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Old Nov 19, 2018 | 3:49 pm
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lougord99
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Originally Posted by pinniped
I get the sense that you and I missed the heyday and are experiencing a watered-down version of what it was a short time ago.
Can you name a program that your statement wouldn't apply to?

The day of loyalty because of the frequent user program or because of the experience - with any airline / hotel / car company out there - is gone, in my opinion. The only way today to get the great experience is to spend the great money.
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