Originally Posted by
3xter
got an email about this, are ANA totally oblivious to other "American" promotions forgetting that their miles are pretty useless now with the fuel surcharges, a 5K sign up bonus seriously!!
I agree that the sign up bonuses are measly (though for Japan they are pretty standard), but why do you think NH miles in particular are useless? Most airlines charge fees and surcharges on their award tickets -- American airlines will certainly follow. Also, thanks to the distance-based award chart there are some deals to be had.