Do you have multiple Chase Ultimate Rewards cards on your account — but need to shift some points around to maximize your point redemptions? Here’s how.
Always get your Partner Airlines PNR / Reservation Number or Numbers (a Rookie Wednesday post)
Two weeks remain in January. This is especially important for cardholders of the personal/consumer Platinum Card from American Express, the Business Platinum Card from American Express, and personal/consumer American Express Gold Card.
Why? Because this month is when existing cardholders may change their preferred airline for their card’s (or cards’) annual airline incidental credit. (New cardmembers applying later in the year can select their airline upon receiving their card.)
Which cards get how much credit each year? Does every airline participate? What charges are eligible? Let’s tackle those questions!
Many of us enjoy free (or significantly discounted) hotel nights — thanks to points/stays earned through loyalty programs and/or hotel credit cards. But if you must pay money (the horror!) for a hotel, remember many major chains participate in cashback portals.
Many hotels promise extra loyalty program points when you use their co-branded credit cards to pay for your stay at their properties.
Welcome to a regular feature on the Renés Points blog. This blog series covers in a “rookie” way either a Delta or travel related theme and attempts to break down to a basic level each topic. You can read up on all the previous posts HERE. Now on to this featured topic.
CLEAR is a service both René and I love. Many Delta flyers — not just elites — can take advantage of fairly significant CLEAR discounts!
The companion certificate awarded annually to Delta Amex Platinum and Reserve cardholders can be a great benefit. But a few restrictions, rules, and “Can I…?” questions may make it confusing or difficult to redeem them.
Rookie Wednesday: WARNING – Your Delta Amex Reserve Card Annual Fee Does NOT Count Toward Your Yearly Spend Goals!
Welcome to a regular feature on the Renés Points blog. This blog series covers in a “rookie” way either a Delta or travel related theme and attempts to break down to a basic level each topic. You can read up on all the previous posts HERE. Now on to this featured topic.
You’re excited! Why? You’re flying a Delta domestic route on a plane outfitted with Delta One seats — and have a seat assignment up front!
Rookie Wednesday: Don’t Request Missing Delta Partner Credit Too Fast (plus other “don’ts”)
Welcome to a regular feature on the Renés Points blog. This blog series covers in a “rookie” way either a Delta or travel related theme and attempts to break down to a basic level each topic. You can read up on all the previous posts HERE. Now on to this featured topic.
I, Chris, have around 18 open credit cards in my name right now (René tells me he has 22 after getting 3 new ones approved on Monday).
Rookie Wednesday: Can You Travel With a Damaged Passport? Just What Constitutes a Damaged Passport?
Rookie Wednesday: Three Reasons you Should Take Pictures of Your Hotel Room Number
Rookie Wednesday: How long does it take to freeze or unfreeze your credit report before you apply for new cards? Does a “soft pull” still work? Can you apply for cards with your credit frozen?
ROOKIE WEDNESDAY: Renewed Your Passport? Update Your Global Entry and Delta Profiles!
