Many businessmen and women travel on a weekly basis. This means connecting flights, layovers, and trying to stuff luggage in a tiny overhead storage compartment. This means flights with young children, people who talk to you while you are trying to sleep or work, and flights with lots of turbulence. Luckily, becoming a frequent flier makes any flight more bearable. Whether you join the club of a specific airline or choose a credit card that provides you with perks, here are a few benefits of being a frequent flier.