Originally Posted by
snod08
yes, very good idea!! I did not know much about SAA's program (and did not think of suggesting it even!!)
But, that Lifetime Plat status is well within your reach if you continue at the rate you are doing. So, just go for it.
HON Circle on M&M is indeed very difficult. It mandates flying full F/C fares on a continuous basis!
Also with UA M+, we cant really do anything about those rumors and if and when they come true. So best to not worry about it. Just enjoy your life!!
I am shifting to EK (since most of my International travel is US-India). EK has plenty of connecting flights from DXB, and they fly to the rest of the world too. Their op-ups and stuff are definitely decreasing. But, the on-board economy product is pretty comparable to many carriers.
I will probably think of getting an A3 or TK or other Star Gold for next year. So, I can get priority boarding, free luggage, etc inside the US.
Good luck with EK. I have also found on UA website that there is virtually zero SWU available for end Nov, early Dec. I called the outsourced res desk in the UK, and there is waitlist only. Previous years there was no issue with upgrades at time of booking on website!
I am going to have to forget the SWUs and book all flights via SAA or LH. The flights are a bit more expensive as they are direct to IAD or JFK. Trying to get the full miles on SAA metal via UA website is impossible.