Hi I have been Silver Elite for three years and love the perks that come with that status. I am aware that Silver in your FlyerTalk World, leaves a lot to be desired, and therefore my question:

What is the easiest/cheapest way to gain Gold Elite Status?? I am retired so all the necessary flying will be on my own dime. I am dying to be Gold Eilte at least one time in my life. I live in NJ and use EWR as my home airport.

Thank you all for helping me and I hope I don't sound stupid.

Marylyn