Originally Posted by
aceboy44
Actually thinking about this, and for 5,000 bat extra ( $150 USD maybe?) I could have purchased the full-fare business class, earned more tier miles, and have access to the J lounge in BKK.
J lounge access is $100 USD? So I only saved $50. For $50 I think the more tier mile were worth it. Not sure why most people here said it's a "
no-brainer"

You asked us for advice and you received it - nobody is forcing you to follow through with it.
Dont forget for that extra 150usd you could have had chauffeur drive too. Oh, and the lounge in BKK has plenty of hand lotion