I think we're just a few years away from being able to offer someone 75,000 miles if we're at fault in a fender bender. An actual rate of exchange could develop. Whoops, I'd say 100,000 miles would constitute a valid grovel. 25,000 miles should calm the waters. Transfer 5,000 miles to your boss.
Miles are so much more genteel than cold cash.
Which is exactly what we're going to do, as we head out on this week's journey. Oh, and if you go through our entire web site, you'll find an extra 500 miles in your frequent flyer account this month.