bandeapart

New to FlyerTalk; learned so much from everyone on here! Thanks for all your dedication! (Sorry if this is posted in the wrong forum. Let me know, and I'll move it.)

I'd appreciate any advice you all may have about an upcoming trip. Thanks in advance!

I'm looking to book an award trip for December. I'm starting in BOS and ending in LAX, flying in and out of PEK/PVG (into either and out of the other). Want to stopover at LHR for a few days/weekend on either leg.

I usually use BA for trips with LHR stopovers, but was wondering if there're any other options out there, especially deals on flying business on some legs.

I've got plenty of miles on UA, BA, and AA. I'd also pay for some segments if it makes sense.
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