Originally Posted by
rankourabu
Of course, only a fool would spend $5000 on a ticket out of their own pocket when there are so many way of getting the same thing for much less using miles (and should immediately be banned from FT 
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Sometimes there is no other option or simply a lack of miles...... Also not every route is available with miles and for some itīs even worth a few thousands to fly without extra stop or from a more conveniant airport.