Originally Posted by
bsaced
AM Rivlin - I'm surprised you went for it. I've always thought we were very similar in our value evaluations (fairmont lifetime plat, BA certs, etc.). Would love to hear your thoughts after you BA trip.
Surprised in what way? I have burned a huge pile of UA miles (mostly because I live in an overpriced UA/AC hub and I have used them to shuttle family here) over the past year and all I have left is MR, AA, and BA miles. I have a trip for 2 planned for Europe this autumn and while BA's taxes are absurd, when or how else would I get a trip in F.
I haven't booked yet, (waiting for work approval) but here is what I am doing. Let me know if you know another way.
YVR-JFK (AA Miles) C or F
JFK-LHR | LHR-FCO | LHR-YVR F (170,000 + 241 + ~$2000YQ)
(might eurorail instead of flying around EU)