Thanks guys........ Based on the suggestions, did a bunch of research on the supposed United 50k deal... tried sending a secure msg & 2 phone calls to United to ask for 50k bonus instead of 30k bonus............... but no dice. After I am approved & receive my card, I will call and ask again.

So I think I'm ready to commit to my (2) cards to get my (2) flights.

- Chase Ink Bold (50k bonus miles, 5k earned after $1k spend........ 50k + 5k = 55k total)
- United Explorer (United 30k after $1000 spend, plus 5k for authorized user, plus 10k for $25k spend....... 30k+5k+10k+25k = 70k total

this will put me at 125k miles... good for (2) Super Saver flights to Greece via United... and I can save my wife's 43k Ult Rew Pnts for something else...


Appreciate the advice!