Can I use my Marriott or American Express points for car rentals? Really need it for a vacation.

Best holiday camping ever ?

I am scheduled to fly from NYC to Mumbai via Paris next Wednesday (Jan 5) for a ~10 day trip. Have any of you, your family, friends, etc. flown a similar route (I.e. from US to India via Europe) in the past week? If so, what is the arrival process (Covid test, quarantine requirements, etc.)? I’ve had all recommended vaccine shots and I’m only in Paris for a 2 hour layover (not leaving the airport). Any information on this would be greatly appreciated!

Paris hotels… which would you prefer?
a) Four Seasons
b) Hôtel Plaza Athénée
c) Mandarin Oriental
d) Shangri-La Paris
e) Ritz Paris

Help! I told my SO I’d let them know before I go to bed tonight. And I have totally procrastinated.

Has anyone currently in Seattle lived in Atlanta ? I'm looking for a first hand comparison of the two cities , before considering job opportunities in Seattle. Will make a trip too, but thoughts?

Anyone have any car rental hacks to get something other than a compact to show as a compact on the receipt? Traveling on federally reimbursable funds, so need to show a compact car. But hoping to get something nicer but not get flagged by the Bean Counters. Thanks!

What's with companies charging full fees for diminished benefits? I'm a bit annoyed about being charged in full for my Marriott card annual fee and Amazon Prime mebership

What’s the best way to make the most out of 55k united miles. The miles to gift card conversion only gives me $380

Looking for senior Salesforce developers/architects in the US! Joined my previous mentor in starting a new Salesforce practice. Company is based in SF but we’re ok with folks working remotely. Might require some travel once it’s safe again but not anytime soon. Good opportunity to be actively involved in building something from nothing

1.2x Amex points to Bonvoy points transfer program. Worth it?

Hey everyone!
I’ve recently accepted a new position recruiting Pharmacists from all over the globe to come to Canada and work for our business units.
I’m looking to speak to literally anyone and everyone who is willing to chat and share information.
Your pain points, complaints, day to day life, experience with exams, certification etc.
Especially anyone who has immigrated to Canada to become a Pharmacy Tech, Pharmacy Assistant, Pharmacist etc.

I am 3 months pregnant, working in Atos. Now they are calling everyone to join office. Doctor is not allowing me the travel. The team or my manager don't know that I am pregnant. How can I take it ahead?

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

I wonder, why everyone is not applying for FAANG and they’re happy with startups or other companies? (Not talking about who are not able to clear the interviews )

Have a 7:10 am flight with United, boarding starts 6:20 (no pre check). Taking Uber from old town, so thinking of leaving at 5/5:15 am to be there by 5:30/5:40 for security. Should I leave around 5:20 if no long lines for regular security check?

Trying to set family expectations and would love thoughts on 2 things. 1. How long after baby will I be ready for visitors beyond our parents? I’m thinking a few weeks. 2. Our 3 grandmothers are 1-3 hour flights away (3 diff places) and cannot travel. When will we be ready to take baby to see them? I’m thinking 4-6 months but that would also be flu/RSV season. Can’t predict the future but family is already talking about trips and I want to set expectations and do what is best for baby. TIA!!

If anybody is aware of global compliance process for international travel request, kindly help me with the timeline and while process?

I have already uploaded COC Application onto EPFO portal after verification from TCS compliance team and now status shows as waiting for employer’s approval.
Does anyone has idea how long more will it take to complete this and what are the next step?
My travel date is in the second week of November and other clearances are dependent on this check.

Is there anything similar to the INDIRECT function that I can use to build a formula reference to another workbook? INDIRECT creates errors when the referenced workbook is closed..

Recently made a job switch and have been using a lot more excel. Any free resources to help build a solid foundation / fee based courses to help improve my skills?

Hello fishes,
I'm looking for job opportunity, i have total 2.6 yr experience in JavaScript, nodejs, jQuery profile
If anyone having reference then please consider me on that

Thanks in advance

accountant said he needs my IRS pin to e-file. Can anyone confirm this is legit?

