Anyone willing to sell 77k Marriott points? Marriott moved a night out of my free night redemption range 😞

If I have a valid H1B until May 2025, will the i131 being denied have any impact on me? I need to travel out of country and I know that’ll result in i131 being denied automatically. I have filed for 485 in July 2022 and hopeful that it’ll get approved before my H1B has to be renewed in May 2025. Is there any risk of travel king out of country multiple times on H1B before 485 approval?

I have to travel to Canada to activate my PR. I’m planning to have a long layover between flights. How much time is enough to go through the process of activating PR?

Anyone gonna be in NYC on Halloween? I’m hosting a happy hour until 8pm. I don’t want to just hang out in my hotel after. What’s goin down?

How much $ is needed for 2 weeks in Europe? Considering that flight, hotel, and travel has already been paid for.

How do you take care of your dog if you travel for work with your dog? Does your dog get enough exercises when you’re in travel? If it’s possible, I would like to know everything.

Hello travel buddies! I have recently started travel hacking and currently have the Chase Sapphire Preferred, Capital One Venture, Marriott Bonvoy Boundless, and Citi Premier Cards. Please comment if you would like a referral link for any of these!

Anyone know of a fast track program for status on American Airlines or is it just the challenge you have to pay for?

I am considering buying a Eurail pass to travel for 10 days around Europe in the winter months . Is the pass easy to use ? Is it worth the money ?

Is there an uberpool version of chartered private jets? With this summer openings and travel restrictions lifted, domestic flying is going to be a massive hassle and aiports overcrowded. Wondering if theres a way to fly with smaller jets and smaller more private terminals by splitting costs among 8–12 people

Where can I work with zero travel? WFH would be ideal 😂

Does anyone have any connections or referrals for a healthcare travel recruiter company? Looking at Aya, AMN, MedTravelers but open to others!

Any advice for trying to plan a wedding with families on different coasts?? (Neither of our grandparents can travel)

Welcome to the Philosophy bowl! The goal of this bowl is to discuss principles in philosophy that we can apply to our lives and fortify ourselves for life using our collective knowledge. It is also to help one another as we all struggle at different points in our lives. Personally, philosophy has served as my northern star that I use to navigate through life’s storms. Hope you all enjoy and please share this bowl with anyone that you believe will benefit. I will be posting later today

Does anyone have any travel agency who books visa stamping for H1B
Or anyone ha successful completed stamping
Any help on this area

We are hiring for senior IT auditors and cyber assessors to work on SOC2s, CMMC, pen testing, vulnerability assessments, and other similar projects. Boston area, medium/large regional firm. 2-4 years exp but flexible. Open to associates that are on the cusp of promotion to senior. Relatively low travel and better WLB compared to Big4. Feel free to DM.

I recently joined FIL as Lead BA. Is there any chance of on-site travel? Is there any team where on-site movement is easy?

Looking to get Lasik in 2018. Recommended practices and pricing data points please!

Travel noob question. Is status on AA or DL more valuable. Doing a DCA-ATL run for a deployment. AA is bigger in DCA. DL has more ATL flights and more alt travel options. Which FF program is better?

Hey team - currently negotiating compensation at a series C US based startup. Director level with 50% travel to APAC. Reporting to COO. What comp should I ask for?

So my partner will be getting laid off 4/15. 🥺

Let the games begin, and may the odds be ever in your favor.

Not sure if this is the right place to post this but who do you all use for financial management/financial advisors? My stuff is getting a little complex with some real estate and retirement accounts.

What’s the best credit card for points in the UK. I’m from the US and have the Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Marriott Amex

Does anyone here work fully remotely? If so, how did you find your position, and did you have to sacrifice or compromise on anything - including salary?

Accepted offer to join F500. Start in 2 weeks. Dream FAANG role reached out for interview. How do I handle this? They do not know I accepted industry offer. If I get through process and FAANG role makes me an offer they will see I have been at a new job (that I didn’t disclose) for a ~month in the background check, will this hurt me? How do I handle this..

Anyone else have associates and above that steal good ideas and make it their own, but when their ideas are bad they pretend it was your idea? I can never win.

