Citi Platinum AMEX has been upgraded [includes 2011 conversion discussion]
Mar 25, 2008, 7:38 pm
#391
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: USA
Posts: 3,945
You can also get a free domestic ticket up to $399 in value before taxes with only 20,000 thank you points if you are eligible for fixed flight redemption option. If you are not, you can easily become eligible by enrolling in expedia sponsored thank you account and linking it to your Amex Citi Plat thank you account.
Mar 25, 2008, 7:54 pm
#392
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: AUS, LAX
Programs: AA EXP - 2.2 MM, Admirals Club, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Avis Presidents, National Exec
Posts: 1,581
This might help you: https://www.thankyou.com/faq.jspx
You cannot transfer typ to any frequent flyer or guest programs.
Also the value of Citi amex platinum has been already discussed, i think even in this thread. Most of the people will tell you it is not the best deal. I have done comparison shopping on entre.com and usually I would save up to $50 on 2 tickets, but flight options would be very limited. Although not perfect, I prefer Amex Platinum 2 for 1 deal on domestic flights.
Also don't forget regarding other benefits that Citi Amex Platinum is offering like identity theft monitor and priority pass membership.
You cannot transfer typ to any frequent flyer or guest programs.
Also the value of Citi amex platinum has been already discussed, i think even in this thread. Most of the people will tell you it is not the best deal. I have done comparison shopping on entre.com and usually I would save up to $50 on 2 tickets, but flight options would be very limited. Although not perfect, I prefer Amex Platinum 2 for 1 deal on domestic flights.
Also don't forget regarding other benefits that Citi Amex Platinum is offering like identity theft monitor and priority pass membership.
Mar 25, 2008, 7:55 pm
#393
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: AUS, LAX
Programs: AA EXP - 2.2 MM, Admirals Club, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Avis Presidents, National Exec
Posts: 1,581
You can also get a free domestic ticket up to $399 in value before taxes with only 20,000 thank you points if you are eligible for fixed flight redemption option. If you are not, you can easily become eligible by enrolling in expedia sponsored thank you account and linking it to your Amex Citi Plat thank you account.
Thanks!!
Mar 25, 2008, 8:27 pm
#394
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: AUS, LAX
Programs: AA EXP - 2.2 MM, Admirals Club, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Avis Presidents, National Exec
Posts: 1,581
You can also get a free domestic ticket up to $399 in value before taxes with only 20,000 thank you points if you are eligible for fixed flight redemption option. If you are not, you can easily become eligible by enrolling in expedia sponsored thank you account and linking it to your Amex Citi Plat thank you account.
Mar 25, 2008, 8:31 pm
#395
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: SJC/SFO
Posts: 295
Mar 25, 2008, 8:33 pm
#396
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: AUS, LAX
Programs: AA EXP - 2.2 MM, Admirals Club, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Avis Presidents, National Exec
Posts: 1,581
Thanks!
I know this is vague, but here's an example.
I just bought two airline tickets on expedia for $205 each (out the door). $410 total. I just saw those same tickets on TY for 22,100 points each or 44,200 total. Based on the 3x/5x that's not a bad reward.
On entre.com what would that ticket cost, since I'd get a second one free? I assume it would cost more than $205 right?
I know this is vague, but here's an example.
I just bought two airline tickets on expedia for $205 each (out the door). $410 total. I just saw those same tickets on TY for 22,100 points each or 44,200 total. Based on the 3x/5x that's not a bad reward.
On entre.com what would that ticket cost, since I'd get a second one free? I assume it would cost more than $205 right?
Mar 25, 2008, 8:54 pm
#397
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: USA
Posts: 3,945
Mar 25, 2008, 8:55 pm
#398
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: USA
Posts: 3,945
Thanks!
I know this is vague, but here's an example.
I just bought two airline tickets on expedia for $205 each (out the door). $410 total. I just saw those same tickets on TY for 22,100 points each or 44,200 total. Based on the 3x/5x that's not a bad reward.
On entre.com what would that ticket cost, since I'd get a second one free? I assume it would cost more than $205 right?
I know this is vague, but here's an example.
