Originally Posted by
Snow Goose
A word of caution for anyone who is aiming for a top 20 spot. I believe that there is going to be increased competition this time around judging from the early standings. There are a number of contestants who are obviously segment running at this early stage in the game. Don't count on picking up the 500k bonus miles with a 50k or even a 100k wing count.
SG
Because Internationally is far more lucrative in EYW3. I would agree that we are looking @ 100K+ wing count.
I have calculate by doing international trips one can accumulate 50+ Global badges easy. Than there is Destination Wings & Thereshold badges. International can easily net 200K Wings.
If 20 participant went the international route they would have it in the bag.
No way segment running can beat the international. EYW3 is International.
I registered48 hours ago; however have not decided 75K+ international travel left to do if I want to do it on AC .
Before EYW3 I had decided United as I am gunning for United 2 Million Miler by 2015. In 3 years I want 3 Million Miler with United to get 1K for life.