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Old Dec 3, 2000 | 1:13 pm
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alternate *A program for top tier?

Having reached LH SEN this year, I am seeking my FF objective for next year.

Which *A top tier would you recommend for me in 2001 to try to reach? I am going to have a dozen eco flights in europe, 2 - 4 transatlantic flight segments in C or F and - mainly - 60 LH domestic business flight segments in germany.
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Old Dec 3, 2000 | 1:21 pm
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Since you will be a Senator for 2 years, I would look over the comparison chart (see link below).

Remember programs change from year to year and benefits one year may disappear in the next.

If you plan on doing a lot of flying in the US (personal or business), then UA is a good bet.

AC is my favorite for upgrading discount fares.

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Old Dec 4, 2000 | 8:48 am
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Might be worth picking up status in another network, say AF for Skyteam or BA/EI/IB/LY for OW.

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Old Dec 4, 2000 | 10:49 am
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I don't switch programs at all. My miles with M&M add up very fast and so are those upgrade vouchers .
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Old Dec 6, 2000 | 5:48 am
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I am with Bernie on this one.

You would only want status on another carrier if you fly them frequently and the *Gold benefits do not get what you want.
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Old Dec 7, 2000 | 3:47 pm
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I think once you have 1-2 top tiers on one alliance, it would be smart to go for status on a competing allinace. If my flying keeps up in 2001, that is what I will be doing.


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