Originally Posted by alexandria789
I am so CLOSE to getting a free ticket on NWA......I only need another 2,000 points for a ticket. Seems like it takes forever. I got some good points on my last cruise by using CruiseLocators.com..........thanks for the tip on the WebFlyer Mileage Converter, that's exactly what I need! Anybody have ANY advice on getting more miles into my NWA account?
Quick option 1 - exchange 2500 SPG for 2500 NW.
Slightly slower option 2 - Do any of the restaurants you currently visit participate in Worldperks Dining? If so, you might be able to top off your account there. Three years ago, I would have said this as Option 1 - just go try a few new restaurants and earn 10-20 miles/dollar. But they've slashed the earnings for people starting up in the program, and the quality of the restaurants has gone sharply downhill - unless you already happen to know of a hidden gem or two. So I wouldn't recommend going on a Dining binge unless you really feel comfortable with the restaurants in your local list. For more info, looking for dining on the NWA site.
Option 3 - look for the best Worldperks Visa signup offer you can find. On one hand, it's probably 20,000 miles, so now you're talking Hawaii, Europe, or getting within 10k of 2 free tickets. On the other hand, costs/fees are involved so pick your signup offer wisely.
I'm sure there are more, but I don't know NW all that well. The folks here at this board can probably help turn your 23k into 83k if you like...
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