Originally Posted by
JIM_Travel
As the thread starter, I am "going rogue" in my quest to earn a free flight or two for my family and will bank on DL to get me there, starting with my trip to Asia. I may regret it, but you know, there were many reasons it made sense. Spouse and I already had miles on DL, Alaska is a pretty big player where I am (Hawaiian has a couple of flights), SPG card giving 1.25:1 ratio on DL miles. I hope to be as positive as Mooper when all is said and done.
Note that an operative point is domestic versus international awards. If you are trying to get to Asia on DL miles, you are in for a tough battle. Use the advice given by others, but don't hold your breath.