Originally Posted by
KittyCat
Jeez people, all it takes is one (1) measly stay a year. If average activity is below that, surely the value of existing points expiring can't be too dramatic either ?
Would you be happy if your airline asks you for one (1) measly flight a year?
The majority of FF and hotel programs allow you keep your account, even with some points or miles expiring after a certain period. There are reasonable ways to extend or prevent expiration, such as using some of their partners offer, buying points, etc.
The only exceptions I know are : A-Club (Accor) and SPG. At least A-Club clearly states it in their T&C and they consistently remove the points after 1 year of inactivity.