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Old Feb 16, 2016, 5:41 pm
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Happy
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Originally Posted by TOMFORD
The card doesn't have anything to do with saver availability. It just gives you miles, free checked bags, and priority boarding.
Yes it does. Last year it opened up XN for me. Even the Philippines call center folks know that because the gal asked, "you have a United Explorer card?" when I asked her to book the space as I saw it available online (not in Expert mode at all). However I have no idea how long it takes for that to take effect.

I believe it also allows elite to upgrade an award. A friend who is 1K keeps this card solely for this purpose.
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