Originally Posted by
wwtsang
Hi All,
First year being elite so got a question regarding the top tier bonus, I took advantage of the 25% off and booked a flight departing Jan 26 2011. Although I had early recognition for Elite in 2010 I didn't select the 50% tier bonus for 2010, however I'm planning on choosing that for 2011, wondering if I will get the tier bonus for my flight in January. Apologies if this has been asked, wasn't able to search for it.
On a side note anyone know if it's harder to use the SSWU for the YYZ->HKG AC7 flight with stopover in YVR compared to a connecting flight in Vancouver? (i know i'm losing out on miles

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Thanks in advance
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I believe the top tier bonus miles only applies to flights taken during your membership year which is March 1, 2011 - Feb. 28, 2012.
Regarding the upgrade: IŽd assume that YVR-HKG is slightly easier than YYZ-HKG, but both are tough routes for upgrades.