Originally Posted by
stargold
That, in addition to the difference in miles - for a LAX-DXB-SIN, 100k AS miles + no YQ, or 197k EK miles + $$$$ YQ.
Chauffeur drive what now?

I think it just goes to show the marketing power of "free" - just look at all the drama about amenity kits, lounge food, wifi to name a few!