Originally Posted by nnightmar

I know...I know.... its an oxymoron isn't it?

Sure is like Jumbo Shrimp and the Thundering Silence.

Still, I can't help but feel somewhat mediocre. It seems like I travel but compared to some people on here I might as well be sitting at home. What can I say? I'm envious.

Sure I got lots of status but none of it seems to be good enough. Is this a common disorder? I dunno. I guess at the core - I value good customer service and I will pay for it more than a brand.

The one thing I have recognized however is that elite status is truly the only way to be recognized. Paying top dollar seems to come in second. So after years of abstinence I signed up for multiple programs.

Interesting post...I am a Platinum Marriott but generally stay at the most convenient hotel for my business. Well last night I stayed at the Four Seasons Las Colinas. I have to tell you, I am hooked. The caliber of people, the food, rooms, etc. I could go on and on. Yes, it cost more but it was worth it. I was treated like a king and they have no reward program. Interesting, they do have a vast computer file. They remembered I was there last year and had my favorite M&Ms and Diet Pepsi in my room. Now that is service!!!

Marriott and others are losing some of my business. Iwill go out of my way to stay at the Four Seasons.

Now I face a crisis. How do I act as a good corporate citizen and not let my PointLust control my travel decisions while at the same time accelerate my earnings to keep my envy in check?

Any ideas?