Originally Posted by Oldthinker
Could you share any details? The above statement is at odds with my experience, so it looks like I am missing something important here. Or are those ways only available to, or practical for, those based in Germany?
All FFPs have much more non-flying partners and bonuses available in their home countries than elsewhere.
As someone not based in the EU or US I have to work hard to maintain my mileage balances.