FlyerTalk Forums - American Express Membership Rewards http://www.flyertalk.com/forum en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:36:07 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg FlyerTalk Forums - American Express Membership Rewards http://www.flyertalk.com/forum Centurion FHR http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1019157-centurion-fhr.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:39:57 GMT So I'm going to St Louis next week and checked out the centurion FHR program and only 1 hotel is available there. It's the Ritz Carlton. So I checked the rates on the amex travel site and it was $169, which I thought was a great deal for a Ritz especially with the $50 credit and free lunch or dinner with the FHR.

So I called up CTS to book it and it's $269 with the FHR amenities, or $169 without.

Is that standard practice - to up the rate to compensate for the amenities? That hardly seems like a benefit.

On the other hand, using FHR for my Vegas trip worked out great and even got a better rate with FHR than on the hotel's website.

Thanks :) ]]> American Express Membership Rewards gallardo http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1019157-centurion-fhr.html daily wish 200 off 500 at bestbuy http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1019046-daily-wish-200-off-500-bestbuy.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:56:17 GMT did anyone get this? and if its possible to transfer it...anyone willing to give it up? totally spaced that the offer was there the other day and im now looking at a HDTV at bestbuy....would be a major help. thanks did anyone get this? and if its possible to transfer it...anyone willing to give it up? totally spaced that the offer was there the other day and im now looking at a HDTV at bestbuy....would be a major help.

thanks ]]> American Express Membership Rewards xolinlevh http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1019046-daily-wish-200-off-500-bestbuy.html Exclusive Air Canada offer for CDN Centurion members! http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1019006-exclusive-air-canada-offer-cdn-centurion-members.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:14:55 GMT Just opened up Centurion site which I now scan ~ once every week or so and noticed the following - seems like a great promo, I think they had the same one in the fall! :) Exclusive Air Canada offer for Centurion members As a Centurion... Just opened up Centurion site which I now scan ~ once every week or so and noticed the following - seems like a great promo, I think they had the same one in the fall! :)


Exclusive Air Canada offer for Centurion members


As a Centurion member, when you purchase a full fare ticket in first class or business class through the International Airline program, you can receive a complimentary ticket for your companion. Now for a limited time, you can receive a complimentary companion ticket with the purchase of a discounted business class fare with Air Canada, an offer reserved exclusively for Centurion members.

To receive this special offer, simply use your Centurion Card to purchase an Air Canada discounted business class ticket through Centurion® Travel from Amex Canada Inc. and receive a complimentary ticket for your companion (offer excludes service charges, taxes and fuel surcharges). Offer is valid on all Air Canada operated flights for travel within Canada, the United States and Internationally.1

Valid for bookings from now until January 15, 2010.

For more information on this special offer or to make a booking, call Centurion Travel at 1-866-257-0878.

Terms and Conditions

1.Special discounted business class fare and complimentary companion ticket offer must be booked through Centurion Travel and charged to an eligible Centurion Card. Offer available for new bookings made until January 15, 2010. All travel must be completed by March 31, 2010. Offer is subject to availability and applicable fare rules of Air Canada. Offer is valid on Air Canada operated flights only, and booked in “C” class fare. All International Airline Program Terms and Conditions apply including, without limitation, the limit of two Air Canada Companion Tickets per Basic Centurion Cardmember per calendar year. Cannot be combined with other offers. ]]> American Express Membership Rewards ZeroHour http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1019006-exclusive-air-canada-offer-cdn-centurion-members.html UK Amex Plat + BA Companion Ticket? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018989-uk-amex-plat-ba-companion-ticket.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:05:10 GMT Hi, had a quick question for the experts out there.

I'm aware that a companion ticket scheme runs on the Amex Plat in the UK (and the US, I guess) where you essentially get 2-for-1 on air tickets in certain classes on certain airlines. Looking at the list, I don't see BA listed, which is annoying as I fly BA for business and have over 100k miles accumulated now.

