I am way to goal oriented. So when American Airlines, my airline of choice, had a challenge to see if you could raise your level of "frequent flyer-ness", I was in. Over the last 3 months, if I gather 10,000 points through my travels, then I would become a Platinum flyer…and what does that mean? Well when I do fly, I get to get on the plane sooner (that’s good- more room for my bags) and I get to upgrade alot for readily to first class (that’s good- the food is better up front). I stil hate to fly, but these bennies do make it a bit easier.