Originally Posted by
Boraxo
Not really, because you don't get AS miles. You could just buy AS gift cards if you want AS scrip.
Why would you "cash out?" I have near 7 figure balance of Amex points and won't be using them until I find a biz class fare valued at well in excess of 1.54cpp. Though about using last night at Hilton but the conversion rate is just too low.
This is supposed to be the “flame free” thread so we’ll keep it diplomatic, but it would be wise to not be so confident about pretty clear incorrect information. These tickets booked through UR, MR, or any other third party are cash bookings and earn miles as normal.
And, having a “near 7 figure” valueless-until-redeemed currency isn’t actually a plus. That 1.54 cpp rebate can also be used to book AS cash fares (for actually cheaper Amex gets a discount), on top of the elite status upgrade and miles earned though ASMP
cheers mate