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"Sure, I'd prefer Business or Premium Elite, or Tiger Woods' private plane but i don't see that in my, humble, future."
Welcome to FT!
You have a lot to learn about flying in premium cabins.

If you are credit worthy, and can charge a few thousand dollars over a few months, you should be able to garner enough miles for a Business or First Class ticket from NYC to HKG. Check out the MilesBuzz! forum for information on the current credit-card sign-up bonuses.