Originally Posted by
expmia
Getting AA Executive World Elite Master Card > buying an admirals club membership. Not only is it ~$300-$400 less, but you can add 3 authorized users free of charge, who also get to bring in 2 guests.
As an AA EXP, I can gift platinum (equivalent to oneworld sapphire)...if there's any GGLs out there who want to swap for BA silver, PM me. I can gift to anyone, and it lasts now-March 31, 2026...BA silver gives me flagship access domestically, so it's of interest.
Is that a choice benefit of EXP?
Originally Posted by
BMarkus
For me the decision is clear. I'm moving back to AY. I can still reach OWE with less money to spend than on BA new scheme. The important point is, that it is easier to reach higher TP with AY flying partner airlines. The higher your tier is the more bonus TP you receive on IB, AA, and BA. This makes any trips to the US more attractive.
As a result flying West coast USA you need around £5k to £7k to spend to AY to reach OWE. Towards Asia you would need more. There you could be around £10k to reach OWE. Even then you can still do some small Europe trip to finally reach OWE.
Can you elaborate? Are you saying AY OWE, requalifies faster when flying with IAG airlines? What about CX and JL?