A colleague has the BA Amex card and says that you can get BA companion tickets in any class with that card, and he recently used 100k miles to get 2 return business flights to the Caribbean.

So it's fairly clear that BA and Amex have a relationship - what's the chances I'll be able to get a companion ticket on BA business through my Plat card? ]]> American Express Membership Rewards growse http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018989-uk-amex-plat-ba-companion-ticket.html Centurion Michael Kors GC Rollcall http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018566-centurion-michael-kors-gc-rollcall.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:25:43 GMT Hi all, I recieved a $500 Michael Kors gift certificate a few days ago. Given that I have received the last few certs, it seems that Centurion likes me again! I wouldnt have gone to MK without this g.c. so it will be truly incremental revenue... Hi all,
I recieved a $500 Michael Kors gift certificate a few days ago. Given that I have received the last few certs, it seems that Centurion likes me again!

I wouldnt have gone to MK without this g.c. so it will be truly incremental revenue for them from me (of course that's before before pulling out whatever sort of split they have with amex on the $500)...and after doing some browsing there this week, I'd say that it is a good spot for bags for my gf so they may have landed a regular customer. MK seems pretty reasonable vs. many other designers for similar look & quality. ]]> American Express Membership Rewards DrivingRain http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018566-centurion-michael-kors-gc-rollcall.html Fully Functional AMEX Centurion card currently on ebay for $150+ http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018487-fully-functional-amex-centurion-card-currently-ebay-150-a.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:47:52 GMT http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-American-Express-Centurion-FULLY-FUNCTIONING_W0QQitemZ280422712162QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item414a7f0362 http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-American-E...item414a7f0362 ]]> American Express Membership Rewards jammanxc http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018487-fully-functional-amex-centurion-card-currently-ebay-150-a.html Fairmont Platinum for Canadian American Express Platinum http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018363-fairmont-platinum-canadian-american-express-platinum.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:06:13 GMT This is an AMAZING deal. As stated here: http://www.fairmont.com/promo/plat5 C A N A D I A N A M E R I C A N E X P R E S S® P L AT I N U M C A R DM E M B E R S C A N R E C E I V E P L AT I N U M S T A T U S1 I N F A I R... This is an AMAZING deal.



As stated here: http://www.fairmont.com/promo/plat5

C A N A D I A N A M E R I C A N E X P R E S S® P L AT I N U M C A R DM E M B E R S C A N R E C E I V E P L AT I N U M S T A T U S1 I N F A I R M O N T P R E S I D E N T ’S C L U B A F T E R J U S T 5 N I G H T S .

One precious commodity certainly deserves another. So it seems fitting that, as an American Express Platinum Charge Cardmember, when you enroll in Fairmont President’s Club and charge a minimum of 5 nights2 to your American Express Card, you will receive Platinum status. Compare that to the 30 nights you would require without this offer.

Experience all the Platinum benefits of Fairmont President’s Club including a dedicated travel concierge, private reception desk, personalized welcome amenity and room preferences, guaranteed
room access and early arrival and late check-out. Platinum members also enjoy room & suite upgrades, a complimentary night, two-for-one rounds of golf at select Fairmont resorts and exclusive invitations to once-in-a-lifetime travel opportunities1.

For a complete list of Fairmont President’s Club Platinum benefits please click here. ]]> American Express Membership Rewards CanuckFlyHigh http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018363-fairmont-platinum-canadian-american-express-platinum.html NYC Extreme Local Promotion http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018349-nyc-extreme-local-promotion.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:36:24 GMT http://www.nycgo.com/x *Note:* ---Quote--- To be eligible for the offer, you must register any American Express Card at the amexnetwork.com/extremelocal between 12:00am EST November 16, 2009 and 11:00pm EST December 20, 2009. You may only... http://www.nycgo.com/x