I just bought two airline tickets on expedia for $205 each (out the door). $410 total. I just saw those same tickets on TY for 22,100 points each or 44,200 total. Based on the 3x/5x that's not a bad reward.
On entre.com what would that ticket cost, since I'd get a second one free? I assume it would cost more than $205 right?
Mar 25, 2008, 9:00 pm
#399
Moderator
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: Miami, Mpls & London
Programs: AA & Marriott Perpetual Platinum; DL & HH Gold
Posts: 48,959
Entre's companion fare program is based on zones. The fare from zone 5, which includes Austin, to each of the other zones is fixed and does not vary with the actual cost of the specific ticket. The program operator can control which carriers, routings and times are offered at that price.
Mar 25, 2008, 9:06 pm
#400
Moderator
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: Miami, Mpls & London
Programs: AA & Marriott Perpetual Platinum; DL & HH Gold
Posts: 48,959
The interesting reward is the Fixed Flight program which cannot be booked online. You can learn alot if you make time to read the Travel Rewards section of ThankYou's FAQ...
https://www.thankyou.com/faq.jspx
Also, bear in mind that the Platinum card is capped at 150,000 points per calendar year.
Mar 25, 2008, 9:28 pm
#401
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: AUS, LAX
Programs: AA EXP - 2.2 MM, Admirals Club, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Avis Presidents, National Exec
Posts: 1,581
Yeah the 150k sucks, but I'll switch back to SPG once I hit that target.
Thanks for the explanation. So I need to call to book fixed rate?
Thanks for the explanation. So I need to call to book fixed rate?
Mar 25, 2008, 9:30 pm
#402
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: AUS, LAX
Programs: AA EXP - 2.2 MM, Admirals Club, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Avis Presidents, National Exec
Posts: 1,581
July 3rd, AUS-LAX 2 PAX - Flight 427
July 6th, LAX-AUS 2 PAX - Flight 2246
It was $418 all-in but I think it's gone up in price since I got it this morning. Right now it's $490 all-in. What's the price on entre?
Thanks a million!
July 6th, LAX-AUS 2 PAX - Flight 2246
It was $418 all-in but I think it's gone up in price since I got it this morning. Right now it's $490 all-in. What's the price on entre?
Thanks a million!
Mar 25, 2008, 10:54 pm
#403
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: AUS, LAX
Programs: AA EXP - 2.2 MM, Admirals Club, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Avis Presidents, National Exec
Posts: 1,581
Well I bit the bullet and applied and got approved. At a minimum I'll get the 15k bonus points and cancel within a year but from the looks of it, it looks legit.
I looked at the Chairman since my business spending puts my combined AMEX usage at over 100k which may be enticing enough (along with great credit and good assets), however, I just couldn't find anything to justify all the extra coin; in fact for me, this PLAT offers more. I just don't use concierge services and don't demand a lot from customer service.
I looked at the Chairman since my business spending puts my combined AMEX usage at over 100k which may be enticing enough (along with great credit and good assets), however, I just couldn't find anything to justify all the extra coin; in fact for me, this PLAT offers more. I just don't use concierge services and don't demand a lot from customer service.
Mar 26, 2008, 8:18 pm
#404
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: USA
Posts: 3,945
Travel with this offer is not permitted on one or more of the dates you have selected. The following dates are blacked out:
07/02/2008 - 07/06/2008"
Mar 26, 2008, 8:19 pm
#405
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: USA
Posts: 3,945
Well I bit the bullet and applied and got approved. At a minimum I'll get the 15k bonus points and cancel within a year but from the looks of it, it looks legit.
I looked at the Chairman since my business spending puts my combined AMEX usage at over 100k which may be enticing enough (along with great credit and good assets), however, I just couldn't find anything to justify all the extra coin; in fact for me, this PLAT offers more. I just don't use concierge services and don't demand a lot from customer service.
I looked at the Chairman since my business spending puts my combined AMEX usage at over 100k which may be enticing enough (along with great credit and good assets), however, I just couldn't find anything to justify all the extra coin; in fact for me, this PLAT offers more. I just don't use concierge services and don't demand a lot from customer service.
Keep in mind that Citi Plat Amex does come with a free concierge service also.