Fairmont Chase Signature Card
Apr 12, 2017, 11:17 am
#1771
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: LHR
Programs: AA
Posts: 773
There's no way to product change to this card, is there?
Apr 12, 2017, 11:48 am
#1772
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: LAX, LGB, SNA
Programs: AA EXP OWE, DL DM ST+, AS MVPG, UA, BA, WN CP, Hyatt E, Ritz Plat, HH GM
Posts: 3,185
Apr 12, 2017, 4:52 pm
#1773
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 70
Fairmont just doesn't have enough family friendly locations for me to keep the card. Looks like they have some great hotels in Canada, but its not very realistic for me to think I'll be going to any of them. They do have some really nice hotels here in the USA, but again now I am looking for more family friendly places. Perhaps if their annual free room certificate didn't come with a $12k card charge requirement, I would keep the card.
Personally, I think this Fairmont CC is a hidden gem and a keeper. Really not sure why anyone would cancel the card, especially since it is DEAD, and thus unchurnable. The value you can get out of it is much greater than the $95 AF. I mean, the dining certs are already $50 (let's value it at $25). So to me I see the AF as $70 but you are getting 3rd nt free and suite upg cert (for 5 nts). If you are able to make use of it once a year (ideally) it would be pretty nice. Even if used every other year, the value saved definitely surpasses "$140". But to each and their own.
Apr 15, 2017, 4:09 pm
#1774
Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Charleston, SC, USA
Programs: Avis Pref+, Hyatt Explorist, Marriott Life Gold, Honors Silver, IHG Plat via MC.
Posts: 6,786
One of the best things would be if Chase converts Fairmont Visas into Sapphire Preferred, esp. if the points, which are now worth 1 cent each toward gift cards, would become CSP points at 1:1, transferable to Hyatt!
Apr 15, 2017, 6:15 pm
#1775
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: LAX, LGB, SNA
Programs: AA EXP OWE, DL DM ST+, AS MVPG, UA, BA, WN CP, Hyatt E, Ritz Plat, HH GM
Posts: 3,185
Apr 16, 2017, 3:45 pm
#1776
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Atl
Posts: 253
Since it's a published credit card benefit (not just a loyalty program benefit) I'd argue chances are pretty good the certs will be valid for one year.
If it were Fairmont I'd say chances would be 99%; and while I'm much less confident about Accor's approach to business ethics and customer service, I'd still say the chances are decent.
If it were Fairmont I'd say chances would be 99%; and while I'm much less confident about Accor's approach to business ethics and customer service, I'd still say the chances are decent.
So i called on this and they said i have to wait 10 months before i can use the upgrade assuming that upgrade is available then
Apr 17, 2017, 8:50 am
#1777
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 70
Can the 3rd night free can be combined with Citi Prestige 4th night free?. Since the 3 nights are paid?
Apr 17, 2017, 8:56 am
#1778
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: FRA / YEG
Programs: AC Super Elite, Radisson Platinum, Accor Platinum
Posts: 11,874
From Fairmont's perspective: no problem
from Citi's perspective: YMMV (Citi may or may not take a closer look at your invoice and determine you didn't actually pay for four nights)
Apr 17, 2017, 10:26 am
#1779
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: CVG or DAY
Posts: 159
To receive your complimentary night (via a statement credit) you must: 1) Make a reservation for a minimum,
consecutive four-night stay by contacting the Citi Prestige Concierge, to book directly with a designated
concierge and 2) Fully pay for your stay with a Citi Prestige Card.
Plus if you click the FAQ here: https://www.cardbenefits.citi.com/#1pro2 and scroll to the 4th night benefit paragraph, click the "For more details on eligibility and exclusions" PDF, you can see number 4 directly answers this question.
4. Does a hotel rate with a “third, fifth, etc.” night free promotion qualify?
a. Yes, currently we allow it to be combined with other promotions.
I feel like all the signs point to this being absolutely no problem, but again, with the conflicting reports it might come down to whoever reviews the file. I booked a Fairmont for July with this benefit and called to apply my 3rd night free, so I guess I'll know for sure in a few months.
Apr 21, 2017, 6:11 pm
#1780
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Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: GVA (Greater Vancouver Area)
Programs: DREAD Gold; UA 1.035MM; Bonvoy Au-197; PCC Elite+; CCC Elite+; MSC C-12; CWC Au-197; WoH Dis
Posts: 52,140
Apr 21, 2017, 7:15 pm
#1781
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: LAX, LGB, SNA
Programs: AA EXP OWE, DL DM ST+, AS MVPG, UA, BA, WN CP, Hyatt E, Ritz Plat, HH GM
Posts: 3,185
Apr 21, 2017, 7:25 pm
#1782
Join Date: Jun 2016
Posts: 2,257
How soon (after meeting min spend) do you get the mail (email or snail mail) confirming you have the 2 FN cert ?
Met my min spend 10 days ago but still no squeak from Chase nor Fairmont. But I also dont want to hurry them since I want my cert to last longer
I count and double count that I have indeed met my min spend...
Met my min spend 10 days ago but still no squeak from Chase nor Fairmont. But I also dont want to hurry them since I want my cert to last longer
I count and double count that I have indeed met my min spend...
Apr 21, 2017, 9:32 pm
#1783
Join Date: May 2015
Location: LAX, BUR
Programs: AS,AA,JB, HH Gold, Starriott Titanium Elite, Hyatt Explorist, Global Entry
Posts: 1,933
They converted the Amtrak card to Freedom a couple of years ago.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/chase...-sep-30-a.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/chase...-sep-30-a.html
Apr 22, 2017, 11:36 am
#1784
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Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: GVA (Greater Vancouver Area)
Programs: DREAD Gold; UA 1.035MM; Bonvoy Au-197; PCC Elite+; CCC Elite+; MSC C-12; CWC Au-197; WoH Dis
Posts: 52,140
Apr 22, 2017, 12:24 pm
#1785
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: LAX, LGB, SNA
Programs: AA EXP OWE, DL DM ST+, AS MVPG, UA, BA, WN CP, Hyatt E, Ritz Plat, HH GM
Posts: 3,185