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To be eligible for the offer, you must register any American Express Card at the amexnetwork.com/extremelocal between 12:00am EST November 16, 2009 and 11:00pm EST December 20, 2009. You may only register one Card for this offer and the same registered Card must be used for all qualifying purchases to receive the statement credit. Certain American Express Cards, including prepaid and Corporate Cards, as well as additional Cards with a different Card account number, are not eligible. Statement credits are generally issued within 5 days after your third qualifying purchase but may take up to 2 billing cycles to post to your account. Limit one statement credit per Cardmember. Additional terms apply. See amexnetwork.com/extremelocal for details. For a list of participating merchants, see www.nycgo.com/x.
]]> American Express Membership Rewards Cheap Elite http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018349-nyc-extreme-local-promotion.html amex buys revolution money for $300MM http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018334-amex-buys-revolution-money-300mm.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:53:44 GMT http://www.businesswire.com/portal/s...52&newsLang=en ]]> American Express Membership Rewards Kagehitokiri http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018334-amex-buys-revolution-money-300mm.html American Express ICC: When will they come with chip? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018076-american-express-icc-when-will-they-come-chip.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:51:57 GMT I carry a Platinum IDC, and while it's widely accepted wherever I travel, I'm having a hard time with many merchants in Norway declining the card because it doesn't have a chip (apparently, the merchant is responsible in case of fraud when the transaction is made with a chip-less card). So it's either Chip+PIN or nothing.

Does anyone know when AmEx is planning to roll out new cards?

My plat is actually the only credit card in my wallet without chip these days... ]]> American Express Membership Rewards Robbiedeluxe http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1018076-american-express-icc-when-will-they-come-chip.html True Earning to Blue Cash conversion? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1017741-true-earning-blue-cash-conversion.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:40:20 GMT Often CC companies let people to convert one card to another. Would AmEx let you to convert a True Earning to Blue Cash ? Thanks Often CC companies let people to convert one card to another.

Would AmEx let you to convert a True Earning to Blue Cash ?

Thanks ]]> American Express Membership Rewards sciconf http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1017741-true-earning-blue-cash-conversion.html Amex Open; $50 credit for $50 purchase http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1017608-amex-open-50-credit-50-purchase.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:49:46 GMT This was on my welcome screen when I signed on to Amex. if you need a hit for a promo, then it could be free, esp B&N purchases


https://www215.americanexpress.com/o...pe=openvanity1

As an American Express OPEN® Cardmember, you are invited to enroll now to earn a $50 statement credit when you spend two times, for a total of $50 or more, at any OPEN Savings merchants between October 15 through December 15, 2009. This is in addition to your automatic OPEN Savings discounts.

Participating merchants in the OPEN Savings program include FedEx®, FedEx OfficeSM, Hertz®, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts®, Courtyard by Marriott®, Symantec, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM®, Barnes & Noble.com and more. To learn about the OPEN Savings program and see a list of participating merchants visit www.open.com/opensavings.

To be eligible for this promotion, you must enroll using your online account management user ID and password.

Enrollment is fee free. Please see important terms, conditions, and restrictions below.

NOTE: By clicking the "Enroll Now" button, I certify that I have read and agree to the terms and conditions below.

TERMS & CONDITIONS
Enrollment required. To earn a $50 statement credit when you spend two times, for a total of $50 or more, at any OPEN Savings merchants between October 15 through December 15, 2009, you must enroll in this promotion by December 15, 2009.

Bonus $50 statement credit savings applies to OPEN Savings transactions made between October 15, 2009 and December 15, 2009, and will appear as a statement credit on your billing statement. The maximum discount available for this bonus offer is $50 per Card Account. This promotional offer pertains to specific American Express® Business Card products. Please reference the OPEN Savings® summary on your monthly billing statement or online at open.com to determine Card eligibility.

OPEN Savings®: Savings range from 3% to 25%. Payment must be made with an American Express® Business Card at the time of purchase; savings will be credited to your account. Other restrictions or limitations may apply. Subject to offer terms and conditions located at opensavings.com. Merchant participation and offers are subject to change without notice.