How do you stay motivated day-to-day when the work gets boring? I'm a first-year associate who was assigned a long-term project with no deadlines. I'm struggling to bill 8 hours/day on this incredibly repetitive project.

So the question has been asked a few times in the main Big Law bowl but keeps getting derailed into a political issue. As someone with a more conservative disposition anyway I'm interested in the day to day of life and work in Texas as opposed to NYC (or similar).

So, what are the pros and cons of living in Texas and working in Texas Biglaw?

Hie Folks,
During onboarding at IBM ,they have asked vaccination report.I have taken only one because of medical issue. Is it compulsory to have both dose completed.
Plz help me guys .

Any insights on the London Big 4 bonus range for SM (tax)?

Hi everyone! I’m going to get my master’s degree next year and want to go into biotech. I live in the Bay Area and am looking at companies like Genentech and BMS. What are the approximate starting salaries for associate scientists at these companies?

What are some good modern/post-pandemic personal finance books you can recommend?

I’ve been interviewing to join the Workday GPS practice as a senior consultant. Any insight on the culture of that group and joining as an experienced hire?

Soliciting ideas for a big closing lunch with clients - near or close to bryant park, my first pick was Gabriel Kreuther but they only do Thurs/Fri lunches (ours would be Tues). Ideas for upscale restaurants appropriate for corporate clients? They said “anything but steak” ha.

Anyone know the base salary for VP position at Visa North America?

JP Morgan vs Goldman Sachs

I have offers from both these firms, almost same package and same role.
Which one should I pick and why?

Anyone here has experience with Temenos Bangalore? Need a n honest suggestion whether its a safe company to join from a job security and work culture perspective? Your inputs will help me take a correct decision.

How often are you full time on a semi traveling project, and your pml pulls you into his side projects without any billable hours 😑 so dang unethical! side stuff is in addition to your 100% project

Please help? For those of you who have added authorized users to your credit cards, what’s the best way to track/summarize the spending? Looking to add my little sister but would like to be able to see her stuff separately from mine. From what I understand, this feature is not “easily/directly” available as a standard offering since everything is clubbed together in the statement. Thanks for your help 🙏

Best cash back card to use in conjunction with CSR? Thinking about freedom unlimited (1.5%) but not sure if other cards are worth it. Don’t spend enough on groceries for the blue

Thoughts on the new Chase Freedom Flex?

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

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?

Found thread to gain status through match stream for all rental companies and 5 hotel chains

How can we redeem American Airlines miles on Qatar?

Having trouble opening a new bank acc (eg Marcus by GS, Ally) as I‘ve only been in US for a few months and have no credit history. Any international fish have tips to circumvent?

I just cancelled my Chase Sapphire Reserve card. I transfer my credit to my freedom card to not hurt credit score as much. How long must I wait to open up the Sapphire Preferred card and get the sign on bonus?

Best Hyatt in Hawaii (ideally Kona or Maui)?

Worth getting the Marriott bonvoy credit card with the 100k points bonus? Annual fee is $95. Already have CSR.

First travel project. What are the most valuable airline points to accumulate? How can I maximize my travel points (hertz, Marriott, air, csr) to be redeemed for free flights?

Does Centurion Lounge access justify the Amex Platinum fee? 80% of foreseeable travel will be through IAH, DFW, and LAS.

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

Would you rather have 5x amex MR points or 3x chase UR points for each dollar spent on flights? Why? Company let's me book flights on personal cards and trying to decide which to choose.

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!!

Was told I had to leave a Marriott hotel last night mid stay due to a fire alarm compliance issue. They credited 6k points and gave me a room at a nearby Marriott property for the night. Con’t...

Why does Newark close tsa pre lanes? Terrible

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%?

Found a bed bug in a Radisson Red in Campinas Brazil, how many points?