Originally Posted by
rdhir
Honestly they're idiots. Yes yes I know it's about monetisation of Avios. But frankly I never gave a fig about Avios. It was only ever TP. Avios is just an occasionally useful discount mechanism.
Exactly this. When you’re travelling regularly, it’s status that matters. Avios aren’t going to get you into the First Wing, Row 1 in CE or lounges on domestic AA flights.