Hello! Does any one have any insight/advice for a McKinsey interview? I have a call with a McK recruiter next week to discuss my background, which will hopefully lead to official interviews. Any advice would be greatly appreciated, I’m new to exploring the mgmt consulting world.

Bbdo or McCann?

How much $ do FT mid-level creatives make in Amsterdam?

What base salary should one target at a tech startup?

What number of options should be negotiated?
Is the below competitive for a sales role:
Base: 187K
Options: 17K

Anyone have recommendations for a therapist dealing in procrastination and anxiety management? Feeling a bit stuck lately. Thank you!

What are the best pregnancy apps you’ve found? Thanks!

Seeking advice either from anyone already working for US GOV or any advice on how to get into it. I’m interested in working for IRS or Veterans with pm work. Any advice?

I also want to help my dad get into a permanent GOV role before he needs to retire, he’s been rejected by gov roles and can only work travel roles with fema, I don’t want him traveling as he’s getting too old and I just lost my mom a year ago. Any help would be appreciated!

How is SAP projects in IBM?

I am looking for a new opportunity. Cloud computing, nb network security, telecom experience and much more to offer. Who wants an asset to their organization

If I book a flight on delta with points and then the flight decreases in points later on, can I cancel the flight and rebook to get the better price?

My director tried to tell me "a hack" to maintain airline status and said I just had to get the airline credit card and spend $30,000 and I could keep status without ever stepping on a plane...

What are some good trips to do with Bonvoy points in the Northeast (thinking more spa/relaxing vs touring cities) e.g Berkshires, Vermont etc

Has anyone seen the changes to United’s loyalty program? Any thoughts on the PlusPoints or new qualifying rules?

Has anyone had Marriott gift you the next level of status if you’re only a few nights short of the requirement at end of year?

Is it just me, or did Uber significantly cut the discount for premium rides from the old “Uber Pass” and rebrand it as “Uber One?” I used to get 15% off Uber Black and now it’s only 5%?

My company is paying for one credit card. I'm leaning towards Amex Platinum given the large 100k sign up bonus at the moment (which I'll be able to hit). People lean towards CSR because of the 3x on dining but I don't eat out that much (and additional perks, but I prefer the Amex for that).

Should I grab the Amex Plat and not think twice?? Thanks!!

Platinum Elite here, do you all just ask if any upgrades are available or rely on the front desk agent to upgrade you? I feel like a d-bag asking.

What's the appropriate comp if you book a suite and receive a basic room? Is this covered under guaranteed room type? Seems like you would at least get the difference in price, as well.

Travel noob question. Is status on AA or DL more valuable. Doing a DCA-ATL run for a deployment. AA is bigger in DCA. DL has more ATL flights and more alt travel options. Which FF program is better?

Is there a reason to get the luxury SPG amex if I got the new Chase Marriott card like a month ago?

Traveling to DC for 4 days. Looking for Marriott with parking and maybe concierge lounge functioning. Anyone use a Marriott recently they can recommend?
Open to other suggestions too. Thanks

Best non-travel credit cards? I have Chase Marriott and SW but looking at best value cards during Covid. Esp Amexes. TIA!!!

Hi newby here. I am international and only been in the US for a couple years so I wanted to ask a few questions about the chase saphire. What is the best way to apply for it to get the best deal? Any additional benefits beyond the 100k points? Is it ok to apply without an account in chase? How long does it takes to receive? What is the limit of the card? I am planning to buy something that is like 4,200 so I want to ask for the card but want to make sure I will be able to pay that much at once

Anyone else impacted by the Hilton Honors system issue where status has been downgraded? Is requesting an upgrade to an executive suite for a personal stay a solid request?

Had two flights, booked with CSR points, overseas in April, one on Singapore air; after that was cancelled by Singapore Air I booked another flight on Lufthansa. Numerous attempts to contact CSR and

Has anyone used the annual elite gift to buy a mattress through Marriott? If I buy it on my Boundless card will I get 6x points?

Recommends on best Marriott property to stay at in San Francisco for New Years ?