JudyJFLA ]]> American Express Membership Rewards JudyJFLA http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1017608-amex-open-50-credit-50-purchase.html AmEX: Member Rewards http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1017259-amex-member-rewards.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:07:41 GMT I wanted to transfer some of my points to Mileage Plus - but I don't see it there!

Not AA too!!!

After redeeming for Costco & Kohl's, I have 36k left over - what are some useful redemption?? Preferably one that gives 1:1 ratio or 1pt for 1cent.

Thanks ]]> American Express Membership Rewards sciconf http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1017259-amex-member-rewards.html PTS snafu -- is this common? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1016885-pts-snafu-common.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:34:59 GMT So I called PTS for the first time, to see what I've been missing. I needed to book a round-trip flight YYZ-AUA, nothing too complicated. They said they'd call back, so I amused myself by scouring the online agents in the meantime. When they called back, I'd assembled some possible itineraries from the usual suspects (Kayak, Orbitz, Expedia, Mobissimo).

The first surprise was that the options they offered weren't as good as the best one I had found online. Their proposed itinerary was much longer and not on my preferred alliance, though it was about $20 cheaper. OK, that's understandable, only I myself can know my exact preferences. I told the (kind and polite) rep of the itinerary I found, and he was able to find it and price it about the same. So far so good.

The rep emailed me the itinerary and the signature form, and that's where things started going wrong. He calls me back five minutes later and says he'd forgotten to mention their $50 booking fee that they levy on top of the ticket price. He says the tickets will cost me that much extra if bought through PTS, but that I'm welcome to buy them online if I wish, saving the $50. I thank him and say I'll think about it, since I have until the next day to make the purchase.

After thinking about it some more, I decide it's pointless to pay PTS the booking fee for the itinerary that I found myself anyway, and I purchase my tickets on Expedia, but with a slightly different itinerary. I email the PTS rep to inform him of this and say that I no longer need his original reservation.

A few minutes later, the rep calls me again. He tells me something confusing that I'll try to repeat here as best I understand it. He says that when he went to cancel my reservation, the ticket purchased through Expedia showed up in my file. He claims that this is illegal, that Expedia is somehow trampling on his sale, that his cancellation of the old reservation may invalidate my purchased ticket, and that I should call the airline to find out if they have two reservations in my name. I'm a bit upset now, since all this says to me is that my life would have been much simpler if I'd never called PTS in the first place and simply bought on Expedia. I certainly didn't do anything illegal, and anyway it was all driven by what the PTS rep told me and forgot to tell me.

So I call the airline and confirm that my ticket is secure and that they do have a previous reservation in my name with a slightly different itinerary. I call back the PTS agent and give him the old reservation number. He says he'll have to speak to his manager on Monday and that he'll be in touch.

I'm really not sure what to do or say now. It seems to me that this is completely and utterly PTS's fault and that they should clean up their own mess without involving me. I hope they don't screw up my purchased ticket in the process. Hell, I'm scared to even think that they can screw up a ticket I purchased through another agent on PTS's advice.

Does anyone have any experience with this? Is it a common problem if you don't cancel a reservation before making an alternate purchase? How can PTS cause this much heartburn with just one call?

(Mods, please move elsewhere if this is not the right forum. It seemed appropriate to AmEx.) ]]> American Express Membership Rewards ZortNarf http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1016885-pts-snafu-common.html <![CDATA[Amex FHR Program or MC's Virtuoso Program?]]> http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1016415-amex-fhr-program-mcs-virtuoso-program.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:39:52 GMT Hi all,

Planning a trip to Las Vegas in January and wanted to know which program will get me the most benefits?

I stayed at the Wynn in the past through the Amex FHR Program and wasn't too impressed.

Any help would be appreciated,

Thanks! ]]> American Express Membership Rewards srt8-blue http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/american-express-membership-rewards/1016415-amex-fhr-program-mcs-virtuoso-program.html