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Feb 8, 2015, 3:48 pm
#1411
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: YWG
Programs: Aeroplan, MileagePlus, Marriott Rewards
Posts: 2,159
Up to now I've been reluctant to sign up for proprietary travel CCs like Avion, BMO World Elite and the like because it would take me more than 1 year to accumulate enough points to fly somewhere worthwhile, and I don't want to pay the AF for year 2.
But I guess if I look at it as a hotel CC then it's not so bad... say, with a $1000 spend per month on avg, I could end up with $540 (including signup bonus) to use on hotel. That might give me around 4 nights if I find a great rate. Not nearly as good as Marriott Visa or SPG Amex, but not all that bad either. If the Mrs and I both sign up it's even better.
How is BMO's booking engine for hotels? Anyone know if the rates are decent?
But I guess if I look at it as a hotel CC then it's not so bad... say, with a $1000 spend per month on avg, I could end up with $540 (including signup bonus) to use on hotel. That might give me around 4 nights if I find a great rate. Not nearly as good as Marriott Visa or SPG Amex, but not all that bad either. If the Mrs and I both sign up it's even better.
How is BMO's booking engine for hotels? Anyone know if the rates are decent?
Feb 8, 2015, 4:26 pm
#1412
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 4,784
My bookings at Towne Place Suites by Marriott had no points, but stay credit
I even had email with manager on this topic
Up to now I've been reluctant to sign up for proprietary travel CCs like Avion, BMO World Elite and the like because it would take me more than 1 year to accumulate enough points to fly somewhere worthwhile, and I don't want to pay the AF for year 2.
But I guess if I look at it as a hotel CC then it's not so bad... say, with a $1000 spend per month on avg, I could end up with $540 (including signup bonus) to use on hotel. That might give me around 4 nights if I find a great rate. Not nearly as good as Marriott Visa or SPG Amex, but not all that bad either. If the Mrs and I both sign up it's even better.
How is BMO's booking engine for hotels? Anyone know if the rates are decent?
But I guess if I look at it as a hotel CC then it's not so bad... say, with a $1000 spend per month on avg, I could end up with $540 (including signup bonus) to use on hotel. That might give me around 4 nights if I find a great rate. Not nearly as good as Marriott Visa or SPG Amex, but not all that bad either. If the Mrs and I both sign up it's even better.
How is BMO's booking engine for hotels? Anyone know if the rates are decent?
but some cities, the selections are very limited
Feb 8, 2015, 5:51 pm
#1413
Join Date: May 2014
Location: YYZ
Posts: 527
Earn a bonus of $25 in cash back rewards if your net annual card spend is more than $45,000 annually2
Feb 8, 2015, 6:52 pm
#1414
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 60
There was no booking fee
but there is a $30 cancel/change fee EVEN if it's 100% Refundable reservation (I think same as ExpediaForTD or Expedia in general)
I'd be careful on that
AMEX Travel Service, on the other hand, has no booking fee nor cancel fee
I've canceled 2 reservations in the last month, on 2 cards (Plat/Gold), no fees at all
but there is a $30 cancel/change fee EVEN if it's 100% Refundable reservation (I think same as ExpediaForTD or Expedia in general)
I'd be careful on that
AMEX Travel Service, on the other hand, has no booking fee nor cancel fee
I've canceled 2 reservations in the last month, on 2 cards (Plat/Gold), no fees at all
Feb 8, 2015, 8:56 pm
#1416
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 4,784
so I passed on the $25 cancel fee and just kept it, before I canceled my card
FAQ
https://www.bmorewards.com/en/public/faq.html
Are there booking fees and/or cancellation fees?
You can use your points to cover the booking fees. There is no online booking fee. A fee of $29.95, plus applicable taxes, will be charged per phone booking. A $25 change/cancellation fee applies for each change or cancellation to your travel arrangements. Supplier change/cancellations fees can also apply and will be displayed at time of booking based on your specific travel reservation. Booking fees, change/cancellations fees are non-refundable.
You can use your points to cover the booking fees. There is no online booking fee. A fee of $29.95, plus applicable taxes, will be charged per phone booking. A $25 change/cancellation fee applies for each change or cancellation to your travel arrangements. Supplier change/cancellations fees can also apply and will be displayed at time of booking based on your specific travel reservation. Booking fees, change/cancellations fees are non-refundable.
Feb 9, 2015, 3:44 am
#1417
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 4,519
Just noticed one (1) MBNA card is back on GCR, but it is show $0 rebate:
http://www.greatcanadianrebates.ca/d...-PlatinumPlus/
Hopefully once MBNA is back on GCR, they will do a promo for $100 Rebates
http://www.greatcanadianrebates.ca/d...-PlatinumPlus/
Hopefully once MBNA is back on GCR, they will do a promo for $100 Rebates
Feb 11, 2015, 8:20 am
#1420
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: YOW
Programs: AC Irrelevant, IHG Platinum, Marriot Gold, Hertz Gold, Avis First
Posts: 273
Looks like it has been replaced by the Aspire Travel World Elite MasterCard:
http://www.capitalone.ca/credit-card...ards%2Fcompare
Same annual fee of $120 but only 10,000 bonus miles.
http://www.capitalone.ca/credit-card...ards%2Fcompare
Same annual fee of $120 but only 10,000 bonus miles.
Feb 11, 2015, 9:03 am
#1421
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: YYZ
Programs: Aeroplan, Alaska, Marriott
Posts: 435
Looks like it has been replaced by the Aspire Travel World Elite MasterCard:
http://www.capitalone.ca/credit-card...ards%2Fcompare
Same annual fee of $120 but only 10,000 bonus miles.
http://www.capitalone.ca/credit-card...ards%2Fcompare
Same annual fee of $120 but only 10,000 bonus miles.
Feb 11, 2015, 9:42 am
#1422
Join Date: May 2014
Location: YYZ
Posts: 527
But it is still 2% travel cashback that can be redeemed for statement credit...multiple times
Feb 11, 2015, 1:53 pm
#1423
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Toronto, Canada
Programs: Aeroplan Airmiles AMEX-MR Alaska Airlines
Posts: 692
Folks, signed up the wife and myself for the Starwood Amex card. Question - would I meet the minimum $500 spend req if I were to buy a bunch of gift cards totalling that value? eg WalMart?
Feb 11, 2015, 2:01 pm
#1425
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: YYZ
Programs: Aeroplan, Alaska, Marriott
Posts: 435