Originally Posted by
farwest101
Sorry but that is the epitome of tacky! The guy who's grubbing for a few lousy points on vacation is the guy I want to avoid.
Why not generate much more spend via the usual methods and avoid the stigma of being "that guy"? A few runs to OD with your Ink card(s) every month can get you 25K UR no problem. And you won't be grubbing for money up front or fronting your sister cash for several months...
If this is your "usual method" then you may want to learn a little bit more on the topics of "Chase shut down my xxxxx cards" or "AMEX initiate a FR on me".
Not everyone has to get cash back promptly to pay back the credit bill that runs up, via "usual method" in your mind or via "intended usage" in banks' mind.
Besides, most folks who offer a free trip to their families and friends, are offering such as a GIFT.