Dividend Miles Multiplier - Information and Questions [MERGED]
Mar 13, 2010, 8:52 pm
#16
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: NYNY
Programs: Marriott Ambassador & LT Titanium, UA Silver, AA PLT
Posts: 842
I think it's interesting that everyone is trying to sell miles right about now. How do FF's feel about this? I think I can see the appeal for infrequent travelers or those that need a boost for an upcoming award trip. Not sure I get it for everyone.
(But anyway you can make a dime is the name of the game
(But anyway you can make a dime is the name of the game
Mar 15, 2010, 10:21 pm
#17
Join Date: Mar 2009
Programs: USAir Gold; Delta Gold; SPG Plat; Hyatt Diamond
Posts: 7
Could not process your request
Tried to purchase triple miles for a shuttle flight for $59. Site said it could not process my request. Wonder why....
Mar 16, 2010, 5:17 pm
#18
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Jamison, PA
Programs: AA Platinum Pro
Posts: 288
Prices just came down for a trip I was planning to ATL and I was offered the double and triple multiplier.
I'm going PHL-CLT-ATL and same on the return. I purchased the 2X and when the request went through my confirmation said they weren't able to process the multiplier!!
So I called the SP desk and they transferred me to someone on the internet desk. It was clear at first that she didn't know what I was talking about and had to go off and research it. It ends up that the first half (2500 miles) posted right away and the other 2500 will post after flight completion!
It will also post as a seperate charge.
Since they weren't preferred miles, I decided to only purchase the 2x instead of 3X.
I'm going PHL-CLT-ATL and same on the return. I purchased the 2X and when the request went through my confirmation said they weren't able to process the multiplier!!
So I called the SP desk and they transferred me to someone on the internet desk. It was clear at first that she didn't know what I was talking about and had to go off and research it. It ends up that the first half (2500 miles) posted right away and the other 2500 will post after flight completion!
It will also post as a seperate charge.
Since they weren't preferred miles, I decided to only purchase the 2x instead of 3X.
Mar 18, 2010, 9:01 am
#19
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Charlotte, NC
Programs: US, HHonors, QANTAS
Posts: 23
no refund of bonus miles
If my travel plans change and I don’t use my ticket, will I get a refund for my Multiplier miles?
No, Multiplier miles are non-refundable and post to your account right after you pay for them.
http://www.usairways.com/en-US/FAQs/...tiplier.html#6
Mar 18, 2010, 9:17 am
#20
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Programs: AA EXP
Posts: 509
Anyone know if you use this in conjunction with the 2x miles europe MC promo?
Mar 18, 2010, 10:25 am
#21
Suspended
Join Date: Jan 2004
Posts: 851
According to FAQs - you still get the bonus miles, which doesn't sound right to me. See below
If my travel plans change and I don’t use my ticket, will I get a refund for my Multiplier miles?
No, Multiplier miles are non-refundable and post to your account right after you pay for them.
http://www.usairways.com/en-US/FAQs/...tiplier.html#6
If my travel plans change and I don’t use my ticket, will I get a refund for my Multiplier miles?
No, Multiplier miles are non-refundable and post to your account right after you pay for them.
http://www.usairways.com/en-US/FAQs/...tiplier.html#6
This is just a simple way to purchase non-PQM Dividend Miles. A good move by US Air, United has been doing this for a long time. I have more miles than I'll burn any time soon, so I doubt I would ever purchase this. But they are smart to offer -- can't hurt at all, and doesn't dilute anything for elites.
Mar 19, 2010, 7:10 am
#22
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Richmond, VA
Programs: US Air -Chairman, National - Executive, Holiday Inn - Platinum, Hilton - Diamond
Posts: 9
I just booked several flights and was not offered this. Is it a random offering?
Mar 19, 2010, 9:22 pm
#24
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: SEA
Programs: US Silver Preferred, Delta
Posts: 334
is it possible to get this on flights that have already been booked? I am going from MCO-Sea and would love to get some extra PQM if the price is right.
Mar 19, 2010, 9:59 pm
#25
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: High Point, NC
Programs: None
Posts: 9,171
According to the web site it's offered and paid for at the time of booking, so I doubt you'd be able to get it retroactively.
