Originally Posted by shohmyoh

Hi there. Long-term Japan resident here, needing to up my travel substantially back home to maybe four times a year on NRT - DOH - EDI or MAN.
Used to be a BA flyer but Qatar's price point looks far more realistic for me given my means. Would be traveling in Economy.
Am looking for any general hints to maximize my Privilege Club benefits, etc. on this kind of setup. I believe 4 trips a year would put me in Gold territory?
Thanks in advance.