Originally Posted by
keitherson
that's news to me. most programs do not honor bookings from third parties. otherwise we'd all be booking through hotwire and priceline
IIRC it's all about the qualifying rate, which no OTAs (focus on the O), offer.
Many (most?) 'real' travel agencies do offer qualifying rates, like Amex FHR.
Though there's definitely someone else who knows better on here!