Originally Posted by
Allie Abby
i just got approved for scotia amex card also , never used scotia bank before , anyone know can i book travel myself and get back $300 if i have 30000 pts or do u have to use scotia travel site .
Yes, you can pay with the card and then after it posts, apply the points for a statement credit.
As for what qualifies:
"The Post Purchase Travel Redemption must be...recognized by our systems with the Merchant Category Codes or identifiers: airlines & air carriers – 4511; airports, flying fields, and airport terminals – 4582; lodgings, hotels, motels and resorts – 7011; trailer parks and campgrounds – 7033; passenger railways – 4112; bus lines – 4131; steamship and cruise lines – 4411; travel agencies and tour operators – 4722; automobile rental agency – 7512; motor home and recreational vehicle rentals – 7519."
Full terms are here:
https://www.scotiarewards.com/Help/Terms.aspx