I’m very close to hitting platinum as part of the fast track for delta. I have 8 days to get another ~150 MQDS. I have a delta platinum Amex. Any other ways to get these miles besides flying somewhere? Trying to avoid a very small mileage run.

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An evening on a plane > dropping 3 grand to hit mqd’s that likely won’t bank till statement closes and causes the issue since 8 days out isn’t a lot of flexibility.

Only other option is book a hotel nearby via delta travel and COMPLETE THE STAY before 8 days is up to get the MQD. Mqd is on the room rate pre-tax so spend will possibly be closer to $200. But manageable if you just want to check in and leave for home

Knowing how this years elevated requirements will dwindle the platinum vs gold crowd? Yeah I’d consider it worth it. If you’re atl based, it may not be a TON of value given the volume of other elite. But within $500 I’d do it myself tbh

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