extending expiration of travel certificate - expires soon
Feb 23, 2010, 12:02 pm
#1
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Join Date: Jun 2009
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extending expiration of travel certificate - expires soon
We have 2 electronic travel certificates that expire on 2/25 for $110 each. These are credit from a flight that we rebooked and paid the change fee on already.
What is the best way to extend the expiration date? I've read about booking a flight and then canceling within 24 hours. Does this still work? Does it need to be refundable or nonrefundable?
Or do I need to book a refundable flight for a few months out and then cancel and I'll have a year after the date I cancel? I don't want to lose the credit but don't want to lay out the money for a refundable flight for a few months. Is there a way to search for inexpensive refundable flights?
Thanks for any help. I couldn't find a clear cut answer in my search.
What is the best way to extend the expiration date? I've read about booking a flight and then canceling within 24 hours. Does this still work? Does it need to be refundable or nonrefundable?
Or do I need to book a refundable flight for a few months out and then cancel and I'll have a year after the date I cancel? I don't want to lose the credit but don't want to lay out the money for a refundable flight for a few months. Is there a way to search for inexpensive refundable flights?
Thanks for any help. I couldn't find a clear cut answer in my search.
Feb 24, 2010, 3:04 am
#2
Join Date: Nov 2004
Programs: Marriott Plat Lifetime, United 1 Million Miler
Posts: 59
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We have 2 electronic travel certificates that expire on 2/25 for $110 each. These are credit from a flight that we rebooked and paid the change fee on already.
What is the best way to extend the expiration date? I've read about booking a flight and then canceling within 24 hours. Does this still work? Does it need to be refundable or nonrefundable?
Or do I need to book a refundable flight for a few months out and then cancel and I'll have a year after the date I cancel? I don't want to lose the credit but don't want to lay out the money for a refundable flight for a few months. Is there a way to search for inexpensive refundable flights?
Thanks for any help. I couldn't find a clear cut answer in my search.
What is the best way to extend the expiration date? I've read about booking a flight and then canceling within 24 hours. Does this still work? Does it need to be refundable or nonrefundable?
Or do I need to book a refundable flight for a few months out and then cancel and I'll have a year after the date I cancel? I don't want to lose the credit but don't want to lay out the money for a refundable flight for a few months. Is there a way to search for inexpensive refundable flights?
Thanks for any help. I couldn't find a clear cut answer in my search.
Feb 24, 2010, 9:05 am
#3
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: TPE
Programs: CO Plat
Posts: 194
I have the same problem. If anyone has any advice it would be appreciated.
Thanks.
Thanks.