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why can't I ever use my miles for reward travel??

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Jan 19, 2010, 5:40 AM

mars6423

Join Date: Mar 2009

Location: New Jersey/Singapore

Posts: 412

well that was quick, i was able to book a flight to hawaii using miles with no problem with continental and also through united.....granted it was in economy/coach with continental (united i could get business/first) whatever you wanna call it but like i said before just upgrade after, thats usually very easy and is possible

so OP try going through United IF you need the first class tickets and since they are a star alliance member you may be able to use that on the continental flight (not sure)

another thought, go to staralliance.com and see if you can use your miles there for the seats you want

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