Amol explained yesterday why he doesn’t think mileage runs are worthwhile. Sure, he enjoys the benefits of elite status. But he also doesn’t think flying just for the sake of flying is the best way to earn miles. One reason is that Amol flies on Delta, which has a unique loyalty program among domestic airlines. Before we get any further, let me … [Read more...]
My 2013 Dream Map
January 3, 2013 By 17 Comments
I always say that earning elite status, especially when you're aiming for the top tier, multiple programs, or paying for it yourself, requires a lot of strategy. In my case, I'm trying to do all three. Strategy helped me earn Premier 1K for the first time in 2011, when 500-mile minimums gave me a 5,000 mile boost over the course of the year (and … [Read more...]
PNW Mileage Runs: United SEA/PDX-BOS (from 3.5 CPM)
November 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Credit is owed to TheBOSman and CokeandTaco for finding a great fare from Portland to Boston on United Airlines. Originally only 3 CPM, the fare has since gone up but is still a great deal at 3.5 CPM. You can also do Seattle to Boston for slightly more cash and lots more availability. Those in Seattle might benefit from trips to Fort … [Read more...]
PNW Mileage Runs: SEA/PDX-PHL on UA from 3.3 CPM
November 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Check out this sale originally posted by The Flight Deal. One-night trips to Philadelphia from Portland are only $205, and if you route through Houston each way you can earn 6,288 miles round trip, for a total cost of just 3.3 CPM. And while fares out of Seattle are a bit higher at $249, they have two benefits: (1) much more availability and (2) … [Read more...]
PNW Mileage Runs: PDX-SFO-BOS for 3.6 CPM on UA
November 7, 2012 By 3 Comments
The newest runs being posted are starting to bleed into next year. I know I haven't posted many from Portland lately (making "Pacific Northwest Mileage Runs" seem like "Seattle Mileage Runs"), but this routing to Boston looks pretty good to me. There are several connections through SFO possible, so pick a layover either short or long depending on … [Read more...]
