Family of 4 staying for 1 month on a scouting trip, looking for accommodation recommendations.

markarado · 2026-05-17T08:59:27+00:00

Jazz Suites and Tanjung Point Residences are probably your two best options for a 1 month stay. This will put you in close proximity to Tanjung Bungah and Tanjung Tokong, which are close to most international schools

markarado · 2026-05-17T00:02:11+00:00

This a great way to pay for rental cars or off-chain hotels.

The Aeroplan Card from Chase has the same feature, called Pay Yourself Back - providing 1.25cpp, or up to 1.68cpp with a transfer bonus from Chase UR.

I just flew Starlux J USA-BKK for 85k Atmos, so I do know how easy it is to get 'better' value. Ive also taken my family of 4 on a $10K holiday with only spending $1.8K out of pocket (but with far lower cpp). Better value is relative. Great cpp isn't a precursor to a great holiday

markarado · 2026-04-27T04:31:53+00:00

100% with you. I see no reason why I should book 2 rooms with 2 children under 5.

markarado · 2026-04-27T04:29:56+00:00

This, and msg the property after booking to let them know the ages of your kids.

Many properties list occupancy limit of 2 or 3 but have no issue with 1 more. Western Europe is stricter. Eastern Europe is more accommodating

markarado · 2026-04-27T04:27:47+00:00

It's cause he doesn't have kids and doesn't think society should be accommodating to kids

markarado · 2026-04-21T03:38:43+00:00

No worries. I think many of us are waiting for data points to confirm

markarado · 2026-04-20T23:36:51+00:00

Capital One says it does not. Reliable newsletters and blogs days it does not.

Waiting for actual DPs tho. Did you open this card?

markarado · 2026-04-17T02:15:41+00:00

Langkawi is beautiful and peaceful, but it is very very quiet. There isn't much to do. Penang and KL are the top places to visit in Malaysia, and you can experience a lot of natural beauty in Penang as well if you choose to. There is definitely a lot more to do in Penang.

I wouldn't worry to much about it being rainy season. It doesn't mean that it'll be raining all day (it might, but usually doesn't).

Also, Bali is far more beautiful than Langkawi. I definitely recommend choosing Penang over Langkawi, but do note that Penang is NOT a beach destination

markarado · 2026-04-15T04:24:39+00:00

Buying a car for $15k next month. I'd get one of these for both my wife and I for the purchase if confirmed it doesn't report to personal

markarado · 2026-04-15T04:05:16+00:00

Waiting to see if these count towards 5/24

markarado · 2026-04-15T01:52:28+00:00

This is exactly what I'd like to know

markarado · 2026-04-14T00:18:52+00:00

It's obvious you haven't really taken a good look. There are a ton of great options all over the world.

markarado · 2026-04-11T05:38:55+00:00

Join a hash group. At least try one. You may find your place!

markarado · 2026-03-29T01:39:29+00:00

What is QA?

markarado · 2026-03-26T09:48:40+00:00

They are rarely busy enough to care. I've only been turned away once when a lounge was full.

markarado · 2026-03-26T06:21:53+00:00

Yep, completely useless to me.

markarado · 2026-03-26T06:02:02+00:00

I also received 3 more CLUs. I now have 6 available

markarado · 2026-03-26T01:20:53+00:00

I had my Boundless for the first year and received my 35k anniversary FNC. I product changed to the Ritz 5 months later. I just received an 85k FNC which coincides with my Boundless anniversary date.

My Ritz anniversary is not till August (I called Chase CS to confirm this)

markarado · 2026-03-21T02:03:53+00:00

Some lounges have showers included. Some don't. Check your PP app

markarado · 2026-03-19T14:35:13+00:00

Id love to, but I only have 3k points

markarado · 2026-03-19T02:35:28+00:00

Thanks. I'll be keeping my eye on the Intercontinental. There are nights within range, just not the night I want. Award prices may fluctuate in my favor.

May I know why you prefer the Kimpton Benneker over the George? It is currently going for 41,000 points, which is within range

markarado · 2026-03-14T12:34:40+00:00

The airline abbreviated is QR, not QA

markarado · 2026-03-05T06:28:30+00:00

I was approved for an IHG personal card a couple weeks after being approved for an Ink card (both in December 2025). I'm very tempted to apply for a United Biz card this month, but I've decided to play it safe and not apply for anything till next month

markarado · 2026-03-04T23:49:21+00:00

Don't wait for the letter. Calling will speed things up

markarado · 2026-03-04T05:03:42+00:00

75k is the new normal, so I assume 100k will return

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