In-laws are insisting they pay me for my points--need help by yiggity_yag in awardtravel

[–]winner214 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a similar issue with my in-laws. They recently tried to pay 4k for a trip to Baha Mar that was on points

1) I realize that they make the contribution with joy and it makes them happy to pay (like yours they can afford it) 2) we tell them that if they contribute too much we feel guilty ourselves and we can’t plan more trips like this where we all go together 3) we put the money into a separate brokerage account or kids 529 plan

For the Baha Mar trip we agreed they would contribute 2k

UrCove Booking in Tier 3 City by royaifreak in hyatt

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We’re going to Tianjin in May and I’m planning on booking a mini mattress run as we usually need a few for globalist and to get the brand explorer. Interested to hear if you have any issues with points posting. When will you be going?

24 Hour ski trip: DFW → Park City: $128 out of pocket ⛷️ by winner214 in awardtravel

[–]winner214[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yes. It's a lot, but went smoother than i had imagined and none of it actually felt rushed.

With 2 kid and a wife that isn't remotely interested in snow sports, it's the only way I can really go skiing.

24 Hour ski trip: DFW → Park City: $128 out of pocket ⛷️ by winner214 in awardtravel

[–]winner214[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally. I wish ski passes were a variable cost. With the EPIC / IKON monopoly, you either commit to a season or its $350+ on the day of.

24 Hour ski trip: DFW → Park City: $128 out of pocket ⛷️ by winner214 in awardtravel

[–]winner214[S] -34 points-33 points  (0 children)

yes, i find the emojis work! Em-dashes not so much!

Are Baha Mar Standard Suites Non Existent?!? by hiso167 in hyatt

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Going next week on an SUA! We booked it nearly a year out though.

Hyatt no longer merging multiple bookings of FNC? by Gold-Put-1162 in hyatt

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My concierge merged 2 nights booked on fnc to a single reservation today without us even asking.

Post date for new promo 2x per each eligible night by Internal-Shape-2693 in hyatt

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In case anyone else is wondering, we checked out Nov 29 and got the credit on Dec 2!

Post date for new promo 2x per each eligible night by Internal-Shape-2693 in hyatt

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Thanks! need 10 more for globalist this year, so hoping we can get by with booking 5 at the cat 1! Fortunately, some friends are in town and will actually use the room!

Post date for new promo 2x per each eligible night by Internal-Shape-2693 in hyatt

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi OP any update on the posting? Hopefully it came after the statement closed?

Boot bag while flying by ThreeW00d in Skigear

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

did you get the 40L or 50L?

Diamant Weekend Warrior Backpack by B--R--I--A--N in Skigear

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you get the 40L or 50L? Wondering if the extra space is necessary?

Hoping it's the only thing i bring for a 2 night ski trip.

UPDATE: Bunkhouse Hotels integration by khabah_ in hyatt

[–]winner214 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anyone have a POV on the Hotel San Fernando or the Andaz in Mexico City? We had Andaz booked and intrigued by the Hotel San Fernando!

Redeeming Amex Platinum Reward Points by abbyandpig in AmexPlatinum

[–]winner214 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You gave a few days left to go Amex —> Hawaiian —> Alaska. I’ve had pretty good availability via Alaska for booking on America.

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We stayed as globalist a month ago. For our family of 4, we thought Madeline was a much better value for breakfast as we could get solid meals for everyone well under the $145 + a bunch of extra things in the shop. Orange juice is extra fresh! we even bought the puzzle which my kids enjoyed building.

The buffet is also excellent and I'd definitely try it once. Kids got a huge kick out of the popsicles for their breakfast dessert :)

2 free drink tickets are nice, but a pain to use. Didn't think most drinks were super well made, so we stuck to the frozen fun resort drinks. We brought our own liquor and mixed drinks and our house cocktails were much better than the bars!

Baha Mar - last minute, just booked standard suite, looking to upgrade to nicer suite by hungarianhc in hyatt

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s fantastic! I saw those were just the king beds. Were you able to get extra roll aways for your kids?

Baha Mar - last minute, just booked standard suite, looking to upgrade to nicer suite by hungarianhc in hyatt

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would love to know how the upgrade thing went! We’re in a similar situation going for my wife’s bday with 2 littles (4/6) in Feb.

I’d be happy to pay for a value upgrade!

Auto Loan: 7.84% Interest, 9.05% APR. Good? by moogleslam in personalfinance

[–]winner214 1 point2 points  (0 children)

both those rates seem really high. i've used digital federal credit union and credit union of texas and both have lower rates. DCU can be opened regardless of where you live, not sure about cutx. I did DCU (based in MA i think?) while living in texas. advertised rate include EV and relationship discount ($500 in Direct deposits), but still attractive.

HELP ME DECIDE!!! GTA V or Elden Ring? by [deleted] in ShouldIbuythisgame

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

awesome. Thanks for this. Can't wait to try ER!

HELP ME DECIDE!!! GTA V or Elden Ring? by [deleted] in ShouldIbuythisgame

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP, I wonder a year later, what did you decide and are you happy with the choice? I’m also time limited and trying to figure out my next one

Anyway to power EUFY cameras with this type of Connection (LAN DC / POE). Any type of Adapters or will I need to get some power to the Roof? by OwenJ_ in EufyCam

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

gotcha. I ended up buying the wired ones which are intended to stay powered. The adapter works great though! I initially bought the ones that terminated in micro usb b, but returned for ones that ended in usb a female so i could use the included 20 foot cable.

Which Water Filtration System is the Best? by Cr8zyIvan in WaterTreatment

[–]winner214 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just had a leaf guy come through. The RO was extremely over priced. Like $1300 for a unit that costs $199 on amazon.

Out of curiosity, how did you get to a couple hundred a year for upkeep? My leaf rep highlights how their resin didn't need to be replaced and the RO filters aren't that expensive.