Best ways to redeem Amex points (now have 1,000,000+) for elevated travel/vacation experiences?

I have a Q that I worry is going to make me sound like a jerk, but want some opinions. I do strength training 2x/wk with a trainer who was assigned to me at a gym where I bought a pack of sessions. I don’t really consider myself “his” client bc the relationship is managed by the gym… but lately he keeps saying like “I can’t wait to see what my clients give me for Christmas” and I find it super awkward. I pay $150 per session for these workouts (cont’d in comments)…

How many PTO/Vacation days do you usually take off a year if your employer offers unlimited PTO/Vacation days?

I just started a new job and this is the first time I’ve ran into this. It sounds nice but at the same time I hate the lack of direction. Help!

What are the best agencies ( travel) for RN with one year of CVICU experience? Thank you

Shall we start curating a list of comp/bonus?
Saw the main bowl which has this list but few data points for Europe & UK.
Would be good to know what the pay is currently due to the hot market & new joiners with great comp?

My H1B petition is approved( visa processing is left). What are the next steps and timeline? Should I retrieve my resignation in hope of this?

How many PTO/personal days do we get when we become managers?

What do we think for starting 2/3 of: Chase Edmonds, Etienne, and Curtis Samuel? 0.5 PPR

I was in the office (pre-c19) on the Friday after thanksgiving so I could get some stuff done while it was empty. A peer Director was also there and asked me for help with something. I helped him a for while, then he said, “this is really helpful, I have to go to an all team meeting for 30 minutes, but could we finish after that?” Me: “an all team meeting today?” Him: “yeah, I always schedule an all team meeting on days like this so people can’t pretend to wfh when they are really on pto.” smh 🤦‍♂️

My fiancé and I both have the CSR card and Freedom Unlimited combo and love them. We are thinking of adding another card and we were considering the Amex Platinum (to diversity transfer partners) or likely a United card for lounge access since we live in Chicago.

Does anyone else have both CSR and Amex Platinum? Would you recommend?

If JetBlue moves my departure time by 3 hours can I get a credit card refund or only travel bank?

How is work culture @Visa are they are any programs to employee developments?

Hi Folks,
Once the medical checkup is done, in how many days will I get my visa for Australia?

How do you ask for points?

Anyone know if Hyatt can do a status match with Marriott??

Who else feels bitter looking at everyone’s happy holiday instagrams while they spend the week churning slides? My only consolation is I probably make more than most of these people.

Whats the scene for sabbatical leave at amex,
I have been here for over a year now.

Whats the eligibility criteria? How to request one? Etc.

Thanks in advance.

When they say utilization doesn't count for the month of May/June what exactly does that entail? I'm assuming being on the bench for those months will still show on personal utilization reports...

What are your top 5 Entertainment picks of 2021?

TV show?
TikTok?
Book?
Meme?
Song/Artist?

Any expats in Paris? Curious to find out about your overall experience in the city / country: work life, personal life, culture etc etc.

Hi everyone, first timer here. Having some issues w. our 4 yo being pushed around and bullied at preschool. He’s really sad and upset. He’s also super shy & introvert. Any advise? Pep talk? Discuss with teacher?

What are the best sales going on right now? I see Brooks Brothers 50% off, Allen Edmonds 30% off, Jacadi 35% off (lol), marine layer 24% off, Bloomingdales 25% off...

Any real good ones I’m missing?

Does anyone know if capital G uses a headhunter

Any insights on litigation practices of KE and V&E in Houston? Culture, type of work, staffing, etc.

Anyone gave interview in PWC UK for Audit Senior Associate?? Can you suggest set of questions asked in the interview and how was you experience?

Hello all, I work full time as an RN at the VA. I’ve been looking for a side hustle to do on my own time. I would love to review cases such as prior authorization, records for 2nd opinions, etc. The positions that I come across generally require a commitment of at least 24 hrs which is not feasible. Anyone know of any opportunities?

How long after I start at BCG do insurance benefits kick in

Wife has domestic charges and now wants me to leave the home? Have a new project starting up soon. Wife wants to mediate separation agreement soon until her criminal case is resolved. Advice?

Can some one refer me for finance transformation role at Deloitte?

Just found out I’m getting laid off in two weeks. How do I stay motivated to do work until then?

There is a team at Deloitte audit whose SM bought them herbal anti stress pills to help them cope with the stress of the job. It’s a big tin of pills and they all take them together. What a toxic environment. Jesus.

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Thank you!

Any recommendations for Harrisburg? Starting a new engagement there

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

Does anyone ever redeem Marriott points for gift cards? Is it worth it?

I am new to United Silver and I purchase economy tickets. Is the best strategy to check in exactly 24 hours ahead and switch my seat to an open economy plus seat?

Currently SPG/Marriott Plat, does anyone other than Hilton offers status match

My fiancé and I both have the CSR card and Freedom Unlimited combo and love them. We are thinking of adding another card and we were considering the Amex Platinum (to diversity transfer partners) or likely a United card for lounge access since we live in Chicago.

Does anyone else have both CSR and Amex Platinum? Would you recommend?

If JetBlue moves my departure time by 3 hours can I get a credit card refund or only travel bank?

Where are the good point promotions? Spg (soon), Hyatt recently just ended and those were lame. Anyone know good ones going on or starting relatively soon? Interested in rental and air promotions, too.

How do you ask for points?

Anyone know if Hyatt can do a status match with Marriott??

Staying at a Hilton currently and have had tons of minor issues in the 3 days We’ve been here. Room wasn’t ready for 45min after check in time, AC did not work, maids did not clean room...continued

If anyone is looking for a new great card - the new Capital One Venture X had an awesome 100k point offer ending tomorrow afternoon! PM if you have any questions or for a referral.

"How many points?"
I'm new to all this. Beyond all the humor is this actually commonly done ? What's the process and way to go. Real examples please:)

Has anyone seen any decent MQD run ideas for Delta recently? I’m about 8k MQDs from diamond. Seems the Aeromexico method is on hold until they are fully back up and running. Thanks!

On a credit file, do multiple credit cards from the same issue count as multiple accounts or is that issuer counted as a single account regardless of how many cards

Is there a United status challenge?

Booked a JAL intnl flight on the American website but it doesn't seem to be crediting to Alaska, can this still be done?

Thoughts on the best domestic mileage program? Any recommendations for someone also potentially using those miles for international redemptions?

Does anyone know where on the United website where I can see all my future PQMs, PQDs, and PQSs for the rest of the year?

Just got an offer to upgrade my Amex Gold to Platinum with a 100k point bonus (spend $6k in 6 months). Is this worth it to upgrade to platinum? Would you do it