I’ve been taking the predictable flack from the Flyertalk crowd after my recent tirade against loyalty programs. I don’t mind; I’m well-protected here in Orlando’s Green Zone. Since we talk about right and wrong on this site frequently (see this morning’s post about the ethics of double-dipping on an insurance claim) I thought I’d share [...]
MILEAGE
You’ve probably heard about the extraordinary mileage promotions being offered by many legacy airlines in the United States. Earlier this week, for example, Delta Air Lines offered up to triple flown miles toward elite status on select fares purchased for travel through the summer. But that isn’t the only way in which air carriers are being more generous with their frequent fliers.

Elliott is consumer advocate
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