Agree with you on the value of the free Priority Pass access. I still think that if you are after the AMs, you can consider paying $6380 for 60,000 AM. It is still a great way to top up miles.
Hemz88: Yes, it is still a/v. You can send PM to me for a referral and get the invitation package.
I hope that the AM purchasing promo program will be on soon!