Questions and Answers

Hi guys, avid reader (and occasional commentator) for many years.

I thought I would get your views on the best Skyteam program given that I now need to join one.

I have elite status with One World and Star Alliance, but have so far not flown with SkyTeam at all. I now have a couple of flights with China Airlines and wanted to sign up to maximise benefits.

I guess the following info is relevant, I’m based jointly in Australia and the U.K. I travel frequently between the two as well as extensively in Asia. I very rarely travel to North America so Delta likely to be of limited value. In terms of airlines I may actually use in Skyteam then Air France or China Airlines most likely, but I’d be very surprised if I ever reached any of the higher tiers.

Anyway all thoughts welcome – what would you recommend?

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