EMPRESS Don't waste those QF miles. Sign onto AAdvantage and put the return flights into that new account. Also ask to participate in Gold or Platinum Challenge and make the trips worth something towards accelerated elite. You just need 20K miles on oneworld carriers, andfour flights on AA to qualify. You can then regain oneworld status and lounge use (once you get Platinum). See discussion of Challenge on AA forum if you haven't already explored this option.