The Delta Forum Lounge Thread — Everybody is Still Welcome! (2022 - Forward)
Jan 31, 2022, 8:31 am
#631
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What to do:
I have an absurd number of vouchers, RUCs/GUCs, credits, and DLAXR/DLAXP companion certs clogging up my wallet. 11 companion certs, 9 RUCs, 6 GUCs, and about a bajillion drink and SC companion vouchers. I’ll never use most of them, but losing them seems almost tragic.
I didn’t want to start a new thread, but figured I’d consult the Lounge Lizards for some input. I assume the AX companion certs are the most valuable.
My wife, who is also a DM, has a similar problem, thought not to the extent I do.
I have an absurd number of vouchers, RUCs/GUCs, credits, and DLAXR/DLAXP companion certs clogging up my wallet. 11 companion certs, 9 RUCs, 6 GUCs, and about a bajillion drink and SC companion vouchers. I’ll never use most of them, but losing them seems almost tragic.
I didn’t want to start a new thread, but figured I’d consult the Lounge Lizards for some input. I assume the AX companion certs are the most valuable.
My wife, who is also a DM, has a similar problem, thought not to the extent I do.
As for the others... see if your friends and family can use them I suppose. This past month my Facebook has been awash in people sharing drink vouchers before they expired. I have three or four drink vouchers... but they are very old (though they do not seem to expire). I keep meaning to email the Delta Museum to see if they want them.
Can you use companion certificates to purchase an extra (empty) seat? Seems like you have enough upgrade certificates that it may not even be necessary, but just a thought.
-J.
Jan 31, 2022, 8:44 am
#632
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What to do:
I have an absurd number of vouchers, RUCs/GUCs, credits, and DLAXR/DLAXP companion certs clogging up my wallet. 11 companion certs, 9 RUCs, 6 GUCs, and about a bajillion drink and SC companion vouchers. I’ll never use most of them, but losing them seems almost tragic.
I didn’t want to start a new thread, but figured I’d consult the Lounge Lizards for some input. I assume the AX companion certs are the most valuable.
My wife, who is also a DM, has a similar problem, thought not to the extent I do.
I have an absurd number of vouchers, RUCs/GUCs, credits, and DLAXR/DLAXP companion certs clogging up my wallet. 11 companion certs, 9 RUCs, 6 GUCs, and about a bajillion drink and SC companion vouchers. I’ll never use most of them, but losing them seems almost tragic.
I didn’t want to start a new thread, but figured I’d consult the Lounge Lizards for some input. I assume the AX companion certs are the most valuable.
My wife, who is also a DM, has a similar problem, thought not to the extent I do.
We 'efffectively' give our unused AMEX Certs to employees or friends. 'Selling them' is obviously prohibited but we believe that reimbursement by an employee or friend wouldn't pose a problem if questioned.
We've also, on occasion, used RUCs for friends who we're travelling with.
Credits shouldn't be a problem as long as you remember to use them.
Jan 31, 2022, 8:51 am
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I agree with your assessment that the AMEX Reserve Certs are the most valuable since they can be used by anyone and don't need the Certificate holder to be on the reservation.
We 'efffectively' give our unused AMEX Certs to employees or friends. 'Selling them' is obviously prohibited but we believe that reimbursement by an employee or friend wouldn't pose a problem if questioned.
We've also, on occasion, used RUCs for friends who we're travelling with.
Credits shouldn't be a problem as long as you remember to use them.
We 'efffectively' give our unused AMEX Certs to employees or friends. 'Selling them' is obviously prohibited but we believe that reimbursement by an employee or friend wouldn't pose a problem if questioned.
We've also, on occasion, used RUCs for friends who we're travelling with.
Credits shouldn't be a problem as long as you remember to use them.
Not a biggie, but we also have over a dozen beverage vouchers expiring today.
Jan 31, 2022, 8:55 am
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If they were good through the weekend I'd take them off your hands
Jan 31, 2022, 10:14 am
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Jan 31, 2022, 10:53 am
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NAG NAG NAG: If anyone here in the lounge hasn't yet picked choice benefits, go away from FT and do it immediately for the choices that expire today. DO NOT ASSUME that you will be able to do this until midnight in whatever time zone.
Jan 31, 2022, 11:19 am
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After spending the weekend watching the (lackluster) snowstorm and football games (very good, even with no dog in the fight), I'm venturing out to the store.
I asked TheGent what he wanted for dinner. He said, "Surprise me!" Well I wonder if this will be surprise enough. Hmm... Whale flavor... that's new.
I asked TheGent what he wanted for dinner. He said, "Surprise me!" Well I wonder if this will be surprise enough. Hmm... Whale flavor... that's new.
Jan 31, 2022, 11:41 am
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There is a lot happening in that photo. I also can't tell if they're saying that is where Disney executives shop or that you can buy a Disney executive.
Jan 31, 2022, 11:46 am
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Disney Shops too aren't going to pass for a Dollar Store, even as the Disney shops like to charge a premium like DL does. Paying for the experience whether shopping for a Disney executive or where high-paid Disney executives shop.
Jan 31, 2022, 12:19 pm
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After spending the weekend watching the (lackluster) snowstorm and football games (very good, even with no dog in the fight), I'm venturing out to the store.
I asked TheGent what he wanted for dinner. He said, "Surprise me!" Well I wonder if this will be surprise enough. Hmm... Whale flavor... that's new.
I asked TheGent what he wanted for dinner. He said, "Surprise me!" Well I wonder if this will be surprise enough. Hmm... Whale flavor... that's new.
Executives?
Jan 31, 2022, 12:23 pm
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Jan 31, 2022, 12:24 pm
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