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Old Feb 8, 2016 | 10:12 am
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zer0k1
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Originally Posted by hearna
So unless I am missing something the RBC Westjet card is only as good as its sign up perk;

99$ annual fee traded for a 250$ westjet dollars and a 99$ + tax companion trip;

So when it is all said and done sign up for the card gets you basically a 2for1 domestic / transborder flight (250$ westjet traded to cover the annual fee, companion fee and part of the taxes (Depending on your trip and origin)). The 1% Westjet dollar cash back is a joke in terms of value so this is really a burn and churn sort of card...
+1

Also, keep in mind, WestJet dollars can only be used towards the base fare of the ticket.

One more little perk is the free checked bags
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