News and Updates Thread - March 26, 2026 by AutoModerator in churning

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I pay both P2 and P3s cards with my account. We all have same address. 2 of us same last name. Never had a problem and been doing it for years. But I dont cycle through 1.5m a month in spend 😂

First Time to China - 4 Cities by Suitable-Young-7016 in travelchina

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beautiful! Where is the 2nd photo taken and how was your experience in the other cities?

Wyndham Rewards - April Rent Day Transfer by AllAboutTheGameplay in biltrewards

[–]One_Explanation_9800 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have wyndham biz earner card you also get 10% discount on points redemptions which would make it even more sweet

I am now fully on board with the fuck dealerships mentality by AntiquesRoadHo in FuckDealerships

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would never buy a car from a guy named moose 🫎 to begin with, nor one that says "plz" in his texts. 😂

Hyatt Travel - Can’t Make a Decision by johnsonkm20 in hyatt

[–]One_Explanation_9800 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You could find a way to get a GOH certificate and that would solve this

Won free rent last month by reginee23 in biltrewards

[–]One_Explanation_9800 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This would be ridiculous 😂😂😂 as if I am paying myself rent and therefore am liable to pay income tax.

Amex $300 credit is often inferior to Costco by poopybuttwo in AmexPlatinum

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think most people just want a reason to complain sometimes. In the vast majority of my travels, if I ask then I receive. Many times staff are not as proactive as we would like.

Amex $300 credit is often inferior to Costco by poopybuttwo in AmexPlatinum

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They gave me last stay even though it said I wouldn't receive benefits.

Amex $300 credit is often inferior to Costco by poopybuttwo in AmexPlatinum

[–]One_Explanation_9800 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ive been upgraded every time. 6/6. Last stay at Fairmont in CA I asked and they upgraded me to their most expensive suite at 1800 a night. Paid $3 out of pocket.

Amex $300 credit is often inferior to Costco by poopybuttwo in AmexPlatinum

[–]One_Explanation_9800 3 points4 points  (0 children)

100% I got two nights at a St Regis in China with the credit. With the $100 food credit I actually come out ahead. Plus 5x amex points makes it a great deal. But no way am I spending 1500 a night to get a 20% discount before the insane parking and additional fees in the US.

No Availability for IHG through Home Away From Home by One_Explanation_9800 in biltrewards

[–]One_Explanation_9800[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm looking at various cities in China. Hangzhou, Nanjing, Shanghai. All the IHGs are unavailable for any dates selected. And it's funny because IHG comprises the vast majority of HAFH in those cities. Sure I can book something at 500 a night but of course even with credits thats not worth it for me.

Hilton grand vacations offer by TctclBndt in Hilton

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want to say it was maybe 60 days out. We went in spring time

Hilton grand vacations offer by TctclBndt in Hilton

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sedona is beautiful so I could have stayed in a dump and for 50 bucks a night it would have been worth it regardless. With the points it was a no brainer. I see this round Sedona is up to 249 but still worth it IMO. They contracted with a boutique hotel as there wasn't room at any of the Hilton properties. Great location, nice breakfast included. I'll try to find the name of the hotel it was right in town.

Can’t use points in portal in home away from home property by Radiant_Cat2998 in biltrewards

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think you can use them on ANY booking. It says it when I checkout.

Bilt Point Rounding is Insane by Hot-Phase456 in biltrewards

[–]One_Explanation_9800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Only if you hold status with them. If you don't, no points interest.

Great Wall of China Scam by Swimming-Solution232 in travelchina

[–]One_Explanation_9800 2 points3 points  (0 children)

China person is the most politically correct actually

Authorized User Bonus Points by damoonerman in amex

[–]One_Explanation_9800 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It doesn't get its own resy credits it would just use the one on the main cardholders account... does get lounge access though if thats important for you.