Jul 23, 2016, 6:26 am
Last edit by: viajero boricua
Additional Info about MyPoints
UA occasionally goes out of stock, but usually returns within a few days.
UA occasionally goes out of stock, but usually returns within a few days.
MyPoints [Master Thread]--NEW
Jul 10, 2018 | 12:44 pm
#2026
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 17
So it ended up taking only a few days.
Is the card value correct? Are there any onerous provisions in the T&Cs -- such as, a monthly maintenance charge that goes into effect right away?
BTW, I just checked and the $25 Visa egift now costs 3,850 points, but the $50 egift is still only 5,000. (The physical Visa cards are 4,050 and 8,020 points.)
Is the card value correct? Are there any onerous provisions in the T&Cs -- such as, a monthly maintenance charge that goes into effect right away?
BTW, I just checked and the $25 Visa egift now costs 3,850 points, but the $50 egift is still only 5,000. (The physical Visa cards are 4,050 and 8,020 points.)
Too bad they increased the # of points for a $25 Visa egift card. It seemed too good to be true. A relative was going to get one too, but wanted to wait to see what happened with my order and now it's too late. Hopefully the $50 egift card will remain at 5000 points, but got to save up for awhile to reach that level.
Jul 10, 2018 | 1:16 pm
#2027
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: SF CA USA. I love large faceless corporations. And they cherish me in return (sometimes). ;)
Programs: UA Premier Gold/disappointed 1MM, HH Gold, IHG Plat, MB lifetime Gold, BW Diam Sel
Posts: 17,819
Card value is correct. The virtual Visa card I got expires on 2019-1-31 and the terms say the following regarding a maintenance fee: "Monthly Maintenance Fee: $2.95 per month (Imposed beginning on the month following the expiration date; assessed until Card balance is zero)". I already used it up to pay a cell phone bill.
Too bad they increased the # of points for a $25 Visa egift card. It seemed too good to be true. A relative was going to get one too, but wanted to wait to see what happened with my order and now it's too late. Hopefully the $50 egift card will remain at 5000 points, but got to save up for awhile to reach that level.
Too bad they increased the # of points for a $25 Visa egift card. It seemed too good to be true. A relative was going to get one too, but wanted to wait to see what happened with my order and now it's too late. Hopefully the $50 egift card will remain at 5000 points, but got to save up for awhile to reach that level.
Jul 11, 2018 | 5:46 am
#2030
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: JFK, BUR, YVR
Programs: AC, AS (PLT), BA, DL, HH (G), MR (TIT/LTP), UA (*S), UScAAre (1,94MM), WN
Posts: 5,332
Jul 13, 2018 | 8:12 am
#2031
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Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Either at the shooting range or anywhere good beer can be found...
Posts: 52,798
Jul 13, 2018 | 4:19 pm
#2032
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: JFK, BUR, YVR
Programs: AC, AS (PLT), BA, DL, HH (G), MR (TIT/LTP), UA (*S), UScAAre (1,94MM), WN
Posts: 5,332
Jul 13, 2018 | 6:32 pm
#2033
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Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Either at the shooting range or anywhere good beer can be found...
Posts: 52,798
I'm guessing they assume people who use a VPN are potentially from a country in which they do not allow participation?
Jul 16, 2018 | 9:24 am
#2034
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: JFK, BUR, YVR
Programs: AC, AS (PLT), BA, DL, HH (G), MR (TIT/LTP), UA (*S), UScAAre (1,94MM), WN
Posts: 5,332
Jul 26, 2018 | 11:59 am
#2035
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: About 45 miles NW of MCO
Programs: Acapulco - Gold, Panama - Red, Timothy Leary 8 Mile High Club
Posts: 31,351
I have been holding points for 5,000 UA miles. I have enough for 2,500 (6,900 points). I cannot see what the cost of 5,000 is. I'm hoping it's 13,800 or fewer. Anyone know?
Jul 26, 2018 | 12:07 pm
#2036
Join Date: Jun 2004
Programs: Marriott/Starwood Lifetime Titanium, Hilton HHonors Diamond, IHG Spire, United Premier Silver
Posts: 707
Jul 26, 2018 | 12:19 pm
#2037
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: VPS
Programs: IHG Platinum, Delta SM, Atmos Silver, Hilton Gold, Accor Gold, Marriott Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 8,168
I've noticed a number of redemptions that work that way. You'd expect that $50 would be 2X $25, or even 1.95X$25. Instead it is often more than 2X.
I have been holding points for 5,000 UA miles. I have enough for 2,500 (6,900 points). I cannot see what the cost of 5,000 is. I'm hoping it's 13,800 or fewer. Anyone know?
I have been holding points for 5,000 UA miles. I have enough for 2,500 (6,900 points). I cannot see what the cost of 5,000 is. I'm hoping it's 13,800 or fewer. Anyone know?
As someone who has been burned a few times on United miles price increases, I'd say redeem as soon as possible since there's no limit on how many time you can cash that out.
Jul 26, 2018 | 12:25 pm
#2038
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: SF CA USA. I love large faceless corporations. And they cherish me in return (sometimes). ;)
Programs: UA Premier Gold/disappointed 1MM, HH Gold, IHG Plat, MB lifetime Gold, BW Diam Sel
Posts: 17,819
There must be something different about the device or environment you are using for MyPoints. When I look at redemption possibilities (either on a desktop or an iPad), I can see all the prices, including for things that cost more points than I have.
Jul 28, 2018 | 5:07 am
#2039
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: About 45 miles NW of MCO
Programs: Acapulco - Gold, Panama - Red, Timothy Leary 8 Mile High Club
Posts: 31,351
Its consistent across three devices for me: iPad, MacBook and Dell PC w/ Windows. Same from home as from work. Im taking it personally.
Aug 16, 2018 | 10:42 am
#2040
Join Date: May 2018
Location: SW Florida
Programs: HH Diamond, BW Diamond, Bonvoy, Choice, IHG
Posts: 227
I've really had a hard time with my account lately. I've reset my password at least 3 times in the last 5 months or so and I can't log in, but for some reason, I can to the daily 5 tasks and the click through emails without issue.