The Northwest Million Mile letter tells you you've flown the equivalent of several trips to the moon and back, thanks you, and informs that you will be receiving special luggage tags. There used to be some really great gifts as well. My first million miles was a CD clock radio, pair of good binnoculars, and some other goodies. That was for a million TOTAL miles. The gifts have gradually declined, and now only the "actual" million miles are recognized. I think for my "actual" million about four years ago they sent a leather portfolio and insulated picnic bag. And, of course, the luggage tags.

I am flying less now with retirement, but I still fly Northwest, and on the whole they still treat me well.