Originally Posted by kramerica

Thanks snod08, I've actually spent a few hours studying every *A plan. Apparently, while achieving status with M&M is impossible for me, the rewards flights are much cheaper than any other plan by quite a lot.

Originally Posted by PVDtoDEL

That is complete BS.

I've already redeemed 2 awards tickets using A3 miles for domestic legs on continental. No star blocking like some programs, and their call center speaks decent english and is very professional.

Also, on many routes, they have lower rewards thresholds, although that doesn't apply to all.