Worth going for Alaska MVP Gold status this year?

So I've been thinking about trying to get MVP Gold with Alaska Airlines this year. I've been flying with them a bit more, and I do like their service. But I'm not sure if it's really worth it to push for the Gold status.

I know you get the upgraded seats, free checked bags, and some bonus miles, but I'm wondering if anyone here has actually found it worth the effort and cost? I've got a couple of trips planned to the West Coast this year, so I could make it work, but it's a bit of a stretch.

Also, does anyone know if the perks are actually useful when flying with their partners like American or British Airways? I don't want to invest all this effort and then find the benefits don't really apply when I need them. Would love to hear your experiences or any tips you might have!

I'd say go for it if you're flying a lot on the West Coast. The upgrades and free bags can really add up. I've had MVP Gold for a couple of years, and it's saved me a ton on checked bag fees alone. As for partner airlines, benefits are hit or miss. With American, you'll get some perks like priority boarding, but don't expect upgrades. British Airways is even more limited. If you mostly fly Alaska, though, it's worth the stretch.

I've had MVP Gold for a while, and it's been pretty solid. The upgrades are hit or miss, depends on the route and time, but when I get one, it's sweet. The free checked bags save me cash, especially on longer trips. As for partner airlines, I've found it a bit tricky. The perks aren't as strong, especially on British Airways. You'll get some benefits, but don't expect the same level of service as with Alaska directly. If you're already close, it might be worth the push, but weigh the effort.

I had MVP Gold last year, and the upgrades were nice when they happened, but not guaranteed. The free checked bags were a big win for me, though. About the partner airlines, you do get some perks, but it varies. For example, with American, you might get priority boarding but not upgrades. It's a bit of a mixed bag with British Airways too. If most of your flights are on Alaska, it might be worth the stretch. How often do you plan to fly with their partners?

I had MVP Gold a couple of years back, and the perks were decent but not earth-shattering. The upgrades were nice but pretty unpredictable. Free checked bags were a lifesaver, though. As for partner airlines, you do get some benefits, but they're not as good as flying directly with Alaska. If your trips are flexible and you can plan around getting the most out of the perks, it might be worth it. But if it's a stretch, weigh if the benefits will really match the effort and cost.

I had MVP Gold a few years ago, and honestly, it was a mixed bag. The free checked bags were a huge plus, especially if you fly a lot. The upgrades? Nice when they happened but don't count on them. As for partner airlines, you get some perks, but they're not as generous as Alaska. If you're flying a lot on the West Coast, it might be worth it, but if you're hoping for consistent partner perks, maybe temper expectations.

I got MVP Gold last year and it was decent. Free checked bags saved me a bunch. Upgrades were hit or miss, though. For partner airlines, it's a mixed bag. With American, I got some mileage bonuses, but don't count on upgrades like Alaska. Haven't flown much with British Airways, so can't help there. If you're hitting the West Coast often, it might be worth it. But if your trips are limited, maybe not.