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I don’t have any plan yet in 2024 to fly with any Star alliance airlines, that’s why I am still thinking if it’s worth to pay $450 for the gold status and not using it at all, or perhaps use the $450 and switch to Amex to at least get some travel credit.
Will need to do some travel planning for next year in the coming weeks.
In that case, you certainly shouldn't spend $450 for status you would not use. I have had SQ *G for two years thanks to some credit card points transfers a couple of years ago. I have used it on revenue flights twice, both on AI domestic flights. One flight had lounge access, the other didn't. But that was status I got for free - I would not have paid even $10 for it.
I would also ditch a card whose benefits you don't need and investigate alternatives that will get you a sign up bonus and better points on spend - all for a lower fee.