Originally Posted by
moomin_1975
Thanks alot for getting back to me. I am only looking for a frequent flyer program that does offer me free flights and i wouldnt mind using a CC in the future if that gives me a chance to get . For the next 18 months I will be flying three times to Australia and back from Spain and after that time period I am only flying for holidays. Mostly Asia and middle-south america. Any idea what would be good flight programs to choose? I wouldnt mind to join 1 or 2 frequent flyer programs. I dont know what other info you need in order to make it easier for you to help me out. Just tell me what you need and I will be more than happy to answer
well, all FFPs offer free flights--over time. You need to earn enough miles.
we are trying to assess what your longer term needs are because, well, that's how you earn miles over time.
If you join any one of them, there is probably a credit card offer to get more on that same program. Be sure to check this site to find out the best offer, because often times, the ones you see on TV or in the back on in flight magazines are not as good as the hidden ones.
You are going to be based in Spain from now, but where are you from or where will you live later?
Maybe if it's the States, go ahead and start out with joining AAdvantage and Northwest's WorldPerks. Maybe try those two to start. later, join United.
When you fly to and witihin Australia, put everything on AAdvantage. If you fly to Asia, this will help you too but you may find the NWA is better for that area. But remember, in the end, it is best to try to keep it on one. The reason why I mention up to 3 different ones in my posts is because you kinda maybe sorta need ONE from each alliance, as mentioned throughout.
And yes, please do join the hotel program too. trust me, it is worth it. Remember, these cost nothing but a bit of your "administrative time" as in a bit of time online remebering some passwords, etc.