Jim
Jim
Mar 20, 2010, 8:22 am
#26
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: PHL
Programs: US Plat, SPG Gold
Posts: 1,331
Apr 11, 2010, 9:26 pm
#27
Join Date: May 2006
Programs: AA EXP, Priority Club Platinum
Posts: 89
Just received a promo email on this plus link....
Speed your way to an award ticket
Double or triple your miles with Dividend Miles Multiplier multiplier
Now you can double or triple your miles every time you fly for as little as $9.
First, go to usairways.com and book a flight. Make sure you're logged in (or that you enter your Dividend Miles number when you enter your ‘passenger information'). When you get to the last step, you'll see Dividend Miles Multiplier and we'll estimate the total miles for your trip.
Here's how we calculate your miles:
Flight miles (includes segment minimums for Preferred members & all Shuttle flights)
+ Class-of-service bonus (if it applies)
+ Preferred bonus miles (if it applies)
= Total miles
Learn more
Speed your way to an award ticket
Double or triple your miles with Dividend Miles Multiplier multiplier
Now you can double or triple your miles every time you fly for as little as $9.
First, go to usairways.com and book a flight. Make sure you're logged in (or that you enter your Dividend Miles number when you enter your ‘passenger information'). When you get to the last step, you'll see Dividend Miles Multiplier and we'll estimate the total miles for your trip.
Here's how we calculate your miles:
Flight miles (includes segment minimums for Preferred members & all Shuttle flights)
+ Class-of-service bonus (if it applies)
+ Preferred bonus miles (if it applies)
= Total miles
Learn more
Apr 11, 2010, 9:36 pm
#28
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: CAE,AGS
Programs: AAExP, Hyatt Globalist, HHonors Gold, IHG Spire, Marriott Plat
Posts: 3,124
The multiplier can ony be used on flights booked on US Air website.
Some of the most common questions answered:
If my travel plans change and I don’t use my ticket, will I get a refund for my Multiplier miles?
No, Multiplier miles are non-refundable and post to your account right after you pay for them.
What if my flight is cancelled and I’m re-accommodated on a different flight or even a different airline?
There is no change to Multiplier miles, which we calculate based on your original trip and post immediately to your account. However, your flight miles will be based on your actual trip and the airline you fly.
Can I multiply my miles on a codeshare flight?
Yes, you may multiply miles on any qualifying trip you book on usairways.com.
More info here http://www.usairways.com/en-US/FAQs/...tiplier.html#5
Some of the most common questions answered:
If my travel plans change and I don’t use my ticket, will I get a refund for my Multiplier miles?
No, Multiplier miles are non-refundable and post to your account right after you pay for them.
What if my flight is cancelled and I’m re-accommodated on a different flight or even a different airline?
There is no change to Multiplier miles, which we calculate based on your original trip and post immediately to your account. However, your flight miles will be based on your actual trip and the airline you fly.
Can I multiply my miles on a codeshare flight?
Yes, you may multiply miles on any qualifying trip you book on usairways.com.
More info here http://www.usairways.com/en-US/FAQs/...tiplier.html#5
Apr 11, 2010, 10:21 pm
#29
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 39
Seems like a Gimmick
I got the e-mail today and like others, tested with a dummy booking.
The offer worked out to ~ 2 cents/mile -- far more than the share/buy deal not to mention the TIB promo from last fall.
Also, not sure why they wouldn't allow retro purchases
You can buy a refundable fare, buy the miles, and then refund the ticket. Per the terms, multiplier miles are non-refundable. And, like I said, it's a bad deal compared to other options.
The offer worked out to ~ 2 cents/mile -- far more than the share/buy deal not to mention the TIB promo from last fall.
Also, not sure why they wouldn't allow retro purchases
You can buy a refundable fare, buy the miles, and then refund the ticket. Per the terms, multiplier miles are non-refundable. And, like I said, it's a bad deal compared to other options.
Apr 11, 2010, 11:32 pm
#30
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Purgatory
Programs: Too many to list. Status is a half dozen.
Posts: 9,235
Absent of promos (the TIB rate plus 250% was unprecedented), if you are going to fly anyway and want extra, it's cheaper than the 2.75cpm standard rate for buying miles.