Just a couple of questions to throw out to the masses-
Our parents have several million AMEX MR points (yes, I've begged them to switch to SPG). They fly LA - NYC a lot, and always do so in business class- with points or by paying.
Whats the smartest/most point efficient way of doing it?
Which airline provides the most bang for the buck? (bear in mind that they typically fly LAX-JFK (not Continental))
They used to always fly AA (lots of flight options) but are flexible.
I saw the Delta promotion for 40% bonus when you transfer over to skymiles (through the end of the month)? (and delta recently renovated their business class--or so they advertise)
So whats the consensus - most cost/point efficient? best airline?
Thanks.
Oh, and Mazal Tov Dan.