Searched for dupe posts - couldn't find them.

Posted on the 1konly site tonight. Useful as a cheaper alternative to the double EQM option if you are close to 100k, 125k or 150k...

1K® members now have a great opportunity to earn Elite Qualifying Miles* (EQM) and Elite Qualifying Segments (EQS) on purchases when using the Mileage Plus® Visa® card from November 20 through December 28, 2005. Whether you're shopping for holiday gifts, entertainment or travel, use your Mileage Plus Visa for all your purchases.

Here's how it works:

Register and pay a one-time $50 processing fee.
Earn up to 5,000 EQM and five EQS when you spend $10,000 with your Mileage Plus Visa. Or earn 2,500 EQM and two and a half EQS when you spend $5,000 with your Mileage Plus Visa.
The EQM/EQS you earn on Mileage Plus Visa purchases through December 28, 2005, can also give you the balance needed to enjoy the bonus choice offer, which includes the chance to win a million miles or other great rewards. For details, visit united.com/yourchoice.
Register today and make every holiday purchase count toward your 1K status for 2006 by using your Mileage Plus Visa.

* Elite Qualifying Miles are not redeemable for award travel but do count toward 2006 Premier®, Premier Executive® and 1K status.