I'm just now beginning to travel enough that it makes sense for me to pay attention. I've already screwed myself this year as I have enough miles between UA and AA to get to 50k, but instead am just over 25k on both.

So... My question for the audience is this: I mostly travel internationally to Europe and Asia in business class, with maybe one Latin America trip next year; 5 or 6 intl trips. Then maybe 4 domestic trips a year. I will originate our of Seattle. Anyone in the Seattle area who has a preference on what carrier is going to get me the most miles and elite status with the least hassle?

thanks!

-Allen