Originally Posted by bbbacres

I have a quarter million Continental miles. And Continental discontinued service to my city. We do have NWA and Delta, both now flying partners with Continental. If I want to use my Continental miles, and call Continental (which is the procedure, right?), will the Continental agent have access to as many seats and opportunities as the NWA agent? Anyone found that the partner airline does worse? Or perhaps there have been times when they have done better?

Any tricks or tips?