Airbus A320, taking flight AI982 from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) on February 10, 2025. The journey will last 3 hours and 35 minutes, with the cabin arranged in a standard 3-3 economy layout. The aircraft features three rows of business class and 28 rows of economy, though the exact number of seats remains unconfirmed.
Before departure, the family visited the Al Maha Lounge South at Hamad International Airport. Upon arrival in Mumbai, they encountered seating issues for their connecting flight to Goa. A check-in representative helped resolve the problem, ensuring their onward travel went smoothly.
The one-way tickets cost $113.57 each, totalling $142.65 per person when booked through Capital One Travel. This purchase also earned the family 3,566 Capital One miles as part of their rewards.
The five-day trip marks a quick but well-planned getaway for the family. Their journey highlights both the convenience of reward bookings and the occasional need for in-person assistance at airports. The flight and lounge access add comfort to their travel experience.
