I know it's short notice, but next weekend in Ann Arbor, MI (DTW), there is a FlyerTalk DO. One of the events there will be a Mileage Run seminar where we'll talk about all things earning revenue miles. But part of the discussion is likely to include strategies for redeeming miles. If you've got nothing else to do that weekend and it wouldn't be much of a burden to go, maybe you want to consider attending. Just a thought I'd pass along.[/QUOTE]

Great suggestion. Sadly a little bit on a short notice and
I can't find anything out for that weekend on NW from IAH
under $ 700.00. Got to bring the wife and $ 1400.00 for a
short hop is a bit excessive.That's more than the HNL trips cost.
BTW how do I find out about these seminars?
Thanks for the offer. I would love to be part of it next
time.