Where to transfer Ascent points for an irregular traveller?

[B0RDEX]

I have the Plat Edge and Explorer both linked to the Ascent program. Both cards are up for renewal in February so I'm intending to close the Plat Edge as I don't need both cards, much less to pay both fees - nothing to do with the changes to the points value, this has been my intention since the last renewal.

I have just over 200,000 Ascent points and I'm not sure where I should transfer them to before I go back to Gateway rewards. I travel overseas only once every 18 months - 2 years, usually to Canada. I have no real preference for airlines but Cathay and Emirates are my usual go-to's, I've never used points to book or upgrade a flight before!

Is Asia Miles going to be my best option?

 

[andye]

Both SQ and KF are good international opltions but both with hard expiries. I'd currently favour SQ as availability better

VF is an OK option during a transfer promo but I dont think we can rely on one before devaulation

EY is a niche redemption product for some VA flights eg SYD-CNS MEL-HTI. Also partners with ANA which might work for Canada