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Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Minneapolis: DL DM charter 2.3MM
Programs: A3*Gold, SPG Plat, HyattDiamond, MarriottPP, LHW exAccess, ICI, Raffles Amb, NW PE MM, TWA Gold MM
Posts: 100,403
Putting $50,000-60,000 spend on DL AmEx Plat or Reserve credit card would get enough MQMs to make the difference between Silver and Gold, and would also get a MQD waiver for the OP (up to Plat). Miles would still be scattered, but at least the OP would have gold tier status with one airline/alliance. The Reserve card also gives entry into all DL and SkyTeam lounges when flying DL/SkyTeam (but not contract lounges unless on an international business class itinerary).