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<\/a>Companion Pass – the most lucrative benefit in the frequent flyer universe<\/p>\nIn reality a foreign carrier doesn\u2019t make a lot of sense for my family. Susan and I are still a couple years away from being empty nesters and even though we would like to be abroad more it just doesn\u2019t happen enough. Then again, foreign programs make it easier for members outside the home country to qualify.<\/p>\n
The other programs have their pluses and minuses and there is still plenty of time to consider the alternatives between the different programs. As I enjoy my last year and half of Delta elite status, I\u2019ll be doing the research of which new program to pursue. The best time for status matches is after July 1st, as the matching program will usually grant status through the end of the following year \u2013 18 months out.<\/p>\n
Frequently\u00a0I lecture my daughters \u2013 \u201cIt\u2019s good to have choices.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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