Originally Posted by
Gig103
The reason I haven't hit buy now is:
1. Opportunity cost of fronting the money without a specific trip planned
2. Not being able to use the Amex IAP
3. Not having trip insurance from a credit card provider (they usually say "entire trip" or verbage about taxes and fees on awards)
I agree on the opportunity cost part, but that's the price to pay for getting a 10% discount.
Use a CSR and you'll have insurance coverage.