The loss of M-fare upgrades to Asia, and the substantial increase in award mileage for WBC to Europe and Asia are just flat out negatives in a market that is otherwise improving their programs.

In addition, the promos are pointless if not outright deceptive since now the extra miles people have earned have made NW decide to devalue all miles!

I had really expected to not be flying so much this year, and so I stayed with NW. Under the cold light of day, and doing more flying, I wish I had switched to virtually ANY other program.

Steve