Originally Posted by
cova
Plus you get E+ at time of reservation.
Also, don't expect any special recognition on board.
E+ at time of reservation starts at the Gold level, which means 50,000 miles ago.
On board International flights, I get a special thanks from the Purser for being 1K about 70% of the flights. And the most important: first choice for my meal. I don't have to state what my second choice is.