I've been a Plat with CO for years, and am already Plat for next year. I am based out of DTW where the new NW/Delta alliance is overwhelming the entire airport.

Recently I've noticed that CO's prices are higher than normal, and NW is always cheaper on the routes I favor. I don't usually mind paying a few extra dollars to get CO's service (I love the meals at mealtime, the upgrades, and the IFE) but now the prices are just getting to be too much. That, and the 737-900's w/o IFE made me think about possibly looking into a status match with NW/Delta. I'm a CO gal from way back and honestly do not care for NW, but I'm wondering if the merger with Delta might improve their service. That, and not having to change planes in most instances, has me wondering. Also, I'm losing my access to the NW Clubs in October so my PC membership won't be as important.

When I started with CO I was living in Houston so it made sense. I fell in love with their services and still love CO. But is it wrong of me to contemplate switching? Should I wait and see how things go with CO's new merger? I'd hate to switch now and then see that the new CO is better than ever.

I don't know anyone who has switched, but am curious about why people do it, if they regret it, and how difficult it is to do. Right now I think I'll wait and see how things go, but I'm still curious about people who have status matched to another airline and if they think it's worth it. Right now I'm just in the thinking phase, but could use some feedback.

Thanks!