With the discussion from many people regarding those companies who
give lifetime status, this is another reminder that if you are traveling
extensively, consider companies like United, American and Marriott who
Award you lifetime status when you have demonstrated long term commitments to their companies, and stay away from companies like
Northwest who will drop you in a minute if you fall below their guidelines
any year. They are the here and now company and their CEO is clueless
to any activities with customers.