Originally Posted by
trik
Thanks for the replies.
Is there a way I can do some searching on which might be best (BD or LH)?
I tried the SA forum but the link that talks about this is not working any longer. Also tried to search but got a million threads with info not bearing to my needs.
For example, why would you choose BMI vs. LH?
Both give extra miles for premium cabins, but BMI gives extra bonus miles if you fly more than 55K EQM in a year. Your earning doubles, so from 2X for business and 3X for First to twice that. With LH, no matter how much you fly, it will still be 2X and 3X.
BMI requires less miles than LH for a number of awards.
BMI allows you to pay half as many miles + very reasonable cash payment when redeeming awards if you want. No such option with LH.
Trust me, I know the programs. For paid premium cabin Star travel, BMI is best from a miles standpoint.